Hotel Wave at Rehoboth Beach

Hotels
7.6 (1004 reviews)
36012 Airport Road , Rehoboth Beach , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Pet friendly
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Poor breakfast options
Dirty carpets
Maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.99
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, such as dirty carpets and outdated rooms.
Service
8.46
Most reviews highlighted positive interactions with the staff, presenting them as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.5
Multiple reviews praised the convenient location and the ease of access.
Room Quality
7.45
Mixed sentiments noted some rooms were clean and updated, while others needed maintenance.
Amenities
7.48
Amenities varied; while some enjoyed the indoor pool, others found the hot tub lacking.
Value for Money
7.44
Several guests indicated that while it was a good value, there were areas needing improvement.
Food and Beverage
6.49
Breakfast options received criticism, with some finding them inadequate.
Overall Experience
7.96
Overall sentiment was positive despite some issues; many expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 18:27

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience at Hotel Wave at Rehoboth Beach with free WiFi, microwave, and refrigerator in every room. Indulge in the indoor heated pool and hot tub for ultimate relaxation.

Delicious Breakfast
Start your day right with a complimentary breakfast offering hot coffee, tea, fresh fruit, and pastries. Fuel up for a day of adventures at Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk just 3 miles away.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby dining options, Rehoboth Mall, and Jungle Jim’s Water Park within minutes of the hotel. Book your stay now and treat yourself to a memorable beach getaway at Hotel Wave.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that the property only accept Dogs , no other animal allowed on the property.

Please note that there are no elevators on property, and some areas are only accessible by stairs.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BWI

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 1004 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.99
Service: 8.46
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.45
Amenities: 7.48
Value for Money: 7.44
Food and Beverage: 6.49
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Stephanie • family_with_children • us
6
The staff was very pleasant, but a lot of little things did not meet my expectations.
Pros:

The beds were very comfortable, and we love the beach decor of the hotel.

Cons:

Our room was not very clean, hair on the floor in the bathroom, piece of bread behind the bed, comforter was dirty. There was no hair dryer in the room, asked at the front desk for one but one was never brought to us. Breakfast supplies were very limited. Issues with the waffle dispenser. Hotel carpet very worn and dirty in the hallway.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • us
1
Staff is friendly, location is good. Hotel should be condemned.
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Mold, overpaid for a room they didn’t have available. Half the hotel is closed for remodeling and MOLD restoration. My lungs hurt after we left.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • us
4
We would not recommend or stay at this facility.
Cons:

Room 122 The faucet was broken so we had no hot water. Strange jacuzzi in room, the toilet paper holder was all rusty. Look at the shade in room

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • us
5
Jacuzzi, location good value
Pros:

The price and location great

Cons:

They advertise breakfast, but it only had English muffins, stale cereal and warm coffee- the room wasn’t cleaned well.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • us
7
Super location. Front desk clerk Russell is awesome. The price is right!’
Pros:

Good location for Rehobooth beach. Price is right. Russell the front desk clerk is great!! Don’t forget to try his pink lemonade!! Ample parking.

Cons:

Breakfast on Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday there was hardly anything. Toast, English muffin, or cereal ( fruit loops or Raisin Bran.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • family_with_children • us
6
The hotel is nice for people with pets.
Pros:

The rooms were very accomodating for people with pets. I appreciated that they gave us 2 rooms that were close to each other and the front door. There were some staff that were very nice and easy to work with. I appreciated the older gentlemen that worked in the evenings. He gave us our welcome bag since we didn't receive one when we first checked in.

Cons:

The rooms were fine with the exception of the carpet; however, they noted it at check in and apologized.

The breakfast was minute and was often out of several items. Several days we had to wait for food to defrost in order to have an english muffin or toast. There was hardly anything to eat or drink during breakfast (one morning the juice machine was turned off and the waffe batter wasn't even made - this was at 8 a.m.)

The reception area was nice; however there were instances during the day where staff was utilizing the space to build furniture which made it difficult to use the space during the day time.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Keyly • couple • us
5
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Swinda • family_with_children • us
2
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Kanesha • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The most part I loved about the properly was we came on a Tuesday, which was the 18th we left on the 19th to go to the beach and when we got back, the rooms was clean again not knowing that they (the staff ) was allowed in the room without us being there . But are things was put aside and they remade the beds and clean the bathroom .and I love the staff

Cons:

The carpet , which I understand because they allow pets. And the false pretend of breakfast

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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O'Connor • extended_group • us
7
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Zaira • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Lois • solo_traveller • us
2
I will never book with Hotel WAVE again.
Pros:

NOT MUCH.

Cons:

My room surely could have been cleaner - especially the bathroom. The hallway and staircase rugs were filthy, It was actually a two story motel - not a hotel - without an elevator. I had failed to note the stated absence of elevator upon making the reservation. However, when one books a "hotel," one automatically expects at least one elevator. I expected that some staff would enter my room each day to make the bed, empty the trashcan, and provide a new supply of towels. None of that happened. SOME of the staff were very helpful - some not. The window shade was ripped prior to my arrival and in bad condition. After closing the shade the first time, I was only able to open it a very slight amount for the rest of my shortened stay. Upon my arrival at almost exactly 3pm, I requested a first floor room and was told there were none available, Had I arrived at 10pm, I could understand that but at 3pm????? I am almost 84 years old and while I managed the staircase, I was afraid of falling.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • us
4
Not Clean, Very Dissapointing for the money
Pros:

I thought the bed and pillow were comfy, not flat or too hard like others. They gave us plenty of pillows like I requested.

Cons:

So many things I thought were not clean or up to my expectations. The rugs were so dirty throughout the whole facility, the pool and hottub were so dirty, the hot and cold lines in the shower were backwards, the faucet in the bathroom sink was stuck (one side to turn on and off), and the a.c. unit vent was so moldy. My husband couldn't take seeing it so had to wipe it down. Breakfast was ok, I feel like little options. The had 1 bagel option, 2 cereals, hard boiled eggs, 2 size waffle options, juices, yogurt, 1 pastry option, and coffee was hard to find.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Maxwell • couple • us
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
1
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Deurer • solo_traveller • us
4
Dirty and no room service
Pros:

Get whatever mold is on the ceiling, off the ceiling

Cons:

The fact i was there for a week and never saw room service, my girlfriend and i had been locked out of our room 3 times a day every day

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Jordan • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

It was ok

Cons:

The pool area qas dark could use some HD channels on tv

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Ndiku • family_with_children • us
5
If they just get organized and check on their cleanness it can be a wonderful place.
Pros:

Closeness to the places of interest

Cons:

I had booked that hotel for 3 days straight with kids but trust me,i felt like giving up the second day because we requested for room cleaning services and trash collection from the manager on duty and even left a written notice but nothing happened! Coming back later from our tiresome day and meeting up with dirty towels from the first day I felt like we were neglected for what I paid for!! They didn’t care until we left and nothing was done! Can’t come back. It’s filthy and cleaners don’t even care doing their job!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Charles • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
6
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee