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Where To Eat, Shop, Stay And Play In The Rehoboth Beach Area
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“Beauty in things exists in the mind which contemplates them.” David Hume
boardwalk plaza hotel
Step back into the Victorian era and live the lavish life in this award-winning, beachfront hotel
WHERE IS IT? LOCATED right on the beachfront, where Olive Avenue meets the boardwalk. WHY SHOULD I GO? WHETHER you choose a suite with a private balcony, a deluxe accommodation that adds a whirlpool bathtub-for-two, or something in between, you will find an artful combination of Victorian reproduction furnishings and state-of-the-art amenities, including flat-screen TVs and wireless, high-speed, T1 internet access and fully stocked refreshment centers. From heavenly bedding to remarkable room service with a smile, the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel provides all you need for a comfortable respite from the world. Their accommodations ensure that you truly get away from it all. For adults traveling without children, the
Boardwalk Plaza’s keyed-access concierge level offers accommodations enhanced with genteel extras like evening turndown service, comfortable bathrobes, the daily newspaper, morning coffee in the garden, a later checkout time and use of the private rooftop sundeck and spa. All guests are welcome to enjoy a soak in the heated indoor-outdoor spa pool, located just off the lobby. Children are welcome by day, but in the evening the lights are lowered and spa jets activated for adults-only “quiet time.” Spa-side refreshments are available through Victoria’s, the Boardwalk Plaza’s signature restaurant. ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW? CELEBRATING 20 years in business, Boardwalk Plaza is a AAA Four Diamond AwardWinning hotel that is open 365 days a year.
Boardwalk Plaza hotel « Boardwalk & Olive Avenue, Rehoboth Beach « (302) 227-7169 « www.boardwalkplaza.com
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“Style is the perfection of a point of view.” Richard Eberhart
Canalside Inn
Sophisticated, stylish and affordable. One of “Travel and Leisure” magazine’s Top Picks
WHERE IS IT? ON CANAL Street at 6th Street, one block off Rehoboth Avenue on the Rehoboth-Lewes Canal. WHY SHOULD I GO? THE Canalside Inn is a casual and contemporary boutique-style inn that stands out as a cut above the ordinary. Located along the picturesque and historic Rehoboth-Lewes canal, the Canalside Inn is a short walk to the beach, boardwalk, and downtown, yet it is set in a quiet, peaceful location that guests will appreciate in the evening. Completely renovated in 2008-2009, the Canalside Inn features stylish rooms with comfortable furnishings and a full array of amenities. All rooms feature flat-screen televisions with cable, refrigerators, hair-dryers, luxury bath products, terry-cloth robes and private
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baths, plus air conditioning and ceiling fans. Free wireless internet is available throughout the hotel. Their Canalside rooms have microwaves and larger refrigerators. The Living Room features dual 32-inch LCD TVs with theater-style sound, comfy sofas and chairs, a video library, computer access, and magazines. Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast. When it’s time to hit the beach, they offer complimentary beach towels, bicycles and beach chairs for their guests. After your day on the beach, take a refreshing outdoor shower, relax in the hot tub, or cool off in the swimming pool. And then... enjoy some quiet time on the front porch. Their goal is to provide a casual atmosphere and relaxed environment for adults only. They are also one of the only year-round, pet-friendly hotels in Rehoboth Beach.
Canal Street & Sixth Street, rehoboth Beach « (866) 412-2625 « www.canalside-inn-rehoboth.com
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“Inside my empty bottle I was constructing a lighthouse while all the others were making ships.” Charles Simic
Lighthouse Inn
This bed and breakfast’s rooms are based on the lighthouses of the world, from Cape May all the way to Egypt
WHERE IS IT? ON DELAWARE Avenue, just a half block from the beach. WHY SHOULD I GO? THIS unique bed and breakfast offers individually-themed rooms based on famous lighthouses, from Cape May to Africa, and though your room may take you back to the styles of ancient Egypt, it is equipped with all the modern provisions. Take advantage of the amenities available in every room, such as private refrigerators, remote-controlled electric fireplaces, private baths and televisions with DirecTV and builtin DVD and VHS. But, the only thing you may have the time to use are the queen or kingsized beds because The Lighthouse Inn is only a half-block from the beach and just a block over from all the fun, shops and restaurants in downtown Rehoboth Beach.
In addition to the in-room amenities, the Lighthouse Inn offers a complimentary 40-minute Thermal Acupressure Massage on their chi bed. You can also relax with wine and cheese on Saturdays all throughout the season. There is also a private cottage for weekly rentals during the summer and minimum of two-night stays during the off season. The cottage has a queen-size bed, a futon and a living area. There is a full bathroom on the first floor and a half bath on the second floor. It is completely separate from the rest of the house and offers total privacy. Plus, it comes with air-conditioning, a full kitchen and a private patio. ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW? GUESTS have access to towels, beach chairs, umbrellas and small coolers. In addition, wellmannered pets are welcome. Lighthouse Inn offers on-site parking to guests.
lighthouse inn « 20 Delaware Avenue, rehoboth beach « (302) 226-0407 « www.lighthouseinn.net