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Reviews of Canalside Inn 4 stars

34 6th Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, United States

#18 of 45 hotels in Rehoboth Beach

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 87 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    9.0
    If you want to bring your dog to your Rehoboth beach stay - it's the Canalside Inn !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The Inn does not have your conventional front desk and onsite staff as other places might so if you require this, it might be an issue. As this was winter, perhaps it is different in the summer months. That being said, offsite staff are a call away and responsive. Also note that it is a stairs only access to second floor rooms if that is an issue. Also the bathroom in our king executive room was small.

    First and foremost, the Canalside Inn welcomes dogs, providing little pet amenities in the room! That is hard to find in the Rehoboth hotel/inn choices. Its location across from the main canal in a residential neighborhood behind makes for a quiet scenic location. And it is an easy walk, less than a mile, into the main street shops & restaurants area downtown. This particular January stay was very off-season (we were the only ones there!) with lots of snow but our golden retriever loved it! It is not a big place in terms of rooms which is also nice. And it has a nice downstairs guest kitchen/den like area to hang out in. All other pet-friendly options are miles away on the main highway.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 3 nights

    They do not provide any housekeeping when staying three days or fewer. Room was small.

    Allowed dogs. Location was fairly close to beach.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2023

    7.0
    May stay again but would first look for other alternatives before booking this.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The walls are thin and I couldn’t sleep cause each time someone walked outside their room in the hallway I would wake up.

    Location and east of checking in and private parking

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    9.0
    I’d be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Outback pool/hot tub as well as the area they are located in needs a TLC and updating.

    Where do you begin… the property was beautiful , situated perfectly within walking distance of the boardwalk and the staff was very friendly and accommodating .

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very attentive and helpful hosts. Lovely location, especially if you have a canal-facing room.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2023

    9.0
    It was a comfortable room in a quiet location on the canal and the owner couldn’t have been nicer and a better host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No direction as to where coffee and supplies were located. Coffee was cold. Could be in better location or better signage.

    It’s in a nice location, close to everything, but not in the middle of all of the chaos.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2022

    9.0
    Fun decor, great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    maybe a bit too over the top with the dog friendly aspect, we kind of felt weird about not having a dog there.

    Very clean rooms. Cool decor, love the touch less check in & no room keys.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    only thing I could say is our room was on the lower level with no windows but it was still nice

    super close to all restaurants, boardwalk and beach

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe King Studio - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was super dusty. The common area in the basement was dirty and didnt feel comfy at all. there were dead bugs on the ground and dust all over the counters etc. The coffee and tea served in the morning was okay but what ever happened to the snacks and breakfast? The coffee and tea station was super dirty. The price seems to keep going up so I would now say its over priced.

    we have been coming here for over 15yrs. We live the fact that it allows dogs and the location is just perfect. 15-20min walk from the beach and right next to the main road in Rehoboth.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2022

    7.0
    we had a pleasant & quiet stay otherwise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    poor Internet connection & cable Friday night

    decor & cleanliness

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2022

    9.0
    Thank you for assisting us with the late check in!
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Great location and very nice little hotel. The owners were exceptional! Highly recommended.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I feel bad writing this, but I guess its inevitable, the place needed some repairs, the towels had tons of holes in them and just looked old, and our room sort of smelled like a wet dog. We have a shiba inu and we try hard to make sure if we bring him and once we’re getting ready to leave we clean up and air the place (ofcourse he doesn’t really smell at all but I know some dogs do). There was this heavy smell. Maybe it was the dog bed that was there. I know this place has been around for a while so its normal for things to get old, but its important to keep up with cleanliness and little things here and there. I feel like you pay a good deal for the room so it should be updated. Otherwise we still love this place. Its still number one on our list when we decided to come next time.

    We have been staying at the Canalside Inn for 15 yrs. we simply love this place. The location is perfect, you are just 15 min walk from the beach and just two minutes away from the main avenue where you can find restaurants shops entertainment.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Although our room was small, a second chair would have been nice.

    We liked the location of the inn in relation to the beach and the boardwalk. We were able to walk and/or ride our bikes everywhere. The owner and employees were welcoming and happy to help if needed.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2021

    7.0
    Great just a little pricey but clean 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just the price and maybe they could have not had a additional charge basket on the dresser… we definitely had a nice stay and we enjoyed our clean room.😊

    Nice place … a little pricey because it’s not a actual hotel but it was nice. The upkeep was great😊 they do a very nice job. However we paid for early check in as you would at a hotel chain. This is a very nice place I don’t want to take away from that and the location is awesome! I just feel that it was pricey but I’d stay again with a coupon or something.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The walls were a bit thin, and our dog could hear the other dogs left alone.

    The room was great, in a great location near a wonderful cafe Egg, and a close 15 minute walk to the beach and all the shops nearby. Our dog loved it was great how friendly the place was... they even provided doggy bags and suggested places to go. Though we're vaccinated, it was very easy to check in and check out with minimal interactions with folks as per COVID-19 protocols. We'll be back!

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    4.0
    Stay away from this place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night

    The most important disadvantage of this hotel is the owner Bryan Deptula as well as the lady at the lobby, absolutely no idea of hospitality! A little later, to a question from the hotel by text, how do you like it here or not, I replied NO because I found the disadvantages and sent it in the textr, the owner wrote to me asking me to tell the details and what they can improve and I had to communicate with the owner, a very aggressive person in communication by phone and in messages absolutely not perceiving criticism, later to my number began calls, voice messages, and texts that absolutely not a healthy situation. I eventually contacted him and he began to talk in a high tone and explain to me that they are not a luxury hotel in this area (please note on the website Booking.com this place is 4 stars). I thing that every guest in this hotel is on vacation, I was on the beach and my dog was in the room and I had to get a lot of negativity from this person on the phone and as a result I was asked to leave the hotel at 8 pm with a refund when I absolutely did not ask for it. It is unacceptable such communication with guests! Never! Nothing about help and fix the issues. Also, this hotel is very intrusive before your arrival at the hotel, I received a lot of texts what SHOULD, MUST I DO to get my room when I have already booked my stay on the website booking.com (they ask for your bank card details, your address and other information which already provided to them by a third party). I have been using the BOOKING.COM for many years and in different countries, in this hotel the owner has no idea about the service, respect for your time. I am a third-level participant and noticed such disadvantages are just elementary: 1. Hair in the drawer 2. The Balcony is shared, not private as indicated on booking.com and website of the hotel. 3. The snacks, water and the dogs products are purchased, no the price list in the room, lobby and website.

    The hotel looks nice nice atmosphere around. Also, if you like to cook and spend time with friends, there is a good kitchen with all the equipment downstairs. The room has a nice bed with good linens, a view of the canal and a comfortable bathroom as are positive things.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    10
    It was wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Privacy

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    10
    My stay was so enjoyable thanks to the Canalside Inn!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved my room! And the location is tucked away in a quiet and peaceful area, but still so close to local beaches, shopping and restaurants. They have cute chairs/tables outside each room where I enjoyed a cup of coffee and listened to birds singing each morning. They thought of nice additions, such as a wine opener in the room and a cute little basket with goodies for purchase. I also really appreciated the keyless entry - so nice not to have to make sure you have your key when leaving your room. I liked the way they kept in touch via text throughout my stay and were really responsive to messages.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    10
    Great place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They didn't have a breakfast, which would have been nice. Area near the pool needed a good cleaning. The bathroom didn't have much space to put toiletry bag or room to move .

    The location was wonderful close to the beach. Bikes were available to use during our stay. Our room was very clean and the beds were comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything about it

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    perfect dog friendly - can’t wait to return
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Studio - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the most welcoming place we have ever stayed with our 2 dogs.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2022

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything!! The place is really beautiful, bed is super comfy. The room is big and comfortable. The owners were really attentive. Coffee was delicious. We would love to come back.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2022

    10
    Recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room - Pet Friendly
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was very welcoming and the room has everything we needed. Location is great and pet friendly is a huge plus!

    Stayed in December 2022

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