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Rod 'N' Reel Resort

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum

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Outdoor wedding area
2 bars/lounges
Interior
Coffee shop
Hair salon

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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4165 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD, 20732
  • Place, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Rod n Reel Charter Fishing
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chesapeake Beach Water Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Balcony Room

King Balcony Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Overwater

King Waterfront - North Tower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Chesapeake Beach

On bay.With a stay at this Chesapeake Beach hotel, you'll be steps from Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum and Rod n Reel Charter Fishing. Also, Chesapeake Beach Water Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Breezy Point Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rod n Reel Charter Fishing - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chesapeake Beach Water Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bayside History Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Breezy Point Beach - 10 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abner's Crab House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Traders Seafood Steak & Ale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thursday's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mels Crabs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪City Sliders - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Rod 'N' Reel Resort

4-star hotel near Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
Rod 'N' Reel Resort offers its guests a marina, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Event space at this hotel measures 65908 square feet (569 square meters) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Rod 'N' Reel Resort.

This 4-star Chesapeake Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 65908 sq ft of conference space
  • 569 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Rod 'N' Reel Resort offers 71 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 25 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Bingo
  • Boat tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Resort fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 to 25.00 for adults, and USD 10.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open July 01 and close October 31.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chesapeake Beach Hotel And Spa
Chesapeake Beach Hotel Chesapeake Beach
Rod 'N' Reel Resort Hotel
Rod 'N' Reel Resort Chesapeake Beach
Rod 'N' Reel Resort Hotel Chesapeake Beach

Rod 'N' Reel Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled rooms. Very clean. Staff was so friendly and courteous! I love the fact there are two restaurants on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, everything was spot on. Do come and stay at the Rod and Reel for any special occassion. You will be glad you can.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric, Stamford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean room, nice staff, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My thing is there should have been room service available
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our newly decorated, spotlessly clean room was great. The staff was courteous and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room with the exception of a dead bug in the window, dust on the phone and the fact my key card didn’t work all the time, other than that it was a good stay,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t eat breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place is extremely impressive!!! The room was clean, the view was AMAZING, and the staff were friendly. This is our new spot. Even the guy at the gift shop was really helpful and cool.
Sunset at 7:15 a.m.
Lobby
View from the King Balcony room ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff courteous; room not well designed nor supplied, nor services
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

etent father in law on same floor as us. Put him on on floo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Redmond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, except for the heating system, which was noisy and seemed to blow cool air
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful I can’t wait for
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025