We had lunch at the outdoor bar. It was on Fathers' Day. Pretty busy, which is my only complaint, so we didn't eat at the main restaurant inside. The outdoor bar was pretty good. Served lunch on plasticware though, which was odd. View of the bay was amazing. Food and drink was pretty good. Recommended. Read Less

Bingo was fun and they gave us free food and drinks (non-alcoholic). Only slight issue I had was that it was a little packed the few times that I went. It's also a non smoking room so for those that are sensitive it shouldn't affect you all. Read Less

The staff was wonderful. The rooms were ok, need a little work. Not a lot to do for small children. The beach access is about a mile down the road and is 18 dollars each for adults and I think 12 for children. I feel like you should get a beach pass with your stay, at least get resident rates ( about half). Indoor pool is small, No hot tub. Haven't seen an outdoor pool. I will look for that today. Good to place to sleep but not much to do in the area. Read Less

Was there to do hair for a wedding and the bull the bride, groom, and wedding party had to go through was totally uncalled for. The room the bride and groom paid for in full was already booked for someone else and none of the staff told them; a house keeper did. The bed sheets had small (what looked like bugs or feces) and what looked like cut hair in the comforter. The balcony screen door was broken in room 402, I believe. Ants were crawling on the bathroom floor. The shower has a metal holder for soap and whatnot; had blue soap from a guest before us. Wasn't my wedding but from what I heard they paid, it definitely wasn't worth it, to me. The bar staff was nice. There's a woman who has short blonde hair and was awesome at tending. And Brock was great! Read Less

I must admit that the room we had chose was the best.( Rm 317 )The balcony was just right; could view the beach area from the window & breeze came in like a Rushing river! OH how I enjoyed & Embraced that Moment,peace,& Tranquility;...so refreshing & relaxing.Enjoyed it so, that I failed to pull from out of it, to plunge in & take advantage of the Resort & Spa.Maybe next time.Hopefully there is a next time.You & me "Hubby"! W/ out the kids!!!Early breakfast was delightful & left us feeling comfortable,at home & refreshed.by Kim Read Less

I would go there for a little (RR). Not far from D.C., and the food is finger licking. Great food and drinks there, and also there's bingo and slots. Nice view from the hotel window and balcony. Enjoyed the Commodores there last summer and had a marvelous time. Wonderful area to enjoy off the Chesapeake Bay area. Wonderful get-away right outside if D.C.. Read Less

Very cool spot right on the bay. Very pretty and nice. Bit of a rougher appearing crowd now that there are slots, but no problems. Decor seems a little outdated, but maybe that’s part of the charm, they hit the old times boardwalk theme on the head. Staff were very good and very friendly. Read Less

The room we had on the 4th floor was very nice n clean staff was great only complaint I have is the pool was very cloudy and didn't look so clean may as they renovate more they should make pool.area lil bigger and more handicap accessible Read Less

A hidden gem! Everyone was friendly, polite and helpful. Our corner suite had amazing views, the fireplace was a nice added touch. The attached restaurant has great food, friendly service and very reasonable prices! We will be back! Read Less

Two weeks ago my lifelong friend and I celebrated her 70th bday with a two-day stay at your Resort and had a wonderful experience. From the first phone call to make reservations until we left, EVERY member of your staff was exceptional! We want to thank Tarese - who was very helpful & informative while taking our reservation; Kelsey was very pleasant at Reception; Katie - our meticulous & very accommodating cleaning lady; Judy - friendly and efficient Restaurant Hostess; Na...ncy - fun and attentive bartender; and Ashley - Hotel Manager who spoke with us as we were checking out to inquire if all was well. EVERY staff member we encountered was friendly, professional and efficient! Kudos to each and every one of them!! The Resort was clean and inviting, The Rod & Reel Restaurant service was super and every meal - breakfast, lunch AND dinner - was delicious! This was our first girls' getaway to your facility and it will not be our last! Thank you, Jeanne R. & Diane M. Ver más Read Less

We go back every year for our anniversary. We got married there in 2014. The customer service is outstanding everywhere on the resort and the food is amazing. We will continue to celebrate our anniversary at Chesapeake Beach! Read Less

Just stayed at the resort with my wife. We had to make an emergency trip to the area for the birth of a new grandchild. They were cheaper than the local motels for the time we stayed, and the room was very nice, very clean and the staff was top notch. We didn't get the time to enjoy all of the amenities of the facility during our stay, but what we did experience was very nice and I believe worth the money we paid. Read Less

Ate at the Restaurant in December and the food was the best meal I had ever had. I had the stuffed shrimp with crab imperial with a side of collard greens and mashed potatoes. The presentation and quality of the food was top notch! We ate there last night again and I ordered the same meal. The presentation and quality of a $26 meal was horrible. The greens almost made me puke and the potatoes were not fresh at all. If there was a change in kitchen staff, I would recommend bringing back whoever your chef was in December. Doubt that I will be spending my money on the restaurant again. I would have been happier with a cold cheeseburger from McDonalds. Drove over 30 minutes for a good meal only to get something that wasn't worthy of serving. AWFUL!!! Read Less

It was nice but not worth the amount we paid. No parking specially marked for hotel guest unless you do valet. It's right next to a gambling establishment and that takes all the parking most nights. We complained about noise above us and just got a sorry. Won't be back,too bad it was close and was considering doing a girls weekend getaway here. Oh well business lost!!! Read Less

We had a special occasion planned and even after several calls the receptionist failed to be honest about staffing. We (3) were told to be there at 9:50 am. We live more than an hour away. Our appoints were scattered and we were unable to be together at all -- 2 of the appointments didn't begin until more than an hour after we arrived. The massage was excellent. The facial was good. The person who did the pedicures seemed to be inexperienced although she was very kind and was the first to offer refreshments (we had 2 services done prior). The "relaxing" room was cold and the "strawberry" water looked days old. Overall, the service was terrible - no where close to a pampering experience. Read Less

We went for Thanksgiving. A buffet was offered along with the regular menu. We opted for the buffet, as it had something for everyone including the traditional thanksgiving ham, turkey, and sides as well as fish and shrimp. The food was delicious and they handled the crowd well. The staff was upbeat and professional. We were very pleased. Read Less

The husband and I stayed here overnight for a romantic evening away from home and had the best experience. To start everyone that greeted us from the moment we got there made the stay very pleasurable. The gentleman at valet were very friendly. The ladies at the front desk went above and beyond to make our time there awesome. Kelsey was one of the main ladies that made sure our stay went flawless. We took advantage of the spa services. The prices are very good compared to other spas I've been to, and the experience was definitely calming. We checked into the King suite with the balcony. That room is really awesome, has all the amenities, sofa, 2 TV's, Jacuzzi, and the fireplace was very nice especially around the colder months of the year. We called room service twice and they came within minutes. In the morning we ate breakfast at Rod N Reel downstairs. It was nice to have food that close available to us before getting on the road. I know that my husband and I have found a little getaway that we will definitely be returning to in the future. Read Less

My story: on a road trip...just scouting the Chesapeake area in advance of a family event @ Arlington later that week..and came upon the Resort. I inquired within...and booked room 422, overlooking the Bay, the beach, the bandshell and the docks. What a nice surprise! For a price that was less than a Best Western near DC (off season so probably lower than usual tariff), I found the room very comfortable and the ladies at the front desk were very personable and accommodating.... I met a couple on the adjoining balcony...chatting for a couple of hours over cocktails. As a self-described connoisseur of crab cakes, I had that at the restaurant. Excellent! The waiter was attentive. I sat in a booth by the window. Yes, a bit of a tight fit...but just fine. I liked it enough to book it for a 2nd night...my wife flew into BWI the next day and I knew she would like it too! She did. Ver más Read Less

I had a facial at the spa on Monday 10/23/17 and the ladies were very professional and did an excellent job on my face and my stepmothers face. The classic facial came with a shoulder massage as well. The prices are affordable for the spa and for the resort. Just make sure when you check in for your appointment you confirm your services. This was second time I was charged for the upgraded facials although I booked a lite facial. I received a 15% discount so it was worth it. Read Less

The view from the balcony was on point and having a restaurant on site was ideal. However, the amount of filth that was in the carpet completely overrides any enjoyment! The floors were so dirty i needed to keep my socks on and that didnt prevent me from running over to CVS to pick up Benadryl (became congested immediately and eyes welled up). The balcony was covered in spiderwebs and one of the chairs was broken. They need to pay more attention to getting the rooms ready for guests! It could have been a much better trip. Read Less

I only want to write good reviews but having multiple experiences duplicated, I have had enough!!! This place is unprofessional, inadequate, and shameful! I feel as if it's run by teenagers. Please dont waste your time or money. Read Less

I would give 0 star if there is an option. The Boardwalk Cafe has the poorest service and worst food ever! Soup and buffalo shrimp were very salty you would think they used salt water to cook them. Croutons on the salad was stale. Waitress didn't  care. We had the absolute worst experience! Read Less

Way over priced! I have stayed at motel/hotel rooms nicer than these in this so called resort. The furniture is old and out dated and the room smelled like mold. I'm still trying to figure out why the room had a window from the bedroom to the bathroom? I was there with my husband so it was okay, but if you want privacy forget it. The closet is literally a hole in the wall and does not have a safe for your personal belongings. The view from the room was amazing so that was a plus. Not to mention I had to wait 40 minutes past my check in time because my room was not ready. The receptionist repeatedly told me 5 mins which turned into almost an hour, with no explanation as to why(My husband and I had plans soon after check in). NO ONE APOLOGIZED FOR MY WAIT or even offered any type of compensation. Just being acknowledged and receiving an apology would have made a world of difference. The actual resort is a dump, but it has plenty of awesome things surrounding it. If you plan to visit Chesapeake Beach, lodge outside of the resort and then visit. It will be cheaper and nicer. DON'T STAY HERE! Read Less

We had a great view of the Chesapeake Bay from our balcony.  The room had a very comfortable mattress, bedding, and bathrobes.  The entertainment, John Luskey, was excellent.  The spa was very good and reasonably priced, as was the food at the Rod and Reel restaurant.  The breakfast buffet, while a bit pricey, had a good variety.We will probably return, but there were some service issues.  In addition to orders to-go from the Rod and Reel taking excruciatingly long, the housekeeping staff, while very cordial, did not provide the service one would expect for the price paid per night.  Our toilet seat was loose, and remained so, even after we personally reported the issue to the front desk.  The Keurig coffee maker in our room was dirty and our clock radio was dark, because it was not plugged in.  Finally, the housekeepers did not replace the coffee mugs we used with clean ones, apparently expecting us to wash and reuse them the next day.This is a fine resort without the traffic and bustle of Ocean City.  They are a little expensive, but have an excellent spa and good food within an hour of Columbia.  Just a few tweaks would get them to 4 or 5 star status. Read Less

Overpriced for what you get. This facility is not really a resort. More like a hotel that happens to be situated along the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The room was nice with a refrigerator but had no microwave oven. The king sized bed was very comfortable. We had a bay view room with balcony. Sitting outside on the balcony was nice until the powerful air conditioning consensers located below came on to completely drown out the soothing sound of the waves. Meals at the resort owned Rod and Reel Restaurant are good but very expensive. The breakfast buffet at the Rod and Reel was over $35 before tip. And that included the discount coupon we got from the front desk when checking in. We found better meal choices in nearby North Beach. Especially enjoyed our meal and service at the Plaza Mexico there. Read Less

Dear lady at the front desk;Remember, -first impressions count! -you represent the hotel, I don't care how many times you've heard the same question, your response should always be professional and courteous, not with attitude. Dear Hotel management;For $350 a night, When you say continental breakfast till 10 a.am, perhaps have more than just coffee and a basket of fruit before 10am. You are in the hospitality business, how about being hospitable to your PAYING guest?!Sincerely,Your PAYING guest Read Less

A few things. The service, room and spa were excellent. What subtracted two stars for me was the ridiculous parking situation when there was a concert going on. I had to call (no big deal) to see where we could park and they said to do valet. Now while that was free they should have sent a flyer or a warning to hotel guests so I didn't have to call in the first place and wonder where the hell I was going to park because both it and the grocery store lot (where I couldn't park overnight anyway) were full. Read Less

It nice but not sure if I'll be back. But during a 5 day trip the pool didn't work and with two kids that presents a problem since we now need to drive to get them entertained... Was hoping that there was a beach and more than one restaurant but the BBQ spot closed only leaving the over priced and very average Rod n Reel restaurant. We swam at the beach... NOTE - if there is no netting... you may get stung by jellyfish!!! I did. We later swam in the netted "more crowded" area with no jellyfish. Also ... the Chesapeake is pretty darn dirty so wear water shoes and be prepared to wash your swim suit SEVERAL TIMES to get the dirt out I expected more... but the free music shows from your room  (if you like the music) is nice during the summer. Read Less

I dislike the way this resort has walled off the bay from casual strolling ( unlike neighboring North Beach which has a nice boardwalk) so that you have to pass their restaurant and bar before you get to the bay. Their restaurant is only average and above average expensive for what you get. Chesapeake Beach would be better off without this resort. Read Less

I love coming here! Located about 35 minutes from Clinton Maryland, Chesapeake Beach is a quiet and quaint little area. There is great food everywhere you turn, beautiful views of the water and this is primo location for weddings (no big secret as I've witnessed one every time I come here ). If you're here try Traders for fresh oysters! Or enjoy the small casino rooms throughout the resort! They have a large deck area outside at the Boardwalk Cafe! Parking here is ample in the large lot in front of the resort. You can't escape the relaxed vibes you'll feel when visiting here. The staff is friendly and it does get busy here , especially during the summer months. They also feature live music outdoors when it's warmer. If you are looking for a little retreat or even a quick day trip , try visiting here . You'll enjoy the view and tranquillity ! Read Less

Hoping that by the time my event rolls around I will be able to change this review, but so far dealing with the catering department for a group of 20 has been an awful experience. From the beginning I have felt that since my event (an anniversary dinner) was not a wedding that it was really of very little importance and at first was told just to make a reservation with the restaurant directly, however the restaurant will only take us if we do a limited menu (completely reasonable and understandable). I should mention that having our dinner her was for a sentimental reason - we had our rehearsal dinner here 10 years ago. This is something I mentioned when calling to to get the process started and it was completely ignored.The fixed menu is overpriced  and really lacking in options available. Sara who is supposed to be helping me always sounds bother or distracted when we speak does not even try to work with me on changes that I request. When you call into the resort and spa the lines says "where hospitality meets the Chesapeake bay" I guess I will just have to wait to see when the hospitality happens. Read Less

Stayed here a few days ago but just writing review. Loved the town and being so close to Annapolis but feels like your on some far away resort. I would of given the hotel 4 stars but the carpets must of been cleaned before I checked in and stayed very damp the whole time. The room stayed very humid and everything had a damp feel. I told the front desk and the offered to vacuum. I think they should of held off cleaning carpets before holiday weekend or not offered rooms that weren't ready for occupancy. I would of preferred being put in a dry room. Read Less

From the turn of the twentieth century until the World War II period, the resort at Chesapeake Beach was the real deal. There was even a roller coaster over the bay. These days, the resort is a skeleton of its former self. The railway museum is one of the few remaining vestiges of the time when Chesapeake Beach was a cool place to visit.  My girlfriend and I stayed here for Memorial Day weekend. Having done all of the local beaches on the Atlantic Ocean, I wanted to try something different. When we arrived Friday evening after work, parking was no problem, and we easily found our way into the hotel.As other yelpers have mentioned, this is not really a resort anymore. There is a hotel with an indoor pool, various slips for boats, and a small (and I mean tiny) "beach" area. Frankly it is more of a sandbox, and the boat slips are situated in front of it, so there is no real area for guests to wade into the bay or go swimming. Back to the hotel room. At $180 a night, the amenities were about as good as I have gotten at cheap motels. I was supposed to have a view of the bay, but there were these really big green things that were right in the middle of my view...Vinny Gambini would have been furious. Aside from the trees, the room had a moldy, mildew smell and the comforter had an old blood stain. Shockingly, the room was equipped with a Keurig, but the resort only provided decaf pods!  Finally, the walls are not very thick, and during the middle of the night we were able to hear reveling from a post-wedding party in an adjacent room. In the morning, I had an opportunity to use the fitness center. It is about the size of a glorified closet and contains two treadmills, an elliptical, and one weight machine. Luckily I was alone during my workout otherwise things would have been uncomfortably cramped. The most disappointing part of our stay actually occurred at 10:15 the morning of checkout. As stated numerous places, the checkout time from the hotel is 11am. However, at 10:15 hotel maids opened the door to our room; this was also in spite of the fact that I still had the "do not disturb" sign hanging on the door handle. I was able to rush over to the door to keep them from barging in, but the situation was very uncomfortable. Overall, I think this is a cool location and there are lots of neat places to visit in Calvert County (especially the Calvert Cliffs). However, I probably will not be staying at this resort on my next visit to the area. Read Less

My husband and I stayed here at the end of April and we were delighted with the accommodations and the beautiful view.  We had gone on a rockfish trip and decided to stay over so that we didn't have to drive back after a long day of drinking and sun.The front desk associates were very courteous and the partial water view room was a decent size and clean.There was a mini fridge which I put our rockfish in and put in a cooler the next day.  We had some drinks at the bar and enjoyed playing the slot machines for a while then sat out on the dock as the sun set.I would definitely go back for a quick and affordable overnight in the future.  It appears to be a decent spot for smaller concerts as well as private events like weddings and corporate events. Read Less

So they call this place a resort and spa. On the Chesapeake bay. A beach resort at that! First, not really a resort. Just a hotel on the Chesapeake bay with marginal accommodations  and no beach. A small blocked off area that one would assume is used as the resorts beach area (probably 50'x50' square). So, if you offer a "beach", wouldn't you expect some beach lounge chairs to enjoy the view from. Not the case. No lounging chairs. Just a half round outdoor sofa (probably bought from Home Depot several years ago). The "resort" staff confirmed as well - no beach lounging chairs. Really? No beach chairs? Unbelievable! Also, an overworked understaffed outdoor bar/food area and to listen to the entertainment at the outdoor pavilion, you'll be expected to part with $8.00. And for marginal local entertainment at that. In the hotel, the lobby is a cross between a Comfort Inn and Motel 6. Don't expect much for your room accommodations either. The owner really could re-invest his profits into nicer amenities but instead owns a beautiful black Bentley that he parks in the hotel front entrance turn around so as to let the staff know where his priorities lie. Maybe he also wants the hotel guests to think that high rollers come here often.  I travel for business all across the country and I can say this about this joint. Hampton Inns and HolidayInn Expresses have better accommodations and breakfast foods. Next, go visit the slots casino/bar. But make sure you're over 60 years old and a heavy smoker. Probably need a few additional drinks in your belly as well to deal with the smoke smell and locals all talking loudly about their lives in this semi redneck 'ville. More locals than guests hang at the bar which is no surprise. And if you want a resort style breakfast buffet, don't expect it here. Cold eggs that taste like they added powered eggs to the mix. Over burnt sausage patties and bacon and muffins that were probably bought in bulk at the Costco. Read Less

I've posted some photos which should give you a good idea for why I'm giving a 2 star review.  Aside from the dirty, moldy room, the worst part is that I booked a "waterfront view" room.  As you'll see from the photo, it was anything but.  The indoor pool was supposed to be heated but it was pretty chilly.  And dirty. Read Less

I reserved a room online which stated a "water view" room. We got a room with a view of trees and other buildings and barely a water view. I called the front desk and asked about changing this as we had booked a water view room and they stated they had no rooms left. The lady was rude and kept calling me "honey." They did nothing for us. The room was ok, but kind of outdated. What a disappointment. We're never coming back here again. Read Less

The staff here is awesome.  It's Christmas eve and the  staff is wonderful.  We wanted another room,  and they obliged us. Ms. Carath at the front desk is an added jewel to this property.  I'm really enjoying it. Read Less

Amber at the front desk was super nice and upgraded us from a room with a balcony to one of the suites with a balcony! The room was really nice. Big, with a fireplace, jacuzzi tub, and a wrap around balcony. We had a view of the bay as well as of the restaurant and casino. We turned the fireplace on while we were in the tub and it warmed up the room. Afterwards we opened the balcony to hear the waves and feel the bay breeze. Only complaint about the room is that the AC was really loud, but honestly we didn't need to keep the AC on because the breeze was so nice. Read Less

For starters, this is not a resort which has been established with all the other reviews. Check in is at 3, we received a call at 3PM letting us know the room was ready however, the room was not available for us therefore we were going to receive a complimentary suite upgrade. OK we were a little excited about the upgrade 4PM comes around and our room is not ready. When we finally go to the room it is not by any means a suite. It was just a room with double beds facing the water. No different than the room I had already reserved. To make matters worse when it was time for bed I sat on the bed and the bed completely broke. We got moved to another room to discover the sheets full of sand. How much more should we have complained? Late check in, broken bed, dirty bed....They offered us a discounted rate from $128 (including taxes and fees) to $75 flat I was happy until my husband got the receipt and the discount was only $28. The front desk clerk assured me he was going to take care of the reimbursement but failed. Very disappointed! Read Less

My husband and I decided to get away for the weekend, and picked up a Groupon for Chesapeake Beach Resort.  The rooms were very nice and clean; the beds were comfortable, and came with more pillows than you'd ever want.  Our room had a beautiful view overlooking the pier and bay, which I loved. Unfortunately it was a little too cold to hang out the balcony for too long.  Next time, we'll opt for the Spring.  Everything was a bit pricey, and had we not gotten the Groupon, we probably wouldn't have stayed here.  They did an indoor heated pool, fitness center, and saunas which was great. Don't get me wrong, the accommodations were nice, but in my opinion, not worthy of being upward of $250/night.  They have bingo and slot machines on-site, which was a fun way to spend some time without leaving.  Unfortunately, I'm not the best gambler, so not much time was spent here.  I passed on the spa as I haven't heard the best things, and the prices were way higher than I've seen at regular salons in the DC area.  They have free coffee, tea and hot chocolate in the lobby for hotel guests. Read Less