Places to stay in Dowell, Maryland
Dowell is a small, rural community in Calvert County, Maryland located immediately north of Solomons, Maryland. While many people consider Dowell to be a part of Solomons, Maryland, it maintains its own separate zip code, 20629. Local dining options include Hidden Harbor Cafe, Ruddy Duck Brewery And Grill, Ruddy Duck Brewery & Grill, and The Garden Grille & Bar.
If you are travelling in the area, Dowell is located close to Dowell Elementary School, Old House Cove, Leonardtown Wastewater Treatment Plant, Governor Run and Jacks Creek.
The center of Dowell ( which is at is longitude -76°27'40.172 and latitude 38°20'48.354 ) is located 2 miles away from Solomons, 4 miles away from California, 6 miles away from Lexington Park and 6 miles away from Hollywood.
Available Dowell lodging
We currently have 5 accommodations in and around Dowell.
Dowell Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Approx 5 miles away in California:
Holiday Inn
Approx 2 miles away in Solomons:
Hilton Garden Inn
Dowell Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches
Approx 3 miles away in California:
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Dowell
Boomerangs Original Ribs ( Dining / Other ). Located at 13820 H.G. Trueman Road, Solomons, 1 mile from the center of Dowell. Boomerangs Original Ribs is located in Solomons, Maryland. We are known by locals to have the best BBQ in the area.
Our delicious homemade food and friendly staff will have you coming back again and again.
Since 1990 Boomerangs has been serving our famous baby back ribs, made-from-scratch sides, soups, salad dressings, desserts, hand breaded chicken and seafood, and fresh burgers.
www.loveribs.com 
Stoney's Clarke's Landing Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 24580 Clarke's Landing Lane, Hollywood, 3 miles from the center of Dowell. Enjoy waterside beauty along the Patuxent River at Stoney’s at Clarke’s Landing!
Dine inside the remodeled Clarke’s Landing location, or enjoy your meal outdoors on the deck with stunning views of the river. Classic seafood dishes, including crabs, rockfish, oysters and much more are served fresh daily. Come by boat and dock along the pier just down from the outside deck!
A full bar serves all your favorites, including Stoney’s famous orange crushes.
stoneysseafoodhouse.com
Zahniser's Dry Dock Restaurant ( Dining / Family ). Located at 251 C Street, Solomons, 2 miles from the center of Dowell. Spectacular harbor views and creative seasonal cuisine has made The Dry Dock Restaurant the favorite of boaters and critics alike for over twenty years!
Specializing in steaks and seafood, The Dry Dock chef creates the menu using as much sustainable seafood and local produce as possible.
The Dry Dock is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your dining experience overlooking Solomons Harbor. Dine inside in the cozy atmosphere, or in the summer months, sit outside on the deck and enjoy the breezy Solomons Island air. Either way, you’ll taste not only “Solomon’s Best Cuisine” according to Washingtonian, but also “Best of the Bay” by Chesapeake Bay Magazine readers.
zahnisers.com
The Pier ( Dining / Other ). Located at 14575 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, 2 miles from the center of Dowell. The Pier located in historic Solomons Island, MD is open everyday, year round.
This historic landmark offers fresh recipes, libations and panoramic views of the Patuxent River.
thepiersolomons.com