Ocean Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores showing tranquil scenes and a house
Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores which includes general coastal views, a house and a coastal town
Ocean Shores Beach which includes a house and a coastal town
In this small town, visitors can relax and experience the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Ocean Shores is small, with just 5,500 residents, but visitors will find plenty of things to do. The town is on a peninsula. Wake to a sunrise to the east over North Bay and Grays Harbor. Enjoy a busy day sightseeing and come back in time to drink a cocktail while watching the sun set to the west over the Pacific Ocean.The southernmost part of the peninsula is ironically the place to find the North Jetty. Park for free and roam the beach. Look for bits of bright sea glass rounded by the waves and brought to shore by tides. Head north along the 6 miles (10 kilometers) of beach and wade in the surf or build sand castles. In June, marvel at the kite flying that is part of the two-day Festival of Colors, an international stunt-kite festival that takes place on the city beaches and draws participants from around the world.Moving a half mile (800 meters) east, you’ll find Oyhut Wildlife Area. Bring binoculars and do some birding. You’re likely to find snowy plovers, herons, pheasants, pelicans and more in the 682 acres (276 hectares) of natural wetlands and tidal flats. On the eastern side of Oyhut, visit Ocean Shores Interpretive Center, with history and wildlife exhibits. Children will love the hands-on, interactive displays featuring snowy owls, sea otters and seals, the logging industry, whaling, predators and prey, fishing, ecology and sea creatures. There is even a display of a “person” made entirely from materials collected on the beach. There is plenty of free parking at the center, and there is no admission fee, but donations are welcome. Rent an eco-friendly electric boat and spend the day on the canal or Duck Lake that stretch along the interior of the peninsula, or venture into the harbor. Bring a picnic lunch, and plenty of sunscreen, and spend the day on the water. If you have time, drive just over three hours north to see Olympic National Park with views of 7,965-foot (2,428-meter) Mount Olympus and its surrounding glaciers.

Lighthouse Suites Inn
Lighthouse Suites Inn
2.5 out of 5
491 Damon Road, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is NZ$167 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,129 reviews)
"We had a great stay"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Lighthouse Suites Inn
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Ocean Shores
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Ocean Shores
2.5 out of 5
707 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is NZ$189 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.8/10 (1,123 reviews)
Shilo Inn - Still a good value
"Overall we enjoyed our stay. The Cons were: The balcony wasn't usable due to warping of the deck allowing standing water of about 1-2 inches. We had a Ocean View room, but it was hard to see thru the sliding doors that hadn't been cleaned in a while. The restaurant has been closed since 2019 which ..."

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

Shilo Inn Suites Hotel - Ocean Shores
Hotel Mar Vista
Hotel Mar Vista
2 out of 5
845 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, 54, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is NZ$131 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (605 reviews)
"I have to go to Ocean Shores for work on a weekly basis. I always stay here"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Hotel Mar Vista
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Grey Gull
The Grey Gull
2 out of 5
651 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, Ocean Shores, WA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (966 reviews)
Family and friends stay 1st time at The Grey Gull!
"I love staying in Ocean Shores especially when theres a storm. I love hearing the sound of the waves and the wind. My buddies and I planned a trip for us and my son and my nephew. My nephew unfortunately wasn't able to attend due to being sick. We had never stayed at The Grey Gull until now. I am ..."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

The Grey Gull
Sea Breeze Cottages
Sea Breeze Cottages
3 out of 5
131 Barnacle St, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pacific Paradise Family Fun Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (276 reviews)
"This is the second time we rented the cottage, great stay and always chill and fun, can’t wait to return next year in 2025"

Reviewed on 7 Dec. 2024

Sea Breeze Cottages
Shorebirds Villas
Shorebirds Villas
3 out of 5
782 Ocean Court Northwest, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this 3-star villa in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Pacific Paradise Family Fun Center and Playtime Family ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (182 reviews)
Great Stay went to Fast
"The Villa was nice but bad for people in wheelchairs or limited Bodies."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Shorebirds Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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