Ocean Shores

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Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores which includes tranquil scenes and a house
Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a house
Ocean Shores Beach featuring 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 P4,667 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P4,667
P5,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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! (1,092 reviews)
"All round great.beach access right there for clam digging or king tides."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Lighthouse Suites Inn
The Canterbury Inn
The Canterbury Inn
2.5 out of 5
643 Ocean Shores Blvd. NW, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is P4,405 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P4,405
P4,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice quiet area, large parking lot. Great view of beach. Had a storm and lost power for awhile. Generator back up powered lobby and hallway but not rooms. Other than that it's a nice place to stay"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

The Canterbury Inn
Hotel Mar Vista
Hotel Mar Vista
2 out of 5
845 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, 54, Ocean Shores, WA
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The price is P5,303 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
P5,303
P5,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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! (584 reviews)
"Convenient to Ocean Shores"

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024

Hotel Mar Vista
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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 an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (959 reviews)
"Quiet large rooms comfy beds clean and great water pressure in shower. Easy check in."

Reviewed on Nov 12, 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 Ocean Shores Beach and Pacific Paradise ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
"Close to the beach!!!"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 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 Ocean Shores Beach and Pacific Paradise Family Fun ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (176 reviews)
"This was the cutest place. Very clean. Comfortable. Easy check in and check out . I have been telling all my friends about my stay. Will definitely be back to check out the other theme cabins ."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 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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