Gearhart Ocean Inn

This place is adorable and a very short walk to the ocean. The rooms were charming, clean and had a well-​stocked kitchen (to cook your razor clams!). The office also had a large selection of dvds to borrow too. Free use of bikes (including a very very cute pink cruiser) which made riding around Gearhart easy.

Well, we headed back to the coast just for one night and wanted to try another of the Distinctive Lodgings locations. We loved the Inn at Arch Cape but decided to try the Gearhart Ocean Inn for something new. Making reservations and figuring things out was so easy as everyone is super friendly!
We were originally looking to go right after Christmas but because of work had to rearrange and go out for New Year’s Eve instead. One night is a quickie but lucky for us the drive is super easy from Portland and totally worth it. I had a terrible head cold so we really went to do nothing but be in a new environment so it would be doing nothing while doing something. haha. and that is exactly what it was!
We arrived just after 3 for check-​in & that went seamlessly. Cathy, in the office, was helpful and we picked out a bunch of DVD’s (excellent selection) and then we headed down to the beach, about a 3 block walk. We took our dog on this trip and everyone at the hotel was sweet about her & the room came stocked with doggie bowl, treat & poo bags. nice touch.
We stayed in a two bedroom suite with a full kitchen. There was a gas stove (looks like wood burning) that served as the heater. The kitchen was well appointed and we came with ingredients to make a pizza and that is just what we did. Success! No complaints about the kitchen. it is small but perfect for meal making.
The bed was comfortable and all the linens were fresh and white. This was a cozy place, painted white and sea grey. very fresh & bright, cute beachy décor. Less rustic than the Inn at Arch Cape.
We saw a perfect sunset from the beach. long views in both directions.
We lucked out and had gorgeous sunny days in Gearhart!
It was a great place to stay!
Other details:
There is a yard that looks great for hanging out if you are there in warmer weather. could even be a good wedding/​event space. pet friendly. tons of DVD’s to choose from. friendly staff. nice shower. very clean. comfortable beds and linens. fully appointed small kitchen, free wi-​fi.
If you are headed to the coast, this is an excellent place to stay! The town has a cute bakery and a nice corner market that had pretty much anything you could possibly need.
As we were heading out of town towards Astoria we saw there is a bowling alley right there! That is cool and would be a fun thing to do while staying here. Astoria is super close and a fun place to explore also.
Highly recommend.

Omg. This place is amazing. My partner and I came for a quick weekend get a way. Kathy at the front desk makes you feel like she is your beat friend and takes amazing care of you. She made dinner reservations for us and told us all the best places. The cleaning staff are incredible and so helpful. The room was immaculate. We haven’t even left and we are planning when to come back.

Lovely place and the people who work here are friendly and helpful. We come back year after year. The free use of the beach cruiser bikes are a nice bonus!

Back again for what is becoming our annual fall getaway. Gearhart Ocean Inn doesn’t disappoint if you are looking for a charming retro beach lodging. If you want the luxurious décor, large rooms, spa treatment & excitement, look elsewhere. This is a return to the 30’s with modern amenities like electronics, tasty décor & pet friendly rooms a short walk to one of the best beaches there is.

This is one of my favorite places to stay at the coast. The people who run it are so sweet and thoughtful, the rooms are adorable, it’s clean and nicely appointed, and it’s just a peaceful, awesome spot.
Close to decent restaurant and bakery, too. It’s a nice romantic weekend getaway especially…
hmm. Wonder if I can get a sitter soon?