Ocean Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores which includes a house and tranquil scenes
Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores showing a house, general coastal views and a coastal town
Ocean Shores Beach which includes a coastal town and a house

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 Harbour. 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 kilometres) 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 Colours, an international stunt-kite festival that takes place on the city beaches and draws participants from around the world.Moving a half mile (800 metres) 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 Centre, 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 centre, 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 harbour. 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-metre) 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 Rp1.744.445 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.744.445
Rp1.953.746 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,594 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the lighthouse and that the beach was really close. Was a little disappointed that the Jacuzzi was closed during summertime that was disappointing. Other than that everything else was good.."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Lighthouse Suites Inn
Hotel Mar Vista

Hotel Mar Vista

2 out of 5
845 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, 54, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is Rp1.700.467 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.700.467
Rp1.904.522 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (910 reviews)
"Good location, stores in walking distance"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hotel Mar Vista
The Polynesian Resort

The Polynesian Resort

2.5 out of 5
615 Ocean Shores Blvd, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is Rp1.596.387 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.596.387
Rp1.787.934 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It’s very clean, reasonably priced, and the staff is extremely friendly. The beds are comfy. There are so many dining options in the immediate area. It’s my new “go to” place!!!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

The Polynesian Resort
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
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,118 reviews)
"We spent three nights at The Grey Gull. Even though this property has been there for years, it has been well maintained. Our ground level, end unit was spotless with a good amount of space for our family of two adults and two children. The kitchen was well stocked and the queen size beds were so ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ocean Shores Beach and Pacific Paradise ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (290 reviews)
"These little cottages are fantastic. Step into a modern clean and comfy home. I’m surprised I could get in at short notice. If you’re heading to Ocean Shores stay here!!!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Sea Breeze Cottages
Ocean Surf Condos

Ocean Surf Condos

3.5 out of 5
865 Cuddy Court, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free parking, balconies or patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Ocean Shores Beach and ...
"Hope you enjoy the dark ages! The bed was lumpy, the pictures made the place look much larger than it actually was… there was no view of the ocean AT ALL! The appliances were outdated, there was a “cleaning fee for the hot tub”, which makes you think there is a hot tub… but there isn’t! Oh, and there ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sep 2024

Ocean Surf Condos
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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