Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove
Location: 26 Seal Drive, Shelter Cove, California, 95589, Shelter Cove, US
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Terrace with Spectacular Views
Enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace at Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet and take advantage of concierge services to enhance your stay.
Varied Amenities
Indulge in a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant or grab essentials at the grocery store. Take advantage of gift shops, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Don't miss the convenience of a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out.
Comfortable Guestrooms
Relax in one of the 11 well-appointed guestrooms offering modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and microwaves. Unwind in the private bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Shelter Cove and book your stay at Oceanfront Inn for a memorable beachfront experience.
Important Information
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - anytime
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Amenities & Facilities
- Boat tours nearby
- Health or beauty spa nearby
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Express check-out
- Fish cleaning table
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Picnic area
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-out
- Mountain biking nearby
- Smoke-free property
- Express check-in
- Grocery/convenience store
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Playground on site
- Free self parking
- Computer station
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Beach towels
- Boat tours nearby
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Housekeeping on request
- Public winery tours
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Banquet hall
- Golf clubs (equipment)
- Children's games
- Children's toys
- Motor boating nearby
- Fish cleaning table
- Fishing nearby
- Health or beauty spa nearby
- Marina nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Change of towels (on request)
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Beach toys
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
Rooms Available
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Panoramic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
711.7-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, patio with ocean views
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Relax - Fireplace
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, double sofa bed, and iron/ironing board; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request) and heating
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Dining table
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Shampoo
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Yard
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Spices
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Paper towels
- Restaurant dining guide
- Freezer
- Closed captioned TV
- Location - ground floor
- Change of towels (on request)
- Kitchen island
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave
1 King Bed
Located on the ground floor, patio with garden views
Relax - Indoor private hot tub
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Microwave, coffee/tea maker, and toaster
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request)
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors and room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Yard
- Premium bedding
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Private spa tub
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Closed captioned TV
- Location - ground floor
- Change of towels (on request)
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View
1 King Bed
400-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony with ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Microwave, coffee/tea maker, and toaster
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and children's books; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request)
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Closed captioned TV
- Change of towels (on request)
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Panoramic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Patio with ocean views
Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Relax - Fireplace
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and children's books; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), heating, and ceiling fan
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Dining table
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Ceiling fan
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Spices
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Paper towels
- Restaurant dining guide
- Freezer
- Closed captioned TV
- Change of towels (on request)
- Kitchen island
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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed
1 King Bed
400-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with partial ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Microwave, coffee/tea maker, and toaster
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, iron/ironing board, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request)
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Wheelchair accessible
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Yard
- Premium bedding
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Closed captioned TV
- Portable shower seat
- Change of towels (on request)
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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View
2 Queen Beds
400-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony with ocean views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Microwave, coffee/tea maker, and toaster
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and children's books; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request)
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Closed captioned TV
- Change of towels (on request)
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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View
1 King Bed
450-sq-foot individually decorated room, patio with ocean views
Relax - Indoor private hot tub
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Microwave, coffee/tea maker, and toaster
Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets
Bathroom - Bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and children's books
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request)
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request, no rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Microwave
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Access via exterior corridors
- Free WiFi
- Private spa tub
- Balcony or patio
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Champagne service
- Soap
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Closed captioned TV
- Change of towels (on request)
Guest Reviews
- catherine (10/5): - We had to suddenly get a room as we were camping and bad weather set in. The staff were so kind and accommodating. Check in time was 3:00, but because our room was ready they allowed us to check in at 9:00am!!! The room overlooked a fabulous rocky beach where we sat on our balcony and watched the seals on the rocks below. Our room was actually an apartment with a king size bed. They did not skimp on any thing… plentiful towels, coffee, creamer, soaps, lotions… To be honest, the outside of the complex was a little too rustic and a little unkempt, but the rest makes up for it tenfold. Bravo!
- VINESSA (8/5): - Gorgeous view. Exceptionally quiet. No staff on site. No elevator. Room was clean.
- R Carl (10/5): - Our room was on the 3rd floor with a balcony overlooking the ocean. Vaulted ceiling made the room feel even bigger. Space heater only but not needed because the room temp was perfect both day and night. We had trouble figuring out how to access apps on TV but one phone call to manager and it was resolved quickly. Room, bathroom and bedding all clean. Plenty of towels and extra blankets if needed. Stunning view! Left slider open with fresh air, sound of ocean waves and sea lions barking in the distance. Made for great night sleep. Beds were hard, need pillow toppers. There is no staff on site that you are allowed to contact. Cleaning crew office has a sign not to bother staff. That was very weird for us old school folks! We needed to known where to find an ATM in the area and had no help from this Hotel. Plan ahead with cash and call manager with questions. Manager was very nice and helpful. There is a wifi password which helped our cell phones work in this Hotel. Restaurant in building was great for breakfast. Good food, great view. We are definitely going to stay here again because despite no staff on site, we had a great stay and wonderful visit to Shelter Cove.
- ronald (10/5): - I liked the location
- Mike (10/5): Overnight at The Cove - An excellent place to stay when in The Cove. Easy to find, plenty of parking, superior vistas.
- Martha (6/5): Not worth $300 - Great location, but disappointing for the price. There were some blinds that were either not fully functioning or were missing. The bed was not comfortable. The deck outside our "apartment" had planks that were broken, making it hazardous if we had brought children with us. The only heating source was an electric fireplace, after finding the thermostat simply clicked but did not function. Aside from these issues, the unit was very clean.
- Nikki (4/5): - The location is beautiful, but right outside our room was a dump, with all kinds of garbage, about 50 feet from our door. The view was amazing, but one huge window had water calcium stains between the double panes, throughout the whole window. At night, one blind doesn't shut all the way, one blind is completely missing, and the one in the bedroom is partially broken, leaving anyone outside a prime nighttime view inside the whole apartment. Our best time was outside the room on the cliff, looking out at the ocean. I could find no way to contact anyone about any of these issues, as check-in and out are done online, with no other communication options. Also, the pictures to book the room look like you can walk out the back door right onto the sand. Nope! It's down a cliff.
- Lewis (4/5): - the ocean view could of been nice,but my room had a broken blind with no view. will not stay again !
- Jennifer (10/5): - The Oceanfront Inn is a hidden gem on California’s Lost Coast. The views are absolutely breathtaking—you can watch whales, sea lions, and sunsets right from your room. Everything was spotless, comfortable, and thoughtfully done, with a peaceful vibe that makes it easy to relax and unwind. A perfect place to escape, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of Shelter Cove.
- Geoffrey W (10/5): - No reception person on property but available by phone.
- Milena (10/5): What a view! - What a view we had from the back door of the room! There are chairs and a small table overlooking the black sands beach and ocean. Very peaceful. There were seal lions and birds on the nearby rocks. It's a great place to relax. The room was very comfortable and clean with all the expected amenities. The hotel also has a small restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch, but not every day, I think.
- jamie (10/5): - We had the whole place to ourselves... it was the most amazing scenery, and I will be back next year!!!!
- Tina (8/5): My night at Shelter Cove - We stayed in the jacuzzi room with balcony. Room was nice and clean, balcony view was great, and the Jacuzzi tub in the room was perfect for warming up after being in the cold. The place needs a little maintenance on the exterior, our bathroom sink was old and outdated with cracks in it. It didn’t have a drain cover so you could see down the drain at the mold build up in the pipe, which was a little gross for me. The biggest issue was the drive to the place. It’s 22 miles off Hwy 1, but the road is very slow and winding. Wasn’t able to drive very fast and it took at least an hour or more to get there and then back to the highway the next morning. There was a nice coffee shop on the floor level with some pretty good pastries.
- Jerry (6/5): - Amazing location. Scary as hell road in and out. Room was nice. Communication with management was horrible. Shades in room we're broken and in some cases missing.
- Vishwanath (8/5): - Good properly
- Verified traveler (4/5): Mediocre at best - Hotel is mediocre, towels and linens are extremely cheap. The upstairs rooms do have a gorgeous ocean view. Paid for a King suite with Ocean view and hot tub. After checking in room did not have a hot tub, called manger and was notified that there’s only 2 rooms have hot tubs and those two were occupied. Had to explain that we should receive a refund since we paid extra and apparently they just book rooms that don’t exist. Restaurant downstairs is the best part about the hotel.
- kristen (10/5): - It was great for what we needed! Not fancy, but clean!
- Elise (10/5): - Nice room & lovely outdoor seating are overlooking the water - enjoyed our stay!
- Barbara (10/5): - Beautiful location and amazing views. Food at the coffee shop below is great.
- Amalie (8/5): - This inn is beautiful and the oceanfront room was amazing. There aren’t many amenities and the internet was slow but the sights made up for it and after you go through that treacherous drive to get there it is nice to have a quiet place to rest. The bed was somewhat comfortable. The water pressure wasn’t great. There was one restaurant open the afternoon we arrived so there want much of a choice. The cafe attached to the inn had pretty good breakfast. I would stay there again.
- Tobias (10/5): 5-star experience in a 3.5-star property - Shelter Cove is an absolute GEM, WAY off the beaten path. The hotel is in a prime location with beautiful views and direct access to black sands beaches, tide pools and even a lighthouse! The hotel is still being renovated, so it's not perfect. But the staff is helpful and the location is wonderful.
- Andrew (4/5): - The view to the ocean was world class. For 350+ per night, it would be nice for the balcony door to slide easily; maybe clean the bird poop splatters off the windows; and get improve the wifi situation so guests can use the TV and check their phones. I know this is a remote place, but the cafe downstairs has solid wifi 24/7 . We wished we had checked their password!
- Gary (2/5): - Made a reservation for a king bed with an ocean view and a jetted tub. Arrived to a Room on the ground, with no ocean view and no tub. It was unacceptable! Called the property manager and had to complain in order to get a room closer to what I reserved. It still didn’t have a jetted tub, I was told that’s all they had. They also sent me the door opening codes to two other guests rooms along with their room numbers. Room issues: leaky fridge, electric sounds/humming throughout the night, uncomfortable Bed, no jetted tub. Extremely slow wi-fi, streaming/devices were interrupted throughout stay. Management didn’t respond about making things right. Just charged me and didn’t respond to my feedback.
- Amy (10/5): What a View! - What a view! This hotel is not new and not perfect in terms of decor, but the price was great and the proximity to the water and the views were amazing. The cafe has really good food as well.
- raymond (6/5): Hotel in ok shape - The hotel is in a great location , the heater in room did not work, could not raise blinds to open windows, when got window open no screens.
- JulieAnna (10/5): - The room was very well kept and a few was absolutely gorgeous
- carl (10/5): 4 stars! - Last minute trip and this hotel had one room. When we arrived we had the code, checked in and were delighted by the view! High ceilings were nice as well!
- Trisha (10/5): - Amazing view, affordable and great hospitality! The coffee shop below is absolutely amazing too!!!
- veronica (10/5): - Excellent!
- Glenn (8/5): - The room was right on the ocean. It was peaceful and the views were spectacular
- Shawana (2/5): Horrible view - We booked a panoramic oceanview room and got a room that had a view of a dead tree and bushes and a patio with chairs and BBQ. We also choose to pay at hotel and they charged our card the day before arrival.
- Christopher (10/5): - Such a beautiful place, great room options and staff was super friendly
- Mason (6/5): - The property needs repair. No screens on the windows or the sliding door so we could t leave them open without bugs. The furniture needs to be updated, and the appliances. The Wifi went out, so we had no phone or TV. Usually not a problem but we had come off of a backpacking trip and just wanted to veg out. The upside is that the cafe downstairs is AMAZING! Not associated, but check it out if you are in the area.
- Greg (10/5): - Repeat guest!
- Gerald (10/5): - Great location, clean and easy check-in.
- richard (10/5): - Fantastic location
- Gary (8/5): - Beautifully situated ocean front rooms, with great big jetted tubs
- Anne (10/5): - The ocean view from our room was incredible. The room was large and very nice. We really enjoyed staying here
- mindy (8/5): - There were no second locks on the door, and the slider door didn’t lock at all, safety concern. The property and view was beautiful! The room itself was clean and very nice! The coffee house below was phenomenal! The drive in and out will keep us away, sad but true. Also there was never a person in the office.
- AMBER D (4/5): - Would not recommend
- Leslie (10/5): Beautiful view! - Clean, comfortable room with an amazing view of the ocean?
- MARIA (10/5): - We stayed at the Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove for one night because we didn’t know what to expect. Now we need to comeback and stay a few more nights! What a gorgeous location and beautiful property! We loved it all! Your accommodations were great. They are not kidding by saying oceanfront… the waves were 30 feet from our balcony! We had a beautiful corner room with windows on 2 sides and enjoyed watching the sunset sitting on our balcony. We used the Keurig, microwave, refrigerator, and space heater and all worked out great. The bed was very comfortable and, specially after soaking in the hot tub in the room for a while, we slept like babies!! We didn’t use the restaurant this time, but will do next time we come back for more days! Thanks again for a wonderful stay!!
- Mark (8/5): Shelter Cove ocean view room - Drive to shelter Cove was brutal. Location of hotel was good but the description of the room was inaccurate. Panoramic view was parking lot, front lawn and large pine tree. Ocean view was seen when standing in a certain spot in the room and observing a small wedge of ocean. The room was clean and comfortable but overall disappointing.
- Kelsey (10/5): Relaxing! - Loved the ocean view and the jacuzzi tub!
- Russell (8/5): - The champagne was actually sparkling cider not champagne, the balcony door had mould and didn’t open or close properly. One of the blinds didn’t close and when we turned the hot tub on a huge dust bunny flew out of one of the jets.
- MARK (10/5): - All good!
- Jeff (10/5): Great seaside hotel - We used this hotel for the starting and stoping point of our 26-mile hike on the Lost Coast. It was a wonderfully charming spot with amazing views. The rooms were lean and well supplied, and the process was managed very well. We also had breakfast at the cafe after our hike, and we loved the food, coffee, and the service. Highly recommend.
- Mary (10/5): - Exceptional location and accommodations! Liked the text for check in. Fast and easy. Would recommend this property for a great stay!
- Rebecca (10/5): Seals on Rocks. - Great views of the beach. Really comfortable beds. Great shower. Parking was easy. Great little place for breakfast in the morning. The seals on the rock beach were a bonus!
- Edward (10/5): - The view was beautiful! The downstairs coffee shop was perfect and it was walkable to most other restaurants. It was perfect!
- Sarah (10/5): - Very nice property - Cafe downstairs is phenomenal!
- Verified traveler (6/5): - The hotel is a bit run down. Front door was half painted, lots of things are rusty and weathered, the slider is very difficult to operate. The bed is hard and old, the pillows are flat. The heater on the wall does not work so you get to use a small space heater. Redeeming qualities are the location, just leave the slider open and listen to the waves. Also, the jacuzzi tub is pretty awesome.
- Frazor (8/5): - Beautiful coastline. Dated hotel but exquisite access to views and beach. The self checkin is a bit of an issue as not all the codes are getting sent with the welcome emails. But the staff are friendly and the food otoios in the community, including the coffee shop, are excellent. But ultimately it’s all about the unparalleled scenery!
- Barry (6/5): Don’t stay here - First of all the photos of the property shown on the website must be 20 years old. The building itself is very worn looking actually close to shabby. The room accommodation itself is minimalist. The television was impossible to operate. I never was able to get anything but the golf channel.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Worth to drive so far - This is a speacial place for a relaxing get away.
- Joseph (10/5): - Beautiful views. Really great the surf point restaurant is built into the inn.
- Rhonda (10/5): - Wow! I loved it here with ocean view!!! Comfy bed and very clean! We highly recommend to bring your own food because there aren’t that many choices, and there is no grocery store! But with the ocean and deer everywhere, it makes up for it! Service was fabulous!!!
- Julie (10/5): - The ocean is right outside. Great balcony to enjoy the waves breaking right there!!! We didn’t want to leave.
- Ruth (8/5): - I’m not sure repairs have taken place in a while. Heater did not work and toilet plugged up.
- Zachary (10/5): - Absolutely beautiful area, and the oceanfront in is a fantastic place to stay. It was clean and comfy, plus the first flore is a cafe restaurant with incredible food ! I will absolutely be back!
- Dylan (10/5): Fantastic Stay - Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove was the perfect place for us to stay in Shelter Cove. While the outside is unassuming, the inside was very nice and larger than expected with first rate ocean views. Convienent location with a cafe on the ground level that puts you within walking distance to the golf course and brewery. Would defenitly recomment.
- Zach (10/5): - An absolutely wonderful place to stay! Will be returning in the future!
- Anna (4/5): - Old property for sure. Needs upgrades. Disty and basic
- Verified traveler (10/5): Simply amazing and breathtaking! - I had an amazing and relaxing time at the Oceanfront Inn. The view is simply breathtaking. My room was very clean, and it is well decorated. It is so quiet here, as well! No sounds of busy roads, just the sound of the Pacific. The drive on the winding mountain roads are well worth it! The Innkeeper Nickie is awesome. She called me right before I was ready to leave for my trip. She really accommodated me when the room I booked wasn't available- thank you again, Nickie! I will definitely be back, hopefully I can stay longer next time!
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Property is in a great location and that is worth 5 stars but, that doesn't count. There was a dirty towel behind the bathroom door. We had a great time the first night, but, as soon as below unit got visitors they had loud music and did smoke quite a lot, which somehow was entering our units even with the windows closed. The unit also does NOT have a HVAC system, and there was only one space heater, which should be 2, for the bedroom and for the living area. The gas heater in the living room wasn't working. The unit was super clean, kitchen and bathroom were nice. There was nobody at the office whenever I was there, maybe I had bad luck. but we resolved our concerns over the phone. Outside the Unit 1 and 2 door there is a lot of trash or stuff just sitting there, looking bad., and it is near the dumpsters which also look bad there without a wall or hide. The location as I said was great and the furniture and kitchen also had everything we needed. thank you.
- Hannah (10/5): - Very clean, beautiful views, and the cafe is also amazing!
- Teresa (4/5): - This is not our first time staying here and last year was amazing. This year we arrived to find no working furnace. I texted the inn keeper as they arent physically present and was advised to go down to the unlocked small closet and get a space heater. I plugged the space heater in and it smelled like it wanted to catch on fire and then stopped working. I got a second one and it worked very well. The smoke detector is removed from the room and the refrigerator froze all of our food including half gallon juice containers. The inn keepers quarters have rotted tarps on the roof and the stairwell to the right is rotted so water pours through as you go up and down the stairs. The contactless check in is less than desireable as when i went to get more shower towels all that was in the bin was cleaned doggie or dirty towels. All of the directory information for the cove was removed. The binder with restaurant menus and trails was no longer there. I will say that the restaurant below, surf point coffee, was amazing as it was last year. We made the best of what was super lacking compared to last year. Indont know what happened to previous inn keeper, but now there is a new one and she was responsive to me via phone, but it seemed like her hands were tied. The owners of the building have alot of work to do. The buildings envelope needs serious help and closure.
- Eric (2/5): F-. Do it yourself check in service sucked - Asked for 2 rooms with 2 double beds Got a double and a King. Told to bad Hotels.com fault
- Allison (8/5): - Amazing views, used the hot tub every day, clean and neatly decorated and so nice they allow dogs. Check in was super easy. Heater doesn't work but they provided a space heater in the room which left on heated up the room surprisingly well
- Hannah (10/5): - The view from the hotel was beautiful and the room was very clean and comfortable
- David (8/5): - The place was great in so many ways. The view and the beach and the sunset…. Just gorgeous. I never saw anyone who worked at the hotel. Apparently, ice is available in the office (according to the guide in the room), yet no one episode ever there, and there was nothing looking like a freezer. Again, the place is mostly great, just weird to never interact with a human once the booking was solid.
- John (10/5): - It’s the best hotel to go stay at in the area and my wife and I can’t wait to stay again.
- Shawn (10/5): - Great place on the shore. Be prepared for a bit of a trek to get there with limited restaurant options. Worth the drive for the setting.
- Greg (10/5): AWE MOMENTS - my wife and i spent two nights at this wonderful inn-(not long enough) we had an awesome stay enjoying the sea lions and seals playing and feeding out of our balcony perch-i highly recommend the drive-IT IS WELL WORTH IT!!
- Hanni (10/5): - Great stay, people were friendly and helpful, room was clean, water was hot, view was spectacular, & we loved the cafe at the hotel.
- Sherri (10/5): - The view was unbelievable. Check in was so friendly. Room was immaculate.
- Jose (10/5): - Amazing everything! Will be coming back!
- Scott (6/5): - Nice place on the water. Construction / maintenance being done.
- Jeff (8/5): - It you know Shelter Cove, then you’ll own enough that this is a great place to stay. It’s a different town than most. I have a strange affinity for it. Would stay here again.
- Stella (10/5): - Beautiful location
- Tom (4/5): - Ocean Front Inn looks great on line, but is not well maintained. Bedroom window shade would not drop. Dishwasher d was not working. View window onto ocean was very dirty. Check in was by envelope, but instructions did not include a map of the property. No grab bar in bathtub. The kitchen was well equipped with good appliances, a good selection of pots,, pans and kitchen tools, and good silverware., Refrigerator and stove were excellent.
- Darci (6/5): - This is my second stay inside of a month. The first time the room was as depicted on the internet. This time we were placed in the wheelchair accessible room. We did not request or reserve it. It was a shock when we entered. We had to contend with loud revealers from the bar during the night. My husband got up and opened the door and they moved on. Then at 6 am the kitchen crew in the adjacent restaurant came in and blasted their music so loud, the bass thumping kept us awake after that. Rough night 🙁
- Joseph (10/5): - Had a great time.
- Ella (6/5): - Blinds broken, could not shut for privacy. No heat. Hard to find. Nice view.
- Verified traveler (10/5): A Hidden Gem - Our family loved everything about our stay. We fell asleep to the sounds of the ocean, and woke up to seal, otter, dolphin, deer, and turkey vulture viewing from our balcony. The small restaurant/coffee shop was spectacular. You really can’t beat this place. We toured the small town and had no regrets about our choice. You must also go to the local brewery/restaurant in town. It has outdoor live music, games, and of course delicious food.
- Robert (2/5): - Let’s start with the positive- the view is exceptional. The Inn is very run down. My biggest complaint is upon entering the room, there was a horrible smell. Turns out it was a gas leak from the furnace. Yikes. The manager (?) walked me through shutting off the gas and provided a small electric heater. The balcony was dirty, the screen door was coming off, there is a cut PVC pipe used to lock the balcony slider. Etc.
- GINA (10/5): - Too quick…love Shelter Cove! Very peaceful and friendly.
- GINA (10/5): - Too quick…love Shelter Cove! Very peaceful and friendly.
- Andrey (10/5): - Came very late but was able to check in.
- Vivek (10/5): - Location was great. The room was clean. Access to shelter cove itself is through winding roads and made it an adventure, especially for folks from Texas.😊 There are no elevators, so make sure you are able to move your luggage up and down the stairs. Overall, an awesome experience.
- Doug (10/5): - Walls/floors pretty thin. Could easily hear the upstairs neighbors. Doors pretty loud.
- Wesley (8/5): - It was a cool experience, but too secluded fot us. We never saw anyone that worked at the hotel the whole time we were there. Had to call a number to get a code to get into our room. No one was there for checkout.
- Heather (10/5): Just breathtaking - Will never find a better view and can walk to a beautiful beach cove and whale watch. Truly magnificent! No AC, but not necessary with the ocean breezes. While town closes early, so bring food!
- Debbie (10/5): - Beautiful location and worth the drive!
- Jodi (8/5): - The property manager was so helpful and kind. The property itself needs a little TLC but the location is gorgeous, but be prepared for a narrow curvy road woth steep incline/decline. We saw seals, deer, a variety of birds, sea urchins, crabs. It was a pleasant stay.
- Thomas (10/5): - The road to get to this property is no joke! The write up on Shelter cove road is spot on. At the end of the road is a hidden gem. Black sand beaches, and quite a view. The property was going thru some renovations, but our room was spacious and clean. Open the door to your balcony, and the ocean is right there. Breakfast at the cafe was also very good, it’s not included with the room.
- Michael (10/5): - Incredible location, views, and amenities! And having the coffee shop/restaurant in the same building was the cherry on top. This was one of our most therapeutic vacations!
- Verified traveler (6/5): The View - Well, “under renovation” is true. Beds ok but sliding door broken, no screen door, microwave semi functional, coffee maker leaking. The view, outstanding! Watched a seal pup play in the surf from our balcony for an hour! The road to get there, roller coaster.. no end of excitement.
- Steve (10/5): - Great views of the ocean. Clean. Nice breakfast restaurant on the first floor
- Alexander (10/5): - Wonderful room with amazing view
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