The Best Oregon Coast Hotels

The Headlands Lodge and Spa is an upscale choice, yet deftly manages to avoid the pretentious feel of other properties in this category. Perhaps it’s because the hotel places guests right in the heart of nature, on the North Coast of Oregon. It also sits at the base of Cape Kiwanda, and a sunrise or sunset hike up this steep 250-foot-tall sandstone headland overlooking the Pacific is an epic way to start or end any day.

Each of the 33 Oceanfront Lodge guest rooms and 18 spacious Oceanfront Cottages has a view of the ocean and Haystack Rock. (Note: the more famous of Oregon’s two Haystack Rocks is found at Cannon Beach, but this one is taller.) You can watch the waves from your private balcony or walk straight down to the adjacent beach—at certain times of the day, you can access tidepools brimming with starfish, mussels and other sea creatures patiently waiting for the waters to return. Stop by the Adventure Center to borrow any gear you might need, from trekking poles and binoculars to trail maps and beach chairs.

You know you’re in for a great stay when you’re handed a glass of bubbles upon arrival. The creature comforts don’t stop there at the Bowline Hotel, which has been morphed from a fish cannery into a modern, boutique hotel space. Luxe-level rooms have private balconies, soaking tubs, walk-in showers, and a fireplace, not to mention Grown Alchemist bath products, memory foam mattresses, and local artwork. 

Speaking of creatures, light sleepers may find the resident sea lions’ frequent barking disruptive, but you’ll get killer footage of them up-close and personal, which makes for a great Instagram post. The Knot Bar serves Scandinavian-inspired and sustainably sourced breakfast, lunch and dinner aside from craft cocktails, and room service is available for all hotel guests.

When it comes to gastronomy, Stephanie Inn shines. Guests begin each day with a complimentary gourmet chef’s plated breakfast filled with savory and sweet entrée options (think: lemon curd-stuffed French toast with Grande Marnier strawberries and smoked salmon Benedict with brown butter Hollandaise), house-baked pastries, and locally roasted coffee. The Stephanie Inn Dining Room is one of just seven coastal restaurants to earn an Oregon Wine A-List restaurant designation. Every evening, the chef uses local ingredients at the peak of their season to create a prix fixe, five-course dinner complemented by a bottle from the cellar of exceptional Oregon wines. From baked salmon with zucchini to fresh oysters, the restaurant features the local produce, preparing it with inventive techniques and fresh flavors.

There are oceanfront, mountain view, carriage house, and specialty suites that all feature gas fireplaces, Aveda products, and a kitchenette. Some rooms even come with a jacuzzi tub with ocean views. Note that the property is pet- and smoke-free, and welcomes children aged 12 and older. 

Surrounded by gorgeous Siletz Bay and just 10 miles from the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse, Salishan Spa & Golf Resort is a retreat for active guests. Visitors can play a round on the 18-hole golf course that winds through the forest and along the Oregon Coast shore, hike miles of nearby trails, or explore Gleneden Beach via the private access trail from the resort. There are also tennis courts, an aerial park, an indoor pool and hot tub, year-round tennis center, bike skills course, and the Salishan Spa. Your Lodge Amenity Fee provides access to beach cruisers, preferred tee times, Peloton bikes, covered parking, Tesla charging stations, and the tennis courts. 

Once you’ve worked up an appetite, head to Provisions Market for coffee, smoothies, small plates and sandwiches. For a more substantial meal with sunset views, The Attic offers northwest microbrews, Oregon wines, flatbreads, and pasta. Guest rooms have balcony views of nearby forests and of the golf course, and all come with a fireplace, an upholstered seating area, a mini-refrigerator, and Keurig coffee maker. 

Wake up to a spectacular view of Haystack Rock each morning, at The Ocean Lodge, located right on beautiful Cannon Beach. You’ll also wake up to a complimentary breakfast, which includes an assortment of pastries, fruit, yogurt, and cereals. 

There are 37 oceanfront studios and suites in the main lodge, and non-view rooms were remodeled in 2021 to include new bathrooms and updated furnishings (the oceanfront rooms were remodeled a few years earlier). Pets are welcome and will receive a special basket upon arrival; there’s also a dog wash station on the front lawn and treats in the lobby. 

Speaking of the lobby, it’s cozily decorated with repurposed hardwood floors, a massive wood-burning fireplace, and Douglas fir beams. And bibliophiles will find their happy place in the lodge’s library, complete with its own fireplace and an impressive collection of books.

It’s thrilling to have a front-row seat to the fascinating comings and goings of ships on a working river, and every room of the Cannery Pier Hotel and Spa delivers that spectacular view via a private balcony. Each guest room was updated in 2022 to feature the latest technology, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, and clawfoot or jetted tub overlooking the waterfront. And guests are welcomed with a tray of goodies, such as chocolates, a coffee and tea station, and glass water carafe. 

Learn more about the hotel’s roots and Astoria’s role as the former salmon canneries capital of the world at the onsite Hall of History, an installation that includes stories, photos, and videos to connect guests to the region. Borrow the hotel’s cruiser bicycles to explore the area, or take advantage of the vintage chauffeured car service. And make time to visit the onsite spa for a soothing massage or facial, in addition to the traditional Finnish sauna (swimsuits are required).

When was the last time you stayed in a romantic lighthouse keeper’s cottage? Probably never, and it’s time to rectify that. There aren't many bad views along the Oregon Coast, but for one of the most dramatic coastal views and a little solitude, couples should book a room at Heceta House. The Heceta Head Lighthouse and Light Keeper’s home were built circa 1894, and both are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Each of the six rooms comes with cozy down duvets on queen beds, antique furnishings, and a decadent seven-course breakfast that lasts about 90 minutes each morning (and the menu changes daily). 

Guests can take a nighttime walk to the lighthouse to take in all of the stars or check out the antique Fresnel lens that casts its beams 21 miles out to sea. The three-sided porch of the main house has 180-degree views of historic Cape Creek bridge, Heceta Lighthouse, and the Pacific Ocean, making it an ideal place for enjoying the complimentary wine and cheese social hour each evening. To dial up the romance, add on a picnic basket full of local goodies for a lunchtime treat, order flowers, bubbles and truffles to the room, or plan a customized proposal with rose petals and candles.