Comfortable 4.7-rated Grey Whale Inn motel offers 5 simple suites with kitchenettes and fireplaces, steps from Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock.
Guests appreciate the quiet, convenient location steps from the beach, combined with cozy, well-kept suites featuring thoughtful touches like kitchenettes and fireplaces.
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Grey Whale Inn is a small, cozy motel located just a minute's walk from Cannon Beach's sandy shore. The property offers five simple suites, some equipped with kitchenettes and fireplaces, providing a comfortable and practical stay for those seeking beachfront access without extensive amenities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and parking, with kid-friendly facilities and direct beach access enhancing the experience.
Set in a quiet neighborhood, the inn benefits from its close proximity to local attractions such as Haystack Rock, Ecola State Park, and Hug Point. It is also conveniently positioned near public transportation, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. Portland International Airport is about a 1 hour 44 minute drive away, serving travelers arriving by air.
Guest reviews highlight the peaceful atmosphere and cleanliness of the rooms, with several mentioning the convenience of kitchenettes and the comfort of the fireplaces. The presence of friendly resident cats and occasional wildlife add to the inn’s charm. While the property lacks a restaurant, pool, and fitness center, its straightforward setup appeals to visitors looking for a quiet beach retreat rather than full-service accommodations.
With check-in at 3 PM and check-out by 11 AM, the motel suits travelers prioritizing a low-key, uncomplicated stay. The simple Cape Cod-style appearance, combined with the quiet setting and easy beach access, makes Grey Whale Inn a practical choice for families and visitors wanting to experience Cannon Beach without large crowds.
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I found this place on Airbnb. It was exactly what I wanted. No tourists, quiet enough to hear the waves, half a block to the sand. I loved having the kitchenette to have all my meals there. Very cozy and clean.
Quaint, beautiful location, 100 yards from the beach, easy access with only 15 or so steps down to the sand. Recently remodeled room all new everything goose down pillows and comforter will keep you warm at night.
A great place to stay in a quiet neighborhood right by the beach but away from crowds. Their are also adorable cats the walk around the property and are very friendly. Rooms are very well kept, and a very lovely couple runs this inn. You may also see a heard of elk come right by the property and are extremely fun to look at!
A great experience. A quiet area away from the crowds with direct access to beach. I have to say the shower alone was worth the stay, as well as the super comfy bed.
an excellent place to stay in Cannon Beach. Owners are very sweet and the place is very tidy. Several cats roam around the inn and are very friendly. The walk to the beach is very short and the view is amazing. Sunset is beautiful amd campfires are a lot of fun. Definitely a must when visiting Cannon Beach :)
Basically on the beach, and not the busy part. Beautiful view of haystack rock. Vintage vcr collection with free movie rentals for the room. Nice mini kitchen. I will stay here again. A peaceful and wonderful place.
A lovely very sweet couple run this small motel, it's cute clean & close to the beach. The resident kitty is also adorable. Had a really great visit!
This was a very wonderful stay. The room is clean and wonderful with more supplies than we expected! The gas fireplace made keeping our room warm easy! The ocean is just close enough to go and hang out, but just far enough that you don't hear they waves very much. There was a kitty outside who loves to be pet, you'll have to keep an eye out because it comes and goes. The outlets are kind of confusing and some of them required the light switch to be on to conduct power. There could have been some extra cleaning done behind things. Lastly, the price was great for what you get! There were more amenities than we expected including, a stove, silverware, dishes and soap. If you want quiet, convinient and relaxing, this is you're place!
This Cape Cod-style inn is a minute's walk from sandy Cannon Beach, 2.3 miles from Cannon Beach History Center & Museum and 5.3 miles from Ecola State Park. It's also a 4-minute walk from the nearest bus stop.
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