10/10 Excellent
Aimee
Oct 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Aimee
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
The Whale Watching Inn
2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Air conditioning
- Housekeeping
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
29266 Ellensburg Ave, Gold Beach, OR, 97444
- Event Center on the BeachPlace, Event Center on the Beach5 min walk
- Curry Historical SocietyPlace, Curry Historical Society5 min walk
- Gold Beach BooksPlace, Gold Beach Books17 min walk
Room options
View all photos for Beachfront Bungalow Ocean View King
Beachfront Bungalow Ocean View King
- 350 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
About the neighborhood
Gold Beach
Located within a 5-minute walk of Curry Historical Society, The Whale Watching Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Event Center on the Beach. The 9 rooms at this hotel include microwaves, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding.
What's nearby
- Event Center on the Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Curry Historical Society - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Gold Beach Books - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Collier Buffington Memorial Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Samuel H. Boardman State Park - 31 min drive - 23.4 miles
Getting around
- North Bend, OR (OTH-Southwest Oregon Regional) - 107 min drive
Restaurants
- Port Hole Cafe - 3 min drive
- Sunset Family Pizza - 19 min walk
- Groundling Pizza Co. - 5 min drive
- La Casita del Oro - 8 min walk
- Barnacle Bistro - 2 min drive
About this property
The Whale Watching Inn
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
At The Whale Watching Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Microwaves are also standard.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Family friendly
- In-room microwave
- Mini-fridge
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- On the beach
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
More
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- There are no elevators.
- No cribs or infant beds are available.
- No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Property is also known as
The Whale Watching Inn Hotel
The Whale Watching Inn Gold Beach
The Whale Watching Inn Hotel Gold Beach
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of The Whale Watching Inn?
This hotel is located in Gold Beach, a short 16-minute walk from Gold Beach Books and also 5 minutes on foot from Curry Historical Society. You'll also find Rogue River and Otter Point State Recreation Site within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at The Whale Watching Inn?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.
Does The Whale Watching Inn include a casino on the premises?
No, The Whale Watching Inn doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at The Whale Watching Inn?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.
What do couples enjoy most about The Whale Watching Inn?
Couples staying at this beachfront hotel will appreciate amenities such as premium bedding in each guestroom with ocean views in some.
Are there hot tubs at The Whale Watching Inn?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.
Does The Whale Watching Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
No, The Whale Watching Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.
Will The Whale Watching Inn allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at The Whale Watching Inn.
Are there connecting rooms at The Whale Watching Inn?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Whale Watching Inn?
Yes, every guestroom at The Whale Watching Inn comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.
Reviews
The Whale Watching Inn Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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10/10
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10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
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Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Elena
Business traveler
Sep 24, 2025
This was the worst experience I’ve ever had using Hotels.com. As a single female traveler, I spent a lot of time researching a safe place where I could rest during a long drive. Instead, I arrived at the GPS location only to find no sign of the property at all.
After several frustrating calls—one went to a property management office that was already closed—I finally reached another hotel’s front desk. Only then did I learn that they were handling check-in for this place. (Much later I found a separate email with instructions, but I never saw it in time since I was on the road.None of these details were shared in the actual App)
The front desk explained that the property was brand new, partially under construction, and that I would be the only guest on-site. I was shocked. Following their directions, I drove through an unfinished building site in total darkness until I reached a cluster of bungalows with no lights, no staff, and no security. As a woman traveling alone, it felt extremely unsafe.
I didn’t even get out of the car. Instead, I immediately contacted the property to decline the room and booked a nearby motel where I felt safe.
Elena
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Room comfort
Brand new unit with private patio with unobstructed view of Pacific Ocean. Very modern and clean furnishings.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy
Aug 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice ocean views
We actually stayed at the Pacific Reef property because the property wasn’t ready yet. We stayed in one of the condos that overlooked the ocean and it was really nice. You can easily walk down to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Cathy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025