Van Riper's Resort

2.0 star property
Motel in Sekiu with a marina

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Stylish two-story building with a flat roof and balcony, featuring a central entrance and wooden staircase.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
280 Front Street, Sekiu, WA, 98381
  • Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Slip Point Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Clallam Bay Corrections Center
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Penthouse, Bay View (2 queen and 1 double bed)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Suite, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, Bay View (1 queen, 1 double, and 1 twin bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bay View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Bedroom (1 double and 1 twin bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room, 1 Bedroom (1 queen bed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Sekiu

Van Riper's Resort places you within a few miles (5 km) of Clallam Bay Spit County Park and Clallam Bay Corrections Center. This 12-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like a marina and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Slip Point Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Clallam Bay Corrections Center - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Chito Beach - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Shipwreck Point - 15 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Breakwater Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Clallam Bay Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪By the Bay Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Strait Shots Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater Inn - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Van Riper's Resort

Motel in Sekiu with a marina
Van Riper's Resort features a marina and a convenience store. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Marina

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 15 percent destination fee will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Van Riper's Resort Sekiu
Van Riper's Sekiu
Van Riper's
Van Ripers Hotel
Van Riper's Resort Motel
Van Riper's Resort Sekiu
Van Riper's Resort Motel Sekiu

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Van Riper's Resort?

This motel is located in Sekiu, close to Clallam Bay Corrections Center, Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site, and Clallam Bay Spit County Park. Slip Point Lighthouse is also within a driving distance of 2.9 mi.

Will I be able to park at Van Riper's Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Van Riper's Resort include a casino on the premises?

No, Van Riper's Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Van Riper's Resort?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Van Riper's Resort a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a marina plus some guestrooms include kitchens and bay views.

Does Van Riper's Resort have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Van Riper's Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Van Riper's Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Van Riper's Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Van Riper's Resort.

Does Van Riper's Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Van Riper's Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at Van Riper's Resort offer a balcony and may feature bay views.

Van Riper's Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 253 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Out of the way stay in Sekiu

Rather a spartan place but clean and warm-meant for the fishing crowd for sure. Very quiet little place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Our 2 small rooms (bedroom and kitchenette) were very clean and appeared recently painted/decorated. Each room has a window; each window looks at another nearby part of the hotel, despite being only 100 feet from the bay. There are few lodging options in the area, outside the summer season. There is also an unexpected "reservation fee." Consider your choices carefully.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Molly

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Claudine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We did not see any staff except the maids for about 10 mins. The space was very small, but thats ok. We spent our time sightseeing n just used the space to sleep. The sunrise n sunset views are beautiful n majestic. Everything around this small town closed really early, around 5:00pm. Get everything you need before then or bring it with you. The best thing is it is right next to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room had a bad smell. Like someone was smoking couple of minutes before I go there. Pillows had some fur or hair. Lock didn’t work properly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Erica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was great unless you have kids. We had a 2y/o and everyone there was up at 4am yelling and stomping around and the floors were paper thin. The people above us woke up fighting and then loud trucks at 5am it was awful. But very clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our visit. Beautiful sunrise, fun to watch the fishing boats come and go. We stopped here as a midway point for exploring the peninsula. Value was good, we had a great room upstairs at the end facing marina. Kitchenette that we forgot to prep to use. A fishing town, so not fancy but was comfortable, clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect I will definitely be back thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed the quiet charm and friendly hospitality of this hotel in a stunning part of the state. The people were helpful and friendly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nicer than what we were expecting!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very clean & cozy

I was hesitant when we pulled up to the property. It's older and it a little fishing bay. But the room was VERY clean, and I am picky about cleanliness. It's older, so there is rust and weird caulk in places but it was so clean. It is also really cozy. I wanted to go somewhere else with a bigger bed for me, my husband, but it was fine. The TV is in the kitchen, so no watching TV in bed, but it was really nice to be at a place that felt comfy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great litttle fishing town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Usama

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is set in a quaint town with very nice and hospitable people. The view from our unit was spectacular. Looking at the water across to Canada and fishing boats on the water was a very scenic view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a basic hotel with nothing fancy. Our double-bed room had a kitchenette, breakfast table and very small shower. It is in a very small fishing village.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gay

Traveled with family
Scenery is great. Right on the water, and we saw several bald eagles. Room is rustic with a full kitchen. It was very peaceful, with quiet time at 10:00 pm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ross

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet place, old rooms but clean enough. Beautiful spot to exist
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice local spot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was easy to book and the staff let us in late at nite and we fished in the morning and checked out no problem and the manager gave me a great price on the room thanks guys
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Bremerton

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are very accommodating we enjoyed our stay! Friendly staff and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024