Castaway by the Sea Motel
Located on Oregon's coast, this motel has 13 non-smoking rooms and a vacation rental for larger groups. It offers a good view of the ocean and surrounding scenic spots. Guests can use the Wi-Fi Internet access in the motel rooms but not at the vacation rental. Except for the two standard guest rooms, all other rooms have sun porches with ocean views. Guests can surf or wind surf at Paradise Point Beach or fish and dive at the lakes and rivers nearby. Stop by Humbug Mountain State Park and other parks within the village for hiking, biking and outdoor activities. There are also various art galleries, golf courses and restaurants that offer a variety of cuisine. The hotel accepts small pets in a kennel for a fee.
Castaway by the Sea Motel
545 5th St.
Port Orford, OR 97465
(541) 332-4502
castawaybythesea.com
Sea Crest Motel
All 18 rooms in this motel have views of the ocean, because it is perched atop cliffs overlooking the blue expanse. Each room has basic amenities plus free premium channels and local calls. In March, kite flying is a popular endeavor, and May welcomes waterfront sports such as kayaking, surfing and diving. Hiking to Humbug Mountain and cycling the Highway 101 bike trail are also among the many activities guests can engage in at this pet-friendly property.
Sea Crest Motel
44 Highway 101 South
Port Orford, OR 97465
(541) 332-3040
seacrestoregon.com
Shoreline Motel
Another lodging facility within the coastal village of Port Orford, Ore., is the Shoreline Motel, which offers rooms that are fully carpeted and have parking awnings and walk-in showers. Most rooms are non-smoking, and the property allows animals for a minimal fee (as of January 2010). Guests can walk to the nearby Battle Rock Park to admire the beach, or they can stroll to nearby Paula's Bistro or to The Crazy Norwegian's Fish-n-Chips for a meal. Outdoor activities include waterfront sports such as scuba diving, whale watching, fishing and surfing. For those wishing to stay on land, tour some of the local art galleries, bike, hike, or enjoy many more recreational activities.
The Shoreline Motel
206 6th St. Hwy. 101
Port Orford, OR 97465
(541) 332-2903
theshorelinemotel.net
Article Written By Edward Perry
Edward Perry has been a freelance writer since 2006. His articles appear on Trails, eHow, and in "USA Today." Edward holds a Bachelor of Science in psychobiology from University of California, Los Angeles, and a Master of Business Administration from New York University.
