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The Ocean Shores

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Homer with free parking

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Outdoor dining
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View | Free WiFi
View from room
Property grounds
Exterior
The Ocean Shores provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Beach View

View from room

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Beach View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View | Free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Lanai
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Free WiFi

Standard Room, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
3500 Crittenden Dr. , Homer, AK, 99603

What's nearby

  • Bishop's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Homer Spit - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fat Olives - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Duncan House Diner - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Ocean Shores

Property highlights
The Ocean Shores provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ocean Shores offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ocean Shores Homer
Ocean Shores Hotel Homer
Ocean Shores Motel Homer
The Ocean Shores Motel
The Ocean Shores Homer
The Ocean Shores Motel Homer

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ocean Shores pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ocean Shores?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ocean Shores?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ocean Shores?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ocean Shores located?

With direct access to the beach, this Homer motel is within a 10-minute walk of Bishop's Beach, Pratt Museum, and Bunnell Street Gallery. Bunnell Street Arts Center and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Ocean Shores Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 512 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean view rooms and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners that were eager to help us out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check-in host was very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check-in till departure it was an excellent experience. The beach below to views to cleanliness and friendly staff it was a very good stay. Loved walking the beach at low tide.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, quiet, very conferable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of sea
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. I could lay on my bed and see the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was a nice surprise. It was spacious, clean and comfortable. The gentleman at the front desk was well of knowledge of the area and very interesting. We could have talked with him for hours!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

North shores hotel in Homer Alaska

Nice quick stay, friendly staff and check in was very efficient Rooms are clean with comfortable bedding, View of the pacific was amazing. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View was amazing. Room was clean and bed comfortable. Everything in working order.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. Great view of the bay and the mountains across it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting along the water.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Clean room. Enjoyed the back patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is spacious and I love how retro it is with decorations/microwave etc. The restaurant and coffee cart right there are amazing quality. Really the best feature is the beach trail down to Bishop’s Beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, friendly owner, & the location on the bay with its own beach is incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was near the beach in Homer. The rooms were manufactured housing in a long strip. It was quiet and comfortable. We stayed one night before our trip to Kodiak. It was close to the airport and the harbor. I would recommend and go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views and staff and rooms are top notch
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view is stunning. Ask for the ocean front building.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Clean comfy room. Unbelievable view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vishnuvardhanaraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and quiet place to stay with spectacular views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Glad we booked here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Homer. Clean and comfortable but the views of the sea are fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds good. Really could use a mirror in the room. Difficult for two people to get ready in the morning. Need More counter space in the room. Loved the deck and view. The sand cranes in the morning were a delight
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent beach view, great beach to pick up shells.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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