The Ocean Shores

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Homer with free parking

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View from room
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View | Free WiFi
Exterior
Aerial view
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
3500 Crittenden Dr. , Homer, AK, 99603
  • Bishop's Beach
    6 min walk
  • Pratt Museum
    7 min walk
  • Bunnell Street Gallery
    9 min walk
  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    6 min drive

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Room options

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Beach View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Homer

The Ocean Shores places you within a 10-minute stroll of Bishop's Beach and Pratt Museum. The 38 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Bishop's Beach - 6 min walk
  • Bunnell Street Gallery - 9 min walk
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 12 min walk
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 4 min drive
  • Homer Spit - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Swell Taco - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fat Olive's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Ocean Shores

Beach motel in Homer with free parking
At The Ocean Shores, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. 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. This beach motel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and wardrobes or closets are also available.

Languages

English

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

  • 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • 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. 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

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 a free cancellation option available at The Ocean Shores?

The Ocean Shores offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around The Ocean Shores?

This motel in Homer is within a 10-minute walk of Bishop's Beach, Bunnell Street Gallery, and Pratt Museum. You'll also find Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Bunnell Street Arts Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Ocean Shores?

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

Does The Ocean Shores feature a casino?

No, The Ocean Shores doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ocean Shores?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does The Ocean Shores have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Ocean Shores have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Ocean Shores doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Ocean Shores allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Ocean Shores.

Does The Ocean Shores have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from The Ocean Shores?

The closest major airport to The Ocean Shores is Homer, AK (HOM), which is 2.6 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ocean Shores?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer either a balcony or a lanai where guests can enjoy ocean or mountain views.

The Ocean Shores Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 413 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 413 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 413 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 413 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 413 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner here is very friendly and more than accomodating. When we needed to check out a day early even after taking a shower after the room had been clean, she gave a complete refund. The room was exceptionally clean and the view beautiful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Judy B.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was clean and the bed fairly comfortable. The place is very dated and in need of an update. Not quite what I was expecting. Can walk or the beach which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you want the best view of the ocean, you must book a room in the lowest building. Other buildings have a view of the water partially obstructed by other buildings. Still a great view—you can see the mountains on the other side of the peninsula—but not quite what is pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean hotel close to Homer. The property was a little out dated but still very quiet and clean and had wonderful views. Laundry was convenient to do as well and the staff was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Helena

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a great place but we did reserve a ocean view online but didn't get it. We didn't want to complain. It was still a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy in Homer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with family
Jill and Mike provide guests with clean rooms, very comfortable beds, good coffee, and close to the Homer Spit. We were fortunate to have an incredible view from our room. Please note all the beautiful art in the room with artists I recognized. We would highly recommend Ocean Shores!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and the path leading to the Ocean. Fantastic Staff. Just a great place. Thank You for making our stay pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Fantastic views from our room windows!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athreya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, and a very warm chat with the owner, loved my time there!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite basic, close to where we needed to be early in the morning. Rather expensive for the time spent there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The unit was very clean and the staff very accommodating. The beds and pillows were very uncomfortable and old making sleep difficult. On the positive side we left a piece of luggage in the room and they were super helpful in getting it shipped back to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Olga, Plymouth

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This property needs some remodeling. It’s in good location with Beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jezico

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristy

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

10/10 Excellent

Daiva

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Ocean Shores when we're in Homer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla, Redfield

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, all needs are available in the room. Very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the ocean views from our balcony and the room amenities. Our room was bright and open and a delightful place to relax in between our comings and goings in Homer. Delightful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great bang for the buck without the discomfort of staying at a lesser place. Restaurant was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024