The Ocean Shores

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Homer with free parking

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Aerial view
Terrace/patio
Free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

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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

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
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 12 min walk
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 4 min drive
  • Homer Spit - 5 min drive
  • Homer Harbor - 10 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.

Will I be able to park 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.

Are there hot tubs at The Ocean Shores?

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

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ocean Shores?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies 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.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Connie

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend!
What a beautiful view and a clean and quiet room. We enjoyed two nights here and would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Let be this place with its great ocean and Mountain View’s.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it. Only thing was we had loud people upstairs so we heard everything but other than that great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit noisy upstairs but otherwise pretty good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Homey
Check in was easy. Owner gave us an upgraded room because we arrived before a tour group. Basic accomodations, but we came to see bears, not hang out at the hotel. There's a restaurant nearby, but very noisy. There's also a trail down to the rocky beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debashis, Fremont

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and beach accessible from the hotel's backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do check out this sweet spot!
What a gem of a hotel is Ocean Shores in Homer, Alaska! I can't say enough about the comfort, cleanliness and friendliness of this place. In addition it's located right along the shore. Our room had the cutest deck with chairs. The price is reasonable, too. Ocean Shores . . . one of the highlights of our trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean Shores provides a very clean and safe environment. It is quaint with a comfortable local vibe and decor. The landscaping and summer flowers are beautiful and there is an excellent view of Kachemak Bay with an easy access trail to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenjuan, Longwood

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Very clean. Beautiful views! Spacious room.
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

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
Thin walls, I was awakened by sounds of plumbing, walking and conversations in the next room. Comfortable Clean beds. No electric vehicle charging available. Wonderful flowers at the office
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
The Ocean Shore is extremely nice the room large and comfortable and the view, wow we had a balcony to sit and enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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