The Ocean Shores

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Homer with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
3500 Crittenden Dr. , Homer, AK, 99603
  • Bishop's Beach
    6 min walk
  • Pratt Museum
    7 min walk
  • The Kannery
    3 min walk
  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    6 min drive

Room options

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Beach View

Highlights

Lanai
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Homer

At The Ocean Shores you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Bishop's Beach and Pratt Museum. Highlights at this beach motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Homer motel include Bunnell Street Gallery and Bunnell Street Arts Center.

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
The Ocean Shores offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Homer motel.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Ocean Shores offers 38 accommodations. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Homer motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Ocean Shores Homer
Ocean Shores Hotel Homer
Ocean Shores Motel Homer
The Ocean Shores Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ocean Shores?

The Ocean Shores offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Ocean Shores?

Yep, The Ocean Shores has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Ocean Shores?

Yep, The Ocean Shores is a short 6-minute walk from Bishop's Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ocean Shores?

No, The Ocean Shores does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ocean Shores?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ocean Shores?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Travelled 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

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

8/10 Good

Judy B.

Travelled 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

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

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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