Collier Buffington Memorial Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Samuel H. Boardman State Park - 23 min drive - 38.0 km
Getting around
North Bend, OR (OTH-Southwest Oregon Regional) - 107 min drive
Restaurants
Groundling Pizza Co. - 5 min drive
Arch Rock Brewing Co. - 2 min drive
Gold Beach BBQ - 10 min walk
The Landing North - 4 min drive
Barnacle Bistro - 2 min drive
About this property
The Whale Watching Inn
Enjoy your visit to Gold Beach with a stay at The Whale Watching Inn. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
What to do
On the beach
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Deck or patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
The Whale Watching Inn Hotel
The Whale Watching Inn Gold Beach
The Whale Watching Inn Hotel Gold Beach
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Whale Watching Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Whale Watching Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Whale Watching Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Does The Whale Watching Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a deck or patio.
What's the area around The Whale Watching Inn like?
The Whale Watching Inn is a short 16-minute walk from Gold Beach Books and 5 minutes' walk from Curry Historical Society.
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Reviews
The Whale Watching Inn Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Amenities
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Staff & service
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Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Nice ocean views
We actually stayed at the Pacific Reef property because the property wasn’t ready yet. We stayed in one of the condos that overlooked the ocean and it was really nice. You can easily walk down to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Brand new unit with private patio with unobstructed view of Pacific Ocean. Very modern and clean furnishings.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
We were so surprised! The room was a brand new unit with a nice little balc
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Sep 24, 2025
This was the worst experience I’ve ever had using Hotels.com. As a single female traveler, I spent a lot of time researching a safe place where I could rest during a long drive. Instead, I arrived at the GPS location only to find no sign of the property at all.
After several frustrating calls—one went to a property management office that was already closed—I finally reached another hotel’s front desk. Only then did I learn that they were handling check-in for this place. (Much later I found a separate email with instructions, but I never saw it in time since I was on the road.None of these details were shared in the actual App)
The front desk explained that the property was brand new, partially under construction, and that I would be the only guest on-site. I was shocked. Following their directions, I drove through an unfinished building site in total darkness until I reached a cluster of bungalows with no lights, no staff, and no security. As a woman traveling alone, it felt extremely unsafe.
I didn’t even get out of the car. Instead, I immediately contacted the property to decline the room and booked a nearby motel where I felt safe.