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The Ocean Shores

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Homer motel

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3500 Crittenden Dr. , Homer, AK, 99603
  • Place, Bishop's Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Homer Spit
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi

Standard Room, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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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)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Beach View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Homer

Steps from the beach.Your stay at this Homer motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Bishop's Beach and Pratt Museum. Bunnell Street Gallery and Bunnell Street Arts Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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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
  • ‪Fat Olives - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Captains Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Champagne Palace - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Ocean Shores

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Homer motel
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 refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Homer motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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

How close is The Ocean Shores to the airport?

The Ocean Shores is 2.6 mi (6-min drive) away from the Homer, AK (HOM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Ocean Shores have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ocean Shores.

How close is The Ocean Shores to the beach?

This motel is a short 6-minute walk from Bishop's Beach and 5.3 mi (9-min drive) from Homer Split Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ocean Shores offer free breakfast?

The Ocean Shores does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Ocean Shores?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Ocean Shores?

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

Is there free parking at The Ocean Shores?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Ocean Shores have a pool?

The Ocean Shores does not have a pool.

Does The Ocean Shores have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Ocean Shores to downtown Homer?

The Ocean Shores is 0.5 mi away from Homer.

Reviews

The Ocean Shores Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 337 out of 508 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 508 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 508 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 508 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 508 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID, Delta Junction

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G., gunnison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful view and comfortable large room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View of the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this stay! Would 100% recommend. Close access to the beach. Beautiful views. Kid friendly. Very clean rooms and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the view and the staff was very helpful and friendly. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 3 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

Kenneth

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an extremely well maintained property that beams with owner pride.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

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

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location near the waterfront, easy to find and access. Disappointed that there are cheep blinds on the window that doesn’t block out the light when the summer daylight is an issue. Our room also needs a shower head.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy K

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Booked through Expedia and paid extra for a balcony with ocean view. I suppose we could see the ocean, but they first put us in a handicapped room and said I’d “booked that,” I hadn’t. And begrudgingly moved us to another room, still not with the view I paid extra for. Very disappointed. The worst part of the trip by far. There are other hotels….
No curtains so no way to block the late light at night (summer in Alaska)
The door didn’t fit quite right.
My “ocean view” is there over that wall between the balcony and the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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

Caitlan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed just one night but my partner and I really enjoyed the stay. Staff was really nice and we really appreciated being upgraded to a room closer to the beach view. The room was clean and cozy and the view from it was amazing. We only had a slight issue with not getting anything to play on the TV, seemed like a signal issue but nothing we stressed about. We look forward to staying here in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A no-frills type of spot but it makes up for it with a beautiful view and super clean room. Would 1000% stay here again and recommend for others staying in Homer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin, Whitefish

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

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with amazing views. The room is clean, spacious and exactly what I expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb, Cranberry Portage

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great spot. Beautiful view and access to the bay. everything perfect, including price compared to other locations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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