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Ester Lee Oceanview Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Lincoln City motel

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3803 SW Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR, 97367
  • Place, Theatre West
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Siletz River
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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1 Queen Studio with Oceanview Non-Pet | Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Studio with Oceanview Non-Pet

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom corner suite with a w/kitchen and ocean view | View from room

1 bedroom corner suite with a w/kitchen and ocean view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet | Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet | Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Queen Cottage with Oceanview Pet Friendly | Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Cottage with Oceanview Pet Friendly

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen Cottage w/ kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Living area | 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace

1 Queen Cottage w/ kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom Queen Cottage w/kitchen, Ocean Pet Friendly | View from room

1 bedroom Queen Cottage w/kitchen, Ocean Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom Cottage Deluxe w/ Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

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

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Romance suite cottage with a w/jacuzzi and ocean view | View from room

Romance suite cottage with a w/jacuzzi and ocean view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedroom Cottage w/Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Dining room

2 bedroom Cottage w/Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

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

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2 bedroom Cottage Deluxe w/Kit, Ocean Pet Friendly | Dining room

2 bedroom Cottage Deluxe w/Kit, Ocean Pet Friendly

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Lincoln City

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Lincoln City motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Theatre West and 2 miles (3 km) of Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio. Siletz River and North Lincoln County Historical Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Theatre West - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Siletz River - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lincoln City Outlets - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mo's Seafood & Chowder - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪J's Fish and Chips - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Dines - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Lincoln City motel
As a guest of Ester Lee Oceanview Inn, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Ester Lee Oceanview Inn also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and a fireplace in the lobby. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Lincoln City motel is smoke free.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn offers 53 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and DVD players. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Ester Lee Motel Lincoln City
Ester Lee Lincoln City
Ester Lee
Ester Lee Motel
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Motel
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Lincoln City
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Motel Lincoln City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ester Lee Oceanview Inn to the airport?

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn is 98.1 mi (134-min drive) away from the Portland International Airport (PDX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ester Lee Oceanview Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ester Lee Oceanview Inn.

How close is Ester Lee Oceanview Inn to the beach?

This motel is 6.2 mi (10-min drive) from Lincoln Beach and 14.3 mi (23-min drive) from Neskowin Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ester Lee Oceanview Inn offer free breakfast?

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ester Lee Oceanview Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Chinook Winds Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ester Lee Oceanview Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ester Lee Oceanview Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Ester Lee Oceanview Inn have a pool?

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ester Lee Oceanview Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Ester Lee Oceanview Inn to downtown Lincoln City?

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn is 1.4 mi away from Lincoln City.

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect beach view for a reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tetiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love Ester Lee we love the view and no crowds of people…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Noble

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited amenities: i.e., no ice machine (or not clearly marked in welcome sheet), Front desk closes at 8pm, so limited access to DVD rentals. Late check in time (4pm instead of 3pm), and early check out time (11am instead of noon). Even with 5-hour room turnover, our room was not ready when we checked in at 5pm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

patty

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great few days away!

Love the view from the cabins at the Ester Lee. Have always stayed in the 2 bedroom ones before but just husband and I so chose the 1 bedroom which is small but cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view and comfortable bed and surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will say the view from room was wonderful. However this location is right off hwy, so there is traffic noise and very challenging to pull safely onto hwy when leaving property. No AC in so very warm and stuffy in the rooms. The provided fan in room looked as it had never been cleaned. I pulled huge dirt/dust balls out of it. The amount of guck and grime in the window seals is unacceptable and no safety features on windows. No screens. Not kid friendly. Our concerns were brought to their attention quickly explaining our safety concerns and below standards of cleanliness and comfortability. Unfortunately they were not willing to refund all or even partial of the reservation(2 nights). Was told the concerns provided did not quailify for any type of compensation. We took the loose and went elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked my room it was quiet but it was dirty and i hated the shower but the view was beautiful and i loved waking up to that view .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
amazing view and floor plan was good. Very outdated with broken and rusted wall heaters. Only heat was a small one that could be moved from room to room.No bolt lock on entrance door. Window shades hard to close, bedroom shade had broken wand.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
Ester Lee is quaint and old fashioned. If you don't mind old fixtures, rustic finishes, blend of 40's and 50's style living, no dishwasher in my unit (223), minimal kitchen ware (pots pans plates, bowls) it works and the view is pretty good, minus the power lines for some of the units that are set back. Bed was comfy, had windows that opened, most were street side, one was ocean side. Unit could have been cleaner. I stayed in a dog friendly one and there was more than a reasonable amount of hair left behind on the floors, not a deal breaker though. Overall, if you're not too fussy and want a good view with beach access, though steep, it's a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

shelley

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Don't depend on the kitchenette for meals. It's just too old and poorly equipped. But the view was so amazing, it made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Gift left in toilet, drunken couple next door

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

kim

Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location for price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very much enjoyed. Staff was awesome and rooms nice and the view was amazing. We will return
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great view!

Clean and neat and the view is to die for. Getting to the beach is tough going down a very steep hill but if you are young nothing you can’t handle. Ours had a small kitchen and a gas fireplace for heat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin, Portland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, and the windows were pretty new; there weren’t any salt erosion/chips marks on the glass and they were very clean! The water was either too hot or tepid for taking a shower (temp kept vacillating between those two). Gorgeous view and comfy bed. Also, there were four chairs and a nice kitchenette.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025