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Van Riper's Resort

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Sekiu motel

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included

Explore the area

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280 Front Street, Sekiu, WA, 98381
  • Place, Clallam Bay Spit Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Clallam Bay Spit County Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bay View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Bay View (1 queen, 1 double, and 1 twin bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Penthouse, Bay View (2 queen and 1 double bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Suite, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Bedroom (1 queen bed)

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

Room, 1 Bedroom (1 double and 1 twin bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Sekiu

In Sekiu .You'll find Clallam Bay Spit Park and Clallam Bay Spit County Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this motel. Slip Point Lighthouse and Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Clallam Bay Spit Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Clallam Bay Spit County Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Clallam Bay Library - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Slip Point Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪By The Bay Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Liquid Sanity Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Strait Shots Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Clallam Bay Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Van Riper's Resort

Enjoy the free parking at this Sekiu motel
Van Riper's Resort offers its guests a marina. Self parking is free.
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Convenience store
Van Riper's Resort offers 12 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 15 percent destination fee will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Van Riper's Resort Sekiu
Van Riper's Sekiu
Van Riper's
Van Ripers Hotel
Van Riper's Resort Motel
Van Riper's Resort Sekiu
Van Riper's Resort Motel Sekiu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Van Riper's Resort to the airport?

Van Riper's Resort is 50 mi (73-min drive) away from the Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Van Riper's Resort?

As of Dec 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Van Riper's Resort on Jan 2, 2026 start from $120.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Van Riper's Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Van Riper's Resort.

How close is Van Riper's Resort to the beach?

This motel is 8.1 mi (11-min drive) from Chito Beach and 15.9 mi (27-min drive) from Second Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Van Riper's Resort offer free breakfast?

Van Riper's Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Van Riper's Resort?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Van Riper's Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Van Riper's Resort?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Van Riper's Resort have a pool?

Van Riper's Resort does not have a pool.

Does Van Riper's Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Van Riper's Resort to downtown Sekiu?

Van Riper's Resort is 0.1 mi away from Sekiu.

Van Riper's Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 276 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: unbeatable location for the harbor, clean bedding, helpful staff. Cons: decor and room fixtures appear original from the 1960s–70s (compact kitchenette, older bathroom), which we found uncomfortable at the rate we paid. There were very few photos online — I’d recommend the host post recent images and clarify which rooms are renovated. Helpful for: fishermen or guests seeking a no-frills stay. Not ideal for: travelers seeking modern ‘coastal charm.’ I expected a lot more charm for the rate I paid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yeah everything was great, first time staying at Van Ripers
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just an overnight. Pretty basic, but clean, quiet and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rhonda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Friendly staff. Such a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very friendly and actually saved me from not having a place to sleep 5000 miles from home so I'm very grateful to them
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

paul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
it’s a motel not hotel, so manage your expectations when booking it. It’s expensive than it should be
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe Ann

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

J

Wonderful stay. I wish we had planned a longer stay! Rooms were clean and comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. Lovely place to stay for a vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is older but clean. This is a fishing village but it right on water with great views.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is probably the best spot in the area and affordable too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

Great service, clean room!

We booked a room here very last minute, and we got the last room available. Upon arriving, we were a little skeptical because it didn't look like anything had been renovated or replaced since the 1980s, besides the TV in the bedroom, but that actually ended up being totally fine. Everything worked well and was very clean - what more can you ask for? Great service by the staff? Yep, we got that, too. We will definitely stay here again and encourage anyone we know traveling up to the northern area of the peninsula to stay here as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Veena

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Oksana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem near Olympic National Park - very comfortable beds, hot shower, unique location The only minus - heating was inadequate Enjoyed our stay of 2 nights very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was super friendly (Dave). The hotel is in a quiet fishing village where you might see eagles, seal, otters and whales.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

4/10 Poor

Kurt

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love Van Ripers. Check in was difficult as fishing was slow & nobody was home. No answer to phone calls to office & the number on the door; no answer & no return phone call. Almost had to book room across street if owner hadn't driven by when I was at front door. An answering machine for the main number would be great or perhaps just leaving the key in the room like other places do. Love Van Ripers otherwise
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Out of the way stay in Sekiu

Rather a spartan place but clean and warm-meant for the fishing crowd for sure. Very quiet little place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025