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Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove

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Panoramic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Living area | 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, streaming services
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View | Balcony view
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

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26 Seal Drive, Shelter Cove, CA, 95589
  • Place, Mal Coombs Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Abalone Point
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Panoramic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Panoramic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove

Beachside comfort, minutes from Mal Coombs Park
Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. Each apartment provides a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A patio, premium bedding and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is available on request.
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove offers 11 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Shelter Cove aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the clean apartments at Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mal Coombs Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This upmarket aparthotel has 11 apartments. Free WiFi and a patio are available in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a patio, a flat-screen TV and a microwave
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Mal Coombs Park and 5 minutes on foot from Shelter Cove Marina
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Pets welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Shelter Cove aparthotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to noon.
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a black sand beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Champagne service

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 30 per day

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Laptop workspace

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 35 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Electrical adapters
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Fish cleaning table
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Shopping
  • Wine tours
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 11 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Banquet hall
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival 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), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Oceanfront Inn Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Shelter Cove
Shelter Cove Inn
Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn
Oceanfront At Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Aparthotel
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Aparthotel Shelter Cove

Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 590 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to suddenly get a room as we were camping and bad weather set in. The staff were so kind and accommodating. Check in time was 3:00, but because our room was ready they allowed us to check in at 9:00am!!! The room overlooked a fabulous rocky beach where we sat on our balcony and watched the seals on the rocks below. Our room was actually an apartment with a king size bed. They did not skimp on any thing… plentiful towels, coffee, creamer, soaps, lotions… To be honest, the outside of the complex was a little too rustic and a little unkempt, but the rest makes up for it tenfold. Bravo!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

VINESSA

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Gorgeous view. Exceptionally quiet. No staff on site. No elevator. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

R Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Our room was on the 3rd floor with a balcony overlooking the ocean. Vaulted ceiling made the room feel even bigger. Space heater only but not needed because the room temp was perfect both day and night. We had trouble figuring out how to access apps on TV but one phone call to manager and it was resolved quickly. Room, bathroom and bedding all clean. Plenty of towels and extra blankets if needed. Stunning view! Left slider open with fresh air, sound of ocean waves and sea lions barking in the distance. Made for great night sleep. Beds were hard, need pillow toppers. There is no staff on site that you are allowed to contact. Cleaning crew office has a sign not to bother staff. That was very weird for us old school folks! We needed to known where to find an ATM in the area and had no help from this Hotel. Plan ahead with cash and call manager with questions. Manager was very nice and helpful. There is a wifi password which helped our cell phones work in this Hotel. Restaurant in building was great for breakfast. Good food, great view. We are definitely going to stay here again because despite no staff on site, we had a great stay and wonderful visit to Shelter Cove.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Overnight at The Cove

An excellent place to stay when in The Cove. Easy to find, plenty of parking, superior vistas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness

Not worth $300

Great location, but disappointing for the price. There were some blinds that were either not fully functioning or were missing. The bed was not comfortable. The deck outside our "apartment" had planks that were broken, making it hazardous if we had brought children with us. The only heating source was an electric fireplace, after finding the thermostat simply clicked but did not function. Aside from these issues, the unit was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nikki

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is beautiful, but right outside our room was a dump, with all kinds of garbage, about 50 feet from our door. The view was amazing, but one huge window had water calcium stains between the double panes, throughout the whole window. At night, one blind doesn't shut all the way, one blind is completely missing, and the one in the bedroom is partially broken, leaving anyone outside a prime nighttime view inside the whole apartment. Our best time was outside the room on the cliff, looking out at the ocean. I could find no way to contact anyone about any of these issues, as check-in and out are done online, with no other communication options. Also, the pictures to book the room look like you can walk out the back door right onto the sand. Nope! It's down a cliff.
Outside our entry door
Broken slat in bedroom
Missing blind with restaurant in building next door and walking traffic by window.
Blind in living room short about 6 inches, making it feel very eerie at night, as anyone could look in without us seeing them.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lewis

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
the ocean view could of been nice,but my room had a broken blind with no view. will not stay again !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Oceanfront Inn is a hidden gem on California’s Lost Coast. The views are absolutely breathtaking—you can watch whales, sea lions, and sunsets right from your room. Everything was spotless, comfortable, and thoughtfully done, with a peaceful vibe that makes it easy to relax and unwind. A perfect place to escape, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of Shelter Cove.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annelise

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey W

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
No reception person on property but available by phone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milena

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

What a view!

What a view we had from the back door of the room! There are chairs and a small table overlooking the black sands beach and ocean. Very peaceful. There were seal lions and birds on the nearby rocks. It's a great place to relax. The room was very comfortable and clean with all the expected amenities. The hotel also has a small restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch, but not every day, I think.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the whole place to ourselves... it was the most amazing scenery, and I will be back next year!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness

My night at Shelter Cove

We stayed in the jacuzzi room with balcony. Room was nice and clean, balcony view was great, and the Jacuzzi tub in the room was perfect for warming up after being in the cold. The place needs a little maintenance on the exterior, our bathroom sink was old and outdated with cracks in it. It didn’t have a drain cover so you could see down the drain at the mold build up in the pipe, which was a little gross for me. The biggest issue was the drive to the place. It’s 22 miles off Hwy 1, but the road is very slow and winding. Wasn’t able to drive very fast and it took at least an hour or more to get there and then back to the highway the next morning. There was a nice coffee shop on the floor level with some pretty good pastries.
Outside
Jacuzzi
Sink area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerry

Liked: Room comfort
Amazing location. Scary as hell road in and out. Room was nice. Communication with management was horrible. Shades in room we're broken and in some cases missing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vishwanath

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good properly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mediocre at best

Hotel is mediocre, towels and linens are extremely cheap. The upstairs rooms do have a gorgeous ocean view. Paid for a King suite with Ocean view and hot tub. After checking in room did not have a hot tub, called manger and was notified that there’s only 2 rooms have hot tubs and those two were occupied. Had to explain that we should receive a refund since we paid extra and apparently they just book rooms that don’t exist. Restaurant downstairs is the best part about the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristen

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great for what we needed! Not fancy, but clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room & lovely outdoor seating are overlooking the water - enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Ukiah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and amazing views. Food at the coffee shop below is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This inn is beautiful and the oceanfront room was amazing. There aren’t many amenities and the internet was slow but the sights made up for it and after you go through that treacherous drive to get there it is nice to have a quiet place to rest. The bed was somewhat comfortable. The water pressure wasn’t great. There was one restaurant open the afternoon we arrived so there want much of a choice. The cafe attached to the inn had pretty good breakfast. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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