The Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Seaside, Oregon

A couple walk their dog along Cannon Beach, one of Oregons most picturesque patches of sand
A couple walk their dog along Cannon Beach, one of Oregon's most picturesque patches of sand | © Tom Thulen / Alamy Stock Photo
Matt Charlton

A state that’s so much more than the hipster magnet of Portland, Oregon has one of the most underrated coastlines in the US. Similar to neighboring California yet more rugged and windswept, this is a place to stroll along grassy, dune-backed sands, pull on a wetsuit for whatever-the-weather surfing and curl up beside a fire pit with a hound by your side. Where better to base yourself than the laid-back coastal city of Seaside and its woof-worthy selection of pet-friendly places to stay. Read on to discover the best pet-friendly hotels Seaside has to offer — bookable with Culture Trip.

1. Saltline Hotel

Hotel

The stylish and open-plan lounge at Saltline Hotel in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of Saltline Hotel / Expedia.com

Between the Pacific Ocean and the Necanicum River, the Saltline is one of the Oregon Coast’s shiniest hotels. Stylish and boutique, every element of your stay has been thought about here, with free bike rentals, a state-of-the-art saltwater pool, an electric-car charging station, an amazing spa and a high-end gym. Get on those complimentary cruisers and explore the Promenade with your pooch in tow, stopping off at Seaside’s boutique shops, excellent restaurants and buzzing local arts venues.

2. Rivertide Suites Hotel

Hotel

The exterior of Rivertide Suites Hotel in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of Rivertide Suites Hotel / Expedia.com

This condo-style hotel is a comfortable, modern collection of suites in a beautiful waterfront setting on the Necanicum River, two blocks from downtown and four from the beach – conveniently close to everything in the small town of Seaside, but just enough off the beaten track that you’re away from the crowds. You and Fido will feel very much at home here, especially if you swing by Beach Puppy dog boutique and pick up a few treats to keep hounds happy.

3. Inn At Seaside

Inn

Bright and spacious suite furnished with modern decor at Inn At Seaside1.
Courtesy of Inn At Seaside / Expedia.com

At risk of sounding like your dad trying to be cool, this funky little number is ideally located for the outdoor (and some indoor) adventure that awaits you and your pooch. They’ve thought of everything to give you the perfect Seaside experience: complimentary bikes to borrow, on-site firepits, in-room yoga mats and, of course, pet-friendly rooms.

5. The Gilbert Inn

Inn

The historic, yellow clad exterior of The Gilbert Inn in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of The Gilbert Inn / Expedia.com

We’ve never met Gilbert, but he sure does a good line in inns. This homey, well-appointed boutique hotel takes pride in not being your usual cookie-cutter accommodation. Ironically, they do offer fresh-baked cookies as a welcome. Moments from the oceanfront and downtown activities, the inn offers 11 cozy guest rooms with private baths and period furnishings, providing the perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Four-legged friends can’t be left unattended but do get spoiled with a pet pack including doggy bags and more.

6. The Starry Night Inn

Boutique Hotel

Cosy living room with vintage-style furnishings and a feature wall mural at The Starry Night Inn art hotel in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of The Starry Night Inn / Expedia.com

This small, independently-owned boutique hotel has rooms styled with local art and special touches. The lobby has musical instruments, a record player and free snacks, beer and wine. Abundant outdoor gathering places, including a covered porch, fire pits and more, make this a great place to hang with man’s best friend – and meet new friends, too.

7. Ashore Hotel

Hotel

Wooden-clad lounge area with stylish and contemporary furnishings at Ashore Hotel in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of Ashore Hotel / Expedia.com

Informal and beautifully designed, this is the sort of accommodation that couldn’t really exist anywhere but Oregon. Pitched on the Long Beach Peninsula, at the Ashore you’ll find signature locally roasted coffee served in the lobby, organic snacks, bikes to rent and board games, while over in the pool house there’s a covered, heated saline pool, barrel sauna, fire pit and a spa. With this being hipster-beloved Oregon, there’s also an in-house distiller. Dogs are welcome in all rooms and there is actually no restriction on pet types here, so who knows who you might meet.

8. The Kathryn Riverfront Inn

Inn

The exterior of the Kathryn Riverfront Inn located on the Necanicum River in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of The Kathryn Riverfront Inn / Expedia.com

A north Pacific coast hotel with a New England feel – that’s the vibe at this boutique hotel, centrally located on Avenue A along the banks of the Necanicum River. Its location puts you just a block away from the shops on Broadway and a quick, casual stroll from downtown Seaside. You’re also a short trot from the Promenade, the aquarium, the Seaside Carousel Mall and also the Seaside Brewing Company if you want to take the edge off after all that walking. Only some rooms are pet-friendly and you’re only allowed one pooch. There’s also a nightly fee, so give the hotel a head’s up.

9. River Inn at Seaside

Inn

Modern suite with private balcony that offers views of the Necanicum River at River Inn at Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of River Inn at Seaside / Expedia.com

Just one block from downtown and two blocks from the beach, you can easily access the sandy soul of Seaside at this 48-room, award-winning hotel that places your comfort front and center, with thoughtful features such as a yoga mat in every room, a fitness center, indoor saltwater pool, beach cruisers and a free continental breakfast that’ll set tails wagging. Dogs (and cats) are both welcomed with a basket of food, water bowls and a blanket.

10. Seaside Oceanfront Inn

Inn

Stylish and spacious beachside queen room at the Seaside Oceanfront Inn in Oregon.
Courtesy of Seaside Oceanfront Inn / Expedia.com

There is a slight clue in the name that this might be near some water. Just three blocks from Seaside’s famous carousel and fun shops, the Seaside Oceanfront Inn doubles as both a beautiful boutique hotel and fine-dining restaurant. Beachside rooms and suites are tastefully understated though luxurious whilst Maggie’s on the Prom serves up the very best local produce. You can take your breakfast in the stunning outdoor patio, just a few steps from the beach, where dogs are allowed, as well as in the second-floor rooms.

11. Hillcrest Inn

Inn

The exterior of Hillcrest Inn in Seaside, Oregon.
Courtesy of Hillcrest Inn / Expedia.com

Hillcrest is located on the crest of a hill in lovely downtown Seaside, half a block from the beach. With charming rooms and suites that exude a welcoming feel, popcorn, cookies and cocoa add to the homey vibe here. If you need to walk it off, the Promenade, the beach and downtown are only moments away. Forgotten your beach towel or even your bucket and spade? No worries, they have them on hand. Two dogs are allowed, a fee is charged and only certain rooms are available for pups. Choose the beachy Hillcrest Cottages for ultimate independence.

12. McMenamins Gearhart Hotel

Hotel

The exterior of McMenamins Gearhart Hotel, overlooking the golf course.
Courtesy of McMenamins Gearhart Hotel / Expedia.com

If you’re the sort of person that insists that golf is, in fact, a sport, then this is the place for you. Just north of Seaside, in the laid-back community of Gearhart, this grand old hotel, sitting on one of the oldest golf courses on the West Coast, is festooned in Pacific Northwest coastal style. Pets are permitted on select tables on the back patio and in hotel rooms for a fee.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.

Culture Trip Spring Sale

Save up to $1,100 on our unique small-group trips! Limited spots.

X
Edit article