We found Castaway by the Sea an ideal motel during our week in Port Orford. First and foremost, the view of the port, especially with a back-lit rolling fog, was impressive (see the included pic). Second, the room was clean, tidy, and had all the conveniences -- stove, oven, fridge, Sat TV -- we needed. Third, the manager was personable, always available, and eager to share sightseeing tips. Fourth, Castaway is located within short walking distance of anything and everything in Port Orford. Fifth, it's affordably priced.

We had a pretty spacious suite with really good views of the harbor (all rooms have the same unobstructed view). We just stayed one night, but with a kitchen, dinette and living room, it would probably serve as a good base for visiting the local attractions over several days. The amenities were pretty basic, but the staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

The good: A suite with plenty of room to spread out; really nice views of the harbor

The bad: The amenities consisted of a small bar of soap. Yep, that's pretty much it. No shampoo. No hairdryer (but we were able to get one from the front desk - just be sure to call before they close at 9pm).

The exceptional: The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and they went above and beyond the call. We accidentally left behind a charger for our iPad. When we called back to see if they found it, they had it and offered to mail it to our house. We offered to pay for the shipping but they said not to worry about it. You really can't beat that for service!

The verdict: The accommodations are basic, but the views and friendly staff push it up to 4 stars. The extra friendly help pushed it up one more to 5 stars.

I was pleasantly suprised --very quite good views----we got see the harbor---ocean--whales in the harbor----which were not in any hurry to leave. We stayed Mother's Day week-end-----it was very quite and with the nice little kitchen we didn't have to leave but once for Mther;s Day dinner-------we will go back!

The Castaway was a beautiful place and the view gorgeous, but because it was up on a hill, the wind was ferocious. The summer winds in the area of Port Orford are dangerously strong. We could not enjoy being outside. When we first entered our room, we wondered why the little porch was permanently glassed in and then I realized it was to keep the wind out.