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2.0 of 5
902 NW Bayshore Dr., Hwy 101, Exit W. on Bayshore, Waldport, OR 97394 (Formerly Waldport Beach Resort)
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Ranked #2 of 3 hotels in Waldport
3.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
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Denver, Colorado
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Better than it Use to Be”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2011
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I have been going to Waldport to crab for over 20 years and have stayed in various hotels to be close to Waldport. We stayed at this hotel back in the day (before it was recently purchased) and it was a dump. We thought we'd give it a try under new ownership and having been remodeled. We were pleasantly surprised at the updates although it's still a basic hotel. The beds were new and comfortable, bath updated with new fixtures although there was a small hole in the wall where the shower rod use to be, freshly painted walls and new carpet. Didn't try the restaurant and had minimal contact with staff so can't comment. We had a room on the bay side on the second floor. Got a good internet rate although I didn't get a confirmation when I signed up so had to call to ensure we had a reservation. The women that answered the phone was pleasant and helpful and sent an immediate confirmation. Given of what we know about hotels in Waldport (limited and bad), we'll probably stay here again since we're only there to sleep and shower.

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  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Portland, Oregon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“good enough”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2011
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My family and I stayed here for two nights, and it was, well, good enough. Our room was small, but clean. The location was convenient, but half of the rooms (including ours) have a view of the parking lot. Walls are thin, but the remodeled bathroom in our room was nice. Room value/price was OK, didn't try the restaurant. No regrets staying here, but light on the "wow" factor.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Salem, Oregon
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Parents/Buyer Beware: Hotel needs a Warning Label”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2011
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person found this review helpful

The pictures and details are misleading. The rooms are small, dated, and have very minimal amenities. When the doors close in the hall, they slam loudly. The pool was not heated. The Yoga instructor was not available as advertised. The hotel was facing the bay not ocean (per Expedia). During our one and only visit, we, as well as management were witness to Domestic Violence against a woman in the hallway. We expected the Management to take the woman's safety seriously and contact the police. Even though this was caught on surveilance cameras and taped, Management was more concerned with the hotel than the safety of the victim and other families. Management did not contact the police: We contacted the authorities and reported the crime 20 minutes after the incident.
Left early and stayed at "heavenly" Hallmark in Newport for the same cost, excellent hospitality, and excellent room facing the ocean.

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“Very clean, in a central location.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011 via mobile
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people found this review helpful

I was only supposed to stay one night but extended my stay one more day.
The rooms are very clean, bathrooms immaculate.
Very basic, tv, coffee maker, iron and ironing board and a safe.
Nice pool, on a spit of land looking up at the Waldsport bridge.

The restaurant is excellent. No room service and no breakfast.

For photographers this puts you right in the middle of the mid-coast, a great location.

my only real gripe.. check in at 4pm seems a little late.

  • Stayed August 2011
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Lisa Davis, General Manager at Soul Vacation Resort, responded to this review
24 August 2011
We would like to thank you for taking the time to write your review, as this helps us to serve you better and accommodate your needs. At any time, you may give us a call and if your room is ready, you are more than welcome to have access to your room prior to the check-in time of 4pm. The limited time from when the previous guests check-out and the arriving guests check-in allows us to prepare for your stay. Again thank you for your time and your gracious and helpful comments.
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Portland, Oregon
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Downright dishonest.....beware of this place”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011
6
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My boyfriend and I stayed just one night. We called and reserved directly with the front desk. We were quoted a rate and I gave them my credit card. When we showed up, we were given a room with one double bed instead of two queens. I called the front desk and was told that was all they had. I then asked for a rate adjustment to reflect the change of room, and the manager smugly told me she would "adjust the rate to reflect the true price.". I expected a downward adjustment. They charged me more. This is after the manager also told me it was "better than sleeping in your car.". Incredible. I have never, in years of traveling been treated so rudely. I was almost in tears, and wanted to leave, but it was late and there was not a room to be had elsewhere. For a place that espouses yoga as a spiritual path, this place needs to wake up. Two days later and I still feel horrible. Please, be careful before you chose to spend your hard earned money here just to be mistreated.

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  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Lisa Davis, General Manager at Soul Vacation Resort, responded to this review
24 August 2011
We are truly dismayed that you were not comfortable here. We have new Queen beds through out the property and have no double beds on site. We always try all options available and physically possible to please our guests, and we did ajdust the rate below what the room books for to compensate for your experience. Bay side rooms are a bit more than west view rooms facing the parking lot. We strive to be clear and above all, honest. We have held our rates very low for bayfront accommodations to compensate for start-up inconveniences as we are newly renovated and under new ownership. We really tried to listen and do all we could being we were sold out as well as all the other properties up and down the coast on Saturday night. It has never crossed our minds to be rude or dishonest and please accept our best wishes to find what you are looking for on the coast.
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  • Waldport Beach Hotel
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Address: 902 NW Bayshore Dr., Hwy 101, Exit W. on Bayshore, Waldport, OR 97394 (Formerly Waldport Beach Resort)
Price range (per night):* INR5,648 - 6,487

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