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Ester Lee Oceanview Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Lincoln City motel

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1 bedroom Cottage w/Jacuzzi, Oceanview Pet Friendly
1 Queen Cottage w/ kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Dining room
Reception
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Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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3803 SW Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR, 97367
  • Place, Theatre West
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln City Outlets
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Queen Studio with Oceanview Non-Pet

1 Queen Studio with Oceanview Non-Pet

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

1 Queen studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom Suite w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet | View from room

1 bedroom corner suite with a w/kitchen and ocean view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet

2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

2 Queen Studio w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Queen Cottage with Oceanview Pet Friendly

1 Queen Cottage with Oceanview Pet Friendly

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen Cottage w/ kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Living area

1 Queen Cottage w/ kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom Queen Cottage w/kitchen, Ocean Pet Friendly | View from room

1 bedroom Queen Cottage w/kitchen, Ocean Pet Friendly

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

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1 bedroom Cottage w/ Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Living area

1 bedroom Cottage Deluxe w/ Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom Cottage deluxe with kitchen and ocean view Pet Friendly | Living area

1 bedroom Cottage deluxe with kitchen and ocean view Pet Friendly

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom Cottage w/Jacuzzi, Oceanview Pet Friendly | View from room

Romance suite cottage with a w/jacuzzi and ocean view

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

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2 bedroom Cottage w/Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Dining room

2 bedroom Cottage w/Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedroom Cottage Deluxe w/Kit, Ocean Pet Friendly | Dining room

2 bedroom Cottage Deluxe w/Kit, Ocean Pet Friendly

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Lincoln City

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Lincoln City motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Theatre West and 2 miles (3 km) of Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio. Siletz River and North Lincoln County Historical Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Theatre West - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • North Lincoln County Historical Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Siletz River - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lincoln City Outlets - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mo's Seafood & Chowder - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hearth & Table - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pine Dines - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪J's Fish and Chips - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Lincoln City motel
As a guest of Ester Lee Oceanview Inn, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Ester Lee Oceanview Inn also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and a fireplace in the lobby. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Lincoln City motel is smoke free.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn offers 53 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and DVD players. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Ester Lee Motel Lincoln City
Ester Lee Lincoln City
Ester Lee
Ester Lee Motel
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Motel
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Lincoln City
Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Motel Lincoln City

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1062 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1062 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind and attentive staff. Pet friendly. Unit is not updated but was spotless and had everything we needed. The view was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach access location. Loved being able to have our dog with us. Kitchenette was great because home cooked food is the best! A couch instead of chairs would have been nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Becky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and we had a good view. The only thing was the empty Kleenex box on the fireplace mantle
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Randy

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly and ready to assist with any questions. As usual, the room was wonderful, spacious, with comfy chairs to enjoy the ocean view or the TV. The fireplace heater is just what these old bones need. Plenty of parking in the lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosemarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking was limited if you were staying on the “cottage” side of the property and you weren’t allowed to park on the motel side. Their definition of a cottage is not the same as mine it was a room attached to a main building. The actual cottages were lower and not mentioned in the reservations. So maybe call if you are wanting a cottage. Also there were bugs in our room so we had to be relocated. Glad we only stayed the one night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mylrea

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

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

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean...but not the room we wanted due to the fact that our requested room had heating issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Amazing view of the ocean and the windows are clear. Only complaint is the burners on the stove do not work well so we were unable to cook on our last morning as we planned. Other than that the room was nice. The bed was nice. Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean and staff very pleasant. It was a very nice room with an amazing view of the ocean! Loved it! This is an old motel but it was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is definitely an older establishment but you just can't beat the amazing view! The appliancesay be old, but the bed is comfy, the shower is hot and the staff is friendly. And you aren't going to find a better price for such an amazing view. If you are looking for a 5 (or even 4 star) luxury hotel... This is not it. But if you are looking for a nostalgic place with everything you need for a relaxing stay with a beautiful view. You can't go wrong.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
This was an…interesting experience. Somewhat charming throwback of a hotel, yet obviously dated. Beverly at check-in was super sweet. When we got to our room and realized it was nothing like what we had booked, she offered to show me a couple other options. Know that there are many room layouts and what you see online is probably not what you’ll get. Bed was clean and comfortable. If you’re on the bottom floor, expect to see maintenance and housekeeping walking by your windows rolling bins of laundry and using equipment throughout the day. The shrubs need a good trim in order to make it a true oceanfront experience, otherwise you will only see the horizon. We had trouble with the heater/fireplace. Anytime we flushed the toilet it gurgled up through the shower drain and flooded the floor under the toilet. Maintenance came in a timely fashion, but I don’t believe this was a one time occurrence just for us. Taking a shower proved tricky in that the drain clogged up very quickly so you were ankle deep in the water. Very gross. The kitchen had all we needed as far as utensils, but just two of each regarding plates, bowls, cups. A couple more sets would’ve been helpful. Coffee filters would be a nice addition for those who bring their own coffee. Otherwise, prepacked Folgers filters are supplied. All in all, wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were immaculately clean! While the decor may be out of date, it’s comfortable and you cannot beat the views!
Cottages
View from living room
View from living room
Dog area includes a wash
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

randolph, ajax

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I want to complain that there was nood a good check in system. the motel closed at 8 pm and they called me with instructions about where to find the key but it was not clear enough and we had to spend time looking for the key and it was late and i was tired. then, there was no hot water and we could not shower. we left as soon as we woke and had to find hot water elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We really do like this place. The bathroom towels really need to be replaced, they are old and hard. The bed also slanted in the middle. We will come back because we do like it, it just needs some minor updates.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older units nothing wrong with that. The views were great and very clean. A naughty Pine cabin style 50s era.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Slice of heaven at the beach

Our favorite beach motel on the Oregon coast. The view amazing! Parking a breeze. The BEST!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and the quietness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's history, location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025