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Ester Lee Oceanview Inn

2.5 star property

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1 bedroom Cottage w/Jacuzzi, Oceanview Pet Friendly
2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet | View from room
1 Queen Cottage w/ kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly | Dining room
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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, Siletz River
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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1 Queen Studio with Oceanview Non-Pet

1 Queen Studio with Oceanview Non-Pet

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

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

1 bedroom Suite w/Kitchen, Oceanview Non-Pet

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

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2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet

2 Queen Studio w/Oceanview Non-Pet

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
(26 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom Cottage w/ Kitchen, Oceanview Pet Friendly

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single 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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

1 bedroom Cottage w/Jacuzzi, Oceanview Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 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
  • 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
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

About this property

Ester Lee Oceanview Inn

Waterfront motel in Lincoln City with free parking
Along with a computer station, this smoke-free motel has a library and express check-out. Self parking is free. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a lobby fireplace are onsite. Change of towels is available on request.
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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Ester Lee Oceanview Inn's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Theatre West. Enjoy features like free self parking and a library.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a gift shop, a computer, and Library
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 5 minutes by foot from Theatre West and a 2-minute drive from Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 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

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
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 smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in 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

  • 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.

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. 538 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love Ester Lee we love the view and no crowds of people…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Noble

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited amenities: i.e., no ice machine (or not clearly marked in welcome sheet), Front desk closes at 8pm, so limited access to DVD rentals. Late check in time (4pm instead of 3pm), and early check out time (11am instead of noon). Even with 5-hour room turnover, our room was not ready when we checked in at 5pm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

patty

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

great few days away!

Love the view from the cabins at the Ester Lee. Have always stayed in the 2 bedroom ones before but just husband and I so chose the 1 bedroom which is small but cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view and comfortable bed and surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will say the view from room was wonderful. However this location is right off hwy, so there is traffic noise and very challenging to pull safely onto hwy when leaving property. No AC in so very warm and stuffy in the rooms. The provided fan in room looked as it had never been cleaned. I pulled huge dirt/dust balls out of it. The amount of guck and grime in the window seals is unacceptable and no safety features on windows. No screens. Not kid friendly. Our concerns were brought to their attention quickly explaining our safety concerns and below standards of cleanliness and comfortability. Unfortunately they were not willing to refund all or even partial of the reservation(2 nights). Was told the concerns provided did not quailify for any type of compensation. We took the loose and went elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked my room it was quiet but it was dirty and i hated the shower but the view was beautiful and i loved waking up to that view .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
amazing view and floor plan was good. Very outdated with broken and rusted wall heaters. Only heat was a small one that could be moved from room to room.No bolt lock on entrance door. Window shades hard to close, bedroom shade had broken wand.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
Ester Lee is quaint and old fashioned. If you don't mind old fixtures, rustic finishes, blend of 40's and 50's style living, no dishwasher in my unit (223), minimal kitchen ware (pots pans plates, bowls) it works and the view is pretty good, minus the power lines for some of the units that are set back. Bed was comfy, had windows that opened, most were street side, one was ocean side. Unit could have been cleaner. I stayed in a dog friendly one and there was more than a reasonable amount of hair left behind on the floors, not a deal breaker though. Overall, if you're not too fussy and want a good view with beach access, though steep, it's a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

shelley

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Don't depend on the kitchenette for meals. It's just too old and poorly equipped. But the view was so amazing, it made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Gift left in toilet, drunken couple next door

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

kim

Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location for price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very much enjoyed. Staff was awesome and rooms nice and the view was amazing. We will return
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

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

Great view!

Clean and neat and the view is to die for. Getting to the beach is tough going down a very steep hill but if you are young nothing you can’t handle. Ours had a small kitchen and a gas fireplace for heat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin, Portland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, and the windows were pretty new; there weren’t any salt erosion/chips marks on the glass and they were very clean! The water was either too hot or tepid for taking a shower (temp kept vacillating between those two). Gorgeous view and comfy bed. Also, there were four chairs and a nice kitchenette.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We've been here several times. Not fancy, but clean, everything works, courteous staff, great location and views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sergey, Vancouver

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first disappointment was the office, - a stale old man's smell. When we entered the room we realized that the office was not so bad. Our room had a disgusting, incredibly nasty stale stench. The excellent, delightful view from the window on the rocky ocean shore was only positive, BUT terrible stinkiness couldn't keep us in the room to enjoy view. Kitchen appliances and other equipment are extremely old. To our surprise, with the exception of a broken coffee maker, everything works properly, including plumbing. Very badly smelling kitchen towels. Old, darkened with time, washed-out bed linen. Absolutely unjustified cost for such a low level.We will never return here for a vacation. This is the most disgusting experience for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view was beautiful but the mold in the room was not. It was in the bathroom and window of our studio. My daughter and I are really sensitive to mold and she is now suffering from it. The kitchen cast iron pan was disgusting and had to be washed plus most of the dishes we used were washed first, then agin after. There was black hair in our sheets of both beds plus hair in the bathroom. The shower leaked out so bad it flooded the floor. I had to get multiple floor mat towels as it drenched each one. The walk to the beach is a workout, which was fine for my kids wearing them out helped out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025