Long Beach Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

British trader John Meares named it “Cape Disappointment” in 1788, due to his mistaken belief that the mouth of the Columbia River was only a bay. The United States deemed Cape Disappointment strategically significant enough to base military fortifications there during the Civil War and World War II. Construction of a lighthouse was complet­ed in 1856. (June 2019) #History #Trovember
British trader John Meares named it “Cape Disappointment” in 1788, due to his mistaken belief that the mouth of the Columbia River was only a bay. The United States deemed Cape Disappointment strategically significant enough to base military fortifications there during the Civil War and World War II. Construction of a lighthouse was complet­ed in 1856. (June 2019) #History #Trovember
The North Head Lighthouse sits on a bluff high above the Pacific Ocean. Once a key navigational aid for mariners approaching the Columbia River from the North, it is now a part of Cape Disappointment State Park. (June 2019) #Trovember
Beautiful evening down by the lighthouse
Who knew there was a Waikiki beach in Washington! Nice relaxing spot near the campsites facing Cape Disappointment lighthouse #lifeatexpedia
Chautauqua Resort & Conference Center

Chautauqua Resort & Conference Center

2 out of 5
304 NW 14th St Long Beach WA
The price is ₹9,814 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹9,814
₹11,796 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Long Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,392 reviews)
Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. I appreciate the location a little bit away from the downtown crowds.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Chautauqua Resort & Conference Center
Best Western Long Beach Inn

Best Western Long Beach Inn

2.5 out of 5
500 Ocean Beach Blvd Long Beach WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,181 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
₹8,181
₹9,114 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Long Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Best Western never disappoints. The breakfast is always good. The staff are super friendly. Rooms are clean and everything works.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Best Western Long Beach Inn
Adrift Hotel

Adrift Hotel

4 out of 5
409 Sid Snyder Dr. Long Beach WA
The price is ₹8,723 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹8,723
₹11,082 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Long Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Adrift Hotel
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Enchanted Cottages

Enchanted Cottages

3 out of 5
4102 Pacific Way Seaview WA
Stay at this cottage in Seaview. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions World Kite Museum and Gray Whale Skeleton are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Super cute, clean, and cozy place! Comfortably housed 4 adults, 2 kiddos, a baby and a big dog. Fully functional kitchen was amazing for our Thanksgiving dinner. Surprisingly quiet for being on the main road. Easy check-in/out. The kids loved it and we would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Enchanted Cottages
Breakwater Resort

Breakwater Resort

3 out of 5
2013 Washington State Route 105 Grayland WA
Stay at this beach condo in Grayland. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Grayland Beach State Park and Twin ...
9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
Repeat client- love Breakwater!

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Breakwater Resort
3-acre Oceanfront Home: Game Room & Fire Pit!

3-acre Oceanfront Home: Game Room & Fire Pit!

3 out of 5
Warrenton OR
Stay at this beach cottage in Warrenton. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sunset Beach State Recreation Site and Cullaby Lake County ...
3-acre Oceanfront Home: Game Room & Fire Pit!
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Popular places to visit

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse as well as a couple

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Ilwaco when you spend time at Cape Disappointment Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse
Waikiki Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Waikiki Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waikiki Beach during your trip to Ilwaco? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Waikiki Beach
Only 20 minutes from Astoria OR and 10 minutes from Long Beach. Enjoy the Saturday market along the waterfront, go fishing, or start here on your 8 mile walk or bike ride of the Discovery Trail. Don't let the gray clouds concern you, this is not uncommon.

Port of Ilwaco

Explore the waterfront in Ilwaco with a trip to Port of Ilwaco. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Port of Ilwaco
Gray Whale Skeleton featuring tranquil scenes

Gray Whale Skeleton

Find out about the history of Long Beach with a stop at Gray Whale Skeleton. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Gray Whale Skeleton
Marsh\'s Free Museum featuring interior views

Marsh's Free Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Marsh's Free Museum during your trip to Long Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Marsh's Free Museum
Long Beach Peninsula's North Head Lighthouse, Cape Disappointment, Washington; Shutterstock ID 108580544; Purchase Order: -

North Head Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Ilwaco with a trip to North Head Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

North Head Lighthouse

Cities near Long Beach Peninsula

Oyster beds in the background for as far as your eyes can see in Ocean Park, Washington.

Ocean Park

South Bend which includes signage

South Bend

Cape Disappointment State Park which includes a beach, a sunset and a lighthouse

Seaview