The WavesCannon Beach, Oregon
★ 9.0/10 · 457 guest reviews

The Waves

Oceanfront hotel in the center of Cannon Beach

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The Waves hotel is situated directly on the ocean front, placing you in the center of Cannon Beach, Oregon. This location provides convenient access to the town's amenities, with shops and restaurants just a short distance away. Guests can enjoy the hotel's beachfront setting and on-site hot tub. The property also offers barbecue facilities and meeting spaces, catering to various needs during your stay.

9.0/10
Guest rating
457 reviews
28
Room types
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Should you book The Waves?

A beachfront hotel in downtown Cannon Beach with various room types and on-site facilities.

Best for

  • Beachfront location
  • Central Cannon Beach access
  • Family rooms
  • Hot tub access

Maybe not ideal for

  • Additional charges for laundry and meeting facilities

Oceanfront setting

Enjoy direct access to the beach from this hotel located centrally in Cannon Beach, Oregon. Wake up to ocean views and the sound of the waves, with the town's galleries and shops within easy walking distance.

Room amenities

Rooms at The Waves include a seating area, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, and private bathroom. Some rooms offer ocean views, while others provide a garden view.

On-site facilities

The hotel features a hot tub for relaxation, alongside barbecue facilities for guest use. Meeting facilities are also available, and a vending machine is on site for convenience.

Rooms & rates

King Room with Garden View

1 king bed

Garden Court - Classic Triple Room

1 twin bed, 1 king bed

La Colina Ocean View King Studio

1 king bed

King Studio with Ocean View

1 king bed

Southwind One-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

1 king bed, 1 sofa bed

Flagship - Ocean Front Queen Studio

1 queen bed

Flagship - Ocean Front King Studio

1 king bed

Flagship - Ocean Front Junior Suite

1 twin bed, 1 queen bed

Flagship - Ocean Front Two Bedroom Suite

1 king bed, 1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

Argonauta Beach Front Cottage

1 queen bed, 1 twin bed, 1 sofa bed

Argonauta Two Bedroom Cottage

1 twin bed, 1 full bed, 1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

White Heron Victorian - Ocean Front One Bedroom Suite

1 full bed, 1 king bed

Ocean View 2 bedroom condominium - 1.5 miles south of The Waves

1 king bed, 1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

Queen Studio with Ocean View

1 queen bed

Argonauta Studio with Balcony

1 queen bed

Argonauta One Bedroom Cottage

1 twin bed, 1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

White Heron Contemporary - Ocean Front One Bedroom Suite

1 full bed, 1 king bed

Flagship - Ocean Front One Bedroom Suite

1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

Argonauta Queen Room

1 queen bed

Spray Cottage with Partial Ocean View

1 king bed, 1 sofa bed

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View

1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed

Queen Room with Partial View

1 queen bed

Village Center Studio - Non View - One Block from The Waves

1 full bed, 1 sofa bed

Whispering Dunes Five-Bedroom House

1 king bed, 1 twin bed, 1 queen bed, 2 twin bed

Ocean View 2 room/loft condominium - 1.5 miles south of The Waves

2 twin bed, 1 king bed, 1 queen bed

Larch Cove Cottage - Two Bed Cottage

1 king bed, 1 queen bed

Ocean View 2 room/loft condominium – 1.5 miles south of The Waves

2 twin bed, 1 king bed, 1 queen bed

Larch Street Beach Cottage

1 king bed, 1 sofa bed

What you'll enjoy

Beach Access
Free Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hot Tub

Gallery

Amenities & facilities

Most popular facilities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities

Room amenities

  • Clothes rack

Location

188 West 2nd Street, Cannon Beach, OR 97110, United States, Cannon Beach, Oregon

Get directions

The Waves is located in Cannon Beach, Oregon.

5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Chapman Beach, is 0.3 mi away.

Things to do nearby

  • Bronze Coast Gallerygallery250 ft
  • Images Of The Westgallery250 ft
  • Whale Parkpark0.1 mi
  • City Parkpark0.2 mi
  • John Yeon State Natural Sitenature reserve0.8 mi

Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors

What guests say

9 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 457 guest reviews

Location & beach access · 9Comfortable beds & rooms · 7Friendly & helpful staff · 3Spacious layout & amenities (kitchen, deck, BBQ) · 3Ocean views · 2

The Waves earns consistently strong praise for its prime beachside location, comfortable beds, and well-equipped rooms, with most guests expressing a desire to return. However, recurring maintenance niggles — including skylight glare, absent or faulty AC, bathroom issues, and inconsistent housekeeping — suggest upkeep doesn't always match the property's premium pricing. Overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, tempered by a handful of practical frustrations that appear fixable.

Reviews scoring 9–10: 23 · average 9.7

They wrote about: location, room, comfort

Reviews scoring 7–9: 7 · average 8

They wrote about: location, room, comfort

Good to know

Wi-FiFree
ParkingAvailable
Typical guestsCouples (50% of reviewers)
Family roomsAvailable
Non-smoking roomsAvailable
Languages spokenEnglish, Spanish

House rules

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

What amenities are in the rooms?

Rooms at The Waves include a seating area, microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, private bathroom with a bath or shower, fan, iron, and clothes rack.

Does the hotel offer parking?

Yes, The Waves provides free parking for guests, including accessible parking options.

Are there dining options nearby?

The hotel is located centrally in Cannon Beach, offering easy walking access to numerous shops and restaurants. EVOO Cooking School is a 5-minute walk away.

Can I do laundry at the hotel?

Laundry services are available at The Waves, though an additional charge may apply.

Is there a hot tub?

Yes, the hotel has a hot tub available for guest use.

Are there family rooms available?

The Waves offers family rooms, designed to accommodate families traveling together.

Can I use BBQ facilities?

Yes, barbecue facilities are available for guests to use during their stay.

Does the hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi is provided for all guests at The Waves.

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Address188 West 2nd Street, Cannon Beach, OR 97110, United States, Cannon Beach, Oregon
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