The Drifthaven at Gearhart is a historic boutique hotel located in Gearhart, Oregon. This property features twelve pet-friendly coastal cottages, each with a private entrance. Originally built from driftwood, the hotel offers a secluded retreat for couples, families, and groups. Guests are situated near the beach, with borrowable items like bicycles and beach chairs available. The hotel also offers lawn games and fire pits in its garden, suitable for group events and relaxed getaways.
Should you book The Drifthaven at Gearhart?
A historic cottage stay with complimentary breakfast and easy beach access.
Best for
- Pet owners
- Beach proximity
- Group events
- Families
Maybe not ideal for
- No on-site dining options
- Historic property quirks
historic driftwood cottages
Twelve unique accommodations with private entrances, each said to be built from driftwood. Rooms feature in-room fireplaces and culinary pantries stocked with local treats, offering a secluded and historic atmosphere near the coast.
daily delivered breakfast
Breakfast for two is included daily, featuring freshly baked local pastries, fruit, and juice delivered directly to your room, along with a welcome cocktail upon arrival.
garden and beach access
Enjoy the garden with a firepit, BBQ grill, lounge chairs, and picnic tables. Del Rey Beach is a short walk away, with borrowable bicycles, beach chairs, and clam digging kits available.
pet-friendly retreat
The Drifthaven welcomes pets, with twelve unique cottage accommodations designated as pet-friendly, ensuring your furry companions can join your coastal retreat.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
67 North Cottage Avenue, Gearhart, OR 97138, United States, Gearhart, Oregon
The Drifthaven at Gearhart is located in Gearhart, Oregon.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Del Rey Beach, is 1.5 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Gearhart Ocean State Parknature reserve0.4 mi
- First Church Of Christ Scientistplace of worship0.5 mi
- Gateway Parkpark0.8 mi
- Del Rey Beach State Recreation Sitenature reserve1.4 mi
- Del Rey Beachbeach1.5 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.1 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 158 guest reviews
The Drifthaven at Gearhart earns consistently warm praise for its beautifully decorated cottage-style rooms, thoughtful touches like door-step breakfast baskets and welcome cocktails, and a genuinely friendly team that handles issues with notable generosity. The main recurring gripes are practical: some mattresses lack support, the complimentary breakfast is light on protein and freshness, and a handful of guests found check-in impersonal and housekeeping absent during longer stays. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with most guests eager to return.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 26 · average 9.6
They wrote about: room, location, comfort
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 8
They wrote about: location, breakfast, room
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Drifthaven at Gearhart?
Yes, The Drifthaven at Gearhart is pet-friendly. Twelve unique coastal cottages are designated as pet-friendly accommodations.
What kind of breakfast is served?
Daily breakfast for two is included and delivered to the room. It features freshly baked local pastries, fruit, and juice.
What are the room amenities?
Rooms feature air-conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a mini-bar, and an outdoor fireplace. All rooms include in-room fireplaces and culinary pantries stocked with local treats.
Is parking available?
Yes, free daily self-parking is included for guests. The property also offers free parking as a signature feature.
How close is the hotel to the beach?
Del Rey Beach is a short walk away, approximately 8 minutes. Gearhart Ocean State Park is 0.62 km away.
Are there dining options on-site?
There are no on-site restaurants or bars mentioned. However, BBQ facilities and a picnic area are available in the garden.
What activities are available?
Guests can borrow bicycles, beach chairs, and clam digging kits. The property has a garden with lawn games and fire pits. Activities like hiking and golf are available off-site.
How far is the property from Portland International Airport?
The property is located 89 miles from Portland International Airport.
What types of rooms are available?
Room options include Classic King, Premium King, One Bedroom Retreat Suite, One Bedroom Haven Suite, and Two Bedroom Haven Suite.
Does the hotel offer Wi-Fi?
Yes, premium Wi-Fi is included for all guests as part of their stay.