When you stay at Crescent Beach Motel in Crescent City, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Redwood National and State Parks and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. .This beach guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from South Beach and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Elk Valley Casino.
Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
Crescent City Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Ocean World - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
Elk Valley Casino - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
Getting around
Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Dutch Bros Coffee - 4 min drive
SeaQuake Brewing - 5 min drive
About this property
Crescent Beach Motel
Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun
Crescent Beach Motel offers 28 accommodations. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This guesthouse also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Beach towels
Dock
Garden
On the beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Desk
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 2 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 2 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Crescent Beach Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 133 reviews
10 - Excellent
87
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 133 reviews
8 - Good
15
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 133 reviews
6 - Okay
16
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 133 reviews
4 - Poor
8
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 133 reviews
2 - Terrible
7
8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Christina
Traveled with family and small children
Dec 3, 2025
Walls are very thin. Neighbors on second night were up and partying until 0500 in the morning. Extremely loud and disrespectful to all other patrons trying to rest. Staff are not onsite at nighttime hours.
This motel gave me exactly what I wanted: direct beach access without the big hotel prices. Falling asleep to the sound of the ocean felt like a luxury in itself.
I appreciated how clean the room was. The furniture is simple, but everything—from the bathroom to the bed linens—was spotless. It gave me peace of mind and made the stay very comfortable.
It was a rainy day and we were lucky to find such a great place to stay. The room was very clean, and the ocean view was beautiful. A wonderful experience overall.
We didn't feel safe parking the car in the parking lot. The walls were so thin, we heard every little noise. The room was old and needed upgrades. The view of the ocean and access to the beach was very nice.
I showed up after they closed, super later and couldn’t find my room but somebody was still able to answer my text and help me. Very kind & helpful staff. Beautiful room & view. Can’t wait to come back!
Traveling alone, I really valued how safe and welcoming it felt here. The staff at the desk were friendly, the room was tidy, and being able to step straight onto the sand made it feel special.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
The location was great. The first room we checked into had a small issue with the hot water, but the front desk quickly arranged a new room for us. Their attitude and helpfulness really touched us.
Kim
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
The views were beautiful, and the location was convenient. The room was clean and had the basics for a short stay. However, the property is older and could benefit from some updates. Overall, it was a simple and decent experience.
Simple but very cozy, and the front desk was really friendly. You can tell it’s an older motel, but the new owners are clearly working hard to bring it back to life.
The room was simple and had everything I needed, but what really makes this place stand out is the location. You just can’t beat being so close to the ocean — waking up to the sound of the waves was amazing.
I had a wonderful stay at this motel! It’s in a truly unique location — right by the coast with beautiful views you don’t often find elsewhere. The atmosphere feels peaceful and relaxing, perfect for a quiet getaway. The front desk staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with anything I needed. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. You can really feel that they care about their guests. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a special stay!
Parking was easy and was pet-friendly. We booked a garden view room but it was mostly parking and road view. Our room coffee machine didn’t work. The bathroom air conditioner was a window, If we decided to open the window, people who wanted to go to their rooms could easily see inside the bathroom and toilet. They hadn’t provided new toilet paper or tissues, and they ran out in less than half a day. The floor carpet was not clean.