When you stay at Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove in Shelter Cove, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Mal Coombs Park and 5 minutes by foot from Shelter Cove Marina. .This beach aparthotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Abalone Point and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Black Sands Beach.
Cape Mendocino Lighthouse at Shelter Cove - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Shelter Cove Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Abalone Point - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Black Sands Beach - 9 min drive - 2.2 miles
Getting around
Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive
Restaurants
Mario's Bar & Grill - 4 min walk
Surf Point Coffee + Bistro - 1 min walk
Mi Mochima - 3 min drive
Gyppo Ale Mill - 7 min walk
Black Sands Bistro - 3 min drive
About this property
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove offers 11 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Shelter Cove aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this aparthotel include gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and noon.
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove has a restaurant on site.
Property amenities
Beach
On a black sand beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Shared refrigerator
Dining
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
A restaurant
Champagne service
Bedrooms
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed: USD 30 per day
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Entertainment
50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Picnic area
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Computer station
Laptop workspace
Pets
Pet friendly
Fee: USD 35 per pet per night
Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Hardwood flooring in room
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Electrical adapters
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Limited-hour front desk
Local maps
Luggage storage
Proposal/romance packages
Restaurant dining guides
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Next to a golf course
Things to do
9-hole adjacent golf course
Fish cleaning table
Golf clubs/equipment
Shopping
Wine tours
Boat tours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
11 units
Access via exterior corridors
Banquet hall
Housekeeping (on request)
Individual decor
Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival 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), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
Pet fee: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day
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; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Oceanfront Inn Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Shelter Cove
Shelter Cove Inn
Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn
Oceanfront At Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Aparthotel
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Aparthotel Shelter Cove
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 420 out of 615 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 615 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 615 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 615 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 615 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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8/10 Good
Bruce
Feb 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Great location, clean room, friendly inn keeper.
Bruce
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Regina
Feb 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
We loved the view and the amenities.
Regina
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Thomas
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful room, great view , second time there will return!
Thomas
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Italo
Mar 6, 2026
It’s just magical!
Italo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
shane
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was perfect. I never saw the staff. The room exceeded all expectations. I know the hotel cannot control the weather, but the weather was perfect. My gf and I had a wonderful time and I would recommend this lodging every time.
BTW, if you go to the brewery, the ceviche is wonderful.
Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Elise
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice room & lovely outdoor seating are overlooking the water - enjoyed our stay!
Elise
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mike
Sep 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Overnight at The Cove
An excellent place to stay when in The Cove.
Easy to find, plenty of parking, superior vistas.
Mike
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher
May 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a beautiful place, great room options and staff was super friendly
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Gerald
May 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, clean and easy check-in.
Gerald
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
ronald
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication