Long Beach Peninsula Travel Guide

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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 3.341.056 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
3.341.056 ₫
3.969.904 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,422 reviews)
The room I stayed in was beautiful and clean. Breakfast was hot and good. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Chautauqua Resort & Conference Center
The Seaview Cottages

The Seaview Cottages

3 out of 5
3728 Pacific Way Seaview WA
Stay at this motel in Seaview. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Easy check in. Room in perfect shape and smelled amazing upon entering. Clean linens and towels. Super comfy bed. Only tiny gripe is the size of the shower for anyone 6’ or taller, you might struggle to scrub up lol. Everything else was amazing!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

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Adrift Hotel

Adrift Hotel

4 out of 5
409 Sid Snyder Dr. Long Beach WA
The price is 2.799.439 ₫ per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
2.799.439 ₫
3.510.366 ₫ total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
Room was great. Staff nice and helpful

Reviewed on 21 Feb 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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
The cottage was cleaned. Freshly renovated and the owner was very kind and responsive. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a solo getaway!

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
The room had a big gap all the way down the front door which left us with a very cold draft, the shower stall was flush with the floor so when we showered it flooded the bathroom floor, in the description it says your on the beach NOPE" There is no where to store your clothes, no closet no dresser. ...

Reviewed on 13 Feb 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

View of wooden boardwalk trail across the beach grass wetland, leading to the beach; Longbeach, Washington, United States of America

Long Beach Boardwalk

Explore the great outdoors at Long Beach Boardwalk, a lovely green space in Long Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Long Beach Boardwalk
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
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
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
Long Beach Ferris Wheel at Dusk Beyond Palm Trees

Long Beach Carnival Park

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Long Beach Carnival Park as part of your trip to Long Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Long Beach Carnival Park

Cities near Long Beach Peninsula

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

Ilwaco

Ruby Beach landscape with some silhouetted conifers in the foreground on a sunny day, Olympic National Park, Washington state, USA.

Ocean Park

Fantastic view looking towards the historic cannery, snow-capped mountains, wild flowers, mud flats and way in the background, the oyster beds. June 2019 #Nature

Oysterville

South Bend which includes signage

South Bend