Crescent Beach Motel in Crescent City, California

Crescent Beach Motel sits directly on Crescent Beach, the only motel in Crescent City with no road to cross between the rooms and the sand. Guests open the door to soft sand and the sound of the Pacific, with an oceanfront lawn for sunset watching and a step straight onto the shore. Sun loungers and beach chairs are available, and beach bonfire experiences take place on the sand.

All 28 rooms face the ocean. Adjoining rooms are available for larger groups. Rooms open onto outdoor sitting areas and picnic spots with direct beach access.

The motel has a garden, sun terrace, picnic area, and outdoor furniture. Guests can go canoeing, fishing, snorkelling, and windsurfing at the beach. A snack bar and vending machine are on site.

Battery Point Lighthouse is about 5 minutes up the coast, and downtown Crescent City is a 3-5 minute drive for dining, coffee, and the harbor. Trailheads in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park are roughly 9 miles away, about a 15-20 minute drive. Those distances put the motel close to local commerce and outdoor adventure activities.

Family-friendly accommodations include family rooms, adjoining rooms, and direct access to the sand. The front office staff is available daily and provides local recommendations for dining and outdoor activities. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out are available, and pets are allowed.

Location: Only motel directly on Crescent Beach, no road to cross

Rooms: 28 ocean-view rooms with adjoining rooms

Experience: Beach bonfire experiences on the sand

Activities: Canoeing, fishing, snorkelling, and windsurfing from the beach

Nearby: Battery Point Lighthouse 5 minutes, Redwoods trailheads 9 miles