The life center was amazing. It was nice to be able to touch, feel and feed some of the animals…read morethere. I would absolutely recommend to everyone to take the time to check it out.

This is a great spot to visit, especially for kids. It's next to a working shrimp/fish processing…read morefacility. Volunteer staff are amazing, and let my son help feed some of the sea life in the touch tanks. I've never seen an abalone eat, let alone move around so close! They also had a octopus visiting that was donated from a local boat. Overall great learning and clean and organized. Not large so only takes 30-45 minutes and cost is $5 per adult, kids free and funds help with the research.

We passed this place driving to Brookings, and decided to come back. We fell in love with all the…read morepieces in this shop. Honestly I would've taken all of them home if I could've. Bryce, the owner/artist, is very friendly and it's really nice to see someone do something they're passionate about. We were able to watch him make a few pieces and he makes it look so easy. My friend and I purchased a few pieces to bring home to Texas. I can't wait to receive them in the mail! Definitely go see his shop if in the area. His stuff is beautiful and elegant.

Vines Art Glass was an unexpected find amid the tall trees of Bandon (The area is amazing on its…read moreown!) The owner Bryce Dimitrukwas a pleasure to meet. He made us welcome and was happy to share how he made the various pieces. The prices were excellent for the beauty and uniqueness of the items. We are very glad we stopped there!

My family and I have been staying at Sunset Oceanfront Lodging during our Bandon visits for…read moredecades, and we adore this place! The family that owns it is so kind and the front staff even remembers my brother-in-law. We stay almost exclusively in the Vern Brown Addition, which has GORGEOUS views of the beach. :) It's also super easy for beach access, with stairs leading down directly to the beach. While Vern Brown is not pet friendly, there are other pet friendly rooms available. Last year, we stayed with our pup and it was so cute to arrive with a couple dog biscuits in the room waiting for her! All in all, this place is a home away from home for my family, and we look forward to many continued Bandon visits at Sunset. :)

This place is amazing. Friendly staff and beautiful rooms. And the sunsets are amazing and the…read morerocks and downtown. Downtown is such a quaint area with cutest shops you can imagine. With goodies hidden in each one rather it be treats to eat or adorable clothing. And an awesome bait shop that you can get all your fishing needs met and the best fish tacos ever. If you have not stayed here and watched the Sunset you are truly missing out.

The blueberries are great, the staff was helpful and friendly, the prices on you pick were less…read morethan other area farms, the drive was relaxing and beautiful. The Only sketch thing was the bridge you have to cross to get to the property, a little bit scary!!!

A beautiful drive to this great blueberry farm. Trees were…read moreloaded with berries. Picnic tables to snack and rest in between picking. Friendly staff/owner

My fiance and I stayed in Room 4 in mid July for a very reasonable price, considering the room and…read morelocation. Perfect location, as the Sea Star is in close proximity to everything downtown; the room was quiet, intimate, very clean, with a romantic beachy ambiance (seemed recently remodeled). The bed was extremely comfortable and free Wi-Fi was a bonus. There is a small, beautifully designed courtyard and beyond it is the back entrance to an amazing wine bar / restaurant (Alloro's). The owners (Bill and Pat) were extremely friendly and helpful. We look forward to visiting again!

HOSTEL - Sea Star - U (unaffiliated) (not part of Hostelling Intl.)…read more I'm a frequent hosteler, and The Sea Star Hostel was one of my Oregon coastal favorites. My favorite room had a loft spot to sleep, and was private with a great view of the harbor. Kitchen and lounge areas were clean and I met some nice hostelers too. If you enjoy hosteling, this is a good one to visit. They also rent full guesthouse rooms, separately, with views, but I have only stayed at the hostel. Hosteling is very different from hotelling, and it is NOT for everyone, so I would rate this 3 or 4 stars for a hostel, but if you compare it to a regular hotel, i have no idea. Hostels are not camping, not bed and breakfasts, but nor are they hotels or motels, so I have no idea really how to rate them, except hostel to hostel. Hosteling is affordable, social and educational. Someday I'd love to own a hostel.

In discovering wonderful retreats to enjoy, this is an exceptional place…read more Beautiful location, gorgeous house, and descriptions which were entirely accurate:) Of particular note, regarding proprietors of B&B's, there is good customer service, and then there is phenomenal customer service. I am delighted to say that the owners fall into the latter :) Not only do you feel welcomed, but also any challenges you find with the area or other businesses are dealt with efficiently and supportively. A true gem: worth every penny!

We have stayed at a few bed and breakfasts Over the years. Some good and some not so good. We…read morethoroughly enjoyed staying here. The purveyors of the establishment are friendly and enjoy striking up conversation. While there is not much in the way of dining in the immediate area, there is a list of restaurants in the room to assist in your search...might I recommend Edgewaters in Bandon. See my other review for details. Dining is about 25-30 minutes away by car. We stayed in the North Room of the B&B and enjoyed awesome views, a wood burning fireplace, comfy bed, time spent sipping wine and enjoying the sunset from our semi-private deck. For anyone looking for a romantic getaway, an opportunity to connect with nature (or reconnect with your loved one) this is it! Wi-do clocked in with a good speed if needed, but no TV on site to distract from the beautiful scenery. I highly recommend staying here if you roll through this area.

Okay, there are some really quirky things here but for the folks who don't want to read: yes, I…read morewould stay here again. A few things that are true: - These are Hobbit Houses. Everything is small. The beds, the rooms, the stove, the shower, the toilet. All smaller than you are used to. Definitely not ADA accessible. - This place is old. It smells like your Great Aunt's house and you'll be checking the cupboards for Ribbon Candy. - The place is clean. Spotless. Linens were fresh and not a speck of dust or dirt anywhere. Dishes, cups, everything. Super clean. - It's not modern. At all. You'll use a real key. You'll get a handwritten receipt for your stay. The WiFi is a strange little router plugged in to a random ceiling plug. The stove is small and has coil burners. - It has great beach access. Out your back door and a few steps away. Okay, several steps but still close. - Close to the old town. You're about a 5 minute drive to the old downtown and far off the highway so there is no noise. - It's expensive. A tad uncomfortable with the price but you're paying for the beach access and view. There is a chain hotel across the street that is significantly cheaper but if you want the access, get your credit card out. Hotels / motels are limited in this town and this was the best option we saw. We will stay here again. Once you get over the "weird" of the room set up (it takes about an hour) you will really like the place.

This review is difficult for me to write because, honestly, I wanted to love this place…read more The location is beautiful. The proximity to the beach is outstanding, the setting is relaxing, and the property has tremendous potential to provide a wonderful coastal experience. That is part of what makes this experience so disappointing. I did not want to write this review out of anger or spite. In fact, my initial goal was simply to alert management to a serious issue so it could be addressed before another guest experienced the same thing. During my stay, I discovered multiple bed bugs on the bedding. I photographed the insects, photographed where they were found, and documented the resulting bites. The issue was significant enough that we felt unsafe remaining in the room. What happened next was even more disappointing than the discovery itself. We immediately attempted to contact the hotel for assistance. We called the regular hotel phone number, called the emergency contact number posted on the office door, and sent multiple emails. Despite repeated attempts, we received no response. With no assistance available, we were forced to find alternative accommodations late at night, around 10:00 PM, incurring additional expenses, stress, disruption to our travel plans, and concern about possible exposure to our belongings. The following morning, because all of our attempts to contact management had gone unanswered, we returned to the property in person to speak with management directly. I was not looking for a confrontation. I was looking for compassion, accountability, and reassurance that the matter would be taken seriously. Instead, I left feeling dismissed, disrespected, and treated as though my concerns were an inconvenience rather than a legitimate health and safety issue. I will also note that management declined to accept responsibility for the condition of the room. While I cannot speak to when the issue originated or whether management was previously aware of it, the number of insects I discovered and documented left me deeply concerned about the extent of the problem. To management's credit, a refund was eventually issued. However, a refund does not erase the experience, the inconvenience of having to relocate late at night, the bites, the anxiety of potentially bringing bed bugs home, or the feeling that our concerns were not genuinely heard. What troubles me most is that I sincerely expressed my hope that the issue was isolated and encouraged management to thoroughly investigate it for the protection of future guests. My purpose then, and now, is not retaliation. It is concern that another family may unknowingly find themselves in the same position. I hope the hotel conducts a thorough inspection and remediation of any affected rooms. Every guest deserves a clean, safe place to sleep and a management team that responds promptly and compassionately when serious concerns arise.

They are crooked Slime balls. Reserved a room but had to cancel it over a month before the…read morecancellation date. They still charged me for both days I booked saying I didn't cancel. Provided them with their emailed cancellation confirmation. They refunded one day. Said they didn't charge me for two days. Provided my Visa statement showing charges for both days. They still will not refund my money! They commit credit card fraud with a smile on their face.

We had to drive to another motel to check in and then had to drive to the motel to pick up our…read morebreakfast. Are you kidding me?