Silver Sands Motel
1001 S Montesano St
Westport, WA
A 1969 Westport motel brought back to life: clean rooms, a fire pit, and the Pacific a short drive away.
This property is an Honorable Mention. It has been vetted and approved for our highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence. While it is still evolving toward our full design-led designation, it is a proven, reliable anchor for any road trip. We recommend it with confidence.
About Silver Sands Motel
Silver Sands Motel has stood on South Montesano Street in Westport since 1969, built during the town's commercial fishing boom. A husband and wife who discovered Westport on a road trip, fell hard for the town, and saw something in the Silver Sands worth saving, acquired the property in early 2022 and completed a full renovation of all rooms by June of that year. The single-story building retains the classic exterior-access motor lodge format: every room opens directly to the parking area. Westport sits at the southern tip of a long Pacific-facing peninsula at the mouth of Grays Harbor, about two and a half hours southwest of Seattle. It is a working fishing town: crab boats, charter fleets, and a working marina. The Grays Harbor Lighthouse, the tallest in Washington State, stands under a mile from the motel.
What Silver Sands Motel Is Known For
Silver Sands sits apart from other Westport lodging because the people who renovated it treated it as a passion project, not a value-add transaction. The owners' stated goal is to acquire older motels with stories worth preserving and bring them back into service: the Silver Sands is their first. The level of attention in the renovation, down to the matching bistro tables inside each room and on the covered patio outside, reflects owners who stay in hotels and pay attention to what matters. Guests in reviews from across two years describe rooms that exceeded what they expected from a coastal Washington motel, which is the clearest indicator that the work held.
Amenities
- Pets Welcome
- WiFi
- Outdoor fire pit and entertainment area
- Pet-friendly rooms available
- Outdoor shell and gear wash station
- TV
- Free parking
What Guests Love
- When one guest's 41st wedding anniversary coincided with their Silver Sands stay, management arranged a surprise bouquet of roses and a card at the door. Guests mention specific moments of hospitality like this across independent reviews.
- The outdoor fire pit and covered patio area give guests somewhere to be when the Pacific fog rolls in. The social space anchors the evenings in a way most coastal motels do not.
- The outdoor shell and gear wash station is a practical touch that reads as thought-through. After a day of beachcombing, crabbing, or surfing, having a dedicated wash area at the motel is the kind of detail you notice on the second trip.
Worth Knowing
- Silver Sands operates with self check-in via keyless entry and front desk staffing during limited hours. If you need in-person assistance, contact the property ahead of arrival.
- The TV system uses Roku. You will need your own streaming account credentials; sign out before you check out. The property has free channels if streaming accounts are not available.
- Some rooms have a tub and shower combination; others have a shower stall only. If this matters, ask about your specific room when booking.
- Pets are welcome. A pet fee applies; contact the property directly to confirm current amounts and any restrictions before booking.
The Room
Every room at Silver Sands was renovated in 2022 with consistent, well-considered finishes: wood laminate flooring, a coffeemaker, mini refrigerator, microwave, and a 50-inch TV. Beds are comfortable and well-reviewed across multiple platforms. Private en-suite bathrooms with renovated fixtures; a black face towel for makeup removal is a recurring detail in guest reviews, which is the kind of thing people notice when they appreciated it. Each room includes a bistro-style table and chairs inside, and matching chairs outside on the covered patio in front of the room. Complimentary bottled water. Free WiFi. All rooms face the parking area with direct exterior access. Some rooms are pet-friendly. Room configurations include queen and two-bed room, and suite with a separate living room.
The Grounds
The Silver Sands sits on South Montesano Street, the main road through the south end of Westport, in a single-story footprint where every room door faces the parking area and the parking is free and immediate. The outdoor fire pit and entertainment area is covered and holds a gas grill, giving guests a communal outdoor space that works in the rain, which is relevant for coastal Washington. A shell and gear wash station is available for guests returning from the beach. A small gift shop is on the property.
The Experience
Westport runs on the rhythms of the Pacific: crabbing season, charter fishing season, the surf swells that bring people up from Portland and Seattle between October and April. Silver Sands works as a home base for all of it. Self check-in via keypad keeps arrivals simple at any hour. Staff during operating hours are attentive by guest accounts, and the owners have replied personally to reviews since opening. Repeat guests, some of whom stayed at the original Silver Sands for decades, began returning after the 2022 renovation and welcomed the new owners publicly. The sister property, South Bay Inn, is a few blocks away on the same street for guests who need a second option in town.
Details
Westport, WA 98595
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Silver Sands Motel have EV charging?
No, Silver Sands Motel does not have EV charging.
Does Silver Sands Motel have WiFi?
Yes, Silver Sands Motel has WiFi.
What is there to do near Silver Sands Motel?
Grays Harbor Lighthouse: 0.9 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk. Westhaven State Park: 1.4 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there. Twin Harbors State Park: 1.6 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is Silver Sands Motel from Grays Harbor Lighthouse?
0.9 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
How far is Silver Sands Motel from Westhaven State Park?
1.4 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is Silver Sands Motel from Twin Harbors State Park?
1.6 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
Is Silver Sands Motel pet friendly?
Yes. Silver Sands Motel welcomes pets. A pet fee applies; contact the property directly to confirm current amounts and any restrictions before booking.
Does Silver Sands Motel have free parking?
Yes. Free on-site parking is immediately outside every room door. The single-story layout means there are no stairs and no shared corridors between you and your car.
How far is Silver Sands Motel from the beach?
The nearest surf beach at Westhaven State Park is about 1.4 miles south. The Grays Harbor Lighthouse bluff trail and Westport Light State Park beach are under one mile away. Westport Beach is approximately 1.2 miles from the motel.
What TV options does Silver Sands Motel offer?
Rooms are equipped with Roku TVs. You will need your own streaming account credentials to access paid services. Free Roku channels are available without an account. Sign out of personal accounts before checking out.
How far is Silver Sands Motel from downtown Westport?
The motel is about 1.4 miles from downtown Westport and the marina, a short drive for restaurants, charter fishing operations, crab docks, and the Westport Aquarium.
Is Silver Sands Motel open year-round?
Yes. Silver Sands Motel is open year-round. Westport is a functioning fishing and coastal town in all seasons, not just summer.
Does Silver Sands Motel have a pool?
Silver Sands Motel does not have a pool. The property has a communal fire pit area.
Does Silver Sands Motel include breakfast?
No. Breakfast is not included at Silver Sands Motel.
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Things to Do Near the Washington coast
Grays Harbor Lighthouse
0.9 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
0.9 miles, walkable along Westport's paved coastal trail. The Grays Harbor Lighthouse has stood since 1898 and at 107 feet is the tallest lighthouse in Washington State. Tours run Thursday through Sunday during operating season, with a guide at the top near the Fresnel lens. The 2-mile bluff trail connecting the lighthouse to Westport Light State Park follows the cliff above the Pacific.
Westhaven State Park
1.4 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
1.4 miles south, the break most associated with Westport surfing. Westhaven draws surfers from across the Pacific Northwest for its reliable beach break and wave quality, and is one of the most recognized surf spots on the Washington coast. Lessons and board rentals are available in town through local surf shops. The beach is accessible year-round.
Twin Harbors State Park
1.6 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
1.6 miles south of the motel along the coast. Twin Harbors is a large beachfront state park with campgrounds, beachcombing access, and direct Pacific shoreline along the Copalis Beach strip. The dunes and beach access here are a different character from the surf break at Westhaven: quieter, wider, and good for walking at any season.