South Bay Inn
920 S. Montesano Street
Westport, WA
On South Bay since 1966. Renovated by the family that revived the street.
About South Bay Inn
South Bay Inn began in 1966 as Kampar's Inn on S. Montesano Street, a motor lodge on the south end of Westport where the bay opens toward Grays Harbor. The current owners, a husband and wife team, acquired the property and renovated it completely: tiled showers, bistro tables, kitchenettes, and updated fixtures throughout every room. The property sits steps from South Bay with water views from the upper floor. Stevie runs the day-to-day and guests name her directly in review after review as the reason they return. Westport is a working fishing town at the tip of a peninsula on the southwestern Washington coast, home to the largest charter fishing fleet on the outer Pacific Northwest coast.
What South Bay Inn Is Known For
South Bay Inn is the kind of renovation that honors what a motor lodge is built to do: pull up, walk in, be somewhere specific. The kitchenettes make extended Pacific coast stays practical in a way that hotels cannot replicate. The setting in a working fishing town with a real waterfront gives the stay a context that resort-coast properties cannot offer. The owners took a 1966 motor lodge, brought it back completely, and are running it with attention.
Amenities
- Pets Welcome
- WiFi
- Kitchenettes with burner in all rooms
- Fire pit seating areas
- Bay views from upper rooms
- Self check-in via keypad
- Complimentary coffee and bottled water
What Guests Love
- Stevie is named in review after review as the reason guests return: she communicates before arrival, handles every detail, and makes guests feel like personal guests rather than bookings.
- The kitchenette with burner in every room turns a stay into a practical base for Pacific coast cooking: Dungeness crab from the docks, razor clams from the beach, and a real kitchen to prepare them.
- Upper rooms face South Bay directly. The bay is a short walk from the property in any direction.
- Self check-in by keypad means late arrivals land without a front desk stop or a call to the owner.
- Located in a working Pacific fishing town rather than a resort coast destination, which makes for a more specific and less generic stay.
Worth Knowing
- Some front-facing rooms carry road noise. Rooms toward the back or bay side are quieter.
- Pets are welcome. A pet fee applies; contact the property directly to confirm current amounts and any restrictions before booking.
- Summer weekends in Westport book fast, especially during razor clam season and local events. Book well ahead for those dates.
- No restaurant on-site. Seafood options are within half a mile, centered around the marina district.
The Room
Rooms are in the classic motor lodge format: exterior doors, drive-up parking, and a direct path from the car to the room. Each includes a kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave, and burner, a bistro table, tiled walk-in shower, TV, and air conditioning. The upper rooms face the bay. Every room is stocked with complimentary bottled water and locally sourced coffee. Access is by keypad code, so self check-in works without a front desk stop.
The Grounds
Parking sits directly in front of each room door with no lobby in between. Fire pit seating areas are available for guest use in the evenings. The south end of Westport is quieter than the marina district half a mile north. South Bay is a short walk from the property. A coffee trailer operates nearby.
The Experience
Westport is a specific kind of coastal town: a working fishing fleet, charter boats running at dawn, razor clam digging on the outer beaches in season, and a surf break at Westport Light State Park. South Bay Inn is well-positioned for all of it. The kitchenette means you can pick up Dungeness crab from the docks and cook it that night in the room. The location on the bay puts guests away from the main Westport strip without being far from anything. Stevie is the consistent note in reviews: quick to communicate, attentive to the details, and present in the way that makes a small independently run property feel managed.
Details
Westport, WA 98595
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does South Bay Inn serve breakfast?
No, South Bay Inn does not serve breakfast.
Does South Bay Inn have WiFi?
Yes, South Bay Inn has WiFi.
What is there to do near South Bay Inn?
Westport Marina: 1 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk. Westport Light State Park: 1.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there. Twin Harbors Beach State Park: 4.5 miles, about a 10 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is South Bay Inn from Westport Marina?
1 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
How far is South Bay Inn from Westport Light State Park?
1.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is South Bay Inn from Twin Harbors Beach State Park?
4.5 miles, about a 10 minute drive, or you can bike there.
Does South Bay Inn have kitchens in the rooms?
Yes. Every room at South Bay Inn includes a kitchenette with a mini-fridge, microwave, and burner. It is a practical setup for guests who want to cook in the room after picking up crab or clams from the docks.
Does South Bay Inn allow pets?
Yes. Pets are welcome. A pet fee applies; contact the property directly to confirm current amounts and any restrictions before booking.
Does South Bay Inn have a pool?
No. South Bay Inn does not have an on-site pool. The bay and ocean beaches are accessible within a short walk or drive.
How far is South Bay Inn from the Westport Marina?
The Westport Marina is about 1 mile north of South Bay Inn, a short drive or a pleasant walk along the waterfront. The marina is the main departure point for charter fishing in the area.
Is South Bay Inn close to the beach or water?
South Bay Inn is steps from South Bay. The upper rooms face the bay directly. Westport Light State Park, with a surf beach and dune trail, is about 1.3 miles southwest.
Is there EV charging at South Bay Inn?
No. South Bay Inn does not have EV charging. EV charging options in Westport are limited; plan accordingly if arriving in an electric vehicle.
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Things to Do Near the Washington Coast
Westport Marina
1 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
1 mile north on the peninsula. Westport's working marina is the largest charter fishing port on the outer Pacific Northwest coast, with boats running daily for bottomfish, salmon, halibut, and Dungeness crab. Fresh catch is available at the docks.
Westport Light State Park
1.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
1.3 miles southwest. The park anchors the tip of the Westport Peninsula with a sandy surf break, dune trails, and the Grays Harbor Lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse in Washington at 107 feet. Surfing access here is among the best on the Washington coast.
Twin Harbors Beach State Park
4.5 miles, about a 10 minute drive, or you can bike there.
4.5 miles south on the outer coast. Twin Harbors is one of the most popular beach camping parks in Washington, with direct ocean beach access, a dune forest, and razor clam digging when seasons are open. Day use is free.