South Jetty Inn
984 Pacific Dr
Hammond, OR
At the Edge Where the River Meets the Sea.
About South Jetty Inn
South Jetty Inn sits in the tiny community of Hammond, Oregon, three miles from where the Columbia River empties into the Pacific at the south jetty. The property is owned and operated by a couple who bring a distinct personality to every room, each decorated with what guests describe as specific and charming humor. A coffee trailer on the property serves espresso drinks each morning. Hammond is a working coastal community at the edge of Fort Stevens State Park, and the inn feels like an insider's find for travelers willing to drive past Astoria's tourist core. The location, at the tip of the Oregon Coast where the river and ocean meet, is one of the most geographically specific lodging addresses on the coast.
What South Jetty Inn Is Known For
Owner-operated properties at the scale of South Jetty Inn rarely achieve the level of design care and hospitality that guests consistently report here. The themed rooms could easily read as gimmicky. They do not. The humor is specific, the execution is careful, and the owners' attention to their guests is evident across every recent account of a stay.
Amenities
- Pets Welcome
- WiFi
- On-site coffee trailer
- ADA-accessible room
What Guests Love
- Each room is individually themed with a distinctive sense of humor that reviewers consistently describe as charming and specific rather than generic.
- The owners are hands-on and genuinely invested in the guest experience, going out of their way to assist when circumstances call for it.
- A coffee trailer on the property serves espresso drinks and food each morning, eliminating the need to drive before breakfast.
- The location in Hammond, at the tip of Oregon's north coast peninsula where the Columbia River meets the Pacific, is one of the more unusual lodging addresses on the Oregon Coast.
- Fort Stevens State Park, one of Oregon's largest state parks, is within a few minutes' drive for beach access, military history, and wildlife viewing.
Worth Knowing
- The property is in the small community of Hammond, about 8 miles southwest of downtown Astoria. Plan grocery runs around the drive since the immediate area has limited services.
- A restaurant and bar operate within easy walking distance of the inn.
- Book early for summer weekends. The property fills quickly given the limited lodging options in the area.
- The south jetty beach at Fort Stevens is a working coast beach with logs, wind, and rough surf. It is not a swimming beach but it is a striking one.
The Room
Each room at South Jetty Inn is individually themed and decorated with what guests consistently describe as a specific and assured sense of humor. The themes reflect the owners' inventive eye rather than a generic coastal aesthetic. Rooms are immaculately maintained and range from standard accommodations to an ADA-accessible room designed to accommodate wheelchair users in both the bathroom and sleeping area. Beds across the property earn consistent praise for comfort.
The Grounds
A coffee trailer parked on the property serves espresso drinks and food in the morning, anchoring the start of the day without requiring a drive. A restaurant and bar operate within easy walking distance. Fort Stevens State Park is minutes away by car, with the south jetty beach access less than a mile from the property. The immediate neighborhood is Hammond, a small working community at the tip of the Oregon peninsula, quiet and genuinely removed from the main coast tourist corridor.
The Experience
The experience at South Jetty Inn is shaped by its owners as much as any individual amenity. Guests describe finding rooms that have been thought through and cared for, where the design choices are specific and intentional. The owners' dog, Luna, greets arrivals. The coffee trailer in the morning, the proximity to Fort Stevens and the south jetty beach, and the general feeling of being in an out-of-the-way coastal community make this a particular kind of Oregon Coast stay. It rewards travelers who are looking for something with personality rather than polish.
Details
Hammond, OR 97121
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does South Jetty Inn have EV charging?
No, South Jetty Inn does not have EV charging.
Does South Jetty Inn have WiFi?
Yes, South Jetty Inn has WiFi.
What is there to do near South Jetty Inn?
Fort Stevens State Park: 0.7 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk. South Jetty of the Columbia River: 1.5 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there. Astoria: 8 miles, about a 15 minute drive.
How far is South Jetty Inn from Fort Stevens State Park?
0.7 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
How far is South Jetty Inn from South Jetty of the Columbia River?
1.5 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is South Jetty Inn from Astoria?
8 miles, about a 15 minute drive.
Is South Jetty Inn pet friendly?
Contact the property directly to confirm current pet policy before booking.
How close is South Jetty Inn to Fort Stevens State Park?
Fort Stevens State Park is less than a mile from South Jetty Inn in Hammond. Beach access, military history sites, and hiking trails are all within the park, a short drive from the property.
Does South Jetty Inn offer breakfast?
South Jetty Inn does not include breakfast, but a coffee trailer on the property serves espresso drinks and food each morning.
Does South Jetty Inn have a pool?
No. The property does not have a pool. Fort Stevens State Park beach access is within a mile.
How far is South Jetty Inn from Cannon Beach?
South Jetty Inn in Hammond is about 25 miles north of Cannon Beach, a scenic 30 to 35 minute drive south along US-101.
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Things to Do Near Fort Stevens and the Columbia River Estuary
Fort Stevens State Park
0.7 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
Fort Stevens is one of Oregon's largest state parks and the only United States military installation in the lower 48 states to be attacked by a foreign power since the War of 1812, shelled by a Japanese submarine in 1942. Beach access, a historic military battery complex, and miles of hiking and biking trails run through the park.
South Jetty of the Columbia River
1.5 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
The south jetty marks the point where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean, one of the most treacherous river mouth crossings on the North American coast. The jetty road leads to an observation area where river traffic, migrating seabirds, and Pacific surf converge at the Clatsop Spit.
Astoria
8 miles, about a 15 minute drive.
Astoria is the oldest permanent American settlement west of the Rocky Mountains, its Victorian hillside neighborhoods rising above the Columbia River. The Astoria Column, Fort Clatsop National Memorial, the Columbia Maritime Museum, and miles of riverwalk are all within a 15-minute drive.