Hotel at a Glance: The River Inn at Seaside

This recently built inn is located right along the Necanicum River and has already won awards for its charm, including the Nationwide Independent Lodging Award. It's set one block from Broadway Street restaurants, including Twisted Fish Steakhouse, and a short walk from the scenic beachfront and the Seaside Aquarium.

• Take a dip in the indoor saltwater pool.
• Watch a movie: Borrow titles from the inn's DVD library free of charge.
• Wake up to a complimentary continental breakfast each morning. The breakfast room will be closed until further notice, grab and go items are available.
• Free ride: Pedal along the waterfront with a complimentary rental bike.
• Relax on the patio near the onsite fire pit, and let the kids run free on the fenced-in playground.
• Local artwork hangs throughout the inn.

Seaside, Oregon: Coastal Beauty Surrounding a Family-Friendly Town

Located along Oregon’s Pacific coast, about 80 miles northwest of Portland, the resort town of Seaside has attracted beachcombers since the late 19th century. More recently, the coastal village has become a family destination marked by historical buildings, tree-lined boulevards, and plenty of kid-friendly activities, including mini golf, bumper cars, and arcades.

A 1.5-mile oceanfront promenade—known locally as the Prom—stretches along the beach, its boardwalk speckled with shops and restaurants near grass-covered dunes. Along the Prom, you’ll find a bronze statue of Lewis and Clark that faces the ocean at the historic Seaside Turnaround—the spot where the explorers are thought to have ended their epic westward trek. The Seaside Aquarium is also located along the promenade. Pop in to visit its aquatic residents, including a giant Pacific octopus, tropical fish, and several crowd-pleasing harbor seals.