At The Helm Hotel & Waterline Pub

This is a rustic and comfortable hotel. Located across from the Illwaco harbor. We had a large room with a very comfortable bed. A full breakfast is delivered to your room. There's a bar and restaurant on the first floor, good food and an extensive drink menu. We enjoyed our relaxing stay - the hostess was very helpful.

The wife and I stayed here during a trip up the coast a couple of weeks ago. I will say I've stayed in a couple spots in and near illwaco now, and for a small fishing town, this place is luxury. If you are someone accustomed to a little more fancy and staying in this awesome little town, this is your place. Whoever put together the rooms did a great job. Each room is a little different with its own touch. The upstairs rooms are a little more spacious. The complimentary beer or wine on arrival is an awesome perk. I wish I remembered the gals name who took care of us, but she did great getting us booked unannounced, helping us get situated before the hockey game started while also running the restaurant.

So I am a first timer here and the atmosphere was really what you want and expect from a small town coastal vibe. The staff Sammy, Grace and Lao were exceptional… I am thoroughly enjoying my beverage and the Lao tacos are amazing. If your in the area do yourself a favor and check out this local hidden treasure.

We stayed here during the pandemic as the first stop on our Epic Pandemic Hwy 101 Roadtrip of 2020 ™ and loved it so much that we’ve told everyone who would listen about it and have talked about going back ever since. We finally did it this weekend. Dropped of the pooch (ATH is not pet friendly and is adult only - which is so refreshing in a part of the country where dogs and kids run wild in adult establishments on a regular basis) and went on a last minute trip down from Seattle. So pleased that my memory didn’t disappoint me. They still had well kept, lovely and cozy rooms. Still amazing service. Still great food. We’ll be back again. Hopefully sooner than 5 years next time.

If you want a low key yet beautiful and accommodating hotel, this is the place to be! Beautiful woodwork all throughout. Beds are extremely comfortable. Sauna and hot tub are cedar and so relaxing! We spent a whole week there and had the hotel to ourselves! No other guests. It was quiet and peaceful. The owner comes in every morning and makes a delicious breakfast. The restaurant on the ground floor has delicious food and drinks. The hotel has a no kids policy. It is quiet and clean. The towels are nice and thick. The showers are awesome. 10 out of 10 we will stay here again!

Highly recommend! Upon arriving we were greeted with a smile and offered a glass of wine, beer or cider. We stayed in Elena N, a beautiful corner room full of windows that let in a lot of natural light with wonderful views of the harbor. Ilwaco is a small marina with mainly offshore fishing charters so don’t be surprised when you hear a few starting up to motor out. The bed was luxurious, we left the windows cracked for the ocean air. Breakfast was served promptly in room and perfectly delicious. Waterline Pub in house has a fabulous menu and outdoor seating with a fire pit, we enjoyed the seasonal offerings. This is an adults only hotel so keep that in mind when booking.