The Ocean House Inn has a prime beachside location next to the beginning of the 4-mile-long geographic oddity known as the Homer Spit. It’s a good place from which to explore the town, but it’s also a good place to just sit and relax on your private patio or deck. Most of the Inn’s luxurious rooms have king and queen beds, with room for a crib or rollaway, plus a refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, robes and ultra-comfortable memory foam mattresses. Kids will love being able to run right out onto the beach, where they can explore tide pools and search for shells. Parents will appreciate the outdoor hot tub and the scenic views of the bay.
With its central location, much of downtown Homer is within walking distance of the Ocean House Inn. It’s a lovely 20-minute walk along Bishop’s Beach to the Kachemak Water Trail, which leads inland to the Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. There, you can learn about local sea life and area activities. Also close by is the Pratt Museum, which tells the story of Homer from the earliest Native Alaskans up to recent history. Take a drive down the Homer Spit to peruse the eclectic shops and restaurants at the harbor, or board a fishing charter to learn why Homer is known as the Halibut Fishing Capital of the World. You can rent kayaks, go whale watching, or sail across the bay to the scenic Grewingk Glacier Trail, an easy hike for all ages. The Ocean House Inn combines convenience with luxury to make for a great place for your family to stay on their big Alaska vacation.
