Coos Bay

Travel Guide
Coos Bay showing a marina
This may be the largest city on the coast of Oregon, but its small-town charm will enchant you. Explore the beautiful parks scattered throughout the area. 

It is easy to understand why people want to visit and settle in Coos Bay, the largest city on the Oregon coast. Enjoy its prime location on a stunning bay sandwiched between lush forests and the Pacific Ocean. Its legacy of shipbuilding and timber has made Coos Bay a significant commercial hub. 

Although most people travel to Coos Bay to savor the beautiful surroundings, the town itself is also a great place to spend the day. After exploring the downtown shops and restaurants, stroll through Mingus Park. This complex includes a swimming pool, amphitheater, playground, picnic areas, tennis courts, 18-hole disc golf course and sports fields.  

Coos Bay also has several great museums. Coos Art Museum is located in a former U.S. post office and has nearly 500 permanent collections, along with rotating exhibits and lectures throughout the year. Learn about the railroad industry that helped shape the city at the Oregon Coast Historic Rail Museum. See relics from the logging heyday, such as a 1922 steam locomotive that transported lumber from the area’s forests.

Drive a few miles southwest to reach some of the most beautiful parks on Oregon’s coast. Cape Arago State Park is located on a dramatic headland jutting into the Pacific Ocean. Hike along the park’s trails or try fishing on the beach. Just offshore, hundreds of sea lions and seals make their home on Shell Island.

Visit the dramatic cliff-top oasis of Shore Acres State Park. See the coast’s natural beauty and sprawling manicured formal gardens. From your high vantage point, watch seals and whales swim below or observe a storm rolling in over the water.

Coos Bay is located along Highway 101, the famous route running north and south along the entire length of America’s west coast. Fly into Southwest Oregon Regional Airport in North Bend, a 10-minute drive outside of town. 

Motel 6 Coos Bay, OR
Motel 6 Coos Bay, OR
2 out of 5
1445 N Bayshore Dr, Coos Bay, OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$508 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
HK$508
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this motel in Coos Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,008 reviews)
Cigarette smell
"Parking lot was well lit. Our room was quiet. The bed was good. Towels were well supplied. Everything looked clean. However, it smelled of cigarette smoke and we had to take the lid off the toilet tank and mess with its inner workings to get it to flush."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Motel 6 Coos Bay, OR
Edgewater Inn and Suites
Edgewater Inn and Suites
2 out of 5
275 E. Johnson Ave., Coos Bay, OR
The price is HK$803 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
HK$803
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this motel in Coos Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"We stayed in a room that was recently remodeled. It was very nice and really spacious. The staff were fantastic at check in and check out. The coffee in the morning was great too. The only complaint is that the people above us were up late and we could hear everything. It's a good thing we are heavy ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Edgewater Inn and Suites
Red Lion Hotel Coos Bay
Red Lion Hotel Coos Bay
3 out of 5
1313 N Bayshore Dr, Coos Bay, OR
The price is HK$938 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
HK$938
per night
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coos Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Easy to locate from freeway"

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2024

Red Lion Hotel Coos Bay
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Rustic Cabin Wrap-around View
Rustic Cabin Wrap-around View
Coos Bay
Stay at this cabin in Coos Bay. Enjoy 1 bedroom. Popular attractions Coos Bay Boardwalk and Coos Historical & Maritime Museum are located nearby. Discover genuine ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Hideaway
"Loved it, so nice to unplug for a bit, snuggle with my husband by the fire, super close to town, if you dont wanna try out the composting toilet 😀"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2023

Rustic Cabin Wrap-around View
Bay Point Landing
Bay Point Landing
3.5 out of 5
92443 Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay, OR
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Coos Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Coos Historical & Maritime Museum and Bastendorff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"This place was amazing! Such beautifully designed community areas, including a game room, gym, and indoor pool. We loved the tiny house! Wonderful stay! Will recommend to anyone traveling in the Coos Bay Area."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Bay Point Landing
Oceanfront Home, Lighthouse, Beach Access, Amazing Sunsets,
Oceanfront Home, Lighthouse, Beach Access, Amazing Sunsets,
Coos Bay
Stay at this beach vacation home in Coos Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews)
Great getaway with easy access to the beach.
"Nice place to stay overall. Great views. Close to Sunset Beach, Shore Acres (which has the Botanical Gardens), Cape Arago, Bastendorf Beach, and Charleston. When in Charleston, make sure you visit Portside restaurant for high end eats. Some of the appliances in the rental are in need of replacement. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2024

Oceanfront Home, Lighthouse, Beach Access, Amazing Sunsets,
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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