Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Cycling, Surfing & Kayaking
Surfers and body boarders can head a quarter-mile from the highway parking lot to
Short
Sand Beach
, which offers good waves. Rent bicycles (or kites) from
Manzanita Bikes &
Boards
( 503-368-3337;
www.manzanitabikesandboards.com
;
170 Laneda Ave; bicycle rental
per hour $9)
. There are kayaking opportunities just 4 miles south in Wheeler.
Sleeping & Eating
For vacation rentals, see
www.manzanitarentals.com
.
Inn at Manzanita
INN$$$
( 503-368-6754;
www.innatmanzanita.com
; 67 Laneda Ave; d $179-199; )
This very
pleasant inn is right on the main street. There are 14 cozy rooms, all with fireplace, bal-
cony and jetted tub. The larger suites are best for families and come with kitchenette;
there's also a large three-bedroom penthouse apartment ($385). Two-night minimum in
summer.
Sunset Surf Motel
MOTEL$$$
( 503-368-5224;
www.sunsetsurfocean.com
; 248 Ocean Rd; d $84-174; )
Beachside
motel with wide range of rooms (including one-bedroom units) in three buildings. Many
rooms are large, with kitchenettes and ocean views. Room 27 has one of the best views.
Coast Cabins
APARTMENT$$$
$$$
( 503-368-7113;
www.coastcabins.com
; 635 Laneda Ave; d $215-425; )
Just six luxurious
suites are available at this lovely retreat near the entrance to town. All come with con-
temporary furnishings and kitchenette, half are two-story affairs and four have private
outdoor Jacuzzi. The simple, lovely gardens provide plenty of privacy.
Bread & Ocean
AMERICAN$
( 503-368-5823;
www.breadandocean.com
;
154 Laneda Ave; panini $8.50; 7:30am-2pm Wed-
Sat, 8am-2pm Sun)
You'll have to line up for exceptional panini, pasta salads and
baked goods at this small but excellent bakery-deli, a beloved local institution. Most
meats are baked on the premises. The cute garden patio is a must on warm days.
Manzanita News & Espresso
CAFE$
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