Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Seaside travel guide

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You're Going to Love Seaside

With a population of 6,457, Seaside is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Seaside deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Seaside

Seaside in December
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Seaside in December
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Seaside in August, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 66.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 20.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Seaside, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Seaside

Plane

Although Seaside doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 70 miles from Seaside. Airlines that fly from the United States to Seaside include Alaska Airlines, Delta and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Seaside departs from Idaho Falls and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Seaside. The train station in Seaside is called Seaside, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Seaside is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 135 miles from Seaside. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Seaside.

Plane

Although Seaside doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 70 miles from Seaside. Airlines that fly from the United States to Seaside include Alaska Airlines, Delta and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Seaside departs from Idaho Falls and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Seaside. The train station in Seaside is called Seaside, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Seaside is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 135 miles from Seaside. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Seaside.

Airports near Seaside

PDXPortland

Airlines serving Seaside

Lufthansa
Good (7,944 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,910 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,326 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,195 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,758 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,959 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,219 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,293 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,953 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,274 reviews)
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Where to stay in Seaside

Average rates range from around $295 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $250 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include River Inn at Seaside and The Drifthaven at Gearhart.

Where to stay in popular areas of Seaside

Most booked hotels in Seaside

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Webb's Scenic Surf
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 710 reviews)
$200+
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Inn at Cannon Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1774 reviews)
$217+
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Hallmark Resort in Cannon Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 648 reviews)
$231+
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Surfsand Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 977 reviews)
$257+
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The Waves
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1382 reviews)
$187+
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Saltline Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 812 reviews)
$121+
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Renting a car in Seaside

Renting a car in Seaside costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Seaside (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.

Renting a car in Seaside costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Seaside (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47.