Old Wheeler Hotel

I absolutely loved my time here!
I first heard about the Old Wheeler Hotel when I read about something called «The Wheeler Moment», a strange but common occurrence which involves synchronicity of some sort. Intrigued, I wanted to find out more about it and investigate the area a bit.
First of all, the entire Nehalem Bay and Nehalem Valley area is just beyond beautiful. On one side you have the bay and the ocean, on the other side you have the mountains and the valleys, all of it dominated by Neahkahnie Mountain which apparently Native Americans consider to be a holy mountain and local legends suggest hidden Spanish treasure to be buried somewhere in the vicinity.
I had Room 3 and had a direct view of Neahkahnie Mountain and the bay greet me each morning. It was wonderful.
Decorated with antiques, beautiful rugs, the rooms are very, very comfortable and clean and Katie was a gracious host who made a continental style breakfast available each morning in the common room which also had a view of the bay and mountain. The ambiance is definitely romantic and comfortable. There’s books to read and quite a special collection of DVD films, films with a feel-​good and spiritual inclination, titles like «An Affair to Remember», «The Ghost and Mrs. Muir» or «The Big Lebowski.»
I had my own bathroom which was also super clean and stocked with top of the line shampoos and essentials. I don’t know if I will ever be back in this magical area of the Oregon coast but I’d stay here in a heartbeat again. There’s definitely a special energy here.

What a beautiful and romantic place! We stayed in the honey moon suite. So worth it 2 person jetted tub over looking bay. Will be back!!! And right across from the Rising Star!!! A must super amazing food!

My man and I rented room 5 with an Amazon Local deal for a two-​night Valentine’s week special. I specifically requested room 5 because it has a jacuzzi (who wouldn’t?) and I do not regret it. This is my first night here and I’ve already been in the jacuzzi twice. I’m in college, I don’t usually get such nice things, and what a treat this is.
The entrance is sweetly accented with old bellhop jackets (I had to resist trying them on, they’re really cool). Vintage telephones are in every corner; you can pick them up at any moment to call the owner and she will attend to any need you might have. When she greeted us she gave us a friendly walk-​through of the place and recommended several restaurants she likes. We gabbed for a bit about food and films, she’s a sweetheart.
Champagne and truffles were waiting in our room along with a little nametag greeting on the door. There was a fancy makeup remover towelette above the sink (the little details make all the difference).
I don’t think the antiques or art are eerie at all. In fact, I spent a long while walking around in my fancy lace nightgown (when in Rome), exploring all of the beautiful floor lamps, the armoires (Ohhhhh, the ARMOIRES), the art and the mirrors. I’ve lived in a real haunted house, you guys, and it was nowhere near as warm and inviting as this place.
There is always tea and popcorn available, as well as boardgames and a lovely selection of classic movies. Tip: Some Like it Hot is even better in this hotel.
I think tomorrow we’ll go antiquing and walk on the beach, then come back and soak in the jacuzzi again. Ahhh, luxury.
This is a wonderful place for anniversaries, proposals or even just getting away to relax for a few days. Highly recommended over any Marriot or Ramada that you’d get for the same price (or more).

What a wonderful place the Old Wheeler Hotel is.
The rooms are furnished tastefully and simply, and have a view of the bay. Nothing makes me relax and not think of work like gazing out over the bay as I thoughtfully gulp down my morning coffee. Said coffee is available in the common room, which also contains a fridge for necessities such as beer, continental breakfast in the morning, and a good looking chess board.
Bathrooms are big, staff is friendly, rooms don’t break the bank. Reading the in-​room guest book entries in funny voices provides much entertainment. Hell, what more could one ask for?

Out of the way place in between «bigger» cities on the pacific. Great touch of a welcome sign at the door with our names on it. Continental breakfast served between 8am and 10am. We stayed in room 7, which is more to the back, no scenery out the windows, but we weren’t there for that, we were out most of the time and only went to sleep and enjoy the two person whirlpool tub. They have movies you can watch, a common room with games, coffee, a common fridge to place your wine in etc. GREAT place for a getaway. It will be on my list for another get away. The rooms are small, quaint and private, more of a bed and breakfast feel and it was so nice and quiet. NO offense to kids, we have our own, but not a place to bring them, I believe that it is mostly for an adult getaway.

Quaint, charming and spirited! I had such a great weekend at the Old Wheeler Hotel. Room #5 was recommended as the active spirit room; however, nothing happened during my stay. I had such a great stay — comfortable accommodations and overall great stay. I can’t wait to come back!

We loved this old hotel! The antiques, beautiful view of the bay, comfortable beds, jacuzzi tub, free classic movies, and friendly staff made us feel completely relaxed and truly on vacation. If you are lucky, you might meet the owners, Katie and Greg. Their kindness and attention to detail make this hotel special. I found some great treasures in the antique store next door, too. Dinner at the Rising Star steps away was a delight. Although Wheeler is just a block long, the area has additional little towns to explore and breathtaking coastline ranging from sandy beaches to forested cliffs, rivers and streams. We will return!

So, let’s be clear — Wheeler, Oregon is not a metropolis. There’s nothing to see. Town is a block long. But for a romantic getaway with someone with whom you can, shall we say, make your own fun, the Old Wheeler Hotel is pretty close to perfect. Great room with interesting furnishings, just this side of twee without going over (okay, the Piano Lounge is a little much, but it’s not awful). Beds are big, jacuzzi tubs are lovely, organic EO bath products are never bad. Break fast, though modest, was decent and the coffee was really good. Overall, really charming.
If I was able to hear less noise from the room next door (oh, sir, please turn down your television) and if I had not been so roundly scolded for going into my room unsupervised when the various telephones failed to produce the staff person I’d be almost ready to give five stars. But not quite. Still, totally worth a visit.

We stayed at the Old Wheeler Mid-​week, and it was incredible! I was a little skeptical of «old hotels» in general, but we made reservations late and Anne found it online, so we decided to try it. I was amazed at how helpful the staff was, and the 1900s ambiance of the place. Room 5 is large, and the bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was fine and I requested and received clean towels each day of our visit. The continental breakfast is very adequate, English muffins and Harry and David jam got us going each morning, or there was yogurt, bagels and fresh fruit. The herd of 36 or more elk in the meadow across the river was a nice addition too. I want to go back soon! Oh, don’t forget about the ghosts ! They were no shows for us, but Katy (the owner) tells fascinating tales of beings she refers to as «nurturing and kind.»

There’s a herd of elk out my front window! And local cherries in the breakfast room! And Vertigo in the comp DVD stack! What a lovely old hotel — and how incredibly shocking to find a room for $ 85/​night during Independence Day weekend on the coast. The town of Wheeler is pretty much this hotel, a kayak rental place, a bakery, and a musty vintage shop — but you’re just five miles from Manzanita. As another reviewer noted, the place gives off a bit of the Haunted Mansion vibe, especially when candles light your way as you tiptoe down the dark creaky hall to your bathroom at midnight. Some of the furnishings have seen better days, but I found nothing that wasn’t spotlessly clean. It’s obvious the owners care about the place; the fifth star is in the details.

We had an interesting stay at the Old Wheeler.
The Good:
* Beautiful, well priced room
* Great view
* Movies available to watch in room
* Very quiet
The Not-​So-​Good:
* The staff was kind of cranky
* The place reminded me of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. Very eerie. When you walk in there’s old music playing, old bellhop outfits hanging on a coatrack, and there’s no one around. You have to use a phone at the bottom of the stairs to contact the innkeeper– very twilight zone. Just in general, the place had a haunted vibe…
* The breakfast was not very good. English muffins, jam, fruit, and hard boiled eggs. Did not keep us full for very long

As soon as we drove away from Old Wheeler Hotel, I missed it already…
I miss the whole Wheeler town!
I miss the view of the bay from the bench outside the hotel. I miss the entrance of the hotel that brought us back to 1900s as soon as we stepped inside the hotel. I miss the Piano Room. I miss the Dining Room. I miss the creaky wood floor. I miss the smell of lavender and potpourri. I miss the Jacuzzi tub in room 7.
I miss the HUGE King size bed. I miss PJ the teddy bear that they put on the bed.
I miss the mystery and paranormal feels about Old Wheeler Hotel. I’m writing this review from my bedroom in my apartment in Portland, OR staring at downtown Portland view, but I’m wishing that I’m in Wheeler right now, writing this review from the bench outside the hotel and staring at the sunset and the bay.
That’s how addicting this Old Wheeler Hotel is and as a matter of fact, I fell in love with this tiny little town. You have my heart, Wheeler.

We arrived at the Old Wheeler around 7p.m. after spending the day driving from Ocean Shores, WA and making some stops along the way in Cannon Beach, OR et cetera.
From their website, you get to choose the room you’d like to book for any given night. When I made the reservation online (for room #6), I received a phone call about 10 minutes later from the hotel asking what my guest’s name was for their records. When we arrived, we had a personalized printed tag on the door saying «Welcome Brooke & Josh», which was a nice touch.
Before the clerk took us to our room, she gave us a tour of the common area where there are a couple of couches to sit on, where the continental breakfast in the morning would be served, and they have a small collection of books to choose from if you’d rather read than watch television. They have an assortment of hot chocolate, tea and coffee, along with filtered water to choose from at any time of the day AND they have a selection of the 20 greatest American movies of all time, on DVD, to watch in your room. Yes, the room is equipped with a DVD player (and I assume the rest of the rooms here are as well).
There is also a «piano room» with a piano and love seat to lounge about on if you’re so inclined. The private bathroom «down the hall» is in fact, down the hall, but is also private. The key you’re given to your room unlocks your room and the private bathroom, so no other guests can creep in and look through your toiletries. It’s a bit inconvenient to have to walk down the hall in the middle of the night, but hey, you take what you can. I’d have to say all the additional amenities make up for the trek down the hall.
Additionally, they don’t have the cheap and cheesy toiletries you find in the run of the mill joints you can find anywhere. I’m definitely a fan of the E.O. (Essential Oil products) grapefruit and mint glycerine soap. All in all, I would definitely stay here again based on my experience thus far. Additionally, all you have to do is walk across the street to a cute little park bench and relax for a bit.
Oh, and the continental breakfast begins at 7 and is open till «whenever» which is great for those of us who have a hard time getting up early on our vacation! :)

We stayed in Room 4 — huge room with a big ol’ Jacuzzi tub. Yum. I really need one of those in my home. But back to this place… the room was beautiful and incredibly spacious. The hotel itself is quite old (and creaky!), but all the rooms are on the same floor so at least you don’t have loud creaky sounds above you while you’re trying to sleep. It’s right on Highway 101 («highway» isn’t a fair term — it’s 1 lane each way, 25 MPH), but the windows are thick and doubled so you don’t get much street noise. Breakfast was a very casual continental affair, but the best part is that it’s available whenever you want — no 8:30am-only service here.
Very cute place (and good restaurant across the street!)