741 S Downing St, Seaside, Oregon, United States | (618) 248-8274
Spacious suite-style rooms with full kitchens and patios
In-room bathroom amenities like bathrobe and slippers
Wi-Fi is free throughout
Free snacks and coffee in the suites
Adults-only property is quiet
Free parking
No children or pets allowed (a pro for some)
No real amenities or public spaces
Outdated decor
Travelers looking for a midrange getaway sans kids will appreciate the no-children policy at the four-room Paradise Suites & Rentals. Tucked away from the bustle of Seaside in a residential part of town, but only three blocks from the beach and about a half-mile from the main drag on Broadway, the property has a convenient location and zero features. Though the suites have a homey vibe, up to three bedrooms, and full kitchens, the hotel has a few elements that make it look like a throwback to another era, like wood paneling on the walls, tropical fish pattern bedspreads, and a vast collection of tapes to be played on the in-room VCRs.
Scene
Cozy, but not much in the way of public spaces.
There's little in the way of public spaces, or even a lobby, at Paradise Suites & Rentals. The reception area consists of a desk, (no computer), two office chairs, and a library of DVDs and tapes. There's something cozy about the property's simplicity and the lack of lounging areas speaks volumes about what guests come to Paradise Suites & Rentals to do: get away from it all. In this case, that includes getting away from children -- don't expect to see (or hear) any, because they're not allowed.
Location
Three blocks from the beach
The Paradise Suites & Rentals can get away with not having a restaurant, pool, or public spaces because of its convenient location three blocks from the beach and a half-mile from the main drag of Seaside, in a quiet, residential part of town. The property is within a 10-minute walk of Seaside Carousel Mall, Turnaround Market, and Historic Turnaround. Lewis and Clark Salt Works and Seaside Civic and Convention Center are also within 10 minutes.
Rooms
Just four rooms, but available to rent the entire property.
Four suite-style rooms offer free Wi-Fi, full kitchens, patios or balconies, and bathrooms amenities like robes, slippers, a hairdryer, and a scale. Units come in one-to -three bedroom configurations and the entire property can be rented for a maximum of 26 guests. While they are clean and charming, the suites look dated in decor: paneled wood walls, white kitchen appliances, and bright nautical bedding against beige carpet. Flat-screen TVs, plus free snacks and coffee make the suites feel more like home than a hotel room.
Features
Zero features unless you count free Wi-Fi and VHS tapes and DVDs to borrow
This property doesn't have a restaurant, pool, or serve breakfast. Parking and Wi-Fi are free, and guests can borrow from a collection of DVDs and VHS tapes. In the summer, the property grounds look pretty with bountiful and beautiful flowers, but there aren't any public places from which to enjoy them.