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Reviews of At The Helm Hotel 5 stars

203 Howerton Way, Ilwaco, WA 98638, United States

#4 of 7 hotels in Ilwaco

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 45 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    10
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wish we could have stayed longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The window coverings did not block out light from the outside..

    It was modern, clean and had many extra special touches.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and comfortable. The breakfast is delivered to your room and was delicious.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is beautiful. For the money spent, it would have been nice to have all the amenities.lack of open restaurants.

    The whole trip was for our 25th Wedding anniversary and we were not disappointed. Only one thing was the fact we went on a Wednesday and everything is closed in town. The hotel has a pub and food which would have been nice since we had a very difficult time finding somewhere to eat Over all the trip was really nice.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2025

    9.0
    Excellent small town hospitality for an upscale stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel and pub is housed in a repurposed or old building so there are some quirks like exposed pipes, a tiny dining room, some uneven floor and some worn out decor but the hospitality and fantastic food make that all irrelevant. 1 chef (who was magnificent) and 1 server did delay dinner service when the dining room was full @20 people but it was worth the wait!

    The service was super friendly and we felt like family or special guests with breakfast delivered to our room, a table held for us after hours for dinner and so much more. The Blazer room was upscale with lots of space nice furnishing a great view and convient location.My husband was in a walking boot and he could get everywhere easily. Spa and Sauna were available. The place was quiet even being on ground level next to the Saturday market. Excellent quality windows to keep privacy, openness and peace.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That I could not stay longer.

    Multiple times staying here. The staff is always courteous. The rooms are clean bright. We appreciate the great breakfast in our room and the welcome cocktail when we arrive.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    9.0
    Luxe stopover on Cross-country road trip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing….

    Very good food, fantastic friendly staff, comfy rooms. Location right on the docks in a sleepy fishing village quiteclose to Cape Disappointment.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    A tucked-way gem for a quiet getaway!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything!

    The staff was exceedingly accommodating! This property is a tucked-away gem. Our vision of a quiet getaway was fulfilled. The in-room Nespresso machine provided a bold coffee beverage to start the day.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    8.0
    Cool atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a great hotel Next time I will request a room on the water side The parking lot side gets really loud about 4am with fisherman coming to work To be expected in a fishing town I would still come again tho

    It was a great getaway for the wife and I Having no kids around was really relaxing

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sorry the restaurant was closed.

    Breakfast was more then expected and so delicious!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2023

    8.0
    Very nice staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Thought I was getting a room with a view of the harbor, got one with a view of the parking lot. The restaurant and pub were closed both days we were there.

    Very good location, breakfast was acceptable. Bathroom was roomy and the shower was excellent.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    10
    Restful stay and beautiful building
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel room key was an old-fashioned key. Would have preferred the card.

    Because I passed on the breakfast due to fishing, the dinner was fantastic! The waiter recommended a wonderful dish due to outage of seafood. staff was fantastic, especially Alicia (sp?). Also, enjoyed the restored wood within the building.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    9.0
    Quaint, Quiet, Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been nice to have more lighting in the bathroom and an extra mirror out in the room. The bathroom also does not have a lock, so just be mindful of that. No extra storage or closet to stow away stuff.

    Stayed for one night with a group of friends as we were doing a little coastal roadtrip. It is strange as the hotel did not have any staff for most of the day. No staff at night either. So safety is a risk, but the town of Ilwaco seemed small and quiet enough where we didnt think we would be in danger. They will call you that day to give you check-in instructions. We arrived around 8pm, were given a code for the front door, and our room keys and paperwork were at the front desk. Room was very clean and we were given the extra towels as requested. Breakfast was served at the time we requested and they were even kind enough to cook something else as 2 in our group did not eat pork.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    8.0
    We traveled mid week to avoid the crowds but also missed some local attractions.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was excellent. First and only time we met with any of the staff. The room was very good with all we could need for the brief stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking next to the public bathroom, my care was br9ke into.

    Very comfortable and nice.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    8.0
    Pretty nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant was not open

    The room was very nice! Love the location

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect. The staff, room, food. We were greeted with a complimentary drink. Personally, introduced to the staff. Dinner was fabulous and our Complimentary Breakfast was delivered to our room the next morning. Felt as if we were in an all-inclusive resort. Perfect Definitely staying again.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2022

    10
    Will absolutely stay again. No question about it.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it was Labor Day weekend and people were having parties on the boats outside. I loved the old school style fan on the ceilings but it wasn’t enough to keep it cool. hence having to open the window and hearing people partying.

    the staff was LOVELY. very comfortable room.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    3.0
    False Advertising
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We were the only ones in the Hotel. No services on arrival. No bar and no dinner service until last night. The breakfast cooks and food were great. The WEB site should have informed us were were off season with limited amenities. For the Price, we would likely have gone elsewhere.

    We were the only ones in the Hotel. No services on arrival. No bar and no dinner service until last night. The breakfast cooks and food were great. The WEB site should have informed us were were off season with limited amenities. For the Price, we would likely have gone elsewhere.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    5.0
    It is not worth the money we paid for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The lights are very very dim in the hallway. The staff for the front desk is the same as one serving the in house restaurant. There is no staff available after the restaurant is closed down at 9 pm. This explained why no one answered the calls prior to our arrival. We paid $345 with reservation of 5 weeks in advance. Do not ask for milk. They offer nothing else.

    french toast, bacon and orange juice. one complimentary drink per guest upon arrival

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    7.0
    Too expensive for what it offers
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The wifi worked very poorly and the breakfast was also not very plentiful.

    Beautiful hotel in a very interesting location. The room was very large.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    2.0
    Never going again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Staff was ignorant to the point of stupidity. I don't think anyone in the establishment has ever taken a course in hospitality. The price is astronomical for the room. No AC, window above kitchen vent. Found staff in my room when the do not disturb sign was hung outside. Staff didn't know if the sauna/hot tub had a cleaning schedule. One staff member was so needy I felt I had to take care of them. The TV was no where near the 50" that was advertised.

    Bed and room were nice.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    3.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We have stayed here several times over the past 3 years and seems to be getting worse over time. The last two times we were never given our free drinks at the pub. Never offered breakfast that is supposed to be included. The facility has no air conditioning so you only get a slight breeze with the window open. However the the first floor room windows open up to the patio. It is either deal with the heat or deal with the noise. The newer staff is far less helpful than the older staff. They don't answer the phone and don't call back after leaving messages. Lets not forget about the tiny pillows that are super uncomfortable

    Location and the food is always great

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Overpriced and the town was closed.

    Breakfast was very good. Didn't realize when we booked a Wednesday that the whole town would be shut down. We were going to eat at the pub but had to leave because nothing was open. Was a very nice room but overpriced with nothing else open.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no clothes storage, the room was like a dark box with no windows looking at the view, the coffee service was bad.

    Stayed in May 2023

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