Title: Watefront at Potlatch - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Watefront at Potlatch Beachfront motel in Shelton with free parking ## Photo gallery for Watefront at Potlatch ![Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Terrace/patio - Watefront at Potlatch (Shelton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/d202c198.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed - Watefront at Potlatch (Shelton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/ccb8c6ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Canal View | Living area - Watefront at Potlatch (Shelton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/40c80023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View | Living area - Watefront at Potlatch (Shelton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/ae7cb493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View - Watefront at Potlatch (Shelton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/fa1869bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Waterfront at Potlatch offers a peaceful escape with water views. Guests enjoy a communal firepit, laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, outdoor seating, and lobby coffee service. The attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 10 - Dec. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=88831188&PinnedHotelID=88831188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=88831188&PinnedHotelID=88831188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 11 - Dec. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=88831188&PinnedHotelID=88831188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=88831188&PinnedHotelID=88831188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=88831188&PinnedHotelID=88831188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=88831188&PinnedHotelID=88831188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 19 - 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Canal view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Canal View ![Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Canal View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/ed3f2006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Canal View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating LED TV Portable fan Shower/tub combination 4 bathrooms Private bathroom Hair dryer - Canal view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed ![Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/a88306d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed 10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews ### Highlights Heating LED TV Portable fan Sofa bed Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - Canal view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Canal View ![Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Canal View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/c2758e80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Canal View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchen LED TV Portable fan Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Private bathroom - Canal view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View ![Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/590b8141.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LED TV Portable fan Sofa bed Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Private bathroom - Canal view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View ![Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/fa1869bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Cabin, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Canal View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LED TV Portable fan Hair dryer Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - Canal view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio ![Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88840000/88831200/88831188/1ba7ea22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Patio ### Highlights Balcony or patio Yard Fireplace Heating LED TV Portable fan 2 bedrooms Hair dryer - 2 bedrooms - Canal view - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FShelton-Hotels-Watefront-At-Potlatch.h88831188.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FShelton-Hotels-Watefront-At-Potlatch.h88831188.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.37067%2C-123.15890&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XB_FWg8tsTQLrhm2UxIapAHiOYk=) 21660 US-101, Shelton, WA, 98584 #### What's nearby - Potlatch State Park \- 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Lake Cushman \- 14 min drive \- 15.6 km - Little Creek Casino \- 24 min drive \- 36.8 km - Evergreen State College \- 38 min drive \- 59.5 km - Washington State Capitol \- 43 min drive \- 66.8 km #### Getting around - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 89 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Fjord Oyster Bank - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Tides - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hoodsport Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive - ‪2 Margaritas - ‬12 min drive - ‪Model T Pub & Eatery - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### Watefront at Potlatch Motel on the waterfront Watefront at Potlatch provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Coffee/tea in the lobby, a vending machine, and outdoor furniture - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Watefront at Potlatch have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. 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Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - Firepit - On a private beach - On the waterfront - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in room - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Portable fan - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Firewood fee: USD 6 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Watefront at Potlatch Motel Watefront at Potlatch Shelton Watefront at Potlatch Motel Shelton ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Watefront at Potlatch pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Watefront at Potlatch? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Watefront at Potlatch? ### What time is check-out at Watefront at Potlatch? ### Where is Watefront at Potlatch located? ## Have a question? 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