--- title: "Discovery Trail in Ilwaco | Expedia.co.uk" description: "Explore the Discovery Trail when you travel to Ilwaco - Expedia's Discovery Trail information guide keeps you in the know!" canonical: "https://www.expedia.co.uk/Discovery-Trail.d1034378571699027968.Holidays-City-Breaks" language: en-GB market: GB currency: GBP prices_as_of: 2026-11-13T09:16:59Z --- # Discovery Trail ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £750 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected ## Discover the most popular places to visit in Discovery Trail ### Long Beach Boardwalk ![A wooden boardwalk leading to a lighthouse on a grassy beach with a mountain in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561119370/1d405f67-4420-463e-91a9-64b5baf781c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Rating: 9.4/10 (1,324 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Long Beach Boardwalk, a lovely green space in Long Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621561119370) ### Gray Whale Skeleton ![A large dinosaur sculpture in a park with a pathway, surrounded by rocks and chains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222121/2f119ab2-f8f7-4b53-8daa-56a6716592fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Rating: 8.8/10 (286 reviews) Find out about the history of Long Beach with a stop at Gray Whale Skeleton. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6222121) ### Marsh's Free Museum ![A building with a large bear sculpture and a sign reading "Marsh's Free Museum".](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649994/ff414ad3-76e5-44ec-bea5-2182f15f5fa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Rating: 8.8/10 (664 reviews) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Marsh's Free Museum during your trip to Long Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532649994) ### Long Beach Carnival Park ![A roller coaster with a purple-lit structure against a twilight sky.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/802134063990296576/951095f7-3709-4f86-8249-3d5203f66c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Rating: 8.6/10 (34 reviews) Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Long Beach Carnival Park as part of your trip to Long Beach. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=802134063990296576) ![A marina with boats docked, a grassy area, and mountains in the background under a cloudy sky.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/118060/57c38766-841c-43c4-87bb-5ffe490222d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Travel Bug ### Port of Ilwaco Rating: 8.6/10 (222 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Ilwaco with a trip to Port of Ilwaco. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621560893799) ![A white lighthouse with a black top, situated on a grassy hill overlooking the ocean.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093405/07c5235d-c73b-44f8-9f46-0267f83752bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=640&p=1&q=medium) Photo by Geraldine Soh ### North Head Lighthouse Rating: 9.0/10 (28 reviews) You can learn about the history of Ilwaco with a trip to North Head Lighthouse. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6093405) ### World Kite Museum Rating: 8.6/10 (179 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at World Kite Museum during your trip to Long Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532649992) ### Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum Rating: 8.0/10 (3 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum during your travels in Ilwaco. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532649991) ## Discovery Trail Hotel Deals ### [Best Western Long Beach Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Long-Beach-Hotels-Best-Western-Long-Beach-Inn.h459884.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Best Western hotel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/459900/459884/w3837h2557x3y3-5a31649c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 500 Ocean Beach Blvd, Long Beach, WA, 98631, US - Location: 1.7 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 999 reviews) - Price: £78, includes taxes & fees, 22 Nov - 23 Nov - Review: Nice breakfast, very clean room with nice bedding ### [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Astoria by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Astoria-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Astoria.h1085737.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a view of a beach and mountains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1090000/1085800/1085737/198ab634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 204 W Marine Dr, Astoria, OR, 97103, US - Location: 14 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1002 reviews) - Price: £106, includes taxes & fees, 12 Dec - 13 Dec ### [Oceanview Inn At The Arch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Long-Beach-Hotels-Oceanview-Inn-At-The-Arch.h1661916.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1662000/1661916/9dbcf864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 208 Bolstad Ave W, Long Beach, WA, 98631, US - Location: 1.9 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 2/5 - Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 1004 reviews) - Price: £43, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov - Review: I appreciate that my room smelled clean during my entire stay. It was a pleasant experience and will definitely come back! ### [Chautauqua Resort & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Long-Beach-Hotels-Chautauqua-Resort-Conference-Center.h559713.Hotel-Information) ![An outdoor deck with string lights, chairs, and a fire pit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/559800/559713/2b95e73a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 304 NW 14th St, Long Beach, WA, 98631, US - Location: 2.5 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 2/5 - Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 1763 reviews) - Price: £89, includes taxes & fees, 1 Dec - 2 Dec ### [Adrift Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Long-Beach-Hotels-Adrift-Hotel.h4520612.Hotel-Information) ![A row of wooden barrel-shaped cabins with a sign indicating no children allowed.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4530000/4520700/4520612/3109373a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 409 Sid Snyder Dr., Long Beach, WA, 98631, US - Location: 1.4 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 4/5 - Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 1000 reviews) - Price: £101, includes taxes & fees, 15 Nov - 16 Nov - Review: "Little too much like a hostel for my taste and camper vans in the parking lot. Property as a whole felt like a cheap flip of an older building - you can hear every noise. Most of this review is quality of the stay for what they charge (for what should be off season rates). Appreciated they had coffee/tea in the lobby; was a nice convenience. The "bakery" was overpriced when you could technically walk the 15 mins to an amazing bakery or eateries in town. The heated pool and saunas where primary... ### [The Seaview Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Seaview-Hotels-The-Seaview-Cottages.h72385839.Hotel-Information) ![A yellow building with a wooden porch and picnic tables in a gravel area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72390000/72385900/72385839/9d4d8831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 3728 Pacific Way, Seaview, WA, 98644, US - Location: 0.7 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 1000 reviews) - Price: £57, includes taxes & fees, 17 Nov - 18 Nov - Review: Pretty charming place. Be sure to go to the Biscuit Company. Great food. You even get a discount. I was there in the off-season, so it was quiet in a shared structure. Staff was really friendly and helpful with recommendations. ### [The Fireside Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Long-Beach-Hotels-The-Fireside-Inn.h83926351.Hotel-Information) ![A building with large windows and hanging flower baskets.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83930000/83926400/83926351/e45eeb67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 1401 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, WA, 98631, US - Location: 2.6 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 3/5 - Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 953 reviews) - Price: £91, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov - Review: We had to take cold showers. No hot water in our room. Smelt like cigarettes through the front and down the hallway. Continental breakfast was suppose to be included. There was nothing continental about it. I will say the haunted house was a plus. ### [Lloyd Hotel Astoria Bayfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Astoria-Hotels-Best-Western-Astoria-Bayfront-Hotel.h908471.Hotel-Information) ![A lobby with a stone fireplace, leather seating, a reception desk, and a staircase.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/908500/908471/8b4484d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 555 Hamburg Avenue, Astoria, OR, 97103, US - Location: 13.9 mi from Discovery Trail - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 1012 reviews) - Price: £107, includes taxes & fees, 6 Dec - 7 Dec Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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