Title: Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936900/33936840/26f1dcea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936900/33936840/4bf5b1f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936900/33936840/21f288a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936900/33936840/5ce75064.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936900/33936840/355c27fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Old Inlet Bookshop, Mermaid Café and B&B is a charming retreat on Main Street in Homer. Explore the historic log cabin's bookshop, indulge in lunch or dinner at the adjacent café, and unwind upstairs in your private Victorian-style apartment with local artwork. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach The Old Inlet Bookshop, Mermaid Café and B&B is located on Main Street in beautiful downtown Homer, just off the Sterling Highway towards the beach. In a renovated historic log cabin, there is a used bookshop offering quality used books in most genres. Next door, there is the Mermaid Café that serves lunch and dinner. Upstairs is the Mermaid B&B in a charming Victorian style construction--it is well appointed and features local artwork. In a private, wooded setting in Old Town, Homer, the Mermaid B&B offers a scenic, clean place to stay with a queen sized Posturepedic bed in the bedroom and a full sized fold-out futon in the living room. The dining room is in the turret with windows looking out over Kachemak Bay and the mountains and glaciers beyond. The kitchen is fully equipped and has everything one needs to prepare meals. Private deck offers ocean and mountain views and is a great place to enjoy coffee or any other beverage. The establishment is within a few minutes walk of the beach, grocery stores, banks, post-office, movie theater and other dining opportunities. We include fresh locally roasted organic coffee beans. We look forward to your stay. Keywords: Apartment above Café ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 650 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/bookshop/beach Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach Homer Hot Tub Suite Ocean View Homer Alaska Cafe/bookshop/beach Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach Apartment ## 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%7C59.64048%2C-151.54599&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sP9f6WKtaaowPubDD-hkH197o8U=) Homer, AK #### What's nearby - Bishop's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Homer Spit - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Homer, AK (HOM) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk - ‪River Cafe - ‬8 min walk - ‪Fat Olives - ‬6 min walk - ‪Captains Coffee - ‬13 min walk - ‪Alice's Champagne Palace - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach located? > Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps away from Bunnell Street Arts Center and Bunnell Street Gallery. Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Pratt Museum are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ocean View Suite Homer Alaska Cafe/Bookshop/Beach Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 150 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.6/10 Amenities ### 9.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine H. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect 3 night stay The apartment is spacious, charming, and clean with a wonderful view! Great location! Walk to the beach, trails, wildlife refuge museum, a couple of great cafe's and restaurants, a super cool thrift store! Can't wait to visit again. ##### Katherine H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Z. 19 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Bungalow Clean, quiet, comfortable. You can’t ask for a better place to stay. This will be my property of choice whenever I visit the Homer area. ##### David Z. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane W. 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal location! This sweet, comfy apartment is ideally located for exploring Homer: close to Bishop Beach, cool restaurants, the Art center, and Islands and Oceans exhibit. Plus a bookstore downstairs! ##### Diane W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The space was fantastic. Comfortable and clean, everything we expected. The old town area where the space is located exceeded our expectations. Great beach to walk, an art museum and Wild Honey bistro (get the Bee Sting late!) was wonderful. We’d absolutely stay here again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3dc7cb64-664f-45f5-bae4-a41aaeb03d2a-1749662478587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/15c74831-251e-4c49-a76f-cbc0cfecbfc8-1749662477628.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d1bd7a82-89d3-4537-b31b-1ba4be8c18df-1749662457866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5e0f7e98-8db9-4df7-b29e-39f3c0a39286-1749662479908.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine T. 17 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Great place, great bookstore, great area, everything we wanted! ##### Christine T. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan B. 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming! I saw Moose and bald eagles, over a cool bookstore. Fun place to stay! Thanks for the friendly hospitality. ##### Joan B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary F. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place to stay in Homer! It was the perfect stay for our visit to Homer! The hosts were awesome and made us feel right at home! ##### Gary F. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ed P. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent One of the best VRBO units we have ever stayed in. Clean, attention to little details that make the unit a great comfortable stay. Definitely would come back to this one ##### Ed P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay while in Homer Enjoyed our stay and the very comfortable and cozy apartment. Great location within a few blocks of Bishops Beach as well as town. Will stay here again next time I visit! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lara M. 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### April Homer Stay We love this apartment. It is very comfortable and well furnished with beautiful views. We keep coming back again and again. ##### Lara M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth J. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay in Homer Great place to stay in Homer. Very spacious, and clean. Loved reading in window with view of the bay. Would stay at again if ever in Homer. ##### Beth J. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne 9 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication What a great experience here nice little place! ##### Wayne Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniella 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was incredibly inviting and cozy staying here. We highly recommend choosing to stay here and look forward in returning here! The hosts are very receptive and welcoming. They welcomed us with fresh fruit and dessert. The place was kept very tidy and clean. It had all the necessities including items to make yourself a cup of coffee or cook if needed. The location was superb was it was quiet and close enough to the Spit. The place was located on top of a library/cafe which was so unique and interesting as we felt like it was a “home” away from home. Can’t wait to return back someday to stay in this wonderful gem! ##### Daniella Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael w. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it Wonderful host, worth a stay!!! ##### michael w. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie V. 7 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little bit of paradise This is a very cozy, we'll appointed place to stay for a few days. It's a nice central location, with views of the bay when the clouds and fog lift. ##### Debbie V. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A very nice place. ##### Michael Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian S. 18 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Stay in Homer This Ocean View Suite was more than a suite - it was a Home !!! Bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, living room, dining room - everything you need for a short or long stay. Would definitely stay here again !! ##### Brian S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael R., Elk River 10 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable stay Really enjoy the property. Very quiet and well stocked. Will stay again. It was well located a block off the beach and close to a board walk. ##### Michael R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn F. 14 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We love this place! Charming, conveniently located, nice view of the mountains and the bay, lots of hot water, bookstore next door, excellent hosts. A snuggly nest for a delightful respite from the craziness. ##### Carolyn F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie 18 Sept 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A quiet, serene place that is close to everything! Views of the inlet & mountains from the main living area made it lovely for a personal retreat! Would be a wonderful romantic/honeymoon stay. ##### Jackie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard M. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Homer Hideaway This was the perfect place to stay while visiting Homer. Clean, quiet, and reasonably priced with an ocean view to boot! The kitchen is equipped.well enough that we were able to enjoy a home made dinner of the fish we caught out in the bay. ##### Richard M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eugene K. 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay in Homer We loved the apartment. It was close to the beach and to all things in Homer. Everything was clean and fresh, and the kitchen was stocked and easy to use. Great place! ##### Eugene K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eilis O 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great character with a wonderful bookstore ##### Eilis O Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn F. 7 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We Adore the Mermaid! We’ve stayed here quite a few times, and have always enjoyed it. Andy and Sally are wonderful hosts, and Homer itself is a magical, healing place. ##### Carolyn F. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyudmila B. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay in the hear of Homer Enjoyed walks and hikes and, off course, the spirit of Alaska. Location excellent, the owner was very friendly and supportive. Will highly recommend! ##### Lyudmila B. 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