Kalaloch Lodge

Top choice in Olympic Peninsula


The Kalaloch (built in 1953) makes up for a relatively unassuming facade with a spectacular setting perched on a bluff overlooking the crashing Pacific. In addition to rooms in the old lodge, there are log cabins and motel-style units. The family-friendly Creekside Restaurant offers the best breakfasts on the coast and incomparable ocean views.

Various trails lead down to the nearby beaches.


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