Frequently Asked Questions:

What kind of breakfast is served at the Gilbert Inn?

What if I have a special dietary concern?

Will my room have a private bathroom?

Will there be a hair dryer in my room?

What kind of bed will I have in my room?

Are any discounts to the room rate available?

What is the best way to make a reservation?

Are children permitted at the Gilbert Inn?

May I bring my pet?

May I smoke at the Gilbert Inn?

Is the Inn able to accommodate people with disabilities?

Will there be someone to carry my luggage to the guest room?

What kind of payments are accepted?

Will my credit card be charged when I make a reservation?

What is the Gilbert Inn's cancellation policy?

How do I get to the Gilbert Inn?

How long does it take to drive to the Inn?

What if I am delayed on my arrival?

How close is the beach?

Are restaurants, bars and other fun places nearby?



The beach at the "Turnaround" in Seaside, one
block from the Gilbert Inn


What kind of breakfast is served at the Gilbert Inn?

The Gilbert Inn serves a full, hot breakfast.  The menu varies daily, based upon available fresh foods and the cook's choices.  Frittatas, omelets, French toast, bacon, sausage, ham, fresh fruit, baked oatmeal, various and sundry home made baked goods like coffee cake and biscuits all make appearances on the breakfast plates at the Gilbert Inn. 

While there are no a la carte selections, there is a good variety and most guests seem pleased.  The plates usually return to the kitchen empty ! 

Breakfast is usually served to you anytime between 8:30 and 9:00 A.M.

What if I have a special dietary concern?

Please let the staff at the Gilbert Inn know when you make your reservation and efforts will be made to accommodate your need.

Will my room have a private bathroom?

Yes!  All of the Gilbert Inn's rooms have private bathrooms with a tub and shower combination.

Will there be a hair dryer in my room?

Yes, each of the Gilbert Inn's guest rooms have hair dryers.

What kind of bed will I have in my room?

Each of the Gilbert Inn's room, except one, feature one queen sized bed.  One of the room is equipped with a pair of twin beds for adult parties wishing to share a room.

Are any discounts to the room rate available?

No, there are no discounts.  Even though you many find older publications showing discounts, the Gilbert Inn website is the official source for current policies.  There are special offers, though, especially during the off peak seasons.  Be sure to check back from time to time at Special Offers.  You will always find the latest offers and room prices here on the Inn's website.


Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach from Ecola Park,
15 minutes from the Gilbert Inn
(photo by Terry Richard, the Oregonian)

What is the best way to make a reservation?

You may reserve a room at the Gilbert Inn right now on the Make Your Reservation or Check Room Availability Calendar page.  Your credit card information is safe on the secure website. 

Or you may telephone 800-410-9770.  But please know that if you call the Gilbert Inn, especially during high season, the staff may be busy taking care of other guests (or you may be calling at times other than office hours).  You may be asked to leave a voice mail.  We will get back to you. 

But in order to make sure you get the room you want, when you want it, it is recommended that you make your reservation online.  When you do, you will be using the exact same computer system we use. You probably type faster than we do , too!  All the information you will see online is accurate and up to date.  So go ahead!  Make that reservation online.  It is quick, easy and safe.

Are children permitted at the Gilbert Inn?

No.  Your rest and enjoyment in a romantic setting is of first importance at the Gilbert Inn, therefore children are not appropriate and cannot be accommodated.  Quite a few guests come to the Inn to get some time away from children, their own and the children of others.  Because the Inn advertises that it is for adults only, it is unfair to other guests to make exceptions.

May I bring my pet?

No, the Gilbert Inn cannot accommodate pets.

May I smoke at the Gilbert Inn?

No, the Gilbert Inn is a non-smoking establishment.

Is the Inn able to accommodate people with disabilities?

The Gilbert Inn, a family house built in 1892, has no elevators, ramps or special bathroom features.  Because of this it is not appropriate for people with serious disabilities.

Will there be someone to carry my luggage to the guest room?

No,  please plan on handling your own luggage.  There is no bell staff.  This is a little inn and the workers here are usually pretty little as well!  It is often a good idea to pack several small bags rather than one or two big suitcases.  If you are in a room on the second floor this not only lightens the load but also makes it easier to navigate the century old staircase.

What kind of payments are accepted?

The Gilbert Inn accepts major credit cards and cash.  A credit card deposit is required to secure a reservation and at check-in when paying cash.

Will my credit card be charged when I make a reservation?

No, not if you book directly on the Gilbert Inn's website or with the Inn by telephone.  Your credit information is taken only to hold your reservation.  Your credit card will not be charged until check-in time.  Please note there are independent agents with whom you may book, BedandBreakfast.com and Expedia for example, that have different policies and do charge your card at the time the reservation is made.

What is the Gilbert Inn's cancellation policy?

The Gilbert Inn has a 7 day cancellation policy.  Cancellations within 7 days of the reserved date are subject to billing for the entire length of the reservation.

How do I get to the Gilbert Inn?

Go to the Pacific Ocean and stop!  The Gilbert Inn is just a few hundred feet east of the beach in Seaside, Oregon.  Here is a link to the Google Gilbert Inn Map.  With a few inputs from you, Google Maps will provide driving directions from your address.  (Use your Back button to return here from Google Maps).

How long does it take to drive to the Inn?

From Portland it takes an hour and a half.  If are coming in from the Portland Airport (PDX) add another 20 to 30 minutes.

From Seattle it takes three and a half hours once clear of Seattle traffic. 

From the south on U.S. 101 the Internet mapping services show it takes four hours to drive the 166 miles from Florence, Oregon.  Although that is only averaging 40 M.P.H it is still optimistic.  In reality most people average closer to 25 M.P.H on the 101.  The reason?  The road is two lane and a bit curvy.  And there are so many beautiful places to stop!    We have had guests leave the Inn and go forty miles south on a day trip on U.S. 101 and return to us  twelve hours later.  They said, "We stopped at every turnout.  We've never seen anything  like it!  It is so gorgeous!"  It is best to make your driving plan based on 25 M.P.H when coming up from the south on U.S. 101.  From other places the Google Gilbert Inn Map and Mapquest driving times are quite accurate.

What if I am delayed on my arrival?

Check-in time is from 4:00 P.M until 7:00 P.M.  Please remember that the person checking you in may be the same person waking up at 4:00 A.M. to begin baking and getting your breakfast ready.  In the small inn business it is "early to bed and early to rise!"  If you are delayed please contact the Inn as soon as possible to arrange for a late check-in. 


Tillamook Head, Seaside, Oregon

How close is the beach?

The Gilbert Inn is one block east of the beach.  It takes about 90 seconds to walk from the front door, across the Promenade, to the sandy, wide Pacific beach.  The picture of Tillamook Head, above, was taken on June 27, 2008, on the beach just 300 feet from the Gilbert Inn.  The photo below was taken from the same spot, this time looking north.


The Pacific Ocean beach one block from the Gilbert Inn

Are restaurants, bars and other fun places nearby?

The Gilbert Inn is in the heart of town, one block south of Broadway, Seaside's main street.  There are many eating, drinking, vintage arcades and entertainment facilities on Broadway, all within a short walk.  A movie theater, an outlet mall, surf shops, more restaurants and all services normally offered in a beach town are all within a mile of the Inn.  Within a ten to twenty minute drive you will find museums, hiking and wild beaches.  Check out the Useful Web Links below for some (but certainly not all!) of the things to do in and near Seaside.


                                                                              

Please e-mail other questions to gilbertinn@seasurf.net


The staff of the Gilbert Inn looks forward to your visit the next time you come to the beautiful northern Oregon coast!  Plan your stay and reserve on-line now!