- Accessible Highway Location: The 51-room Westward Inn is conveniently located off U.S. Highway 101 in Crescent City, offering strong visibility and easy access for regional and leisure travelers.
- Prime Coastal Location: Located along California’s northern coastline, Crescent City offers direct access to U.S. Route 101 and serves as a gateway to the Redwood Coast.
- Diverse Economic Base: Local demand is supported by Sutter Coast Hospital, Walmart, The Home Depot, and the College of the Redwoods, ensuring year-round business and consumer traffic.
- Tourism-Driven Market: Surrounded by Redwood National and State Parks, Battery Point Lighthouse, Ocean World, and pristine beaches, Crescent City is a year-round leisure destination.
- Outdoor Recreation Hub: Visitors enjoy hiking, tide pooling, surfing, kayaking, whale watching, and nature excursions at Castle Rock Wildlife Refuge and Tolowa Dunes State Park.
- Cultural & Event Demand: Seasonal events like the July 4th Celebration and Sea Cruise Classic car show, along with arts and family attractions, generate additional peaks in hotel demand.
INVESTMENT OVERVIEW
As the exclusive representative of the seller, Marcus & Millichap's Hospitality Division is pleased to present for sale to qualified investors the Westward Inn (‘Hotel’ or ‘Property’) located in Crescent City, California. The Independent Hotel is offered at $3,600,000 or $70,588 per key.
The Westward Inn is a one-story hotel with 51 rooms, located at 725 US Highway 101 in Crescent City, California. The Hotel is easily accessible off of Highway 101.
Crescent City, California, offers a compelling opportunity for hotel investment, combining a stunning coastal location with a resilient economic foundation and steady visitor demand. Positioned along U.S. Route 101, approximately 90 miles south of the Oregon border and 130 miles north of Eureka, the city serves as a gateway to the Redwoods Coast and a key destination for leisure travelers exploring Northern California.
The local economy is supported by core sectors such as healthcare, retail, and education. Sutter Coast Hospital (1.8 miles) serves as the region’s primary medical facility, drawing patients and visitors from across the area. National retailers including Walmart and The Home Depot provide significant employment and consistent consumer traffic, while the College of the Redwoods Del Norte Campus (1.4 miles) contributes to workforce development and attracts students, faculty, and visitors for academic events. FedEx also maintains a shipping service location in Crescent City, offering logistical support for local businesses.
Tourism remains the city’s strongest demand generator, fueled by its proximity to world-renowned natural attractions. Crescent City is surrounded by the Redwood National and State Parks system, including Jedediah Smith (4.4 miles) and Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Parks (4.8 miles), which draw visitors year-round for hiking, scenic drives, and old-growth redwood experiences. Other major attractions include the historic Battery Point Lighthouse (1.6 miles), Ocean World Aquarium (1.0 miles), and the Del Norte County Historical Society Museum (0.8 miles). The city’s coastline provides opportunities for whale watching, tide pooling, surfing, sea kayaking, and wildlife viewing at the Castle Rock Wildlife Refuge (3.1 miles). Popular beaches such as South Beach (1.8 miles), Crescent Beach (4.1 miles) along with access to the California Coastal Trail and Damnation Creek Trail, make the area a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors also enjoy activities like horseback riding, stand-up paddleboarding at Lake Earl, and nature excursions in Tolowa Dunes State Park (9.6 miles).
Cultural and family-friendly amenities add further depth to the destination. Guests can explore local art during First Friday events, enjoy bowling and disc golf, or visit the Tsunami Lanes (10.3 miles), playgrounds, and the local cinema. Seasonal events, including the Fourth of July Celebration and the Sea Cruise Classic car show, generate additional peaks in lodging demand.
Crescent City also provides infrastructure for meetings and events through venues such as the Cultural Center (10.4 miles) and Beachfront Park (10.7 miles), complemented by local hotels offering meeting spaces for corporate groups and social gatherings. Economic development efforts led by the Del Norte Economic Development Corporation and the city’s Community Development Department continue to focus on infrastructure improvements, business growth, and downtown revitalization, strengthening the long-term outlook for hospitality investment.
BROKER OF RECORD
Daniel Kapic
Broker of Record
California
P: (916) 724-1400
Lic #: 01437375
