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A misty, moss-draped old-growth forest path winds through towering bigleaf maple trees heavily blanketed in vibrant green moss, likely the Hoh Rain Forest in Olympic National Park. Golden rays of morning light pierce through the fog and hanging…

Washington · Olympic · Lodging

Sequim

East side approach

A misty · Sequim National Park

Sequim, Washington

At a glance — Sequim

Sequim is a drive-in basecamp 14.7 miles from the entrance of Olympic. Services on hand: lodging, dining, groceries, gas stations, and ATM access. Population around 8,024. No town shuttle into the park — plan to drive in and park at the entrance lots.

Distance to entrance
14.7 mi drive

Plan to drive in via the heart-o-the-hills entrance.

Town → park shuttle
No — drive in

Drive in and park at the entrance lots; no town shuttle ties into the park system.

Population
≈8,024
Property mix
Chain hotels + budget

National chain options at roadside-corridor pricing.

Accessibility

Accessibility — Sequim

Drive-in required — no integrated park shuttle from this base. Plan for private vehicle entrance and trailhead parking. Confirm lodging room ADA features with the operator before booking.

Directory

Where to stay near Sequim

Sorted by tier (top picks first), then by drive time to the entrance. Confirm room features and current rates with the operator before booking.

Price
  • Olympic View Inn

    Top pick

    Hotel / inn

    Olympic View Inn

    Sequim

    Price $$$ Proximity 1.1 mi from gate Rated 7.2/10

    Season

    A small hotel on the east edge of Sequim, roughly 20 miles from the Heart O' the Hills entrance — a quieter alternative to Port Angeles if you're approaching from the east or planning time at Dungeness Spit.

    Booking.com via Awin affiliate (advertiser 6776). Prices indicative; vary by date.

  • Quality Inn & Suites Sequim at Olympic National Park

    Top pick

    Hotel / inn

    Quality Inn & Suites Sequim at Olympic National Park

    Sequim

    Price $$$$ Proximity 1.7 mi from gate Rated 8.4/10

    Season

    A full-service chain hotel in Sequim with suites, an indoor pool, and breakfast options — the right choice for families who want space and amenities on the eastern approach, about 20 miles from the north entrance.

    Booking.com via Awin affiliate (advertiser 6776). Prices indicative; vary by date.

Editorial framing only — no real-time availability, no fabricated pricing. Confirm room features and current rates directly with the operator.

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