The Resort at Port Ludlow

We finished up a round of golf at Port Ludlow and arranged to meet our friends who live in the area at the Inn for an after round cocktail on the patio. When we arrived we were told that they could not accommodate us inside or outside without a reservation. It was 4:40 and they had two tables in house. We mentioned we would just be a short time for a cool one and then leave and they were unwilling to accommodate us. We used to stay there for a special occasion, but it’s not special anymore. We won’t be back. Kathy G

Had a wonderful burger and salad at a conference today. It was truly wonderful!

Last night to my surprise my husband took me to the inn. We were promptly greeted by a very nice and professional front desk staff. We then went to our room only to find it had not been cleaned. We had dinner reservations elsewhere and by the time we got back the error had been fixed. There does not seem to be any air conditioning in our room but it has a ceiling fan and a portable fan which helped a little. I am now enjoying breakfast on the deck. Again the serving staff is very attentive to my needs and very enjoyable to talk to. Several years ago we came and enjoy ed our stay, I would have to say this is a great place to relax and it appears pet friendly. The bathroom is huge and a large tub, the shower is very small but it has a bath bench for older adults with an additional hand held shower. I would have given it 5 stars except for the initial intro.

We stayed here one night on the Fourth of July. The hotel was completely full. However, it never felt over-​crowded and our room was totally quiet. We were on the third floor overlooking the marina and pond. The room was very nice. I loved the large tub with «windows» opening to the bedroom, the fireplace, and the other details in the room. The bed was super comfortable. Someone else mentioned the cheap, industrial style toilet paper and ugly metal toilet paper guard and this was true.
There is no AC and it was hot, but thankfully they provided a good standing fan for the room that really helped out. We only had breakfast at the restaurant and it was yummy.
The beach and surroundings are so pretty and make this place special. The beach is full of shells and we even found live mussels and clams (it’s a shell collector’s dream)!

Disclaimer:
I didn’t foot the bill for my stay so I must confess it was a very decadent little stay and thank god for expense accounts!
The experience was very Pacific Northwest (which is not my thing) but if you want some good food and wine and location, this could be your place. You could get your romance on as night skies are beautiful and secluded.
Unlike my fellow Unilocalers, I did have exceptional service all around. Menu and wine list full and room amenities quite plush.
I am not really drawn to the west coast coastal towns as Maine and parts of Mass have my heart but I found Port Ludlow charming for the «other coast».
Take a chance if you have extra bank and want a quiet, coastal experience. And little freaky crabs…

Hotel is very nice. Quite spacious with a balcony overlooking the marina. Negative is, if you don’t have a car, you are pretty much stuck at the hotel. One restaurant gets a little old every night. The bar had 4 chairs, so not the lively bar atmosphere. A double negative is the lack of knowledge of the front desk! Not helpful as far as transportation: buses, cabs and shuttles! They are good at handing you a map and schedules!!! Since it is a isolated location, it would be nice if the staff could be more accommodating and help with your needs as far as going to other places of interest.

This place was amazing. Beautiful location away from everything. Peaceful little resort, tiny beach with tons of crabs and oysters on the rocks, and the restaurant had the best food in the PacNorthwest. The wine selection was to die for. Breakfast burrito was fantastic, steak was grilled to perfection, and the deserts (mouse and crème brûlée) were so tasty. Fireplace and jacuzzi hot tub in the bedroom. What’s not to love.

We had a very positive experience here! The packages they offer throughout the year are definitely worth checking out because that is when you really can get the best deal for your money (multiple nights, discounted spa packages, dinner and drink vouchers). It is a cozy place, and from our experience, a place for a very quiet getaway or for older couples. I would not recommend bringing children here as the activities and dining would not much appeal to anyone under 21 at all.
We used it as a quiet getaway weekend and enjoyed wine, reading, staying warm by the fireplace, and watching the sun set over the water. The views (make sure you get a marina or water view) really are the Pacific Northwest at its finest! The staff was very friendly, and the restaurant was excellent. It is quite far away from much else, so make sure you do your research on the area — again, it is quiet.
Thanks for a great stay, Port Ludlow!

Invariably overpriced.
The food is usually pretty good.
The service is always anemic.
I live in Port Ludlow and give it a try about once a year before swearing to never come back again. ;=(

My wife and I have stayed here 6 times in the past 4 years.
I would have given the place 4-​Stars back in 2012, but having been back since and each time seeing the price increase by at least $ 10 and nothing new to show for it makes me wonder «is cost of living» that much from year to year?! It’s obvious, the increased rates have not been used to renovate or remodel the Hotel which needs some updating (maybe the restaurant has seen some $$$$). Little things like chipped porcelain in sinks to broken jets/​valves in the tubs to outdated décor and pain to cracked tiles in bathrooms, there is much to be done. They did put new locks on the doors, but that’s about all that I noticed was new with the rooms this year…
We have an annual group outing (7^th year) every year where we rent the conference room (paid separately from room rate) for 2 days. No one comes in a boat or uses the Marina or Yacht Club ($ 10 «Resort Fee»). We get a group rate which has gone up $ 10 each year for the past 4 years. (In 2012, we were given $ 109 a night, plus the $ 10 «Resort Fee» = $ 119 + taxes = $ 135) not bad for location, view and staff. However, our group typically uses 20 – 30 rooms for a 37 room Resort in the middle of winter that’s fairly good for business! Plus many from our group dine at the Fireside Restaurant.
The rooms can be cold, the bedding is light (thin), the wall heater noisy, and the fireplace does little to help with heating (nice for ambiance). I woke up in the morning to my wife asleep in the robe from the bathroom because the sheet and light bedspread were not enough.
This year, the group rate was $ 139 + $ 10 Resort Fee + taxes = $ 165 a night. But, if you booked an «Inn Special» from the website you could get a better room rate (plus a $ 50 dining credit at Fireside). Our group was not allowed to use those deals/​specials… We didn’t get any dining credits, comps or other special incentives.
The staff is good, but that does not make up for the lack in other areas at the Inn! Don’t know that my wife and I will stay here again…
This post is only speaking for my wife and I, not the group we come here with.
Port Townsend is only 20 mins (East) and Sequim is only 45 mins (North). Plus there are Cabin rentals in the area. Do your research before making a reservation here.

Gorgeous room: view, gas fireplace, jacuzzi tub, wonderful sheets on that King Bed…restful. Glad we didn’t miss the banana bread at breakfast. The dinner and breakfast entrees were amazing. So glad we came. P, S. We were in room 202.

First impressions: elegant, tucked away, gorgeous, and reliable. My husband and I stayed at Port Ludlow during our wedding Veteran’s Day weekend 2014. Although the wedding was at Port Gamble and not Port Ludlow, the accommodations were stunning. The staff was pleasant and attentive to all of our needs. They left us a sweet card and celebratory cider congratulating us on our big day and provided us with last minute supplies. The restaurant was unique and delicious! The décor was amazing, the views breathtaking and staff were attentive at every meal and prompt to serve. The rooms were perfect, clean, and elegant! (Getting the room with a view is so worth it) Thanks to Port Ludlow our stay was relaxing and memorable, we will be returning here for mini-​vacations and anniversaries and highly recommend this location for your travels and getaways.

I stay at this inn once or twice a year for work, and I honestly consider it one of the perks of my job. I’m sure it’s beautiful in the summer, but I’ve only ever stayed in the winter. Having the beach to myself, and the restaurant and resort almost to myself have made it a really special experience.
The rooms are large and comfortable with only slightly dated fireplace surrounds. The jetted tub is a huge plus, especially in the winter. The water and mountain views are hard to beat.
I usually default to room service when I’m staying alone in a hotel, but the restaurant here is so warm and welcoming (with good but expensive food), that I actually enjoy sitting at the bar and talking with the staff.
In a word, the winter experience here is «cozy», and as cliché as it sounds, I really do feel like I have a home away from home here.

Very clean, neat restaurant – upscale…beautiful. The chef even made a special vegetarian dish for me. My friend and I enjoyed both of our meals. It was all good… until the bill…
The PRICE??? A late night snack (with wine) cost my friend and I 120.00!
Lower the prices and I would be giving this place 4 stars!

We had a great stay at the Inn. Very peaceful location with some nice easy walks thru the meadow grass and along the beach.

The resort is beautiful, location sublime, and the staff spectacular. Can’t comment on the rooms because they were fully booked yesterday, but I did make reservation at the restaurant for the hubby’s 45^th birthday.
The food was absolutely spectacular, in every way comparable to some of the finest restaurants we have experienced in LA and other major cities. The views are just delightful, especially as the sun sets behind the mountains. The staff was spot-​on, polite, attentive, and beyond friendly. Oh, and the wine list… Delightful! Their late harvest Zin house wine was absolutely perfect in every way.
This is an absolute must for anyone who wants a lovely, romantic setting for a special occasion or to just enjoy a beautiful evening with someone special.
Next time we plan on doing one of their overnight or weekend packages.

We have come here several times over the past few years. We absolutely love how secluded the resort is. We’ve taken walks on the beach and kayaked quite a few times just to admire the scenery. We have stayed in just about every type of room, including the suite on the second floor with the huge deck (highly recommended!). We especially love the jacuzzi tub and the soft bed. I think the huge selling point for us though is the restaurant within the resort. We love grabbing food there every time we’re here and really like that the fee now includes $ 50 to the restaurant. Everyone is always so friendly to us. I can’t say enough nice things about the staff. For example, we had a problem with something we bid on at a naval auction, and they took care of it right away in the best way possible. It really and truly meant a lot to us. Finally, I really appreciate that they updated the door locks so now you just swipe your room key. My only complaint would be that the marina rentals are quite expensive (kayaks for $ 20 per hour). I’ll be so sad to say good-​bye to this place when we move in August to the midwest.

In Port Ludlow, there are limited food choices. We have stayed several times at the Inn at Port Ludlow and enjoy our stay every time. It is too bad that the Fireside does not live up to the Inn
The restaurant is way overpriced for the quality of the food. Whoever is the manager of the Fireside is doing a terrible job. The staff is running around and unorganized. We got there at 7:30 and told us they had nothing if you didn’t have reservations. They said we could sit outside but then they never got back to us. We just wanted a bowl of soup, nothing big and told them we would just take it back to the room. Being that the lobby was busy we asked if they could bring it up to the room or call when ready and told no. We got back to the room 8:00. It took half an hour to get a bowl of chowder. During those 30mins at least 5 tables sat empty. Another couple was told to come back in 45min while one side of the restaurant sat empty.
We have had good experience in the past. The night before they let us order room service when we called not knowing they were closed and have even made off menu items but even then it’s always been a little unorganized and prices high. Tonight, was disappointing we were told they wouldn’t do room service and a couple of workers were not helpful and rude not only to us but to other customers as well. I was actually going to write a positive review about this place until tonight
Affordable prices, good food and friendly service is a roll of the dice. Depends on their mood or how «busy» they are. Though affordable prices you won’t get and the food isn’t all that great when you realized how much you paid for it.

Caught sight of Fireside Restaurant close to sunset on our way back to Seattle. We were moved by its tranquility and decided to enjoy dinner on the deck to watch the sunset. Yes, very romantic!
Despite an obnoxious owner drinking herself into a stupor during our first 30 minutes, our server (Geoff?) was fabulous — courteous and accommodating.
Menu was excellent. Salmon, 3 hr fresh from Neah Bay? Of course! It was prepared perfectly! We also ordered the steak (rare)…again, perfect! Take your time on the deck and eavesdrop to the crickets and birds and enjoy the reasons why we live in the Pacific Northwest… mountain views, cooling waters, sunsets, blue skies, lush green plants, sailboats, birds, totem poles, forests of trees all in the same view… not to mention hot good coffee while you take in this sights.
Thanks for a terrific way to end our day! Will definitely come back.

Stayed at Resort and we enjoyed several meals (breakfast/​lunch/​dinner/​drinks) over a 3 day stay right before Christmas. These guys and gals were hitting on all cylinders, every meal, every drink we had with them.
The food: As good as it gets
The Service: As good as it gets
The Room: Cozy dining area (s) semi sectioned off, making the restaurant very welcoming.