There are four eating options at Quinault. Emily’s Fine Dining features extraordinary views of the Pacific Ocean from virtually every table and offers a superb menu featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine. Reservations are recommended. The property is now offering its private collection of wines in Emily’s. The Quinault Collection, bottled in Outlook, Washington, features a chardonnay, a pinot grigio, a riesling and a blush. Red wines include a cabernet sauvignon, a merlot and a cabernet-merlot blend. Purchase the private label wines by the glass or by the bottle. Gift packages are available through the resort’s gift shop.

     The next option is the popular Fireside Coffee Bar, which is a resort favorite. At The Fireside Coffee Bar coffee lovers are served delectable pastries and coffee at the stylish, ocean-front bar from 7 a.m. until 3 p .m. There is also dining in the party atmosphere of the Ocean Lounge which has live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays and last but not least there is a bistro for sandwiches and quick bites to eat.

     The resort sits mere steps from the beautiful coastline, giving guests easy access to the beach. The wide open sand offers a gorgeous setting for a number of activities, including kite flying, building sandcastles, and of course splashing through the surf. A stable is also nearby for guests that wish to horseback ride along the coast. The resort spa also houses a full size indoor pool - in addition to a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.

     Washington State is renowned for its scenic hiking trails, an amenity that Quinault proudly boasts. Guests can hike or bike along a number of trails and you can enjoy the many beautiful views. For those who want to get out on the water Ocean Shores offers every type of vessel from canoes to sailboats for rent.

     Ocean Shores offers a wide array of entertainment options such as golfing, video arcades, miniature golf, go cart racing, bowling and cinemas. For the nightlife Quinault has live entertainment Fridays and Saturdays and a 16,000 square foot spacious casino, offering more than 400 gaming devices and 12 table games.

     The resort features 150 oversized guest rooms, all with fireplaces, French balconies, nine-foot ceilings, dual dressing room vanities and large sitting areas. Sweeping views of the ocean, fluffy bathrobes, luxurious amenities and warm Northwest décor round out the hospitable charm of this “one of a kind” resort.

     The Quinault Beach Resort and Casino is Washington’s premier coastal destination. Nestled amidst more than 200 acres of protected wetlands the resort offers unparalleled natural beauty from virtually every window

     Located directly on the beach at Ocean Shores, on Highway 115, 75 miles west of Olympia and the I-5 corridor, the beach resort features 159 over-sized guest rooms, all with fireplaces. For additional information phone Judy Ask, sales and marketing manager (888) 461-2214 or visit online at www.quinaultbeachresort.com.

Lorna Grover is player development director at Quinault Beach Resort and Casino and started the first player’s club in Washington State. She can be reached by phoning (360) 289-6165 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .