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Benbow Historic Inn

4.0 star property
Ocean-view hotel with a bar/lounge, near Benbow Inn Golf Course
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Exterior
Property amenity
Garden Cottage Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, garden views
Reception
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
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  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542
  • Popular LocationBenbow Inn Golf Course11 min walk
  • Popular LocationGarberville Town Square5 min drive
  • Popular LocationRichardson Grove State Park31 min drive
  • AirportEureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka)93 min drive
Our Silver, Gold and Platinum members get perks at select VIP Access properties, on top of exceptional service.
Silver tier member
A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
Gold tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks
Platinum tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

Room options

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Premium King Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Premium King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
14 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Garden Cottage Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Garden Cottage Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fireplace King | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Fireplace King

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Leta Benbow's Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Leta Benbow's Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace King | View from room

Terrace King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
12 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Garberville

Located in Garberville, Benbow Historic Inn is in a rural area and on the beach. Benbow Inn Golf Course and Briceland Vineyards Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Humboldt Redwoods State Park and Richardson Grove State Park. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Avenue of the Giants. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, rock climbing, and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Benbow Lake State Recreation Area - 3 min walk
  • Benbow Inn Golf Course - 11 min walk
  • Humboldt County Office - 4 min drive
  • Garberville Town Square - 5 min drive
  • Richardson Grove State Park - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Woodrose Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Eel River Cafe - 4 min drive
  • The Lost Frenchman - 7 min drive
  • Signature Coffee Company - 8 min drive
  • Getti Up - 4 min drive

About this property

Benbow Historic Inn

Upscale historic hotel near Benbow Inn Golf Course
Located close to Richardson Grove State Park, Benbow Historic Inn provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, 9 holes of golf, and a grocery/convenience store. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach massages. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Dining Room, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a seasonal outdoor pool, and an elevator
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free bottled water and WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Free infant beds, cable channels, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Dining Room

Things to do

  • 9 holes of golf
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Golf driving range
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • Free crib
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 8,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10–18 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Benbow
Benbow Garberville
Benbow Hotel & Resort
Benbow Hotel & Resort Garberville
Benbow Inn
Benbow Historic Inn Garberville
Benbow Historic Inn
Benbow Historic Garberville
Benbow Historic
Benbow Hotel Resort
Benbow Historic Inn Hotel
Benbow Historic Inn Garberville
Benbow Historic Inn Hotel Garberville

Frequently asked questions

Does Benbow Historic Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Benbow Historic Inn?

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benbow Historic Inn on May 14, 2024 start from $186.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Benbow Historic Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Benbow Historic Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Benbow Historic Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Benbow Historic Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Benbow Historic Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Benbow Historic Inn located?

Located in Garberville, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Benbow Inn Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mateel Community Center and Briceland Vineyards Winery. One Log House and Avenue of the Giants are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Benbow Historic Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 521 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 521 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 521 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 521 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 521 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic property has always been a loved get away over the past few years
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steve, Columbia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic, yet comfortable, close to the redwoods yet very refined.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mariela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY NICE PLACE
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really interesting property. Lovely grounds. Very historic. Staff was mostly good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience. Soothing and comfy, but also has an elegance. Service up front is friendly and the dining room top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable old world charm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore, Palm Coast

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful. If you have to be indoors and watch TV, then this probably isn’t the best place for you. If you like beautiful scenery, enjoy the fresh air and cool people, then this is most definitely a kind spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire, West Dover

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is gorgeous and the food delicious and staff were very nice! We will hopefully be coming back for another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024