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Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

2.5 star property
Beach hotel near Glass Beach

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets) | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437
  • Noyo Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Glass Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly fees not included)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Fort Bragg

Steps from the beach.Stay at this Fort Bragg hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pomo Bluffs Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Noyo Harbor. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Sea Glass Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Noyo Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Skunk Train - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Pudding Creek Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Glass Beach - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Noyo Fish Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sea Pal - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A Frame Espresso Drive Thru Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rhody's Garden Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mayan Fusion - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

Beach hotel near Glass Beach
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers its guests a vending machine, an arcade/game room, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The family-friendly Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf also features a fireplace in the lobby, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

This Fort Bragg hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Fort Bragg hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 12.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 12.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Emerald Dolphin Inn
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Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel Fort Bragg

Frequently asked questions

How close is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf to the airport?

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is 183.1 mi (217-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf.

How close is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf to the beach?

This hotel is 2.3 mi (4-min drive) from Glass Beach and 2.7 mi (7-min drive) from Pudding Creek Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offer free breakfast?

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf have a pool?

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf does not have a pool.

Does Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf to downtown Fort Bragg?

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is 1.5 mi away from Fort Bragg.

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chih-Yu

everything average
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anna K

Traveled with partner
Clean nice motel. Staff super friendly Clean room and spacious A bit noisy their heather. I would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Amenities
need smell better
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Marla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our television did not work and we had to have someone come and fix that. Our toilet overflowed. The room had obviously not been cleaned when we found several pieces of trash and debris on top of the dresser. It was horrible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean,comfortable, and staff was friendly. We stay at the Emerald Dolphin almost everytime we are in town!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quick trip and nice that the price was not expensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a store like less than 5 mins away
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved this hotel, I’m coming back!

Loved the friendly and helpful staff!! Great location! Our rooms were in the side/back building, it was super quiet. The beds were comfortable and the room was clean! We went for Mother’s Day weekend and I was surprised that the price was very affordable! I’m definitely staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We have stayed at this facility many times in the last 15 years plus. Usually on a yearly basis. I do understand the lack of daily cleaning* and I am okay with that other than the fact I am paying for that service within the cost of the rental price. Until the latest owners I could go into the lobby and find an array of teas...not so much anymore. *Why are the house cleaning people leaving an envelope for me to put money in it when they don't show up until after I have left? I made up my bed every morning and nobody tipped me!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TONI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe quiet area with easy parking. We were only in the room to sleep - checking in late and leaving early.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, quiet, clean place, funky fun community. I would definitely stay here again. Staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Pauline

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Amenities
*Our room was not cleaned for three days...no trash dumping, clean towels, floor cleaning, etc. *There was no microwave in the room. *The toilet was set extremely low to the floor, making it difficult to use comfortably. *Advertised mini golf course was closed for our entire stay. False advertising! We will not be returning to this site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leanna, citrus heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Redding

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3rd time here over past two years, always good, but no microwave in room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadim, Scotts Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025