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Black Sands Inn

Property class: 2
Enjoy a stay at this Shelter Cove hotel

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Terrace/patio
View from property
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Standard Room | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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59 Surf Point, Shelter Cove, CA, 95589
  • Place, Mal Coombs Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Abalone Point
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premier Studio Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Studio | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premier Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shelter Cove

In Shelter Cove .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Mal Coombs Park and Shelter Cove Marina. Abalone Point and Black Sands Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Mal Coombs Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Abalone Point - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Black Sands Beach - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Humboldt County Office - 60 min drive - 31.2 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mario's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • Surf Point Coffee + Bistro
  • ‪Gyppo Ale Mill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mi Mochima - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Sands Bistro - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Black Sands Inn

Enjoy a stay at this Shelter Cove hotel
Black Sands Inn offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Shelter Cove hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Black Sands Inn offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 12 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Hot tub access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Black Sands Inn Hotel
Black Sands Inn Shelter Cove
Black Sands Inn Hotel Shelter Cove

Frequently asked questions

How close is Black Sands Inn to the airport?

Black Sands Inn is 103.5 mi (133-min drive) away from the Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Sands Inn?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Sands Inn on May 1, 2026 start from $160, including 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.

Does Black Sands Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Black Sands Inn.

How close is Black Sands Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 2.1 mi (6-min drive) from Black Sands Beach and 13.1 mi (39-min drive) from Jones Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Black Sands Inn offer free breakfast?

Black Sands Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Black Sands Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Black Sands Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Black Sands Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Black Sands Inn have a pool?

Black Sands Inn does not have a pool.

Does Black Sands Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Black Sands Inn to downtown Shelter Cove?

Black Sands Inn is 0.5 mi away from Shelter Cove.

Black Sands Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 314 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room at a Great price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Right on the beach with great views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Viviane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kendra

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! My concierge Tessa made sure I had everything I needed. Upon checking in I discovered the previous guest had smoked in the room, I let them know and they immediately upgraded my room. Such a beautiful area and room. Perfect escape from everything! Cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The place was great, but there seemed to be no staff on duty. I was promised a guide to the area, and despite multiple emails and texts (which failed due to lack of cell service) I never got it. They had self check-in, which was okay, although I couldn't figure out how to lock the door, and there was no one to ask. I used up all the coffee (Keurig pods) by the third day, and it was never replenished.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Filiz

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was never able to stay at this property. Approximately three hours before my scheduled check-in, I received an email from Expedia stating that the hotel was overbooked and that my reservation had been cancelled. After repeatedly attempting to reach the hotel by phone, I was finally able to speak with them. The hotel staff confirmed over the phone that my reservation had been cancelled due to overbooking and that they could not accommodate me. Because Expedia cancelled my reservation on the day of check-in, I was forced to secure a last-minute replacement hotel on New Year’s Eve, while being hours away from home. I would not recommend to book this place to anyone. My money has not been refunded yet and I am having to spend hours on the phone trying to get my money back. I
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It beat all of our expectations, me and my girlfriends, was our two year anniversary. It was f****** amazing. Period. Just maybe read this and never tell anyone else about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

vitaliy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
While we were there, renovations were taking place, which no one warned us about. There were sheets of playwood and boards lying on the floor right in front of the entrance the entire time we were there. Workers were installing a new roof, and at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, we were awakened by the sound of hammers. Words cannot describe our outrage, as we wanted to get away from the city noise for our anniversary and simply enjoy the sound of the waves and nature … 1. Dog hair all over the floor and on the sofa. 2. White drywall dust on the floor in various places, probably from removing light fixtures from the ceiling. 3. One light fixture is hanging directly above the stove, revealing a hole leading to the attic. 4. A strong dog odor, which caused my wife to have an allergic reaction. 5. And the most unpleasant thing is that all the bedding on the bed is covered in the same white drywall dust. (((( We stayed at this place a few years ago, in a different room, and everything was great, but this time, unfortunately, all these problems significantly spoiled our stay here, we're very disappointed . When I asked why there was no notice of renovation work, I was told that the problem arose unexpectedly. They simply lied to me. They suggested that I go somewhere while the maintenance staff came and cleaned, and this was on the only full day I was there. Moreover, there was no closet in the room where we could put our things. Terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suhi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and comfortable and clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ellen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were failed to be told that the roof was being replaced duriing our stay which was intended to be a quiet stay. caution tape anchored by the chairs to view the surf. The out door fire place wasnt working. Ithe balcony was covered in roofing debris that blew inside living room. It felt like walking on pebbles
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Liang

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Studio with Kitchen was beautiful. Excellent views. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect, clean and had all of the amenities we needed. Amazing ocean views!
Taken from patio right outside of our room
Taken from patio right outside of our room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view and location are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Quilcene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic ocean front location. Charming decor. Comfortable suite.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and view was spectacular. The owners and staff were more than helpful. The jacuzzi outside available to guests is also a nice luxury if it isn't busy. The town of this coastal area was just as nice to visit as the stay at the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay, best view clean, great beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, comfy bed, right next to the ocean. Would stay here again in a heart beat!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

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

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view and helpful, communicative staff. Would recommend! The wife and I are already planning a return trip to this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025