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Benbow Historic Inn

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Benbow Inn Golf Course

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free airport shuttle

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445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542
  • Place, Benbow Inn Golf Course
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Humboldt County Office
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Richardson Grove State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 14 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 12 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Leta Benbow's Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Garden Cottage Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Fireplace King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Garberville

On the beach.At this Garberville hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Benbow Inn Golf Course and 6 miles (10 km) of Mateel Community Center. Briceland Vineyards Winery and One Log House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Benbow Inn Golf Course - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Humboldt County Office - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Garberville Town Square - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • One Log House - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Richardson Grove State Park - 27 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ray's Food Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Benbow Inn Bar & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Signature Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bellini Cafe North - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lost Frenchman - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Benbow Historic Inn

4-star beachfront hotel near Benbow Inn Golf Course
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 8000 square feet (743 square meters) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Benbow Historic Inn. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Garberville hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 8000 sq ft of conference space
  • 743 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1926
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Benbow Historic Inn offers 65 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per stay.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will 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'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.

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

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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Benbow Garberville
Benbow Hotel & Resort
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Benbow Inn
Benbow Historic Inn Garberville
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Benbow Historic Garberville
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Benbow Hotel Resort
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Benbow Historic Inn to the airport?

Benbow Historic Inn is 86 mi (94-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 Benbow Historic Inn?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benbow Historic Inn on Oct 26, 2025 start from $268.6, 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.

Does Benbow Historic Inn have an airport shuttle?

Benbow Historic Inn offers a free airport shuttle, available during limited hours.

How close is Benbow Historic Inn to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Benbow Historic Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Benbow Historic Inn, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 18 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Benbow Historic Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Benbow Historic Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Benbow Historic Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Benbow Historic Inn have a pool?

Benbow Historic Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Benbow Historic Inn have a restaurant?

Benbow Historic Inn is home to Dining Room, which features American cuisine, garden views, and happy hour.

Does Benbow Historic Inn have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages.

How close is Benbow Historic Inn to downtown Garberville?

Benbow Historic Inn is 0.3 mi away from Benbow.

Benbow Historic Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 662 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved m
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely building, great staff plus a brilliant setting. Rooms and common areas need some investment as they are definitely carrying an older vibe. Great place to sit and chill
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet and secluded property. 2 miles from Garberville, CA
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised with our first stay at Benbow Inn, especially with the wonderful patio for summer dining. The food was delicious and the wait staff very attentive. We would come here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel. Food was delicious and servings were generous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Historic Inn, staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the quaint charm of this historic inn and the staff was excellent. Our server in the restaurant, Juan, was exceptional and met all our needs. The patio was an excellent place to watch the 4th of July fireworks show. My only complaint is the windows in our room (204) needs work, they would not close and lock properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

8/10 Good

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great property and location for a nice getaway. Food was just average, but setting was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic, location is great but a warning it is old and no TV. Enjoyed the history though and if you like antiques you would love this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It’s different….

We spent a night here as part of a road trip around Northern California. We chose this hotel as we’d read that it was convenient to Avenue of the Giants, which it is. It’s an old hotel and desperately needs some TLC (and cleaning of webs!), but the main hall is quite majestic and the terrace is pleasant. They serve complimentary scones and tea at 3 pm which was charming. Dinner is overpriced and underwhelming. The rooms are dark, and feel like they belong in an old mansion. It was an experience and part of our memories of the road trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Aaron, Trinity

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a particularly motorcycle friendly staff. We pulled up to check in and a staff member immediately came outside and said that the parking area we were in was for people registering. I told him that’s exactly what we were doing and he said he didn’t see any luggage and I pointed out the two duffel bags strapped to the bike. Later they allowed two vehicles to park there all night. We were accused of smoking twice because someone below us was smoking a cigar. Rude staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

I put down $100 for incidentals. We purchased 2 drinks at the bar. Reviewed our bill and was furious. A 7.33 tourism fee was charged and a $25 resort fee was charged. The 2 drinks were $20. All in all the resort charged us $54.44. I was blind sided by the add on to our far bill. Is this how you treat your guests.?
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old time decor and a fun destination. The on site restaurant and bar was really good. My only issue, which is always my issue, it was expensive, but in this case it was worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully unique hotel that you should not miss. It is old - this must be understood of course. Food is superb. Ambience/Attitude are rare! Complimentary tea & scones, and welcome cream sherry in crystal decanter…
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

harold

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
It was a beautiful place but we were treated like white trash being that we rode in on Harley Davidsons. Door man yelled at us as we pulled into the reservation spots that “ you cant park there”. We were like well we do have reservations. He crawfished real quick. Food is ridiculously priced. Breakfast burritos are $25 a piece. Last but not least while out on the patio enjoying one of their $20 mix drinks( Tito’s & cranberry) we were reprimanded 2/3 times to stop smoking cigarettes. NONE IF US WERE SMOKING!! So if you ride motorcycles & have Tatoos I highly recommend staying else where!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic property that was quiet and relaxing. The back lawn was beautiful and we appreciated that there was corn hole to play. They serve tea and scone before the dinner hour and the restaurant had great food. All employees were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I little disappointed. We had dinner at the property, looks like everybody is busy because of the wedding. Ordered dinner and my sister found a piece of plastic on her vegetable. Up the hotel room, not even a soap to wash our hands. What do they expect wash our hands with body wash in the bathroom? Not even a small toiletries for their guest? And when we check out and asked the lady on the front desk,about why they don’t have at least a bar of soap to wash our hands with.She said they were out of stock. Just disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully site by the river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the bimbo historic Inn. The ambience is amazing. The only thing we truly hated, and it might prevent us from coming back is the discomfort of the bed. We had a queen size, and it appeared to be a spring mattress versus the newer foam style, we found it to be extremely uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, excellent staff and service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025