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Arky's B&B

2.0 star property
Riverfront guesthouse in Smith River with free parking

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Arky's B&B sits oceanside, offering a peaceful garden and a pleasant terrace for relaxation. Enjoy the on-site mini golf course and in-room WiFi. Express check-in/out makes arrivals and departures smooth.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

About the neighborhood

Map
181, Salmon Harbor Road, Smith River, CA, 95567

What's nearby

  • Ship Ashore Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Smith River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lucky 7 Casino - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Azalea Park - 17 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Samuel H. Boardman State Park - 33 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea West - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lolita’s Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alta's Burger Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪House of Howonquet - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ship Ashore Restaurant And Cocktail Lounge - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Arky's B&B

Guesthouse by the ocean
Consider a stay at Arky's B&B and take advantage of a terrace, mini golf, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a reception hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Arky's B&B include perks such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

Property is also known as

Arky's B&B Smith River
Arky's B&B
Arky's Smith River
Arky's B B
Arky's B&B Guesthouse
Arky's B&B Smith River
Arky's B&B Guesthouse Smith River

Frequently asked questions

Is Arky's B&B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arky's B&B?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Arky's B&B?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Arky's B&B located?

Situated by the ocean, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Smith River and Ship Ashore Museum. Lucky 7 Casino is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Arky's B&B Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michal, Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views of the ocean were breathtaking. The house was extremely clean and Richard (the host) was very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

jim, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had a good visit - the location was very nice and Richard and Anna created a fabulous breakfast for us - excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Richard and Ana were great hosts. We loved our stay and highly recommend this lovely location. The property was immaculately kept. The breakfast was wonderful and almost exotic. I would give them 10 out of 10..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Outstanding breakfast, spotlessly clean, gracious & welcoming hosts, quiet, comfortable & relaxing. Cons: Rough entrance road through a trailer park, old toilet that ran unless the handle was jiggled just so, entrance through the garage was a bit odd.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

Great Place

We had a very clean, spacious, comfortable room at Arky's B&B. The place was amazing, with great views and amenities. Friendly staff, and very interesting Chinese-style breakfast which was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a jewel! Very peaceful location and the hosts provided us with an amazing breakfast as we sat at our table looking out onto the ocean. We stayed in the Master Suite, which was on the second floor. We could hear the ocean as we slept. Highly recommend it. We will be back. Very convenient location for our exploration of Jediah Smith Redwoods.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Inger

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

Wonderful, relaxing, luxurious retreat

What a truly lovely B&B, with gorgeous grounds, amazing views, a gigantic master bedroom with a large balcony, and excellent, first-class service. Plus the Chinese breakfast was scrumptious. My wife and I aren't typically B&B fans, but trust me — this is by far and away the best place to stay for many hundreds of miles around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Gracious accommodation

Imagine a place where the owners put their full effort toward your comfort. This is it. Richard and Ana love this place and make it wonderful. Great bed, lovely breakfast, amazing views. We were lucky to stumble upon arky's.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

robyn

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

Wonderful B and B

We were so pleased with our beautiful room overlooking the ocean. Lovely sunsets each evening. Very gracious hosts and super comfy king bed. Huge room with bathtub and shower...separate dressing areas and lots of closets. Very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arky's is a hidden gem! Don't let the drive to the property fool you. Once there you are greeted by the owners and shown the property and taken to your room. The garden view room is spacious and well equipped. The views all around the house are pleasing to spectacular! I had no idea that the property is literally situated where the Smith river joins the ocean. The small things are seen to here, and the breakfasts are delicious. Breakfast is served upstairs at tables next to the picture windows and is made from chinese style cuisine. Fun to try, delicious, and plentiful! We were able to sightsee in the area and then come back to this quiet haven at the end of the day. Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best place we stayed on our long trip of the west coast. Wonderful traditional Chinese breakfast,serene atmosphere, amenities galore. I have already recommended to a friend as a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

YS, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Owners, Richard and Ana make wonderful breakfast. We had good time. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

SIMON, Solothurn

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

Super Frühstück an ruhiger Lage

Dieses B&B war nur ein Zwischenstopp auf unserer Tour. Der Aufenthalt war aber sehr angenehm und der Besitzer sehr freundlich. Das Frühstück war erste Klasse in sehr erholsamer Atmosphäre. Schon nur deshalb lohnt sich eine Übernachtung hier, um einen Wechsel vom alltäglichen US Frühstück zu bekommen. Gerne wieder einmal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed our stay. Nice and quiet.The Chinese breakfast was a new experience it was very good! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing amenities - pool table, putting green and bowling alley. Very dated furniture and over all feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I admit I was anxious driving down the road to Arky's, Just look to your right and left. Scary. But at the end of the road is their home, and it is very nice; extremely clean. Richard and his wife are very nice and accommodating. You feel more like a guest in a friends home, than a B&B. The breakfast is incredible,,,delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. Beach access, too. The common areas were palatial !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view from the breakfast area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent, blissful place to stay. Richard and Ana were perfect hosts and the breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very peaceful place. Beautiful views and a very delicious breakfast. Richard and Ana are very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home in a beautiful location. Friendly and kind proprietors. Clean. Comfortable. A perfect experience. Would rate it higher if I could.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Met personally by the host, Richard. Beautiful home, lovely grounds with private beach access. The breakfast Ana and Richard prepared was delicious, fresh and so unique. So many "extras" and did I mention, most gracious hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Lovely hosts. Everything you'd need. Especially the breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Spotless house provides a comfortable stay.

Immaculate house...Rear yard leads down to the sea. The yard is perfectly manicured - with flowering plants and shrubs. We are not golfers, but there is also a putting green to practice on. Low flying fog added a mysterious quality in the morning, and by noon it had cleared to sunny skies.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

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