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Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

Property class: 2.5

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At Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf, you can look forward to mini golf, an arcade/game room, and a fireplace in the lobby. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a telephone, and a mirror.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dining table, and a kitchenette.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Fort Bragg, Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is near the beach. Sea Glass Museum and Triangle Tattoo Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Skunk Train and Point Cabrillo Lighthouse. Traveling with kids? Consider Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Mendocino Art Center. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Fort Bragg travel guide
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1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.
    Noyo Harbor
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A sunset over a grassy field with trees and a fence.
    Pomo Bluffs Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A forest path with a fallen log, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.
    Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fort Bragg Beach
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Noyo Headlands Park
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    16 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    13 min walk
  • Sea Pal Cove
    3 min drive
  • Princess Seafood
    15 min walk

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf located?

This family-friendly Fort Bragg hotel is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Fort Bragg Beach and Pomo Bluffs Park. Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and Noyo Headlands Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 579 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here anytime I travel through Fort Bragg, The staff are the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were friendly. The parking was plentiful !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was great. The staff were very friendly and the room was very clean. They were very pet-friendly and my pup was comfy as well .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel, room looked like it was recently renovated, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, pet friendly and very comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable, the staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located, close to good restaurants, a nice walk to the beach and a great drive through coffee shop. We lucked out with an end room that was spacious and clean. The only issue was spotty internet connections at times, not a show stopper since we were spending our enjoying the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room for a dog friendly one. Staff were also very nice and helpful. Location is walking distance to 2 beautiful state parks which is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean room, grounds are maintained well
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and smelled great. The hotel was outdated but the price was perfect for 2 rooms at 180.00 with taxes and fees. The staff was sweet and helpful! If you can help it, stay UPSTAIRS or you’ll hear everyone walking above you. Seems to be a popular stay for construction workers and they like to talk outside at their truck and smoke weed and cigarettes! So you will also smell that which is not the hotels fault! All in all we had a comfortable stay and will stay there again. We don’t recommend the mini golf! I wasn’t sure if the man was yelling at us or was frustrated with something else!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is wonderful; walking distance to Noyo harbor, Dave’s restaurant (great breakfast), and beach if wanting a stroll. The golf/arcade area is completely separate from hotel. On line it appears as all in one and looks a bit chaotic and what would be noisy… not the case at all. We were in room 215; close to stairs, quiet and specious. The morning fare was all prepackaged; banana muffin, yogurt, orange juice and nutragrain bar and coffee. Suggestion to hotel: grab some lovely items from local bakery and serve each morning; such a game-changer for guests. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The room was very clean, comfortable and spacious. The bed is comfortable. The location is good. It’s a good price for the area. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room great staff convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall not bad, I'd rate the hotel a C+/B-. The men running the arcade were condescending and grumpy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly...the "King" bed was less than a "King" bed, very uncomfortable and the room was extremely warm with no air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It feels good to stay here, even though it's not so far from the road. The location is convenient to the restaurant and the sightseeing places.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will be honest, I was worried about pet dander as I am allergic to some. There was no sign,scent or smell of animals. Very easy breezy check in and kind staff. Ample parking available and a nice mini golf in walking distance. For a place that is older it is well kept and very clean. We look forward to our next stay in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly, clean, and the miniature golf and arcade was fun for family time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman who checked us in and out was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. He helped us with 2 beach locations that were both lovely and fun, and several restaurant choices, two of which we used and greatly enjoyed. This location is not north of the bridge where a lot of activities and downtown is, but it's so close. 2-3 min by car. It really was remarkably clean inside and out which I appreciate. I woulld stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, easy check in, and location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and very accommodating. It was a good place for pets as there are plenty of places to walk your dog
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were kind and helpful. Hotel is simple, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms, & great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great. Close parking and quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bed and pillows were very comfortable. Staff very friendly. No complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026