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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.8

Excellent

Historic sanctuary by the redwoods

A 1926 Tudor castle nestled among Coast Redwoods with Eel River views. Inside, warm sitting rooms feature roaring fireplaces, games, and music for afternoon tea with fresh scones. Evenings transform the dining room and patio into a haven for exquisite meals with live music across the grounds.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Queen | View from room

Deluxe Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace King | View from room

Terrace King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 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

  • Garden view
  • 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)
  • Garden view
  • 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
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Garberville, Benbow Historic Inn is in a rural area and on the beach. One Log House and Avenue of the Giants are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Humboldt Redwoods State Park and Richardson Grove State Park. Benbow Inn Golf Course and Mateel Community Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails, and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Garberville travel guide
Map
445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542

What's nearby

  • Forest Trail
    Richardson Grove State Park
    12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Avenue of the Giants
    Avenue of the Giants
    13 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Humboldt Redwoods State Park
    Humboldt Redwoods State Park
    19 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Benbow Lake State Recreation Area
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Benbow Inn Golf Course
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ray's Food Place
    4 min drive
  • The Lost Frenchman
    7 min drive
  • Getti Up
    4 min drive
  • Signature Coffee
    8 min drive
  • Bellini Cafe North
    4 min drive

About this property

Benbow Historic Inn

Luxury upscale hotel near Benbow Inn Golf Course
Located close to Richardson Grove State Park, Benbow Historic Inn provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, an adjacent golf course, and a grocery/convenience store. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach massages. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Dining Room, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and a gift shop
  • A TV in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and 2 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free bottled water and WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Free infant beds, cable channels, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Dining Room

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 8,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a river
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 42.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

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

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Benbow
Benbow Garberville
Benbow Hotel & Resort
Benbow Hotel & Resort Garberville
Benbow Inn
Benbow Historic Inn Garberville
Benbow Historic Inn
Benbow Historic Garberville
Benbow Historic
Benbow Hotel Resort
Benbow Historic Inn Hotel
Benbow Historic Inn Garberville
Benbow Historic Inn Hotel Garberville

Frequently asked questions

Does Benbow Historic Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Benbow Historic Inn 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 Benbow Historic Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Benbow Historic Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Benbow Historic Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Benbow Historic Inn located?

Located in Garberville, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Benbow Inn Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mateel Community Center and Briceland Vineyards Winery. One Log House and Avenue of the Giants are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Benbow Historic Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 696 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 696 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 696 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 696 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 696 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful place!! We didn’t have much time to fully enjoy everything. We will be back however to fully enjoy all of the amenities and perks of the property. Absolutely beautiful 😍
Vew from Hwy
The drive up to the Inn
Beautiful and fragrant gardens
Front door check in entrance
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place to stay. Food was great. A/C didn't work but it was cool weather.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Stay!! clean room, staff, amenities!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Elaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint English style Inn in beautiful Southern Humboldt. The best thing about this place is the bar/restaurant. We had dinner there each of the 3 nights we were there. Service and food were excellent. The room was unique with heavy scent of smoke from the wood burning fireplace (which we did not use).
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique historical property with understated elegance. Well preserved but with modern convenience. The Clara suite was airy, bright, and comfortable. The complementary sherry was a nice touch tho not our cup of tea. Dinner was excellent with impeccable service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

adalton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a high-quality place to stay beautiful property and a great place to have a dinner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loretta A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to stay, nice walking along the river. Room overlooking the garden with a comfy armchair to enjoy the view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Alfonso

Liked: Staff & service
Nice Historic Hotel that needs to refresh its historic bedrooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, excellent staff and service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice place. Dining staff were so friendly . Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficiency and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful Historic Inn
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Allan Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay and view! Recommend to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kamonh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Love the historical and story of the hotel and how they preserve the originality of it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

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
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10/10 Excellent

Korina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic Inn is beautiful and really cozy and charming with excellent service. The restaurant has good options, they offer a free tea service in the afternoon and free coffee in the mornings. Free parking the rooms are very well appointed uncomfortable with nice linens and towels. Beautiful views from every room of the surrounding mountains and river. Definitely a bargain! For the quality & the service levels.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinner and breakfast. Servers and food were great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet and secluded property. 2 miles from Garberville, CA
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing hotel! We want to come back in the summer months to enjoy the ambiance, scenery & staff! If you love history & service, this is a must see.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is gorgeous and the food delicious and staff were very nice! We will hopefully be coming back for another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

LILY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty and historic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024