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Benbow Historic Inn

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy ocean views and garden scenery while treating themselves to relaxing massages or rounds of golf during daytime at this historic inn.

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A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, a stone foundation, and a well-maintained garden with a variety of flowers and shrubs. - Benbow Historic Inn (Garberville)
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Benbow Historic Inn sits in a prime beachfront location where guests can play 9 holes of golf or book rejuvenating spa treatments. The on-site Dining Room serves local cuisine for breakfast and offers garden views, while the sunny terrace provides a perfect spot for relaxation.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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A courtyard with outdoor seating, surrounded by trees and a building.

Deluxe Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 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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A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a window with a view of a forest, and a framed painting on the wall.

Leta Benbow's Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a television.

Garden Cottage Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fireplace King | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (free), WiFi

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 | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (free), WiFi

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 a river. One Log House and Avenue of the Giants are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Richardson Grove State Park and Humboldt Redwoods 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, mountain climbing, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Garberville travel guide
Map
445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542

What's nearby

  • A forested area with tall trees and a dirt path.
    Richardson Grove State Park
    6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • A road flanked by tall evergreen trees in a forest.
    Avenue of the Giants
    13 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • A road through a forest with tall trees and a vehicle.
    Humboldt Redwoods State Park
    18 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Benbow Lake State Recreation Area
    2 min walk - 0.1 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
  • Signature Coffee
    8 min drive
  • Getti Up
    4 min drive
  • The Lost Frenchman
    7 min drive
  • Woodrose Cafe
    3 min drive

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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
  • 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

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?

This family-friendly Garberville hotel is located by the ocean, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Benbow Inn Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Richardson Grove State Park and Mateel Community Center. Briceland Vineyards Winery and One Log House are also within 6 mi (10 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. 413 out of 714 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 714 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 714 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 714 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 714 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the upstairs rooms with a large soaking tub which was delightful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene

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We loved this historic hotel. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. The front desk staff were super helpful and the morning tea in the bar hit the spot for us. We will defitnitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

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Hotel was fabulous and we enjoyed the gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant. Beautiful site on the eel river
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Qilin

Liked: Staff & service
The building is 100 years, if you love the history, this is the place. Or you prefer a comfortable stay, this is not.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Armen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel, staff wee great. Restaurant was understaffed for July 4th but they were able to accomodate us. Highly recommend it but please make sure you have a dinner reservation on busy days. Also, the bar and restaurant have beautiful patios on both sides but they both close at 9pm. There is nothing nearby. Suggestion for management - maybe consider staying open later?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Classic. Food is wonderful. Staff always very helpful but they could have staffed a bit differently to be sure there was always a person close by. Need to beef up gift shop. It’s the Inns 100th birthday and not a piece of clothing, hat or gift to commemorate this landmark. How about Winston teddy bears? Truly loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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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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

Hugh

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We Did Enjoy our stay very easy to everything and food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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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

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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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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8/10 Good

Ty

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Check in was decent, the restaurant was amazing and service great, The bartender at the bar was loose and crude but that's okay, lots of profanity, Room was nice size but really tired, needs a remodel,
Stayed 2 nights 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

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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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

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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10/10 Excellent

John

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

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

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

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