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Surf Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A natural landscape with a river, trees, and a distant shoreline. - Surf Inn (Gualala)
A Gualala Bluff Trail sign and a Surf Motel sign with a whale silhouette. - Surf Inn (Gualala)
A parking area with a view of the ocean. - Surf Inn (Gualala)
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Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit at Surf Inn. A garden and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, and a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Gualala, Surf Inn is in the city center and on a river. Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery and Arena Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gualala Arts Center and Arena Rock Marine Nature Preserve. Pennyroyal Farm and Mendocino County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Gualala travel guide
Map
39170 South Highway 1, P.O. Box 695, Gualala, CA, 95445

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of clouds and trees.
    Gualala Bluff Trail
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A golf course with a wooden sign indicating hole 11th.
    Sea Ranch Golf Links
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gualala River
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gualala Arts Center
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Trinks Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Whitecap Coffee and Tea
    6 min drive
  • Cove Azul Bar & Grill
    2 min walk
  • Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen
    6 min drive
  • Gualala Seafood Shack
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 15.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Faxes
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Self parking

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 15.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Surf Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surf Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Surf Inn located?

Located in the heart of Gualala, this hotel is steps from Gualala River, Gualala Bluff Trail, and Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery. Gualala Arts Center and Sea Ranch Golf Links are also within 2 mi (3 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

Surf Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sudeshna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, pet friendly and convenient continental breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jade was lovely and helpful, the coffee machine in the lobby is delicious. The property location and view are perfect the bed is warm and comfy. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent! And breakfast also. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Gualala and the Surf Inn is the best place to sit, completely relax, drink wine and enjoy the beautiful view. Jade the manager is the very best! So friendly and helpful❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. It is an older hotel that they’ve recently revamped. Perfect location, clean, comfortable beds, we’d stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I checked in Jade was so pleasant! She checked me in quickly and told me to be sure to ask her if I needed anything else. She gave me directions to places to eat and also the art center in the Redwoods. My room was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay at the Surf Inn again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Nice continental breakfast. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel! Jade was a wonderful hostess! It was so relaxing lying in bed and listening to the waves. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel and the staff was great, very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just perfect for a stay in Gualala. The owner/manager is so wonderful, she is so nice and accommodating. It’s been 15 years since my last stay prior to this one. I’ll definitely be back! Beautiful serene place on the property to watch the sunset as well👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New Simmons Beautyrest beds with a pillow top are super cozy. Unbelievable location nearest Gualala River meets Pacific Ocean. Morning breakfast offered a wide variety of items and a fancy coffee single serve machine. Staff was very friendly. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, comfortable bed and beautiful view!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab location. Ocean right in the property. Walking distance to several restaurants and grocery options. Comfortable bed and pillows. Shampoo & body wash in the shower. Water pressure and temp could be improved but not complaining, for the price this is a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Staff are helpful and pups are allowed :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and view were beautiful, and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Very chill environment. I had the beach view room which was great to wake up to and hear the waves crashing in the middle of the night. Very friendly staff, shout outs to jade for being so kind and sweet. Definitely will be going back in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jade at the office was one of the best service people I've come across in all my time, did everything she could to make us as comfortable as possible, voluntarily. Couldn't be happier. The continental breakfast was nothing too unusual, however it was done with care rather than just placed out junk sweets. Just one example is the hard boiled eggs weren't overdone by an hour or whatever they do at most hotels that turn the yolks into green dry clumps. I usually don't bother with reviews even with reasonably decent places because "nice" but nothing outstanding doesn't help, but this was definitely worth finding.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Amenities
This is a nicely updated older motel with a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Minzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really great stay at this hotel and would highly recommend it! First of all, the staff were absolutely amazing, super friendly, welcoming, and always helpful, which made the whole experience feel very comfortable and enjoyable. We stayed in an oceanview room, and it was incredibly spacious. The view was honestly stunning. Breakfast was fairly simple, but the grab-and-go setup was actually very convenient, especially on days when we had plans and needed something quick before heading out. Overall, everything from the service to the room and the view exceeded our expectations. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting, and we would happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff go above and beyond for your comfort
Sitting on their deck with fire over looking beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean,friendly, beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff-Jade was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Great stay! Awesome location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Employees were super friendly, room was clean and comfortable. Great location in a quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Proximity to the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025