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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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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
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$397
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

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Deluxe Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
14 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 14 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Mountain view

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Terrace King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
12 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 12 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Cottage Room

Garden Cottage Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Fireplace King

Fireplace King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

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Premium King Room

Premium King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view
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About the area

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 rock climbing, mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Garberville travel guide
Map
445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542

What's nearby

  • Forest Trail
    Richardson Grove State Park
    7 min drive - 10.5 km
  • When passing through Humboldt Redwoods State Park in California, be sure to branch off Highway 101 and cruise along Highway 254. This corridor is better known as the Avenue of the Giants, notable for the Coast Redwoods that overshadow the road. #lifeatexpedia #roadtrip #nature #california
    Avenue of the Giants
    9 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Not even the largest of the trees in the area by far. This image, though, captures the scale for sure! It is certainly enchanting!
    Humboldt Redwoods State Park
    13 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Benbow Lake State Recreation Area
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Benbow Inn Golf Course
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ray's Food Place
    4 min drive
  • The Lost Frenchman
    7 min drive
  • Benbow Inn Bar & Lounge
    1 min walk
  • Getti Up
    4 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 return airport shuttle, an adjacent golf course and a corner/local shop. 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 sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a porter/bellboy and a banquet hall
  • A TV in reception, a front desk safe and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free bottled water and WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 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 transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 cot
  • 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 centre

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.
  • Lift
  • 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 cot

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

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 cots are available on request at the 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 20.00 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

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 to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Benbow Historic Inn?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benbow Historic Inn on 26 Jan 2026 start from NZ$363.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Benbow Historic Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Benbow Historic Inn?

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?

Checkout 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. 389 out of 676 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 676 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 676 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 676 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 676 reviews

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Alfonso

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

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was exceptionally dark, and there was an odor coming from the drains. On our second night, the hallway smelled like someone had lit a campfire at one end. And on both nights we were there. Our room was very smoky. Ironic, given that the hotel charges a fee if there is even a hint of smoke odor in the room. We were told that the smell was because our room was over a lower floor fireplace, and we could have asked for a different room, but we had also been told the hotel was fully booked. But if you know, the fireplace is an issue, why rent the room? Or better yet why not fix the problem? The staff was generally very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely facilty, with beautiful antique furnishings. The tea & scones a nice afternoon treat, Happy hour didn’t include discounted bar menu items, half price drinks only. Dinner was wonde
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic property that was quiet and relaxing. The back lawn was beautiful and we appreciated that there was corn hole to play. They serve tea and scone before the dinner hour and the restaurant had great food. All employees were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic, location is great but a warning it is old and no TV. Enjoyed the history though and if you like antiques you would love this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the quaint charm of this historic inn and the staff was excellent. Our server in the restaurant, Juan, was exceptional and met all our needs. The patio was an excellent place to watch the 4th of July fireworks show. My only complaint is the windows in our room (204) needs work, they would not close and lock properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

LILY

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

10/10 Excellent

Terrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully unique hotel that you should not miss. It is old - this must be understood of course. Food is superb. Ambience/Attitude are rare! Complimentary tea & scones, and welcome cream sherry in crystal decanter…
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

8/10 Good

Adrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel in immaculate condition. Very relaxing and beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024