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Surf Inn

2.5 star property

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A natural landscape with a river, trees, and a distant shoreline.
A Gualala Bluff Trail sign and a Surf Motel sign with a whale silhouette.
A parking area with a view of the ocean.
Two wooden Adirondack chairs in a garden setting with dense shrubbery and a wooden fence in the background.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach and calm sea.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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39170 South Highway 1, P.O. Box 695, Gualala, CA, 95445
  • Place, Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gualala River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gualala Bluff Trail
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

About the area

Gualala

Surf Inn puts you in the heart of Gualala, within steps of Gualala River and Gualala Bluff Trail. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast. .This pet-friendly hotel offers a terrace, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a picnic area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Gualala hotel include Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery and Gualala Arts Center.

What's nearby

  • Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gualala River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gualala Bluff Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gualala Arts Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sea Ranch Golf Links - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Trinks Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whitecap Coffee and Tea - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Bay Thai Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cove Azul Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vue Kitchen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Surf Inn

Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Surf Inn.

This Gualala hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Surf Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

37-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
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The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • 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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 15.00 per stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD15.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Surf Gualala
Surf Inn Gualala
Surf Inn Hotel
Surf Inn Gualala
Surf Inn Hotel Gualala

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Surf Inn?

Surf Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Surf Inn?

As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Inn on 31 Aug 2026 start from AU$220, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Surf Inn?

The closest beach to Surf Inn is Cooks Beach (3.6 km).

Does Surf Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Surf Inn?

No, Surf Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Surf Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Surf Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property right on the water, The staff is super nice snd friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Corinne

the staff was friendly and welcoming , the views are great for sunset - breakfast was perfect and coffee is always ready.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OVERALL: Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was super friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just one quick night but still a very efficient & friendly office management.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect stay, not only because of the five star ratings I just gave for cleanliness, attentiveness, affordability and location, but because of Jade, and her generosity as as the Surf Inn’s representative. Her welcome. Her goodbye, the spread she put out for breakfast for me and only one other guest. She’s a keeper. I’ve stayed at the Surf Inn often and have always enjoyed it. This stay was special because of Jade.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Continental, not really much. Pie hole filler at best
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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

Susanne

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

Janella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about staying at Surf Inn was perfect. Even the weather!
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

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with amazing wildlife on the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very lovely lady on reception too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, reasonable rates.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean & nicely kept for it being the 1st ocean front lodging in the area. The view from the private grounds are amazing & Jade is very nice & helpful. Small cons: the website says, “Our Full Hot Breakfast: COVID ALERT! WE ARE NOT ABLE TO SERVE DUE TO PANDEMIC”. This still applies, but has a nice selection of to go items and a great coffee machine that makes specialty coffees.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026