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Dawn Ranch

3.5 star property
Riverside hotel with steam room and spa services

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Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
Property grounds
Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$489
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

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16467 CA-116, Guerneville, CA, 95446
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnson's Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pee Wee Golf and Arcade
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Memory foam bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 20 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 19 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Murphy's Cabin

Murphy's Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Memory foam bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Basic Tent

Basic Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Portable fan
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Guerneville

At Dawn Ranch you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Russian River and Johnson's Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, The Lodge at Dawn Ranch, is open for breakfast and dinner. The Lodge at Dawn Ranch is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the steam room and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to free bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Guerneville hotel, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Armstrong Redwoods State Park.

What's nearby

  • Russian River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Johnson's Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pee Wee Golf and Arcade - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Korbel Winery - 5 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 28 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiki Bar at the r3 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Bazaar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Lodge at Dawn Ranch - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dawn Ranch

Riverside hotel with steam room and spa services
Dawn Ranch offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a steam room, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Dawn Ranch. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Guerneville hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dawn Ranch offers 49 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Coffee/tea makers and minibars (stocked with some free items) are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • The Lodge at Dawn Ranch
  • The Lodge at Dawn Ranch

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (100 centimetre wide)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: 11.6 per cent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Pool access
  • Spa access

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 30 per person

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dawn Ranch Hotel
Dawn Ranch Guerneville
Dawn Ranch Hotel Guerneville
Dawn Ranch Guerneville Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dawn Ranch?

Dawn Ranch offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dawn Ranch?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dawn Ranch on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$436.97, 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 parking available at Dawn Ranch?

Yep, Dawn Ranch has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Dawn Ranch?

Yep, Dawn Ranch is a short 7-minute walk from Johnson's Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Dawn Ranch?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Dawn Ranch have a pool?

Dawn Ranch has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to October.

What makes Dawn Ranch a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dawn Ranch.

Is Dawn Ranch family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals and a picnic area, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dawn Ranch is a hit with families.

Does Dawn Ranch serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dawn Ranch?

No, Dawn Ranch does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dawn Ranch?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dawn Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dawn Ranch?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Dawn Ranch Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deluca

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very pretty area and cottage. Wifi didn’t work well and we weren’t told we’d be across the road away from the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying here and it’s always so beautiful. We love the nature, heated outdoor pools for our kiddos, complimentary yoga classes and kayaking . Just beautiful property! Only thing they didn’t have for both days we stayed was the complimentary coffee station at the lodge . They kept saying we have complimentary coffee in our rooms .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I want to say don’t come here because it’s so good. Probably safe from before being overrun though as it was not crowded. The restaurant, on the other hand, is very popular which can be a problem if don’t want to leave the property. Mixed blessing there but food and cocktails are extremely good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a perfect time - we were transported to another land. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Way too expensive. Spent on average $500 a night to sleep in a tent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dawn Ranch is aspirational and mechanical. It has the feel of an influencer property, with the distinctive flourishes and details in place to make it attractive and exciting. The facilities are clean, spare and modern. The fixtures are sufficiently cool with the edison bulbs. But the details makes it feel like the staff is going through the motions of hospitality. The hardware is there but the software is missing. For instance, our room was nice and clean if a little spare. The leather case for the tissue felt luxe. But details like the coffee station, only available was Splenda and a lot of it. Someone didn’t do the basic check to make sure sugar was there. Sure I could have asked, but I shouldn’t have to for day 1. The refrigerator was nicely stocked, but the shelves still had the tape on the shelves indicating it was installed quickly. The grounds were good, but you would see left over items from the plastic axe throwing after the board was taken away. We had breakfast in one of the side rooms after seating but we had to get our own silverware after not being able to get a servers attention. That said the silverware is high quality. Some nice things, the s’mores and the fire pits had a nice rustic feeling, the birdwatching offering including in the resort fee was great. In short flashy stuff but the heart is missing. Great in pics, decent experience but expectations not well set. Great location and solid.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Clara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really pretty grounds and nice getaway. Quite expensive for how small the Grove King room is
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for some peace and relaxation. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marnesha

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and great experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the restaurant was closed and our room was not on the actual property but across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Judy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Superb restaurant. Looking forward to many future stays.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing! So tranquil and beautiful. It was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anne, Palo Alto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were pleasantly surprised with our stay at the newly revamped Dawn Ranch. Went for a couples weekend and did the cottage, spa, dinner. Cozy fun vibes. Reduced stars for cottage being a little cold/drafty (that’s me), spa being a little intense about the rules, and restaurant as well. They had to turn away sooooo many ppl without reservations so def make them for dinner! Free wine tasting and excellent masseuse a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anait

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I find it a bit overpriced

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ha Yeon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and great property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024