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Benbow Historic Inn

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool

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Reception
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free airport shuttle
The current price is AU$501
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Explore the area

Map
445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542
  • Benbow Inn Golf Course
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Humboldt County Office
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Richardson Grove State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium King Room

Premium King Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Queen | View from room

Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
14 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen 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
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fireplace King

Fireplace King

Highlights

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

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Leta Benbow's Room | Bathroom

Leta Benbow's Room

Highlights

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

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Terrace King

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
12 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Garberville

A luxury stay in Garberville awaits you at Benbow Historic Inn. You'll be 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Benbow Inn Golf Course and 9.1 km (5.6 mi) from Mateel Community Center. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .Dining Room serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site free kids' club, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. 8000 square feet (743 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and spa services. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free airport pick-up service. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Garberville hotel include Briceland Vineyards Winery and One Log House.

What's nearby

  • Benbow Lake State Recreation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Benbow Inn Golf Course - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Humboldt County Office - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Garberville Town Square - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Richardson Grove State Park - 31 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shop Smart - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Benbow Inn Bar & Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Woodrose Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Signature Coffee Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Getti Up - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Benbow Historic Inn

Luxury hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 8000 square feet (743 square metres) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Benbow Historic Inn. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free during limited hours. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Garberville hotel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 8000 sq ft of conference space
  • 743 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1926
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Benbow Historic Inn offers 65 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English

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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

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
  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per stay.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 20.00 per accommodation, per night

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 local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 18 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per stay

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
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

Is parking available at Benbow Historic Inn?

Yep, Benbow Historic Inn has a free self car park.

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

As of 1 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benbow Historic Inn on 11 May 2025 start from AU$469.44, 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 Benbow Historic Inn?

The closest beach to Benbow Historic Inn is Black Sands Beach (24.7 km).

Is there a spa on site at Benbow Historic Inn?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like beachside massages.

Does Benbow Historic Inn have a pool?

Benbow Historic Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

Is Benbow Historic Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Benbow Historic Inn is a hit with families.

Does Benbow Historic Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, local cuisine breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Benbow Historic Inn?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Benbow Historic Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Benbow Historic Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Benbow Historic Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Benbow Historic Inn?

There is a golf course next to Benbow Historic Inn.

Benbow Historic Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 593 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elke

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful on the outside and inside. Very clean and looking great for an older hotel. No TV in the bedroom but we didn’t mind at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Alan

A charming Inn

Overnight stay on our way to the airport from Arcata. Heard about this historical Inn and want to experience its charm. Dinner was superb. Staff very friendly. Holiday decorations were beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Very accommodating. Hotel was a literal time capsule. One of the best ribeye steaks I've ever had! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Kavita, Fremont

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room heater was not working and we slept feeling cold whole night. Lamps not working.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very quaint, historic hotel. Some updates to bathroom noted, but still small. Faint musty smell to the room, but i guess you'll have that with a hotel that old. Would be better without carpet. Enjoyed the complimentary brandy, added to the charm of the room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely older property which is well-taken care of
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Brownsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stumbled across this place on Travelocity and it was a pleasant and comfortable surprise with the charm of yesteryear. Breakfast on the terrace was memorable and enjoyed the room amenities and the distinct furnishings. You won't regret staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very charming hotel with good food. Great place to stay near the avenue of the giants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
What a great historic inn. The bed was so comfortable and the room so nice And the best of all the restaurant is fabulous for dinner and breakfast. The service staff is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinner and breakfast. Servers and food were great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Anja

Travelled with partner
Historic places are always challenging. Neat structure but needing a little more care. The biggest downside was that the heat was not turned on for the guestroom wing in mid Sept., so the room was cold. Sinks had an issue draining. We were upgraded to a functioning rooms with a fireplace to save the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piper

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay. The hotel has so much history and is beautiful. Our room was spacious and comfortable. The windows opened to the dining courtyard, and we had a view of the river and bridge. We could also hear the live music from below. It was very relaxing. The room was very clean, with nice amenities. We also really enjoyed breakfast and dinner - delicious and well presented. The afternoon tea should not be missed - wonderful hot scones! We highly recommend this hotel and we hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic landmark.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adrianne

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

10/10 Excellent

LILY

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

4/10 Poor

Austin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Inn is a really charming stay with really uncomfortable beds, rooms with cobwebs and hair, and pretty bad food. Just go camping at Humboldt SP.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Founders Room

Sprung for the of the Founders Rooms. When we booked, the only one available was the Leta. Top floor, beautiful view, nicely decorated, and one of the largest bathrooms I've had at any hotel. They provide a few glasses worth of cream sherry which is a nice touch. Our experience with the service team was generally positive too, no complaints. It's a gorgeous property with beautiful grounds. Well worth a bucket list visit. One quick note to the hotel. There's about $12/day in fees that are not reflected in the Expedia/hotels.com pricing. The $20/day resort fee (paid at checkout) is captured by Expedias pricing, but the others were not.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024