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Black Sands Inn

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
View from property
Standard Room | Living area
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Explore the area

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59 Surf Point, Shelter Cove, CA, 95589
  • Place, Mal Coombs Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Abalone Point
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Studio Suite

Premier Studio Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Studio

Premier Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Shelter Cove

Black Sands Inn places you steps from Mal Coombs Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Shelter Cove Marina. .In proximity to this Shelter Cove hotel you'll find Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

What's nearby

  • Mal Coombs Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abalone Point - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Black Sands Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Avenue of the Giants - 60 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mario's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • Surf Point Coffee + Bistro
  • ‪Gyppo Ale Mill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Black Sands Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Delgado Pizza and Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Black Sands Inn

Black Sands Inn offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Shelter Cove hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Black Sands Inn offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 12 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Hot tub access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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 75 per pet, 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Black Sands Inn Hotel
Black Sands Inn Shelter Cove
Black Sands Inn Hotel Shelter Cove

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Black Sands Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Black Sands Inn?

As of 24 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Sands Inn on 13 Apr 2026 start from AU$238, 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 Black Sands Inn?

The closest beach to Black Sands Inn is Black Sands Beach (2.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Black Sands Inn?

No, Black Sands Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Black Sands Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Black Sands Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 302 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It beat all of our expectations, me and my girlfriends, was our two year anniversary. It was f****** amazing. Period. Just maybe read this and never tell anyone else about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

vitaliy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
While we were there, renovations were taking place, which no one warned us about. There were sheets of playwood and boards lying on the floor right in front of the entrance the entire time we were there. Workers were installing a new roof, and at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, we were awakened by the sound of hammers. Words cannot describe our outrage, as we wanted to get away from the city noise for our anniversary and simply enjoy the sound of the waves and nature … 1. Dog hair all over the floor and on the sofa. 2. White drywall dust on the floor in various places, probably from removing light fixtures from the ceiling. 3. One light fixture is hanging directly above the stove, revealing a hole leading to the attic. 4. A strong dog odor, which caused my wife to have an allergic reaction. 5. And the most unpleasant thing is that all the bedding on the bed is covered in the same white drywall dust. (((( We stayed at this place a few years ago, in a different room, and everything was great, but this time, unfortunately, all these problems significantly spoiled our stay here, we're very disappointed . When I asked why there was no notice of renovation work, I was told that the problem arose unexpectedly. They simply lied to me. They suggested that I go somewhere while the maintenance staff came and cleaned, and this was on the only full day I was there. Moreover, there was no closet in the room where we could put our things. Terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suhi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and comfortable and clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ellen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were failed to be told that the roof was being replaced duriing our stay which was intended to be a quiet stay. caution tape anchored by the chairs to view the surf. The out door fire place wasnt working. Ithe balcony was covered in roofing debris that blew inside living room. It felt like walking on pebbles
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Liang

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Studio with Kitchen was beautiful. Excellent views. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect, clean and had all of the amenities we needed. Amazing ocean views!
Taken from patio right outside of our room
Taken from patio right outside of our room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view and location are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Quilcene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic ocean front location. Charming decor. Comfortable suite.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and view was spectacular. The owners and staff were more than helpful. The jacuzzi outside available to guests is also a nice luxury if it isn't busy. The town of this coastal area was just as nice to visit as the stay at the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay, best view clean, great beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, comfy bed, right next to the ocean. Would stay here again in a heart beat!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view and helpful, communicative staff. Would recommend! The wife and I are already planning a return trip to this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, excellent view and nice beach. I'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Black Sands Inn location is beautiful, especially for relaxing and enjoying the sound of the ocean. The hotel staff clearly provide helpful instructions. The property is clean and safe. I highly recommend this location, and we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the view was spectacular. small but quaint. other patrons were very friendly. getting access to room slightly difficult, since we had no internet reception to receive instructions, need to make better heads up notice on door.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Lovely room. Accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester, Arcata

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable, wonderful view, close to the cove and places to eat. Beach erosion is a little worrisome here so book your room soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy, Murphys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Black Sands Inn offered a wonderful stay right on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. I had some trepidation about the self-check in process, but all went well. The exterior of the building needs some TLC, but my room was clean, beautifully appointed, and comfortable. I enjoyed the meditative sound of the ocean, walks around the small community of Shelter Cove, and conversations with some of the local residents. The visit to the Inn and area was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You need to fix the parking situation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025