Benbow Historic Inn

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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.8

Excellent

Historic elegance by the serene river

Surrounded by blooming daffodils and the serene Eel River, this historic inn exudes old-world charm with exquisite woodwork and antiques. Delight in delicious dining, a cosy wood-burning fireplace, and a perfect patio overlooking picturesque grounds and a charming bridge.

The current price is ₹27,566
₹35,470 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Queen

A courtyard with outdoor seating, surrounded by trees and a building.

Deluxe Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Terrace King

A view from a balcony with a stone wall and trees in the background.

Terrace King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Leta Benbow's Room

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a window with a view of a forest, and a framed painting on the wall.

Leta Benbow's Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Garden Cottage Room

A spacious room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a television.

Garden Cottage Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed with floral bedding, a sofa, and a desk with a lamp.

Fireplace King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium King Room

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a large bed with a floral bedspread, two bedside lamps, a dresser with a mirror, and a small red pillow with a letter on it.

Premium King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Garberville, Benbow Historic Inn is in a rural area and on a river. One Log House and Avenue of the Giants are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Richardson Grove State Park and Humboldt Redwoods 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, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Garberville travel guide
Map
445 Lake Benbow Dr, Garberville, CA, 95542

What's nearby

  • A forested area with tall trees and a dirt path.
    Richardson Grove State Park
    6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • A person standing next to a fallen tree in a forest.
    Avenue of the Giants
    13 min drive - 17.1 km
  • A road through a forest with tall trees and a vehicle.
    Humboldt Redwoods State Park
    18 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Benbow Lake State Recreation Area
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Benbow Inn Golf Course
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ray's Food Place
    4 min drive
  • Signature Coffee
    8 min drive
  • The Lost Frenchman
    7 min drive
  • Espresso & Gifts
    8 min drive
  • El Cora
    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. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range. 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 gift shop and a banquet hall
    • Luggage storage, wedding services and beach towels
    • 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
  • 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 at the property

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 42.00 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

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 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Benbow Historic Inn on 6 Oct 2026 start from ₹27,566, excluding 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?

This family-friendly Garberville hotel is located by the ocean, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Benbow Inn Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Richardson Grove State Park and Mateel Community Center. Briceland Vineyards Winery and One Log House are also within 6 mi (10 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. 423 out of 731 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 731 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 731 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 731 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 731 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and very nice ambiance.Staff was very helful,parking very easy.The dining options need work.The food is not very impressive.Some dishes were heavily salted and I am big on salt so if I think it’s salty then it’s really salty.There is not much in the area for dining so you are pretty much a captive audience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Romantic getaway with great views!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We LOVE the Benbow Inn. It is a unique and cherished inn that my family has visited for over 75 years. The staff are friendly (one even played the piano while I was reading in the main room), and the grounds and building are extraordinary, beautiful, and of a bygone era. Also, not to be missed: scones and tea at 3:00!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s an old hotel expect it to be that, but it was clean. I read the reviews so I was expecting it to be old so I was not disappointed. It is a Beautiful hotel with a nice European History. Our room smelled like old cigarettes and old people. My husband had to get the spider and his web off of the ceiling…It was dark even in the day time. We heard a door close very loudly early in the morning and at night. It was Very Loud! It’s a well preserved place but it’s over due for a complete remodel of the room 110. I only know it this room. It’s one the best rooms and only two of them. It just smelled so bad I had to use my deodorant as an air freshener. I got home and was charged for room a second time and it was less than what I had originally paid through Expedia. So what is the real price? Our were we gouged on-line? We were there for the Raggae Festival. We paid more booking it on-line and in advance. We were offered a buffet that was being offered due to the event but I think it was expensive for what they offered $65.00 for two for the basics, no smoked salmon, shrimp or mimosas. I am still trying to figure out the resort fees and what makes it a resort? Would I go again? It depends. They have an EV charger which had we known we would have driven our EV they don’t mention it online. We definitely appreciated the shuttle that picked us up and took us to the event although the hotel had no knowledge of it when we called and inquired about it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The property is historic, so the HVAC system is dated and a little noisy. There is a pool but it’s not in close proximity to the hotel. The restaurant food and environment was very good, however a little pricey. Overall a good place to stay, the bed was comfortable and I slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in one of the upstairs rooms with a large soaking tub which was delightful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The Historic inn is amazing place that represents a long bygone era and you can tell the ownership tries to keep it up. The rooms are very clean but the condition is a bit shabby. Things like water damage on the ceiling sheet rock, missing trim rings on sprinklers and old uncomfortable innerspring matress with squeaky springs. I know price is a relevant thing, especially to the area, and this was by far the nicest place within miles but the room was not worth the $500+ per night paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was charged extra taxes 92.00 after check out?, request a statement . Gave us a basic room stated it was expedia fault for giving a lesser room and over charging. Showed them printed receipt from expedia, they changed the room but couch was water stained and smelled awful and stated that is all they had, bar staff was hard to get service. Never again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Charming hotel, staff wee great. Restaurant was understaffed for July 4th but they were able to accomodate us. Highly recommend it but please make sure you have a dinner reservation on busy days. Also, the bar and restaurant have beautiful patios on both sides but they both close at 9pm. There is nothing nearby. Suggestion for management - maybe consider staying open later?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this historic hotel. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. The front desk staff were super helpful and the morning tea in the bar hit the spot for us. We will defitnitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
great location for seeing the avenue of giant and great food but the hotel is verynold and some rooms r renovated overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful setting. Classic. Food is wonderful. Staff always very helpful but they could have staffed a bit differently to be sure there was always a person close by. Need to beef up gift shop. It’s the Inns 100th birthday and not a piece of clothing, hat or gift to commemorate this landmark. How about Winston teddy bears? Truly loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Unique hotel in a beautiful setting. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The building is 100 years, if you love the history, this is the place. Or you prefer a comfortable stay, this is not.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
unique location very pretty setting
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An interesting property in a lovely setting by the south fork of the Eel River. The mushroom tacos I got at the bar were very tasty. French toast waffles for breakfast were a novelty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love this hotel! This is the best hidden gem of a hotel! The original architecture is amazing and well cared for. The grounds are majestic where you can just imagine folks back in the day sitting out on the lawn. The view of the river is surreal and you have access to it with just a few steps down to the river beach area. The special events they offer are high end! Something that you would except from a big city hotel. I cannot say enough positive things about this hotel and their staff! I highly recommend to all! A must stay hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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That was a fun hotel. Unique with a lot character.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely setting and the room was clean and spacious. The plumbing was a little funky but it is a historical inn.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice nostalgic room, clean, good bed. Bathroom was smaller but ok. Grounds were beautiful. Large outdoor patio. No free breakfast but restaurant had very good food. Free parking with handicap spaces. Also had an elavator. This was a historic property and very beautiful inside
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, amazing staff. Drinks with Mia before dinner were amazing. Dinner was one of the best!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was fabulous and we enjoyed the gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great restaurant. Beautiful site on the eel river
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a beautiful place!! We didn’t have much time to fully enjoy everything. We will be back however to fully enjoy all of the amenities and perks of the property. Absolutely beautiful 😍
Vew from Hwy
The drive up to the Inn
Beautiful and fragrant gardens
Front door check in entrance
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was such an unexpected delight. It felt like a visit to a time before everything became a boring beige Air B&B. I loved it. What a charmer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026