Mendocino Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

North Coast California
North Coast California
Mendocino which includes a lighthouse, a sunset and general coastal views
Mendocino featuring a sunset, rugged coastline and general coastal views
Mendocino showing rugged coastline, a lighthouse and general coastal views

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

Mendocino is a haven for artists, with spectacular views of bluffs and rock formations. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the headland is in the midst of vineyards, museums and parks. Enjoy the haute culture among the art hangouts and quaint cafés.

Hike along a nature trail during warm summers and mild winters for views of the ocean. Watch the migration of pods of gray whales off the coast from February through April. Among the most scenic sights in the town is Agate Beach, with headlands and offshore rocks. Relax and enjoy the tranquility in this secluded cove.

On the western flank of the town is the Mendocino Headlands State ParkOpens in a new window, which has beaches, cliffs and a historic home. Visit the park’s iconic Ford House Visitor Center and Museum for the model display of the town in the 1890s. Learn about the intriguing logging industry of the community.

Wander through the blocks of the cultured town center to find the Mendocino Art Center. It offers more than 200 classes each year on topics from ceramics and fiber arts to jewelry and sculpture. Examine the works by local artists in monthly exhibitions.

Explore the displays of the nearby Chinese Taoist Temple of Kwan Tai. This brightly painted red-and-green structure has a museum educating visitors about California’s Chinese history. East of the town center, watch all types of sports games at Friendship Park.

Note that the community is often referred to as Mendocino Village to distinguish it from its namesake county. It has been used for the setting of many movies, including The Karate Kid and The Majestic.

Fly to San Francisco International Airport and drive north for about 175 miles (280 kilometers) to get to this community in northwestern California. Move around this small town on foot or rent mountain bikes. Visit nearby towns, such as SacramentoOpens in a new window, Fort BraggOpens in a new window and Santa Rosa.

Mendocino is a sophisticated retreat with art galleries and museums in the heart of wine country.

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

3 out of 5
45080 Main St, Mendocino, CA
The price is ₹9,219 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹9,219
₹10,233 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mendocino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good location right by ocean. Next to fort bragg"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites
Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow

3 out of 5
44951 Larkin Rd, Mendocino, CA
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Mendocino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Mendo Bungalow
The Stanford Inn By The Sea Eco-Resort

The Stanford Inn By The Sea Eco-Resort

4 out of 5
44850 Comptche Ukiah Rd, Mendocino, CA
The price is ₹43,784 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹43,784
₹48,600 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mendocino. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Big River and Ford House Visitor Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
"Lovely place. Highly recommend this hotel. One issue - I could hear rats/mice crawling around in the middle of the night. They need to put out a few traps to catch them."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

The Stanford Inn By The Sea Eco-Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow

3 out of 5
44951 Larkin Rd, Mendocino, CA
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Mendocino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Mendo Bungalow
Sweetwater Inn and Spa

Sweetwater Inn and Spa

3.5 out of 5
44840 Main Street, Mendocino, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly cabin in Mendocino. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Kelley House Museum and Ford House ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (127 reviews)
"It's beautiful, quiet, well equipped and a good rate for what it offers."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Sweetwater Inn and Spa
Peaceful Mendocino Cottage Surrounded By Redwoods

Peaceful Mendocino Cottage Surrounded By Redwoods

3 out of 5
Mendocino, CA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Mendocino. Enjoy free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve and Mendocino ...
Peaceful Mendocino Cottage Surrounded By Redwoods
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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