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Reviews of Boho Manor

3.5 out of 5
Boho Manor
20822 River Boulevard, Monte Rio, CA

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 91 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Toshia

Travelled with partner
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chantell

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here, I had a mother daughter weekend. I stayed in room 20. I loved the vibe of it. It has a speakeasy that is hidden behind book shelves, my room literally walked out back and was looking at the River. This is a older facility, but I thought they updated it pretty well. If ur looking for “new” not the place for you. It has a nostalgic vibe. I would go back again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Ken

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were told everything was closed for the season including hot tub. We were going to stay 2 days but we did not care for the room we were in. We were supposed to have a room with a view of the river but the windows had moss on them and hadn’t been cleaned in a long time. Coffee maker didn’t work and shower was not up to par. Kathy in the bar was friendly and was the best part of our stay as we watched the 49ers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

colin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
River views
It’s a fun little hotel with a nice bar and view over the Russian River. That’s cool plus it’s wedged in amongst massive redwood trees which is also super cool. The restaurant is decent and on a rainy night when you don’t want to drive makes for a perfect evening. The rooms are small…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kaitlin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Xiaofei

Liked: Staff & service
The bedsheet and pillow covers are not clean,short of facial tissue.Location is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I want to live at the Boho Manor
Lori and the entire crew here go above and beyond - its in their DNA. They are friendly and if you get the chance to have a meal or drinks with them after work at their restarant and bar, you will delight in just how much fun they are! The property is nestled right up on the shore of the Russian river, and it is so peaceful and quiet here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Max

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Abandoned
We booked a night stay here in mid-November. A welcome letter sent to us several days before our arrival indicated “plenty of amenities to enjoy,” “Live Music in the Speakeasy and other sports activities such as Bicycle and Kayak and Paddle board Rentals (seasonal),” “a classic bar and restaurant available” (with a comment to see the website for hours). The website indicated a bar open Mon-Sat from 4–7pm. When we arrived around 3 pm, the place was deserted despite a sign on the front door that stated office hours were from 3–7pm. We entered our room (which was beautiful) using the code sent to us. We tried to find someone to answer some questions, and finally one of the workers found us and said the manager would be there at 4:00. We walked down to enjoy the riverfront only to find that all the chairs/cushions were put away, so there was nowhere to sit! We saw that the kayaks were put away for the season. In fact, there was no one in the main building, it was all dark and there were no employees in the building. Later we saw a hotel worker, and she said there was a continental breakfast in the morning .The final straw was the next morning (8:30) when we tried to find where breakfast was being served. The front door to the main building was locked, and when we texted the number posted, we were told that she could unlock the door remotely and that someone would be there at 9 am to start making coffee. We couldn’t wait and no apology or refund was offered when we complained.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay
This place is beautiful and the service is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Semhar T

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jissa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quirky.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not as advertised
Folks were deceiving upon check in. Arrived at 1:30, was told we could check in. Then was told we would be charged for early check in after we put our things in the room. We promptly removed them and returned after 3 pm. We reserved one of the best rooms if not the best. Room G with a private balcony. The room smelled like sweaty feet. Had to leave the window and balcony door open to air it out the entire two day stay. And the bed was very uncomfortable. Almost slept in the car. Someone did try and upgrade the place with new lawn recliners and white cushions. However, they have no concept of maintenance on those cushions. You need to take them in at night or place a cover on them. They did neither. Cushions were covered with bird, droppings and mold. See pics below. Very disappointed for the money we spent I expected much better.
On our balcony. Zoom in
On the lawn
At the hot tub (which wasn’t working)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to eat…not to stay
Wanted to love this place. Charming, surrounded by Redwoods and on the Russian River. Dined at the restaurant and that was great. We won't ever stay at the inn again. Room was unlocked, key pad didn't work, trash bags and a vacuum leaning against our closed, unlocked room door. Called hotel number since no one was on site when we got to our room to explain the situation. They were pleasant, but didn't seem to think it was a big deal our room wasn't locked and there was trash and vacuum blocking our door. No AC. Walls paper thin, so having windows open okay to cool off but you can hear everything going on in the rooms next to you between open windows and thin walls Recommendation is to consider getting an evening drink or dinner here but stay somewhere else!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property and room is outdated and is not a true reflection of the pics. Great setting. Good Service. Delicious food at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Place to Unwind.
Beautiful property on the river, on a quiet street of a sleepy town. Lori made it easy checking into the property, and greatly helped with recommendations for dining in the area. Perfect place to unwind among the redwoods. We were there midweek, so we weren't fortunate enough to enjoy the restaurant/bar portion, as they only operate over the weekends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherish

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Missing a towel or two in bath and no refresh during the day for towels. No cups. Had coffee maker and water but no cups or glasses
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful older and well maintained inn. The history of the place relative to our musical movies is great. The improvements they are making look to be a great step. A couple things we'd change; make breakfast earlier since we're out and about well before 9:30; make the coffee maker easier to use and be sure to refresh the suppilies daily; and make the night lighting of the courtyard more subtle instead of bright enough to challenge the afternoon daylight that filters so wonderfully through the properties giant redwoods.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Niloufar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Judith, Pleasant Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, United States of America

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel, the kind you’d want for a quick romantic getaway, really quite perfect for that. Had dinner at the hotel restaurant the second night and it was good, not fantastic, but very good for a tiny hotel restaurant. The only issue was the upstairs neighbors liked getting up, showering and having long talks starting at 4am. However, walls weren’t so thin that it prevented sleeping through it. Thanks for a quaint memory and fantastic service!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
friendly and quaint.
The owners are very friendly. Staff was accommodating and friendly. I would stay there again. We didn’t have time to experience the restaurant but it over looks the river. Location is good as well, enjoy the Redwoods and short drive to the shore.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, hidden away location- close to the coast as well as the redwoods. River facing patio area with seats. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jose Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Natalia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good for retirement people
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Cameron

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good price, easy parking, great staff, and gorgeous setting. Our room was a bit small, but fine all the same. We loved that it has the unique charm of the Carmel Lodge. It's not the same tired, cookie cutter hotel design. It was a perfect romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable! It’s a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming property
Lovely staff at a charming property along the Russian River.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in staff was excellent, friendly and helpful with local information. The room was immaculate, with a most beautiful view of the river. Liked the management's attention to eco issues. Disappointed there was no continental breakfast but local restaurant within a short walk was excellent. I've wanted to stay in this property for 30 years and it was all I expected!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty property, easy parking, quiet location, and very accommodating staff. King size bed - a rarity in this area. Suggestions for improvement: 1) bigger soap (was size of half dollar coin and very hard to use); 2) put simple map of area for guests in rooms, not just list of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival, found the restaurant was closed. Bed not changed after first night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our Room, Studio D, was perfect -- spacious with windows on two sides overlooking the river. The bed was super comfortable. The personnel were very friendly and helpful. The only negative was that, although the web site indicated the restaurant was open, we were disappointed to find it wasn't open on Monday and Tuesday when we were there; they should update the web site. So there was no breakfast, only 2 Kind bars and coffee in the room. However, we greatly enjoyed our stay and will return -- just not on Monday or Tuesday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Reload batteries in the Redwoods.
Not a cookie cutter hotel. Old building in its personal coastal redwood grove. Deck and restaurant overlooking Russian River. A good place to just sit and go aah. Good food Wednesday - Sunday. Bartender is priceless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly
Friendly and cozy. Beautiful, quiet location. Great view. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, on the River and below the redwood trees. On-site bar and restaurant were perfectly situated. Very nice staff as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
29th year alive 29th year on the river!
While there are a few things that I found poorly rigged in my daughter's room, our little suite was super cozy and spacious enough to play board games with my son who stayed elsewhere! The bed, a king, was super comfy, and the bathroom was practically spotless! The staff was genuine, and the grounds have accessible walkways and rooms. The grounds are the most remarkable thing about the place. I also love the fact that you can walk to downtown monte rio and the beach. There is an adorable coffee shop, sustainble garden, and skatepark within an 11 min walk. We will return <3
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Disliked: Staff & service
Not recommended
After taking 20 minutes to get checked in, I reported that the check in was slow after receiving the “review your check-in.” The owner then proceeded to tell my fiancé the following morning that my review was like a “slap in the face,” and that we should leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

KIM

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location - disappointing
The general main.building was pleasant and lovely location. Bedroom faced river with lovely view. Could not sit on tiny balcony as chairs etc were covered with some droppings from trees. and the floor had not been brushed or cleaned in ages.. Most uninviting. However, a separate removable cushion kept in the room and used on balcony as needed, would have been the answer ! Bedroom/lounge was spacious enough but tiny shower room area. The carpet was old,dirty and . badly stained. “Breakfast” consisted of coffee, some dried muesli type of cereal, bowl of tangerines and some rather dry slab cake. No toast, jam butter etc etc. exceedingly modest! I think the terminology “breakfast” is misleading - it was an uninspiring repast? And last but not least - there is no phone in the room and I had not had chance to obtain chip having travelled from Australia. I had concerns , as I had just been in hospital with heart issues ,which I explained to the innkeeper and her comment was “Go outside the room and call out! And what about the other guests?????? Luckily the need did not arise.!!!?
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019