Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site and is complimentary. Limited parking spaces are provided, and no reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee, approximately USD 10 to 18 per person.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle services are available during limited hours. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features wheelchair-accessible facilities, including step-free entrances, and limited wheelchair-accessible rooms. There is also a designated smoking area.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Garberville, just a 1-minute drive from Benbow Inn Golf Course and 7 minutes from Mateel Community Center. It is approximately 5.7 miles from Briceland Vineyards Winery and 5.9 miles from One Log House.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available from May to October. Pool access is from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 12 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Up to 2 children are allowed per room.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 20.00 per stay, and advance request or confirmation is required for availability.

Benbow Historic Inn – Relax in Scenic Comfort

Average nightly price at Benbow Historic Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$221
February	US$209
March	US$203
April	US$207
May	US$306
June	US$300
July	US$297
August	US$291
September	US$293
October	US$247
November	US$246
December	US$242

What guests think

Benbow Historic Inn attracts guests with its historic character, scenic riverside setting, and generally friendly service, while reviews also note uneven room comfort, occasional maintenance problems, and some surprise fees that affect overall value.

Many praise the restaurant, bar, and patio dining, plus afternoon tea and in-room sherry, though breakfast and some dinners were inconsistent or pricey. Rooms range from cozy to spacious with river views; several lack TVs, and heating or AC and window function can be unreliable. Cleanliness is often good, but reports include dusty areas, cobwebs, musty odors, and missed toiletries. Expect a charming, historic stay in a beautiful location with some quirks.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the on-site restaurant and bar, relaxing lounges and patio/grounds, and afternoon tea with in-room sherry; a few mention EV charging.

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Ronald

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were pleasantly surprised with our first stay at Benbow Inn, especially with the wonderful patio for summer dining. The food was delicious and the wait staff very attentive. We would come here again!

10

janet

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great bar - happy hour was perfect for meeting people. Friendly vibe. Wonderful relaxed communal areas. Dinner was disappointing. But chicken wings were the best.

10

Mary

16 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay at the Benbow Inn was wonderful. We had an issue getting our car to charge, and Ray went out of his way to help us. His customer service was really above and beyond, and he saved the day for us!

10

kathryn

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wow, what a gorgeous time capsule from the early 20th century. This inn was beautiful with so much character. The staff was lovely, the bar and restaurant were great, and the surroundings were fabulous.

10

Thomas

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I came because of the EV charging, I was quite impressed with how nice the hotel was

10

Terrell

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderfully unique hotel that you should not miss. It is old - this must be understood of course. Food is superb. Ambience/Attitude are rare! Complimentary tea & scones, and welcome cream sherry in crystal decanter…

10

Bonny

23 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Classic inn with outdoor patio for dining or sipping a glass beside a fire pit. Staff are friendly and efficient (except the scones at High Tea were slow to arrive and gone in a flash...).

10

Robert

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a beautiful property near the Avenue of the Giants. The king plus bunk bed room was enormous. The style is like an early 1900's mansion/castle, the room decor matched, but it didn't feel at all run down or aged. The bed was very comfortable. It had a bunk bed in a separate room for my two kids. The grounds are just as amazing as the hotel. You can walk around and check out the river. We are a great breakfast on the huge back patio. Overall it was a magical last minute find during our road trip.

10

Kari

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing cocktails and a fabulous gourmet restaurant. the surroundings are romantic and spectacular and the in room sherry nightcap was 'chef's kiss'.

10

Korina

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This historic Inn is beautiful and really cozy and charming with excellent service. The restaurant has good options, they offer a free tea service in the afternoon and free coffee in the mornings. Free parking the rooms are very well appointed uncomfortable with nice linens and towels. Beautiful views from every room of the surrounding mountains and river. Definitely a bargain! For the quality & the service levels.

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Cleanliness

Many find the property clean and well kept, but others report dusty rooms, cobwebs, musty odors, ants, and occasional lapses in replenishing toiletries.

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Barry A

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Historical hotel lovely setting. Hotel needs new carpet.

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Ruben

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The surrounding area is beautiful. The hotel is nice and historic. Guest service was poor and unprofessional. Our room was not ready even though we arrived at the designated 4 pm check in time. While we did not mind waiting a few minutes for the room to be ready, we were advised that it was ready until we asked. When we got to the room, it was was not clean. We asked for housekeeping to come but we were informed no one was available. The hotel gave us a new room but it wasn't very clean either as we found used dental floss from presumably the prior occupant. The hotel restaurant has very good food in a nice setting. Hotel charges a nightly resort fee but offers no amenities.

6

paul

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room cleanup and daily clean didnt happen unless we chased them, TV and lightbulbs not working and an ant infestation.. not the best of stays.. hotel and restaurant were good

6

Vivek

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The grounds were very nice. The room was very dusty. The bunk bed and sofa bed was very uncomfortable and made lot of noise when turning in the bed.

10

Patrick

13 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a well-maintained historic property now branded as a boutique hotel (when built in 1926, a resort for the rich and famous). Upgraded over the years, and has a really good restaurant and bar on-site. A bit pricey, and the added fees for tourism tax, fire district, etc. on top of sales tax was a little surprising (added almost $100.00 per night to the bill for a $350.00 room). Worth it for a special occasion, and it's located in the heart of the Coast Redwoods (groves a few miles north and south, and adjacent to the Julia Morgan grove - but check for entry status in fall and winter). Julia Morgan, btw, is a justly famous architect from the first half of the 20th C., and there's a house she designed in the grove. All in all a delightful stay. If you have time, and can mange, grab a pizza at the Lost Frenchman cafe in Redway 5+ minutes away. Definitely the best pizza my wife and I have ever eaten, hands down. Also fun exploring small nre=earby towns for shops and such.

10

Stephen

26 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Stay!! clean room, staff, amenities!!

10

Marguerite

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely older property which is well-taken care of

8

lisa

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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

10

Tori

25 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

4

Austin

13 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Rooms

Rooms have historic character with pleasant views and vary widely in size and comfort; some lack TVs, and recurring issues include heating or AC performance and hard-to-operate windows.

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Piper

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Gregory H

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was comfortable and quiet.

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Kristie

12 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The heat never warmed up the room, it literally only moved 1.5 degrees over night. The shower water was luke warm, added to a cold room. Bed was terrible and the linens are outdated and thin. I was also disappointed to find no tv after reading under the entertainment section there was satellite so I assumed there would be a tv.

10

Jennifer Cristin

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel and great restaurant for dinner and breakfast!!! Beds were so comfy. Make sure to get a big room. They are so nice especially in the new area of the hotel with more modern furniture and bathrooms

8

William F

13 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Just spent one night. Room was large and had a great view, but windows were inoperable so was very warm. It did cool down in the evening, but we’d choose another (Terrace) room next time. Overall we enjoyed our stay. It’s a beautiful historic building.

8

Andrea

4 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Historic, location is great but a warning it is old and no TV. Enjoyed the history though and if you like antiques you would love this property.

6

AKANKSHA

30 Jun 2023

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The property charged me extra 30 dollars in taxes in addition to the property fee . So, I ended up paying $60 more than what I had already paid at Orbitz. On asking why they charged the taxes when I was already charged taxes by Orbitz, they said that those taxes were different and that I should check with Orbitz on why they advertise this way. Room was very small for the price. There was no TV in the room either. Bad experience.

4

Kavita

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room heater was not working and we slept feeling cold whole night. Lamps not working.

6

Veronica

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I like the dinning and food. I didn’t like the room. AC very noisy and not TV.

10

Robert

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a beautiful property near the Avenue of the Giants. The king plus bunk bed room was enormous. The style is like an early 1900's mansion/castle, the room decor matched, but it didn't feel at all run down or aged. The bed was very comfortable. It had a bunk bed in a separate room for my two kids. The grounds are just as amazing as the hotel. You can walk around and check out the river. We are a great breakfast on the huge back patio. Overall it was a magical last minute find during our road trip.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, with standout service noted; however, a few guests experienced slow or rude interactions, check-in or billing hiccups, and housekeeping delays.

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Ronald

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were pleasantly surprised with our first stay at Benbow Inn, especially with the wonderful patio for summer dining. The food was delicious and the wait staff very attentive. We would come here again!

10

Mary

16 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay at the Benbow Inn was wonderful. We had an issue getting our car to charge, and Ray went out of his way to help us. His customer service was really above and beyond, and he saved the day for us!

6

Steven

16 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful inn. Lots of little issues impacted our enjoyment however. Arrived at 340 but didn’t get into our room until 530 because they forgot to call us when the room was ready! (The new receptionist was very friendly when he found out) At check out they charged us again for taxes when our pre-payment included the taxes. They were reluctant to remove it.

10

Liz

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful, quiet Inn. We loved our room and the view out of our windows. The grounds are beautiful and enjoyable to walk around. All of the staff were very friendly and professional. We will definitely be back when in the area.

4

Ruben

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The surrounding area is beautiful. The hotel is nice and historic. Guest service was poor and unprofessional. Our room was not ready even though we arrived at the designated 4 pm check in time. While we did not mind waiting a few minutes for the room to be ready, we were advised that it was ready until we asked. When we got to the room, it was was not clean. We asked for housekeeping to come but we were informed no one was available. The hotel gave us a new room but it wasn't very clean either as we found used dental floss from presumably the prior occupant. The hotel restaurant has very good food in a nice setting. Hotel charges a nightly resort fee but offers no amenities.

10

Loreen

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff, outstanding! Friendly and helpful. Every staff member we came across went out of their way to be helpful.

10

Diane

27 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous property, excellent staff and service

4

Aaron

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not a particularly motorcycle friendly staff. We pulled up to check in and a staff member immediately came outside and said that the parking area we were in was for people registering. I told him that’s exactly what we were doing and he said he didn’t see any luggage and I pointed out the two duffel bags strapped to the bike. Later they allowed two vehicles to park there all night. We were accused of smoking twice because someone below us was smoking a cigar. Rude staff!

10

William

24 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful Inn. Check in was quick and easy. As a gold member we were givin a free upgrade. Nice lady at the front desk.

10

Dustin

23 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Location

Quiet, scenic setting by the Eel River near the Avenue of the Giants and a short drive to Garberville, making it a convenient base for exploring the redwoods.

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Diane

26 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful old inn. Dry close to the redwoods.

10

Denise

30 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful area

8

Roger

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a wonderful secluded get away near the Redwoods and right on the Eel river. I love the 1930’s styling throughout that makes it feel as though you stepped back in time. The staff was excellent and very customer focused and professional. As with any older building, there will always be a few things that just aren’t working exactly right. In my case this was the AC leaking a bit of water onto floor when running. However, the maintenance department jumped right on the repair when notified.

10

James

22 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This is an historic old hotel but they have kept it in excellent condition while preserving the character. There is a beautiful outdoor area for dining either at the bar or dining room. The grounds were also beautiful and a great place to relax. We also appreciated the easy access to the Avenue of the Giants.

10

shell

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What an amazing hotel! We want to come back in the summer months to enjoy the ambiance, scenery & staff! If you love history & service, this is a must see.

10

Stephanie

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Benbow Inn was a wonderful stay for 2 nights while we explored the area. Very historic but comfortable. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. Restaurant was delicious. All staff we interacted with were incredibly friendly and helpful.

8

Victoria

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staying at the Benbow Inn was very nice. We actually preferred it over our other stays at the Hiltons. Was everything perfect like new? No, but it was more specialin the way that we stepped back in time and history. Something America lacks greatly. We appreciated the kindness of the staff and the delicious food. walking the halls and exploring the Inn, seeing rhe old photos, walking out back by the Eel River listening to the soothing sounds of the water running over the rocks, added to our vacation stories. Definitely recommend to add this Historical Inn to your travels.

10

Dave

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet and secluded property. 2 miles from Garberville, CA

10

Robert

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a beautiful property near the Avenue of the Giants. The king plus bunk bed room was enormous. The style is like an early 1900's mansion/castle, the room decor matched, but it didn't feel at all run down or aged. The bed was very comfortable. It had a bunk bed in a separate room for my two kids. The grounds are just as amazing as the hotel. You can walk around and check out the river. We are a great breakfast on the huge back patio. Overall it was a magical last minute find during our road trip.

10

Richard

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautifully site by the river.

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Dining

The bar and restaurant earn frequent praise for tasty food, cocktails, and patio service, though some guests found breakfast weak and certain dinners expensive or underwhelming.

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Ronald

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were pleasantly surprised with our first stay at Benbow Inn, especially with the wonderful patio for summer dining. The food was delicious and the wait staff very attentive. We would come here again!

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Piper

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

janet

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great bar - happy hour was perfect for meeting people. Friendly vibe. Wonderful relaxed communal areas. Dinner was disappointing. But chicken wings were the best.

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marla

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The restaurant dinning was delicious

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Sean

25 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent dinner and breakfast. Servers and food were great!!!

10

Janet

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Old time decor and a fun destination. The on site restaurant and bar was really good. My only issue, which is always my issue, it was expensive, but in this case it was worth it.

8

Catharine

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

great property and location for a nice getaway. Food was just average, but setting was nice.

8

Marie

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Expensive food choice at the restaurant but food was fine. Breakfast was terrible though. We got 2 little poorly tasting waffles for $16. The room was big looking over the river so quiet at night. Could be such a beautiful hotel with a little investment.

8

donald

29 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A/C wasn’t fully functional. Things happen. Dinner was expensive and not that good (party of 12 agreed). Staff and location is excellent. Overall it’s a lovely property and will be back.

10

Kari

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing cocktails and a fabulous gourmet restaurant. the surroundings are romantic and spectacular and the in room sherry nightcap was 'chef's kiss'.

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