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Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

2.5 star property

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Beach nearby
Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets) | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
Front of property
Game room
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $148
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

Explore the area

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1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437
  • Place, Noyo Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Pomo Bluffs Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly Fees Not Included)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly Fees Not Included)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(97 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly fees not included)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly fees not included)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

Fort Bragg hotel close to Skunk Train
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hotel has a meeting room and concierge services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include an arcade/game room, express check-out, and a lobby fireplace.
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Fort Bragg hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf features a vending machine, an arcade/game room, and concierge services. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers a fireplace in the lobby, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site.

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 12.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 12.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12.0 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Emerald Dolphin Inn Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Inn
Emerald Dolphin Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin
Emerald Dolphin Hotel Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Motel
Emerald Dolphin Inn
Emerald Dolphin & Mini Golf
Emerald Dolphin Inn Mini Golf
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel Fort Bragg

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HsiuChin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room great staff convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly, clean, and the miniature golf and arcade was fun for family time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were kind and helpful. Hotel is simple, but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great. Close parking and quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, easy check in, and location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was alright pretty standard. I was highly disappointed that the mini golf course and arcade weren't open. That was the deciding factor in booking that hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

DavID

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Safe place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms, & great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, fluffy towels, easy access to coast, within driving distance of many lovely areas
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Clean, comfortable and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice, rooms clean the best was mini golf and arcade for the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

VIJAYANISH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very pleasant stay, quiet and at the same time very near to the highway to get around wherever we wanted to go
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff at check in and they were very helpful when I didn't know how to operate the tv. The beds were very comfortable with lots of pillows and even my husband liked them and he is very picky. It was quiet and near places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and very comfortable. We had a wonderful stay .It was quite, not sure if we were though 🤔😂,I would stay there again .The price was great also.Recomended for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and quick to respond as soon as I made the reservation, room was big and clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and plenty of dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We are repeat guests when visiting the Mendocino Botanical Gardens and other sites in the area. Comfortable, friendly, clean. Always a joy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
East access parking lot, close to the down town area. Clean rooms, very friendly staff. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025