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Surf Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A natural landscape with a river, trees, and a distant shoreline.
A parking area with a view of the ocean.
A Gualala Bluff Trail sign and a Surf Motel sign with a whale silhouette.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach and calm sea.
Two wooden Adirondack chairs in a garden setting with dense shrubbery and a wooden fence in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $215
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31

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39170 South Highway 1, P.O. Box 695, Gualala, CA, 95445
  • Place, Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gualala River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gualala Arts Center
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, and a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Surf Inn

Gualala hotel with free breakfast
This smoke-free hotel features laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. Continental breakfast is free. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Surf Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

37-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. This Gualala hotel also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden.

Surf Inn is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 15.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Faxes
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Self parking

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night (maximum USD 15.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Surf Gualala
Surf Inn Gualala
Surf Inn Hotel
Surf Inn Gualala
Surf Inn Hotel Gualala

Surf Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great service from this hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, w/D clean & usable for laundry , easy parking & safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very quiet and clean the bed was so soft and comfortable and the washer and dryer were a great help and the view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to the ocean. The manager Jade and other staff made us feel welcome. The continental breakfast was great and was better than other places we’ve stayed. Easy parking, great location, comfortable bed and well managed… would stay there again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Nice continental breakfast. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this property, and we will be returning! The best thing g is the staff, super friendly and helpful. The rooms are cute, quiet and comfy with a nice basic shower. The bed was amazing and you can’t beat the view here! They also had a nice continental breakfast and great coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property right on the water, The staff is super nice snd friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel! Jade was a wonderful hostess! It was so relaxing lying in bed and listening to the waves. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was immaculately clean. Jade at the front desk was warm and welcoming and had great dining suggestions for Gualala and other scenic attractions on my journey South. Good food and a grocery store were a short walk away. I parked and didn't have to drive until I was ready to leave. Would return to this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel and the staff was great, very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OVERALL: Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

the staff was friendly and welcoming , the views are great for sunset - breakfast was perfect and coffee is always ready.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, comfortable bed and beautiful view!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just perfect for a stay in Gualala. The owner/manager is so wonderful, she is so nice and accommodating. It’s been 15 years since my last stay prior to this one. I’ll definitely be back! Beautiful serene place on the property to watch the sunset as well👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New Simmons Beautyrest beds with a pillow top are super cozy. Unbelievable location nearest Gualala River meets Pacific Ocean. Morning breakfast offered a wide variety of items and a fancy coffee single serve machine. Staff was very friendly. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! Jade was such a pleasure to deal with and went out of her way to make sure we had what we needed. The property itself was gorgeous, fabulous room with super comfy beds and great views, bountiful free breakfast in the morning, walking distance to stores and restaurants, amazing hikes nearby...we loved it here and hope to visit again soon! Thank you, Jade!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Staff are helpful and pups are allowed :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab location. Ocean right in the property. Walking distance to several restaurants and grocery options. Comfortable bed and pillows. Shampoo & body wash in the shower. Water pressure and temp could be improved but not complaining, for the price this is a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and view were beautiful, and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very kind and helpful. See started in an ocean view room. Great view. Comfy beds. Clean room with lots is clean towels, a big plus! Room was cozy and relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was super friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just one quick night but still a very efficient & friendly office management.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
This is a nicely updated older motel with a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025