The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian hotel near Mendocino Headlands State Park

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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45080 Main St, Mendocino, CA, 95460
  • Place, Mendocino Headlands State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mendocino Art Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Agate Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area (Luxury Garden - King)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View, Garden Area (Luxury Garden - Two Doubles)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom (European - Double)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Garden Area (Standard Garden - Queen)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Ocean View Suite)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Garden Area (Garden Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Victorian - Double)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Ocean View Deluxe)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Mendocino

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Mendocino hotel, you'll find Mendocino Headlands State Park and Mendocino Art Center. Big River and Agate Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mendocino Headlands State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mendocino Art Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Temple of Kwan Tai - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big River - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Agate Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodlife Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brickery Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Little River Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waiting Room - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Patterson's Pub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites

3-star Victorian hotel near Mendocino Headlands State Park
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Mendocino hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1878
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites offers 51 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Mendocino hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2026 to October 15 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel & Garden Suites
The Mendocino Suites Mendocino
Hotel Mendocino
Mendocino Garden
Mendocino Garden Suites
Mendocino Hotel
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Mendocino Hotel Garden Suites
Suites Garden
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The Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what I was expecting

Walked in the main lobby and it smelled like weed and an old musty brothel. Our room didn’t have a bathroom and had to share with guest on same floor. I was unaware of this when booking and probably would not have chosen this location. Also, the mattress was very uncomfortable. On a positive note, The view from the upstairs porch was lovely and had dinner at a fabulous Italian restaurant down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

NICOLAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annelise

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic hotel from another era. Love the vibe and location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed overnight in one of the ocean view units with a private bath. It was a cute and clean room. We loved the view. The hotel needs some repair and renovation, but it’s charming and very convenient to everything. Parking was easy. Mendocino is a pretty, peaceful, fun little town. Hope to come back in the next year or so.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

DEBRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros:Early check in no extra cost a plus. Beach right across the street and shops/stores walking distance. Historic. staff friendly. Cons: no bathroom in room. Shared with other guests. stairs no elevator. squeaky bed. shared balcony right outside our room window for guests to hang out. Room size small. Just enough for bed, sink only no bathroom and dresser. No air conditioning. Decided not to stay, no questions asked just took our key.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large room, with fireplace. Closing for renovations under new ownership. Clean, newer bathroom. Large closet, Close parking. Lobby smelled or marijuana every time (3) I was there. No bar or restaurant on site, but close by options were good, varied, and numerous. I will return after renovations are complete.,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was outstanding. There are walking paths near the water. Our desk assistant recommended a great place to eat. The hotel is from 1878 and has all that charm. The lobby and bar (which is closed) has beautiful woodwork. The property is under new owners and they are planning a renovation. I hope they maintain the look and feel of an old inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lana

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Mendocino Hotel used to be outstanding. Great restaurant, quant rooms. Restaurant and bar are closed now. Lobby was dark and uninviting.. We waited 10 minutes for a staff person to check us in. The room was shabby-holes in the wall, frayed lampshade. Flimsy blanket. It needs a major facelist. Don't go. At $240 a night it was a total rip-off.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in the center of Mendocino restaurant and bars are in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is an old Victorian era hotel. It is very good condition for it's age but it is in need of some TLC. As I understand it, the place will be closed soon for an extensive renovation. I surely hope that the Victorian charm and furnishings (as well as the stained glass on display throughout) are to return post reno. The staff was very accommodating and gave excellent service as well as suggestions for dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul, Los Altos

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old carpets everywhere. Smelled very bad. It is 1900 built hotel. Location is good across the ocean and walking distance to all resturants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Oren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the place definitely has character and is unique - you really feel like you are in a historic building - the rooms are clean, location is perfect - they didnt modernize it all up so it feels very real which i think is cool and price is reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the old charm of the hotel! Beautiful antique feel to it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherrilyn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really like the European style rooms. It was nice to have the bay view room too while the Mendocino music fest was happening. I probably wouldn’t have enjoyed my stay as much if I wasn’t facing the water, so thanks for that. Would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Historical Hotel! It's like staying inbthe past. Me and my Lady just loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Margo

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quite run down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A touch of elegant history

We had an amazing historical suite. The bathroom was huge. The main bed was huge but the tall height of the mattress made it almost impossible to get in and out of bed. The room was really only set up well for two people. We had three with only one light blanket for each of the two bedding areas. Mendocino is chilly so sleeping was a cold experience. There were also only two towels. They probably would have given us more towels and blankets but we were too tired to realize it would become a problem. The hotel itself is amazing for history buffs. It is beautiful and makes you want to learn more about history of the region. Then there is also the big swing on the second floor deck overlooking the bluffs and ocean. We really loved it in spite of the sparse linens. My granddaughter basked in the huge tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

all about the location

The Mendocino Hotel is located on Main St in Mendocino, though the big old building is closed (as are all the restaurants and anything but the front desk). Very light on services (keurig coffee in rooms and lobby, couldn't find more than one key for our room) but the rooms are comfortable and the location great. Can walk along the coast and down to a beach. Parking available for the rooms separate from the main building--about a block away. Good price, especially given the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location right by ocean. Next to fort bragg
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025