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Wharf Master's Inn

Property class: 3
3-star beach hotel near B. Bryan Preserve

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A balcony with a glass of wine, overlooking a coastal view with trees and a building with a porch.
A restaurant with a bar area, blue upholstered chairs, and a variety of wine bottles on shelves.
A wooden deck with a sign reading "Private Deck," leading to a pathway with railings and a view of the ocean.
A bar area with a variety of wine bottles and a sign indicating hot breakfast options.
A white house with a steep roof and a dormer window.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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785 Port Road, Point Arena, CA, 95468
  • Place, California Coastal National Monument
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Arena Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Arena City Hall
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Romantic and Peaceful King with Partial Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cypress Queen and Twin

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Cypress Queen and Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Romantic and Peaceful

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting, a glass table, two armchairs, and a blue carpet.

Romantic and Peaceful

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of a house.

Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Spectacular Lookout King (Top floor)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a view of the ocean through the windows.

Spectacular Lookout King (Top floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Victorian King Suite with Ocean view large Balcony/Deck

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, and a large window with curtains.

Victorian King Suite with Ocean view large Balcony/Deck

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Port with Ocean View

A coastal building with a view of the ocean and cliffs.

Superior Port with Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a glass table, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Spectacular Lookout King (ground floor)

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with chairs, a microwave, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

Spectacular Lookout King (ground floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Oceanview ADA Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view.

Queen Oceanview ADA Room

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Point Arena

Oceanside stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Point Arena hotel, you'll find Arena Theater and B. Bryan Preserve. Garcia River Casino and Bowling Ball Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • California Coastal National Monument - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Point Arena Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Point Arena City Hall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Arena Theater - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 18 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Record - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cove Coffee And Tackle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Point Arena Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sign of the Whale - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pier Place - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Wharf Master's Inn

3-star beach hotel near B. Bryan Preserve
Wharf Master's Inn offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Wharf Master's Inn also features a picnic area and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Point Arena hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1992
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Wharf Master's Inn offers 25 accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in after 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

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 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Upon arrival, guests should ring the doorbell. Staff will assist within 15 minutes.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 250.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in after 8:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 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, 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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wharf Master's
Wharf Master's Inn
Wharf Master's Inn Point Arena
Wharf Master's Point Arena
The Wharf Master`s Hotel Point Arena
Wharf Master's Inn Hotel
Wharf Master's Inn Point Arena
Wharf Master's Inn Hotel Point Arena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wharf Master's Inn to the airport?

Wharf Master's Inn is 85.9 mi (130-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wharf Master's Inn?

As of Sept 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wharf Master's Inn on Sept 8, 2026 start from CA $264, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Wharf Master's Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wharf Master's Inn.

How close is Wharf Master's Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 4.2 mi (8-min drive) from Bowling Ball Beach and 4.4 mi (9-min drive) from Schooner Gulch State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wharf Master's Inn offer free breakfast?

Wharf Master's Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wharf Master's Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Garcia River Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Wharf Master's Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wharf Master's Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Wharf Master's Inn have a pool?

Wharf Master's Inn does not have a pool.

Does Wharf Master's Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Wharf Master's Inn to downtown Point Arena?

Wharf Master's Inn is 1 mi away from Point Arena.

Wharf Master's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 706 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerald L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and will return for our anniversary!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay! The ocean view rooms are epic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel very convenient location and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tub was amazing, view was gorgeous, and the Inn keeper/ owner was incredibly nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met the owner what a great guy nice room very helpful above and beyond really nice Location would go back in a heartbeat
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel- very quiet and private.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique, hotel, incredible views and backdrop
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an awesome location along the northern California coast! This motel is a hidden gem and a top notch property! It's so peaceful and relaxing - my husband wanted to stay another night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a charming place! From the welcome by Clif, the owner to the amazing view! Wish we had more time to enjoy this property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karen at the front desk was warm and helpful , glowing personality, real asset to your property! Thank you we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We absolutely loved the property — everything was perfect. Cliff was super helpful and had so much great info to share. Thank you for making our stay such a wonderful one.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We made a last minute reservation at Warf's Master Inn, and could not have had a better experience. Cliff and Jessica were very helpful and accommodating, and the room and view were beautiful. I would recommend staying at the Inn when visiting Port Arena.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stevan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an awesome hotel! Great staff and hospitality and amazing views. Would visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing friendly staff, gorgeous views, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing & magical! Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will

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

Great couples getaway!

Wonderful boutique inn in a scenic spot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub was hot and very relaxing. Staff was kind and helpful. Defiantly will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful. The staff went above and beyond. The weekend was amazing, I didn’t want it to end.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Great location with wonderful sea views. Owner and staff are so hospitable. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect ocean view and awesome staff overall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rented Victorian suite, has nice big, beautiful private deck, and a hawk’s nest in the tree right outside of it. It was a perfect location. Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026