Name: Wharf Master's Inn
Address: 785 Port Road, Point Arena, 95468, US

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2026

David

By far the greatest travel destination for an anniversary. The view is stunning, the staff are amazing. The jetted tubs and fireplaces in the rooms were perfect. Mid 50 degrees at night and near 70 during the day on Aug 2. Wow.
Get the pizza down the hill, you won’t regret it.

All in all… perfection.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Tracey

The Wharf Master’s Inn staff were extremely helpful and Friendly. The Inn was charming with amazing ocean views from the balcony and was very peaceful and quiet. The Wave restaurant was lovely and yummy too.

A truly great find!!

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2026

Martha

Beautiful setting! Amazing food and wine choices! Staff was very helpful!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

Annemarie

Wharf Master’s Inn was delightful. The staff is top notch - so friendly in checking in, housekeeping and the grounds keeper was wonderful!
Loved the room with a balcony looking over The Cove. Jacuzzi, fireplace, we never wanted to leave!

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2026

Diane

Beautiful view, nice room and quiet. Loved sitting on balcony and listening to the waves.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Kim

Beautiful

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2026

Tom

Karen was a great a help in every respect. This is truly a special hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2026

Gerald L

Fantastic stay and will return for our anniversary!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

David

Nicely situated property with beautiful views. We enjoyed the game area they had set up. Everything very nice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Ricardo

I cannot say enough about this beautiful hotel overlooking the wharf. I mean it’s perfect so anyone or couple wanting to get away from the cotidian life.

The staff was wonderful and very helpful. They have wine every night In the Main lobby. There’s vending machines fully stocked just in case you need anything after hours.

There are literally two great restaurants at the bottom of the hill which I highly recommend (grab the shrimp tacos)

I had a wonderful time and would highly recommend the hotel. I’ll be back

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

GILBERT

The manager Karen was wonderful and fun to talk with.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Joni

Staff were amazing. Hot tub was very enjoyable. Ocean view spectacular. Met th tortoise. Grounds were beautiful. Enjoyed wine by the fireplace at night and coffee on the balcony in the morning

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2026

Leslie

We really enjoyed our stay! The view is fantastic. The staff extremely kind and friendly. Overall, the property is very quiet, quaint, and peaceful. It is an older hotel although everything is in good condition and very clean. The jacuzzi tubs are quite loud so we did not use them much. Also we did not try the coffee and pastries, but only because we are early risers, already going about our day by 8am. The town of Point Arena is a gem… we will be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Teri

What a beautiful surprise, the small lane to access and the feeling of being off the beaten path. The facilities are in pristine shape and very clean. The rooms are nice. The beds, very comfortable. We enjoyed the coziness of the fireplace. The buffet breakfast is small in choices but very good. The yogurt was some off the best I have had. The staff are great!!!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2026

Justin

We really enjoyed our stay. Absolutely stunning view and just incredibly relaxing

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Gidon

Amazing location, cool little art and details that make you feel the people that run the place care about it

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Dana

This is an amazingly beautiful place to stay. They view is beautiful. It is very clean. The people there are all very nice and helpful.

Partner

2/10

Poor

29 Jun 2026

Susan

There is a ‘late’ check in fee after 8pm which we were not aware of. There is no one on property after that. We arrived at 9:30 and did not know what to do. Eventually someone answered the call box and came, angry and rude with us. They said the hotel does not control what Expedia tells us. This is not my problem as your customer or theirs. Ps this must happen frequently as another couple showed up after us.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Rosa

Really enjoyed every single thoughtful touch on the property. You can tell that this is their pride and joy. The happy hour skewers and snacks were delightful. Beautiful location on top of the hill. The views of the ocean are stunning and the courtyard is very beautiful. There are lovely wooden carvings and corn hole and darts to play in the courtyard along with lovely seating. We enjoyed our private patio very much and our room was wonderful. Felt very thoughtfully and tastefully put together. The eco friendly fireplace was really cute.

Staff is wonderful. Highly recommend and wish we stayed longer!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Sharon

Need better instructions finding food after hours, our luggage didn't arrive had to wait, was 4chours late, found little store with hot pockets thanks to local suggestions when the record closed early unable to get dinner

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Annette

Very pleased and loved our stay! Would highly recommend

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Kathryn

The location of this lovely Inn is very peaceful and relaxing. A small, rocky beach with otters and surfers, a functional fishing pier, access to miles of hiking along the coast, plus a great coffee shop, pizza joint and restaurant make this the perfect spot for a stress free, mellow stay. The Inn rooms are spacious, clean, comfortable, cute and nicely appointed. I believe most of them have balconies too. I loved the adorable courtyard with outdoor games, the turtle garden and all the beautiful wood art and landscaping. The staff was amazing! Super friendly and helpful! I’ll definitely be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Carol

I’m of mixed mind about giving my honest impression of the Wharf Master’s Inn on the coast in Point Arena, CA. I mean, what if it becomes so popular I can’t ever book a room?!? My sisters and I spend 3-days, 2-nights in the inn. The owner-host Karen is knowledgeable, friendly, kind and warm hearted

There were hors d’ouevres and wine on offer when we arrived. Each room contains a DVD player and the lobby has a wide assortment of movies to watch. She even suggested a great film (The Upside starring Kevin Hart, Bryan Cranstoun and Nicole Kidman) which none of us had ever seen before. Even when the DVD player seemed stuck and unable to play, she quickly visited our room and convinced it to work.

Our room had a nice small balcony which faced the courtyard-and not the ocean, but she encouraged us to sit on a section of the deck between buildings where we could enjoy the view while relaxing in chairs around an umbrella. She kindly mentioned that she would happily lend us blankets (and did) if the wind was too much. We spent at least an hour laughing and playing a quick game of trivia there.

On our last morning, we ate breakfast in The Wave. The breakfast burritos (eggs, sausage, avocado) with a couple choices of salsa and a bowl of wonderful fresh fruit were all great. Thanks Kelly and her younger colleague.

The location is serene and peaceful. We were only a few minutes from the town of Point Arena proper. It’s a nice part of California.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

TeCoa

The room was clean, fireplace worked. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The locantion is outstanding!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

matt

The room was great with amazing views. Top notch service from all the staff. Highly recommend! We had a fabulous stay, thank you for making our stay special!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Carl

Quiet, secluded, romantic.. I could go on and on at all of the benefits that dislocation offers..

The staff is extremely helpful and courteous.
The rooms are spacious, and those with a view are breathtaking.

The rooms come with large Jacuzzi jet bathtubs. For those of us with bad backs, they can be the best view within 100 miles.. ( shut off time is 10 o’clock)

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Bobbie

Good place to watch the surfers and the pier activities.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jun 2026

Helene

You can’t hear the ocean, but you can hear anything your neighbor is doing. The walls are thin. The place is homey like a B&B but the free breakfast is poor and unappetizing. There’s not much around. They don’t require a two-night stay but staff is only there to check you in between 3-8. Beware and plan accordingly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Gregg

A hidden gem! The entire cove where the Inn is located is amazing. Walk to dinner or the beach. Enjoy the sunset from the deck of the nearby restaurant. We will be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Kim

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Matthew

Amazing place to stay! The ocean view rooms are epic!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Trevor

Karen at the front desk was warm and helpful , glowing personality, real asset to your property! Thank you we will be back!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Lynne

Everything!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

John

Met the owner what a great guy nice room very helpful above and beyond really nice
Location would go back in a heartbeat

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Kathleen

What a charming place! From the welcome by Clif, the owner to the amazing view! Wish we had more time to enjoy this property.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Ken

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2026

Vic

Beautiful boutique, hotel, incredible views and backdrop

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

Charmaine

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Ronald

Hot tub

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Adeline

The tub was amazing, view was gorgeous, and the Inn keeper/ owner was incredibly nice and friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Valerie

Beautiful!

Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Apr 2026

Gary

Great Hotel very convenient location and great staff

Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Kimberly

The room was beautiful. The staff went above and beyond. The weekend was amazing, I didn’t want it to end.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Kimberly

Amazing & magical! Beautiful!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2026

Jesus

Great location and wonderful staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Lora

This Inn had everything. Karen was just wonderful, there was wine and cheese waiting for us. The grounds included a fireplace, beautifully landscaped paths. The room was extremely extremely clean and decorated nicely. Wine and other items were available.
Words don't do this Inn justice. It's a definite 5 star place to stay. Would stay there again and again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Gerald

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

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Philip

Very nice

6/10

Pleasant

08 Apr 2026

kim

Fog horn sounding every 60 seconds 24 hours per day was disturbing to say the least

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Melody

Lovely hotel- very quiet and private.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Laura

Loved it. Great location with wonderful sea views. Owner and staff are so hospitable. Highly recommend

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2026

Jacqueline

The room was large. There was a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker. Everything in the room was nice. The fireplace was the only heat as far as we could tell. It was nice but made some noise while operating. The room was quiet and had a beautiful ocean view.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2026

Jamie

The hot tub was hot and very relaxing. Staff was kind and helpful. Defiantly will stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2026

Tonya

If you want to get away from routine for some peace and quiet, this is the place. Though an older Inn, the grounds and room were clean and well maintained, and the view from our balcony was beautiful. Point Arena is a small town, so it does have limited shops and dinning, more so during off-season.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2026

Omar

Clean and organized

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2026

Jennifer

What a lovely spot! We had a lovely view of the ocean, giant tub and very pretty spot. Quiet and relaxing

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2026

Cheston

Room was clean. View was great. We occasionally heard neighbors. Nothing serious. Staff was courteous and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Cristobal

Amazing time, Karen the employee at the front desk was just amazing and kind, truly made me and my wife feel welcome. Clean rooms and the jacuzzi tub were amazing! Definitely coming back

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Stevan

What an awesome hotel! Great staff and hospitality and amazing views. Would visit again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Iain

Spectacular location. Comfortable, clean room with wonderful jacuzzi tub. Helpful, friendly staff, especially property owner, who made us welcome on arrival and once again at a very pleasant \"happy hour.\"

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2026

Elena

Wonderful view, very clean room,The service was very good, everyone was polite, I liked it very much.I will definitely go back there for my birthday.

8/10

Excellent

04 Jan 2026

Paul

Loved it, great location on the coast with beautiful views. Only potential downside is there is not much nightlife but that is also part of the appeal.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2025

Laurel

Beautiful location, friendly inn-keepers, nice room. Would go back.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2025

Reed

Amazing view from the balcony. The owner/manager was wonderful. If I'm in the area again, I'll definitely try to stay here again

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2025

JENNIFER

The staff was great, loved the receptionist she was very nice an very funny. the room was very clean. Great property. and view. i was able to upgrade to the ocean view with no problem. Didn`t have any luck fishing from the dock but the restaurant was nice.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2025

Nikolay

The room was freshly remodeled and very clean. Loved the LED fireplace/heater. Great location with ocean views, easy access to the pier. Very nice place!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2025

Diane

Amazing friendly staff, gorgeous views, comfy bed

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2025

Ashlee N

I loved the ocean views, the room was comfortable and relaxing and I will definitely be coming back soon.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2025

Kenneth

Our Victorian King Suite had a large deck that faced the ocean wharf and had especially amazing view of the sunsets. Nice deck furniture to relax and take in the peaceful atmosphere. We also had the restful sound of ocean waves breaking in the wharf overnight that we could hear from the bed. The suite had a separate area for the king bed and small kitchen. There was a separate area for relaxing with a warm, comfy couch positioned so we could see the water and sky. There was a fireplace across from the couch that provided cozy heat. Great bathroom with a large shower and tub. The staff was great, especially Karen. She made us feel so welcome, we can’t wait to go back. There are also two great places to eat literally below the hotel. Excellent pizza at one, and great seafood at the other. The whole experience was five stars all the way.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Nov 2025

John

Super friendly staff, very clean property. The view is excellent!!!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

Will

Great couples getaway!

Wonderful boutique inn in a scenic spot.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2025

Judy

Very comfortable, clean room. Ocean views and sounds of waves were so lovely. Loved the oversized tub! Staff was probably the friendliest I’ve ever encountered. Also connecting to the hiking trail right from the hotel was a big bonus. I always expect continental breakfast to be gross, too sweet and processed but theirs was excellent and fresh! We even had a lot of fun playing a borrowed board game

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

Karl

Perfect ocean view and awesome staff overall.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

Ralph

Very warm ocean view awesome

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2025

Charles

Friendly and hospitable.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Oct 2025

Jeni

Nice stay!

Cute spot! Room was lovely and very clean! My only complaint was the bed was hard and the pillows were very old and flat! Staff were extremely friendly and helpful!
The ocean view was nice! You could be in bed and stare at the ocean still. I loved that

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Oct 2025

Amy

We absolutely enjoyed the ocean view from our top floor room. It was the perfect spot to watch the sunset! We rated it 4 stars because the room is a bit outdated. The carpet, fixtures, and amenities could stand to be updated. Overall, we were thrilled with staying here as a stop along our Highway 1 road trip!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2025

Sharon

What a lovely little gem hidden up above the pier at Point Arena. Beautiful views, warm and friendly staff and a clean and comfy room. I will definitely stay here again when I’m in the area.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Oct 2025

Marc

F

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

Thomas

The folks running the place are the nicest people you'll ever meet. The ocean views and balcony were wonderful. There are fireplaces and Jacuzzis in the room. It was super peaceful. You are definitely in a small beach town, so you may be a bit limited as far as food and beverage options, but they make it work. There are restaurants and a coffee/smoothie place right down the hill.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Sep 2025

Anthony

Pros:
Front desk lady was great.
The location was very good.
The courtyard was nice.

Cons:
It's a very old property. It shows tons of wear and tear. My bathroom, shower, and jetted tub were all a little dirty or had bugs/spiders.
There is no AC and no ceiling fan.
Breakfast is limited and doesn't start until 8am. I left before that.
There are no blackout curtains.
You hear people using the steps on both levels, you hear people closing doors, and you will hear people walking above you. It's a very noisy place if you are on lower level.

I thought it was a very unique place but way overpriced. I did not get a comfortable night's sleep.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Sep 2025

Florante

average

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

Michael

Nice, quiet location, in a harbor on the ocean. Hotel has a vintage vibe, with all the modern amenities. Owner/Operator adds a personal touch and has a flair for taking everything about the property to the next level. Just walk around and notice all the subtle details. Excellent!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

Paula

Beautiful location , old world charm. Great welcome to hotel to enjoy a 2 night stay. Beautiful appointed room ,however should be noted that the bathrooms are a bit dated . This didn’t change our minds however I think it should be noted . Also as food offerings are limited in this quaint village best to maybe stock up on snacks drinks & also your gas .
It’s a beautiful place on the Pacific Northwest. At the bottom of hill is pier place great for drinks dinner .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2025

Jenna

Beautiful, family owned, right by the ocean. Great little stop up the coast. Wish I stayed longer than a day!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

Robin L

Very pleasant stay. Very clean!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2025

Joely

The staff were the best! The area is so beautiful it was the true definition of peace and quiet! I wish I could have stayed there forever! 10/10 recommend

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2025

William

Great Service

Karen at the desk was awesome. It was my wife’s birthday and we forgot the champagne back home. Not only did Karen suggest a bath bomb that my wife loved, she had some great selections of champagne on hand! I picked out a bottle and Karen brought it up to the room on ice with the bath bomb gift wrapped! Oh…. all while keeping it a secret from my wife so it looked like I planned it for months! Thanks Karen.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2025

Juliana

definitely stay here again

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Kyrylo

One of the best views on the coast. Quiet and calm, a cool hotel right on the water. I would love to come here just to hang out in the rooms again. Most of the rooms have ocean view.

The place is located on a quiet bay with a few cool restaurants and a pier right next door. Most of the restaurants / coffee shops are closed Monday and Tuesday so be warned!

Loved it, will be back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Steven

Excellent hotel with ocean front views. Outstanding continental breakfast. Super friendly staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Roger

Fantastic location with excellent views of the ocean and friendly staff! Property is well kept and clean! Bed was a little on the hard side, but that's a personal preference.

Would come back for sure!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

steve

Just an amazing place to stay with over the top service. Will stay there again. Close to Frannys French cup and saucer bakery. Not to be missed

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2025

David

Had a nice room with a partial view of the Pacific Ocean, and could see & hear the waves crashing on the rocky beach. Very relaxing and peaceful. Definitely will consider staying here again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Jul 2025

John

My husband and I enjoyed meeting Karen, the owner, when we checked in. She renovated the property and she did such a nice job, from the cozy rooms, to the landscaping and finally to the Continental Breakfast which included fresh fruit , bagels and cream cheese, biscotti for your coffee. When I’m in the area again, I’m staying here.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2025

Lori

Karen and Cliff and Gina were very welcoming, kind, and set the tone for a relaxation, peaceful get away. Karen’s room service was prepared tastefully and thoughtfully. Cliff was everywhere around that property keeping the outside looking tranquil and friendly. Gina was very personal and accommodating.
There is not much to do around the Point Arena area, but staying here, we weren’t in a hurry to do anything other than walk, listen to and watch nature, and enjoy the comforts of our lovely spacious room and patio. It was a perfect spot to just breathe and get away!

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Mark

Romantic lodge!! Reasonable price for quality room!!

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2025

Eriselda

It’s a beautiful place to stay. The room was clean and charming. The staff were also very helpful and friendly.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2025

Douglas

Was just a one-nighter on our 2-week PCH trip from SF to Seattle, but what a wonderful place! Slept well and the continental bfast was awesome!

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Valerie

My fav place on the coast

arrived to find a spacious, cathedral ceiling, very large deck , fireplace and spa bath room: very unexpected. Discovered the bluff trail access by the hotel and they will make a picnic to take along!! ( going back to experience that!) Treated my birthday as something special and loved every minute .

Partner