The Occidental Lodge

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2026

Jason

Very nice little spot to stay. Beautiful area.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2026

Lisa

We had the most wonderful experience at the Occidental Lodge the hotel was adorable very clean staff was very warm and welcoming!! We will absolutely be back !!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

David

Yes parked right outside my room great food close by we always go to Dinnucci‘s 15 minutes from room great Italian food 5 course meal 😋

Partner

4/10

Poor

15 Feb 2026

Lily

The room was clean and spacious. Staff was friendly! The walls in the room I had were completely bare and white with only one wall having any sort of art. The TV was in the room with the couch but there was nothing in the bedroom. The fridge wasn’t working so my food ended up going to waste by morning which was about $20-$30 worth of food. I think it absolutely is a cute spot with potential but was not worth how much I spent on the room.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Max

Clean room, friendly staff. Power was out for a little bit, due to weather, but they had a backup generator. Convenient location.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Dec 2025

Julia

I did not see a pool

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

16 Dec 2025

Bret

Old but clean and nice staff.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Dec 2025

Casey

Staff was very nice and helpful. The room was cleaned, but it really needed some cosmetic work!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2025

Carol

The room we were placed in was very comfortable and clean. My only critique is that there is a very bright light outside the window, and it might be helpful to have blackout curtains, in addition to the blinds. Other than that, everything was perfect.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2025

Kelly

Clean rooms and very accommodating staff. Would definitely stay again.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2025

Julia

We made a VERY last minute reservation (on our way there at 9:20pm), and the manager was absolutely incredible. We were stressed, and after talking with him were once again in vacay mode. The room was so nice, comfy, and just what we needed. Would 100% go back with a planned reservation. 🤗

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2025

Caroline

Clean room, friendly staff, quiet and safe area, in the center of the most adorable town.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2025

Lori

Staff is wonderful and rooms are clean and tidy.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2025

David

We got one of the recently-remodeled rooms, and it was very nice and cozy. The beds were comfortable, and the room was very clean. The gentleman that checked us in was extremely nice and even offered to help with luggage. If we come back to the area we would absolutely stay here again.

For those showing up to the area after 5-6pm, please be aware that basically everything here and in Bodega Bay shuts down super early so plan your dinner accordingly.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2025

Judit

Great Getaway 👍

This Lodge surprised me. All the rooms are slightly different looking and we were given the option to pick our own room since they were not super busy. The gentleman at the counter, Ryder, was absolutely professional and welcoming, very kind and helped us find the best room for our needs. All the rooms are very clean well put together and comfortable. We picked one with a king size bed on the second floor. They have a sweet with two queen size beds in separate rooms on the ground floor that looks absolutely amazing and we will pick next time. The property is quiet and well placed in the small town of occidental. Right across the street is a great place for breakfast and a wonderful oat milk latte. The food options are plentiful, serving some big and the prices absolutely reasonable. For dinner there are couple of choices but I must warn you only open on the weekends. We went into Santa Rosa to do some food as well which was only 25 to 30 minute drive. Occidental sits in a beautiful area of Redwood forests, and if you're looking to go ziplining there is canopy Adventures only 5 minutes from the lodge. We had a great time and will absolutely return! We highly recommend above any hotel. They have some rooms that are dog friendly and some rooms that they intentionally don't allow any pets for people who may have allergies or preferences. There were no signs or smells of any other pets ever having been in the room we stayed in with our little fur friend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2025

Jimmie

Perfect location friendly staff - don't pass this up!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

Julie

Pet friendly and clean and comfortable

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

Gwen

Our room was very nice and the staff was very accommodating. Also, loved Molly the outdoor cat that the staff takes care of.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

16 Oct 2025

Brian

*read entire review for accuracy

It’s O.K. Worn and dated, but functional. Most everything in the room was out of date, but clean on the surface *

No phone/phone cable plugins
No outlets center nightstand
TV was OLD, not hdtv, limited channels

Room definitely showed age:
Stain on ceiling
Large dirt/stain spots on carpet

Surface clean, but otherwise …. hmm

*I WOULD consider staying here again. Great location for exploring the nearby coast! We never spend anytime in the room. Good room rate, all things considered.

Accommodations in the area are super expensive (because of the great location).

We searched online and found a room here (2 queen beds), 2 nights $250 all in.

Not a destination resort, but definitely budget friendly for travelers, trekkers, dreamers, etc.

** Travel tip: If you’re going to a beach, hiking trail, destination park GO EARLY! The park, parking lot and trails fill up mid-morning.

Expect bus loads of kids mid morning, which may affect your serenity ….

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2025

Charles E.

This is an old-fashioned layout for a motel with one's car right outside the door. Roomy and spacious, with a great shower stall, water pressure and amenities.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2025

Sam

I really enjoy staying here when I come to the area for school. The staff is friendly and personable, unlike a lot of places. And it has nice touches- like real glasses for drinking instead of cheap plastic ones. The town of Occidental is tranquilly situated among redwoods.

Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2025

Martha

We enjoyed our stay in the town of Occidental and the Lodge was a throw back to earlier times in that hippie town. We loved it.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2025

Caitlynn

The carpet did look like it was a pet friendly room as there were possible prior stains on the carpet. Bathroom was clean and tidy. Enjoyed the fridge. Overall very nice aesthetic and good pricing.

Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2025

Cheryle

Very friendly and accommodating. The room was very clean. The only negative was that I could hear the person snoring next door.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Sep 2025

Gilbert

Needs a few upgrades. Coffee pot does not match the coffee pod sizes. Overall service was good. Area is a little depressed, so not much variety in food choices.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

jeffrey

Clean room tv WiFi microwave small fridge and pool. Very small town only a market and a bakery

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

Tim

Lovely place to stay

Great place to stay. Clean and tidy and the bed was very comfortable. Staff at reception were very helpful and informative. Howard Station is directly across the road and do a fantastic breakfast. Overall, Occidental is a lovely little village, off the beaten track.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Sep 2025

Kelly

Clean room and friendly service.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Sep 2025

Terri

It is a basic, clean, no frills motel, which is what I would expect for about $100 a night. The TV got a lot of channels and had an easy to use remote! The bed was pretty comfortable, but definitely bring your own pillows. It had a nice pool, though it was too cool to swim, but the furnishings around the pool were comfortable to sit and lay on. The biggest downside for me was how noisy it was being on a bottom floor, because I could hear the people above me walking back-and-forth and back back-and-forth nonstop. Definitely bring earplugs! It had a coffee maker, microwave, and mini fridge. There was a farmers market going on across the street and there is a market there to buy food. It’s surrounded by a hillside with nice trees. The soda machine doesn’t work, but you purchase water and a few sodas inside the office for $2 each. If I were to stay again, I would definitely ask for a second floor room in the back by the swimming pool, because it looks like a newer wing. Although I’m sure if the weather were hot, that room would be noisy because of kids in the pool. So maybe a second floor room somewhere in the middle of the property.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Marc Ellen

Clean, quiet, close to town yet nestled in the trees.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

James

Small town, good rates. Hotel is modern, room was very clean. Restaurants in town all seem to close by 7. Would we stay again? Absolutely, but we would have something in our cooler for dinner!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2025

Denise

Paradise

My Daughter and I loved it!! We will stay there again!! Friendly staff, clean and a beautiful place 😃💜

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2025

Gary

Great choice in occidental

Wonderful little hotel right in the middle of town. Our room was nicely appointed and clean. Parked right in front. Walked to dinner and shops. Would recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2025

Kim

Cute & Cozy Getaway

In town for a wedding so this was the perfect place to stay. Cute & cozy with access to the best restaurants in Sonoma County. Loved it!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2025

Amber

I came here for a quiet vacay on my own. The room was quaint and clean, the staff were helpful and kind. I will most definitely be coming back again. It’s the perfect place to chill out and enjoy the coast. There is an awesome spa is just down the street and the room rate was the most affordable in the area. Don’t miss out on this place!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Aug 2025

Barbara

Adorable motel with super friendly staff

Very charming spot in an equally charming little town. Don't plan on sleeping in if you're on the first floor- housekeeping starts around 7 AM and it's impossible not to be woken up by it.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

Milena

Very pleasant place to stay

This is a very nice hotel in the peaceful little town of Occidental.
It is spacious, clean, with the usual amenities like microwave, fridge etc. Our room was newly renovated. It had a large table with two chairs overlooking the grounds, pool and the surrounding area of big trees, through a large window.
The bed was very comfortable and the room was pleasant.
The town is small but it has some shops and eateries all within walking distance.
I would recommend this place.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2025

kenny

My girlfriend and I really enjoyed our couple days here. Pool was very clean both gentlemen that worked the desk were extremely nice. Walking distance to the cozy little town. And great motorcycle rides in all directions

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2025

Xian

excellent!

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Aug 2025

Pascal

staff was great

Room was old and outdated

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2025

James

Convenient location for the whole Russian River Valley.
Good breakfast and lunch options. Good dinner restaurants are only open on weekends

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Richard

Stay here!

Nice place to stay. Warmly greeted. Most helpful staff.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Aug 2025

Elke

Great find!

Very friendly and helpful staff. The walls are relatively thin so you can definitely hear what’s going on in the next room, but it wasn’t a problem for us. The pool area is quite lovely sunny clean and relaxing. You can’t beat the location either.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2025

Brent

Beautiful little town

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2025

Jodi

Occidental trip

Front desk clerk was wonderful, he was friendly and helpful. He recommended places to eat. Keep in mind most are closed during the week. We got coffee and breakfast at Bohemian Market, had lunch at Howard Station Cafe. We had a pizza and salad at Union Hotel. We wanted to try Negris and Hazel but both were too busy on a Sunday.
Beds were soft and comfortable. The pool was too cold to use but it was a nice place to sit.
If you’re adventurous I’d recommend the zipline course two miles away.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2025

Won Jun

Great friendly staff Ryder

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2025

Claudiar

I couldn’t stop thinking I was being discriminated at the time of check in. I had already asked for an early check in, the man asked me to come back later since the room was being cleaned. Got back and two other couples walked in at the same time, the man said “2 rooms available” and gave it to them when I had been there before they did. He had the audacity to tell me “checking time is at 3 pm and smile at the other guest”. This was plain wrong. I don’t what to mention the race of the other guest, but I’m sure you’d have a pretty good idea .

6/10

Pleasant

31 Jul 2025

Lloyd

Older place, but clean. The town had few options when it came to food, clerk said most places are closed on Monday and Tuesday. Slept good, bed was comfortable.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2025

George

Everything was great except the outdated bed which was very uncomfortable.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jul 2025

Diana

Pleasant check in
First room was pretty cramped. Small tv in adjacent nook. Could not watch tv from bed. Asked for a different room and was graciously reassigned to a different room
Good value for the price. Enjoyed Thursday Night market across the way.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2025

Kristin

The staff was very friendly and upgraded us to one of the newly refinished rooms. We have stayed here multiple times and always enjoyed it. Clean, quiet, and beds were comfortable.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2025

Sheri

Great place!!! Friendly staff. Clean updated room. Pleased with the upgrade!!!

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2025

Steven

Nice room and experience, just minutes from Bodega Bay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 Jul 2025

John

The Lodge itself was very nice, clean, comfortable and centrally located in town. My wife and i stayed from Sunday for 4 nights on our first night all restaurants and the only bar in town were open and that was the last time we could use the bar as it was closed until Friday. The towns restaurants weren't much better with only one open each evening with none open on Tuesday evening. I would recommend you look at the town web site for days and times eateries are open. Occedental-ca.org to help fine places to eat.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2025

Bonnie

A wonderful place in a great town!!!!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

Ligia

Loved the location and the reception gentleman

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Angela

Location Location!

Nice pool and the location was spectacular. You can walk to shops and restaurants. Staff was friendly and kind.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2025

Michael

Nostalgic old hotel actually had a physical key to get into the room. Clean and cozy.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2025

Deborah

Amongst the Trees 🌲

Off the charts fantastic!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2025

Maria

The hotel was very clean and the staff were very kind to us. They made some suggestions about dinning places and they were perfect. We really enjoyed the 3 days we stayed there.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

06 Jul 2025

Costas

Property in poor condition. No shampoo/shower gel in bathroom. Horrible mattress.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Marc

Room was nice and clean. Beautiful area. Conveniently located walking distance from restaurants, shops, etc.
Only issue we had was very noisy neighbors with kids screaming and door slamming in the morning, starting at 6:30 am!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Nicole

Awesome staff and room. Can’t wait to go back

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jul 2025

Jyeping

Just a motel

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2025

Changyun

pro : Location is excellent that right in downtown that walk to everything, staff are friendly, room is clean , bed is comfortable.

Con : wood structure building so you can easily hear neighbors are walking or talking.

It’s good stay and all guests are well behaved so you don’t hear noise after 10 pm

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2025

Joseph

Great place to stay . Very friendly staff and very informative! Best place to stay in that area

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

28 Jun 2025

Stephanie

Staff was very kind and chatty, and exterior looked nice. We stayed in a two-bedroom suite with a kitchenette. However there were no amenities in the kitchen- every drawer and cupboard was completely bare. Not even a napkin, plastic spoon, or a dish towel. Beds were super creaky- could hear every spring move. Walls were dirty- need a new coat of paint. Everything was very old and in need of some TLC.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

vivian

For the price a good hotel close to everything and staff was very Knowledgeable about info ie restaurants etc

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Carrie

Cute little property and well maintained. Room was clean. The front desk staff was very nice. We got in late so nothing was open in town to grab dinner but he recommended a place about 10minutes away that was excellent. Would stay here again.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2025

Avivah

We had a restful stay at Occidental Lodge. Staff was very kind and welcoming upon arrival. Room was clean and beds were very comfortable, photos are an accurate representation. We'd recommend getting a room on the second floor as we had one on the lower floor and could hear the footsteps of the guests above us.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Rufina

Good place

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2025

Patricia

Excellent staff, quiet & enjoyable stay

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2025

Ma De Los Angeles

I like that the rooms had no carpet and uper easy to check in.

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2025

Allison

Beautiful older lodge.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2025

Teresa

The stay was nice and the clerk at the counter was exceptional. Our TV didn't work and he tried his best to accommodate us but we had already unpacked and didnt want to move. His offer to move rooms was appreciated. He went above and beyond to help us.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2025

Michael

Old and Somewhat Updated

I stayed here as it was convenient to a family gathering. Loved the hamlet of Occidental - lots of shops and places to eat. Great breakfast spot right across the street. The room was adequate. Hard flooring throughout. Very nice updated bathroom with walk-in shower although it’s frustrating to have a great rain shower head at half-speed. King bed a bit soft for me but OK. However it took up 90% of the floor space so had to be careful moving around. Funky sitting area with chair and loveseat and wall tv in an odd position. Mini-fridge and mini-Mr. Coffee maker. Highly recommend management replace these with Keurigs.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2025

Lisa

Clean and comfortable place in a cute town.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2025

Steve

Great location and nice staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2025

Rob

Older but nice and convenient in Occidental.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2025

Mary Ellen

Nice escape in the woods

Comfortable, not a luxury hotel, but good for a family getaway to the woods and Russian River. Check-in was easy and the staff are very pleasant. Pool was clean, my kid enjoyed it the two days we stayed. Easy to get to Monte Rio/Guerneville/Bodega Bay. A few restaurants within a block radius (town is only a few blocks long!), recommend Howard’s Station Cafe for breakfast, and Joe’s Bar/Negri’s restaurant (same place) for dinner.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

Verified traveler

Excellent!

The lodge is very clean and the staff is very helpful. The restaurants and businesses is just across the establishment. Check them out.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2025

Margaret

If staying mid-week, only one restaurant open - Mexican. The General Store has a deli though with soup and fantastic sandwiches. Also, need a night stand on both sides of the bed. Otherwise, nice room.

4/10

Poor

18 May 2025

Tamaran

The couch was extremely uncomfortable and the noise between rooms made sleeping almost impossible. The room was updated and very clean. The location is excellent.

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2025

Gudelia

Amazing stay! Was only one night after we went to coast we enjoyed the quaint little town! Will definitely be returning. Staff was super friendly and helpful as well!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2025

Mike

Just stay here, easy and low key. Family Friendly

My family has been frequenting the lodge for the last 5 years, slowltly the upgrades have been coming but always the ease and price has been great. The PM manager/GM has always been a pleasure he has seen my family grow and always remwmbers us with a smile. Be kind we are lucky to have places like this.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

05 May 2025

Larry

The FIRE alarm started going on and off a few times starting after 10:30 p.m. it was very worrisome with only 911 left to call. We do not smoke… The office was closed so no one was available to help. I finially got it to stop. It was very troublesome. I left a message on the office phone that was listed but they were gone for the night. It is a hard wired alarm! When we checked out at 9:00 they had not listened to the message…. The office staff did not show any concern about the inconvenience…. Needless to say we will not be returning…

Business_and_leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2025

Lauren

Fine stay amongst the trees

Beautiful setting amongst the trees, super close to town, very clean room, great shower, and friendly front desk staff. No blackout shades made for a bright sleeping situation. The walls were very thin, and we could hear the snoring upstairs. Fine for passing through but bring earplugs!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2025

Verified traveler

Will go again;)

It was the second stay this time, and got upgraded to a newly decorated room, very stylish;) Nicest shower, large marble counter with two sinks, etc. They might want to consider curtains in addition to the blinds due to location near stairs light. But there were two beds so could meet that in different ways. Then if you dont know Occidental; its a hidden charming town in the mountains just off the beaten trail (aka highway One;), complete with super restaurants and charming stores, just perfect! Almost would want to keep it a secret, but hey, here we go!

Partner

4/10

Poor

20 Apr 2025

Adam

The furniture in the suite was outdated and uncomfortable. There was no sound buffer. Between our room and the one above it and the office. We could hear footsteps all the time. The blinds were broken and the cupboards were gross and out of place.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2025

Siera

The staff was so friendly and gave us an upgrade before we arrived! The bed was comfortable, the room was clean and the location was great. The cafe across the street was also excellent. Would definitely stay here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2025

Candi

Delightful stay in charming little town

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2025

Colin

Very nice upgrades to room. Everything comfortable, clean and well appointed.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2025

Richard

Check in was a breeze, answered all questions, room fridge , coffee, microwave, clean, bright, roomy

6/10

Pleasant

03 Mar 2025

Verified traveler

The location is great. Very cute little town. There aren’t curtains on the windows so the lights from the property shine brightly into the rooms. Our heater didn’t work on the second day but we know things happen and that can’t be controlled.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2025

Erica

Cleanest small motel I’ve ever stayed at

Cleanest small motel I’ve ever stayed at
Super comfortable high bed. Wish the curtains were wider didn’t cover the width of the window. Super quiet spot in quiet town

Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Feb 2025

Kay

Beautiful town. Adorable shops. Friendly community that welcomed diversity.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2025

LYNETTE

hotel clean and nice