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Wharf Master's Inn

Property class: 3

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A balcony with a glass of wine, overlooking a coastal view with trees and a building with a porch.
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.
A wooden deck with a sign reading "Private Deck," leading to a pathway with railings and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with a bar area, blue upholstered chairs, and a variety of wine bottles on shelves.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $242
$214 nightly
$242 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11

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, Arena Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Romantic and Peaceful King with Partial Ocean View

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)
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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
(30 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 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
  • 340 sq ft
  • 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

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About the neighborhood

Point Arena

When you stay at Wharf Master's Inn in Point Arena, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Arena Theater and B. Bryan Preserve. .This beach hotel is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Garcia River Casino and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Bowling Ball Beach.

What's nearby

  • California Coastal National Monument - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Point Arena Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Point Arena City Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Arena Theater - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum - 18 min drive - 6.5 miles

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
  • ‪Pier Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sign of the Whale - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Wharf Master's Inn

Wharf Master's Inn offers 25 accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop 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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include a picnic area and a vending machine.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours).
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1992
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

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

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

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Wharf Master's Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1010 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

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

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to watch the surfers and the pier activities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

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

Gregg

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

Kimberly

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

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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)
Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

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