Bodega Bay Lodge

The Lodge at Bodega Bay was one of those places we truly didn’t want to leave, we weren’t ready to go back to reality. Everything about our stay felt five-star: the location, atmosphere, rooms, cleanliness, service, amenities, and overall value. If you’re looking for a peaceful and relaxing getaway, there’s honestly no place quite like it. It felt like the ultimate treat from start to finish. We already can’t wait to come back. Until next time, we’ll definitely be back!

Amazing stay! The location was perfect. We could hit every restaurant and the Bodega Head Loop within 15 minutes (worth the 35 minute scenic drive to Hog Island Oyster Co by the way!) which was so helpful since we were traveling with a 10 month old who did not want to be stuck in her car seat for long periods of time at that point. The pictures don't do the view justice, it is much nicer in person. The pool was a great temperature for a cool afternoon / evening and the hot tub with the fire pit next to it was amazing at night. There are lots of walking paths for stroller walks with the baby. The beds were SO comfortable and while I am not someone who typically wears a robe, theirs were too comfortable to pass up using while walking to and from the pool or to sit outside on the balcony in the morning. Every single staff member was so helpful and friendly. We cannot wait to stay again.

We stayed here one night while riding with Backroads. Actually stayed here many years ago. GORGEOUS setting. Fantastic rooms - including a fireplace. Comfortable bed. Great views. Large jacuzzi and pool overlooking tidal flats. Amazing robes. The only downside was very slow service at breakfast.

Like Tippi Hedren in Hitchcock's classic film, I "flew" up the coast road from the City and decamped at the Lodge for the night. At just 1.5 hours, you feel a million miles away. Perched above wetlands with lovely Doran beach and the jetties marking the entrance to Bodega Bay in the distance, the Lodge offers mesmerizing picture postcard views. A place to relax, clear one's mind and enjoy hawks, whales, deer and nature unfold from your deck or the fire pits scattered around the property. My generously sized upper coastal room had unobstructed views and a very comfy bed. While the room had a coffee machine, tea kettle and bottle of "house" wine, there were no snacks or mini bar items which would have made viewing from the deck more enjoyable. A limited selection of snacks are available for purchase in the lobby. I was also surprised that the fireplace was not push button gas which offers the ultimate in hotel convenience despite being "fake". The alternative offered by the Lodge is a fire log which takes commitment for the guest to hang around the room while it burns out. While I believe that the property and the stunning setting provide a quintessentially California experience, the food option, Drake's, falls short. Dinner started with an asparagus salad drowning in far too much arugula; the jumbo asparagus weren't blanched long enough resulting in big, hard chunks. Not peeling these large stalks prior to blanching was a rookie mistake. A forgettable pork chop was marred by the addition of a cloyingly sweet congealed sauce dotted with pear bits. The accompanying onion bread pudding added little diversion. At breakfast, Drake's failed the eggs Benedict test with one of the eggs over poached with hard yolk. When evaluating a one-night getaway property, you want a complete package. The Lodge checks most of the boxes, but the dining needs to improve to warrant a return visit.

A very special place to enjoy excellent food and views. All the staff were very friendly and the location is spectacular.