The Redwood City center point is about the area of Downtown Redwood City and 2 miles southeast of Downtown San Carlos.
California's northern climate is very different than the south. Visitors to the Redwood National Forest or other parks need to come prepared for anything! Weather changes often and is unpredictable, so wear layers to accommodate and pack rain gear. Hikers need to wear shoes with soles that don't slip because the damp forest floors can be slippery.
The climate in Redwood is considered cool with temperatures averaging between the mid-40s to the low-60s. In the winter, the weather is cool and wet, but the summer brings with it fog near the coast, but sunnier weather and higher temperatures inland. The average high is in the fifties and occurs in June and July, while the fall temperatures begin the drop to the forties. Dress in layers year round to be prepared for the temperature changes.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, a 100% non-smoking hotel, is just minutes from the redwood groves and sandy beaches of Redwood. The intriguing architecture of the hotel nestles it beautifully into the natural surroundings of the hotel. With many amenities including a free hot breakfast and bike rentals, the Holiday Inn offers a number of discounts to travelers throughout the year.
America's Best Value offers discounts for AARP/AAA/CAA members, and military and government personnel. There are also corporate and senior discounts available.
Most large hotel chains offer a variety of deals and discounts, so if you are a club member, take the time to collect points (if you aren't, then ask about joining) so you can redeem them in the future. If you are a senior citizen or military, many hotels offer these types of discounts. Other types of discounts available are seasonal or limited-time offers. These vary, but it's worth inquiring to see if there is something offered during your trip.
Competition is often a good thing when it comes to business, because price comes down while value goes up. The many hotels in and around Redwood consistently receive good reviews and standards are high. For tight budgets, America's Best Value Inn is reasonably priced at $67 a night, while still offering reasonable amenities including a continental breakfast. The Budget Inn is another "tight budget" hotel, but it's convenient location and low price make it a great trip saver so travelers can participate in more of the cultural activities in Redwood.
Other options are available to create value for the avid traveler. The Redwood Inn and Good Nite Inn are both in the $90 range for a one-night stay. These hotels each have a pool and offer breakfast, and suites are available at the Redwood Creek Inn. Each suite has a queen-sized bed with a sofa bed pullout for extra friends and family members. The suites alsom come equipped with a refrigerator and microwave, making these rooms a perfect place to "camp out" after a long day of sight-seeing or meetings.
Redwood, California has something for everyone. Do you feel like donning your hiking boots, a few sweaters, and a rain slicker to cut through the fog in the Redwood forest? Or maybe you are ready to jump in a kayak and paddle for an afternoon? Perhaps you'd like to climb to the top of a historic lighthouse and see out across the ocean? There is also a three-day Heritage Tour that will take visitors through Eureka, Ferndale, and Arcata. Each day of this journey includes enriching cultural adventures that explore history, museums, exhibits, nature, architecture, and more.
After a long day of sightseeing or when you need to recharge your batteries, check out the lumber camp-style cookhouse at the Samoa cookhouse. It's like taking a step back in time and visiting a lumber camp. Food is served family style in big dishes which are passed around for guests to serve one another. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available at the Samoa House. When your meal is over, you can check out the museum and learn more about the logging and cookhouse days of yesteryear. The Samoa cookhouse is not far from Redwood and about five miles from Eureka.
Another popular Redwood activity is boutique brewing. So when you're ready to sit back with your friends and sample a few, visit one of the many brewing companies for a different kind of fun! With dozens of handcrafted beers to choose from, you won't be disappointed. While you're tempting your palate with new brew, you can also enjoy old-fashioned games like shuffleboard, checkers, and cards. Live music will most likely be filling the airwaves, too, so you can enjoy your original draft with some original tunes. Soon you will find yourself stepping in time to the music and planning your next trip as you reflect on the enriching and carefree days you've just spent on the lovely west coast of California.
Redwood City has lodging that sits right in the heart of each activity; something for every budget and lifestyle. Whether you're camping, renting a vacation home, or staying at the Best Western Plus, layer up and have a great time!
Below are reviews of the city of Redwood City, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
I was there for a surgery procedure at the Stanford Medical Center which was nearby. We enjoyed eating at Harry's Hauf Brau across the street.
Our room was very clean and comfortable.
Stanford
The downtown is adorable with lots of good restaurants and lovely areas in Redwood City to walk or hike.
Convenient location for Stanford patients.
We were in town for a soccer tournament, the turf field at Marlin Park was beautiful and clean. We we're warned residential parking could be an issue, it wasn't at all!!