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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 649 guest reviews
- The Avg. Group Discount is 3.9%!
- 44 rooms in property
- 2 floors in hotel
- 5 suites in hotel
- Check-in: 4:00pm
- Check-out: 11:00am
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Beautiful 18 hole Mini Golf Course & Arcade on site, Beach and coastal walking trail within walking distance, Skunk Train, Charter Boats, Pt. Cabrillo light house, Botanical Gardens, beaches, parks, museums, galleries, shops, and restaurants nearby!
Map & Landmarks: Emerald Dolphin Inn
Verified Reviews of Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "The cleanest pet room we've ever had."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Very friendly hosts, clean rooms,pet friendly and thoughtful pet treats and beach necessities for your dogs. We will stay again.
Candice S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
30-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Dec 24 to Mon Dec 25 2023 at a $196.99 average nightly rate. 
Response from Management on 13-Jan-2024:
Hi Candice, Thank you so much for staying with us and for the really nice review!! We truly appreciate you taking the time to review us!! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us!! We hope to see you again in the future!!
"Friendly staff, clean, comfortable, Great Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We'd booked the room with King size bed and jacuzzi and it was fabulous. Clean and lovely room. Nice ambiance with the fireplace. Romantic indeed.
Deborah P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
12-May-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon May 08 to Wed May 10 2023 at a $188.58 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 13-Jan-2024:
Hi Deborah, Thank you so much for staying with us and for the really nice review!! We truly appreciate you taking the time to review us!! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us!! We hope to see you again in the future!!
"Excellent Hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Manish made our stay very pleasant. He has a friendly demeanor that makes dealing with him a positive experience. The room was clean and comfortable. The maids do an outstanding job. Don't change things.
Ronaldo P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
14-Apr-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 10 to Tue Apr 11 2023 at a $124.99 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 13-Jan-2024:
Hi Ronaldo, Thank you so much for staying with us and for the really nice review!! We truly appreciate you taking the time to review us!! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us!! We hope to see you again in the future!!
Property Description
The Emerald Dolphin Inn is a place you will find yourself craving to return to again and again. Comfortable luxury describes any one of forty-three beautifully adorned guest rooms. Expect nothing less than gracious hospitality and first class service. Each immaculate guest room is attended to with your comfort in mind. Some rooms have jetted spa tubs that seat two, and eco-fireplaces. Located in Fort Bragg, California on the gorgeous Mendocino Coast, the Inn is within walking distance to the magnificent ocean bluffs, a secluded beach, and fine dining overlooking the ocean. Also on site, you will find a gorgeous 18 hole MINIATURE GOLF course with fountains, waterfalls, and streams. Inside the party room you will find a Private Party/Meeting Room and fun filled Arcade with todays top games, pool table and air hockey. Enjoy snacks and ice cold beverages while there! Beaches, parks, the Noyo harbor, the Skunk Train, shopping and galleries are just minutes away. Pet friendly rooms are available upon advance request. Children are always welcome. Come stay with us, the fountain of hospitality.
Green Sustainability
We are pleased to have a water & energy conservation system in place as well as recycling program.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2016 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 44 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 44 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 2 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 13 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 31 |
| Suites: | 5 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 400 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 30 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 1.0 Mi |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 3 days notice on individual & 7 days notice on small group reservations | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Total Taxes: | 13.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 13.00% |
| City Tax: | 8.88% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 8.88% |
| Porterage Fee: | 4.00 Per Item |
| Additional Person Fee: | 12.00 Per Person (Under 12 is free) |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 9.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.00 Per Item |
Amenities / Features
- Alarm clock
- Baby facilities in room
- Baggage storage facilities
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Child facilities
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- DVD Player
- Electronic key card
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Games room
- Golf course on hotel grounds
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging path
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV room
Airport & Shuttle Information
Nearest International Airport is SFOThere is a very small airport located in Little River, 14 miles away.
Local Shuttle Info: Mendocino Coast Transit Authority Bus is available as well as two private drivers; Uber taxi service.
Breakfast Information
Complimentary continental is offered daily from 7:00 am - 09:00 am, consisting of an assortment of pastries, fruit, yogurt, juice, and hot beverages.(please note: due to COVID-19, the breakfast buffet is currently unavailable)
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.We allow dogs in pet designated rooms only with an additional fee of $25 per night for one dog and $30 for 2 dogs and $35 for 3 dogs.
Parking Info
Free parking for all sized vehicles
Internet / WiFI
Free WIFI all over property and in each guest room.
Cleaning Policies
For your safety and peace of mind: CDC approved cleaning supplies are always used with now advanced clean stay technology. Rooms are not just cleaned but sanitized top to bottom, however extra disinfection of the most frequently touched areas - light switches, door handles, TV remotes, telephones, thermostats and more is included. All linens, including comforters, are washed according to CDC recommendations after each check out. We have Increase the frequency of cleaning public areas and are providing guest sanitation stations at the main entrances and disinfecting cleaner to use in the guest rooms if desired. Upon check in: We will have special amenity bags which will include hand sanitizer, mask, gloves, and COVID-19 safety information. We now offer Minimal to no Contact Check-In/Out for guests. Team Members will be provided with personal protective equipment and enhanced training designed to protect their their well-being while continuing to deliver an immaculate guest room.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Cafe One - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy cafe located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Noyo Harbor Inn Restaurant - Indulge in fresh seafood and stunning harbor views at this waterfront restaurant located 2.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: North Coast Brewing Company - Enjoy delicious seafood and craft beer at this popular brewery located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Glass Beach - Explore the unique glass pebbles on this beach, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Eggheads Restaurant - Enjoy a classic American breakfast at this local favorite located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Cucina Verona - Delight in Italian cuisine and homemade pasta at this charming restaurant located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Mayan Fusion - Experience a fusion of Latin American flavors at this vibrant restaurant located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - Immerse yourself in the beauty of these stunning gardens, located 4.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Headlands Coffeehouse - Start your day with a delicious cup of coffee and a pastry at this cozy coffeehouse located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Silver's at the Wharf - Enjoy a seafood lunch with panoramic ocean views at this waterfront restaurant located 1.8 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Sea Pal Cove - Savor fresh seafood and ocean views at this casual restaurant located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: MacKerricher State Park - Explore the scenic trails and spot wildlife at this beautiful state park located 3.7 miles from the hotel.
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Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Emerald Dolphin Inn
Above shows seasonality of room prices for both group prices and the lowest individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group offer was submitted. The lowest group/meeting discount shown is 10.6% in October 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $232 in the month of August 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Emerald Dolphin Inn in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Emerald Dolphin Inn
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Emerald Dolphin Inn.
Feel free to use the Emerald Dolphin Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Fort Bragg event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| EDI's Party/Meeting Room | 25 x 16 x 8 | 400 | 30/30 | -- | 17 | 16 | 11 | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | 40 |
Close This EDI's Party/Meeting RoomThis space is located in Mini Golf & Arcade club house. It has closing doors for privacy and noise block. It has wonderful natural light and has a large white wall that can be used for overhead projector. It is a white backdrop for any theme party or meeting. We have 6 banquet tables and folding chairs for 30. For parties, we have complete theme party packages available. We will do all the decorating and clean up. We also have a large outdoor patio overlooking the fountains and a waterfall. This can be used as overflow for the private room or instead of. Rental fees are innexpensive. As little as $25 for 2 hours if 8 rounds of golf are purchased. If there are no other parties on the schedule, the party room will rent for as little as $50 for 2+ hours with no golf purchase. Guests of the Emerald Dolphin Inn may use the meeting room free of charge depending on availability and day of week. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 16 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $40.00 USD Full Day Rental: $80.00 USD Evening Rental: $40.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $80.00 USD Emerald Dolphin Inn Guests may use the meeting space for FREE Mon-Friday when available. Room is also complimentary for up to 2 hours with at least 8 rounds of golf purchased. Meeting space rental is based on availability. If you require the room on a day the business is closed or after hours,fees may be higher. Wifi is always free on site.  | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf have?
There are 44 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?
Complimentary continental is offered daily from 7:00 am - 09:00 am, consisting of an assortment of pastries, fruit, yogurt, juice, and hot beverages.(please note: due to COVID-19, the breakfast buffet is currently unavailable)
What parking is available at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?
Free parking for all sized vehicles
How much does internet cost?
Free WIFI all over property and in each guest room.
Can I get a AAA rate at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a group rate at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 3.9%.
Testimonials:
"I appreciated your service -- our rates were well below what we paid at a Holiday Inn 6 years ago! (and NOTHING is cheaper than six years ago!!) Again thanks, and I will certainly recommend your website to others!" M.L. - Waverly, IA
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