BEST WESTERN PETALUMA INN - Petaluma CA 200 S McDowell Boulevard 94954

200 South Mcdowell Blvd., Petaluma, CA 94954 United States

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Near Petaluma Valley Hospital

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The Best Western Petaluma Inn offers amenities such as an outdoor pool, complimentary WiFi, a business center, and a 24/7 front desk.

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Free breakfast

Free WiFi

Free self parking

Number of outdoor pools - 1

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"Best Western Petaluma"

The female attendant at check in was fun yet professional. A comfortable room and bed and very clean. Good parking and access to the rooms and Cafe Bellini made it stay worthy!

Pat D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 06 to Sun Jun 07 2026 at a $195.49 average nightly rate.

"Comfortable with friendly staff."

Comfortable stay; we come here several times a year.

Emily M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 28 to Sat Nov 29 2025 at a $131.99 average nightly rate.

"Nice and Pet Friendly"

Maria at the front desk was very nice and helpful.

Virginia B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Mon Oct 27 to Tue Oct 28 2025 at a $114.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Best Western Petaluma Inn, you'll be centrally located in Petaluma, within a 15-minute drive of Graton Resort & Casino and Petaluma Valley Hospital. This hotel is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Sonoma Plaza and 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from Sonoma Raceway.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cafe Bellini serving guests of Best Western Petaluma Inn. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 73 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Petaluma Valley Hospital - 0.8 mi
Downtown Petaluma - 1.3 mi
Sonoma State University - 6.8 mi
Novato Gnoss Field (NOT) - 8.3 mi
Downtown Rohnert Park - 8.4 mi
Jack London State Historical Park - 8.7 mi
Downtown Sonoma - 9.6 mi
Sonoma Town Hall - 9.6 mi
Sonoma Plaza - 9.6 mi
Sebastiani Theater - 9.6 mi
Sonoma Presidio - 9.6 mi
Mission San Francisco Solano - 9.7 mi
Downtown Novato - 10.2 mi
Quarryhill Botanical Garden - 10.6 mi
Infineon Raceway - 11.2 mi
Lovepatch Farms - 11.2 mi
Sonoma Raceway NASCAR - 11.4 mi
Lake Sonoma Resort - 11.9 mi
Santa Rosa Convalescent Hospital - 13.0 mi
Sutter Warrack Hospital - 13.5 mi
Creekside Convalescent Hospital - 13.9 mi
Santa Rosa Conference and Visitors - 14.0 mi
Downtown Santa Rosa - 14.1 mi
Ca Northwestern Railway Museum - 14.1 mi
Montgomery Convalescent Hospital - 14.3 mi
Santa Rosa Junior College - 15.1 mi
Heald College of Bus and Tech - 15.7 mi
Sutter Medical Center - 15.8 mi
Charles M Schulz Museum Center - 16.1 mi
Downtown Inverness - 16.1 mi
Empire College Business School - 16.3 mi
Fountaingrove Country Club - 16.8 mi
Westwood Hills Park - 16.9 mi
Napa Valley Museum - 17.3 mi
Marin County Civic Center - 18.0 mi
Downtown Napa - 18.7 mi
Napa Opera House - 18.7 mi
Napa County Airport (APC) - 18.8 mi
Napa River Ecological Reserve - 19.0 mi
Oxbow Public Market - 19.0 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Petaluma? This hotel has 600 square feet (56 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Choose this charming Petaluma hotel - minutes from Sonoma State University and the beautiful Point Reyes National Seashore, pet-friendly!The BEST WESTERN Petaluma Inn is a sophisticated and inviting hotel situated just off the infamous Highway 101 in California's Sonoma Area. Guests staying at this hotel in Petaluma will find the area to be a fulfilling and less expensive alternative to staying in Bodega Bay. This California hotel is a short drive into the Sonoma Wine region, featuring 150 different wineries, as well as a quick trip into San Francisco to see sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. Other favorite Petaluma attractions include the Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park, the Garden Valley Ranch, the Cretan Labyrinth, the Two Rock Coast Guard Base and the Sears Point International Raceway. This Petaluma California hotel offers an array of amenities including an onsite restaurant, an outdoor heated swimming pool, business services and meeting facilities. Guests will wake each morning to a complimentary continental breakfast. Each spaciously-appointed guest room features high-speed Internet access and cable satellite television with ShowtimeÂ®.Enjoy all that Petaluma and Northern California have to offer while staying at the BEST WESTERN Petaluma Inn! Enjoy your stay.

Local Attractions

Lagunitas Brewing Company – Local brewery with tours, live music, and a beer garden. Petaluma Historical Library & Museum – Historic 1904 library with exhibits on local history. Shollenberger Park – 165-acre wetlands with birdwatching and walking trails. Helen Putnam Regional Park – Trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and picnics. Marin French Cheese Co. – Historic creamery with artisan cheese and picnic spots. Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park – 1830s adobe home with insights into Mexican-era California. Mystic Theatre – 1911 music venue hosting concerts and events. Downtown Petaluma – Historic area with shops, cafes, galleries, and restaurants. Laguna de Santa Rosa – Wetlands with trails, birding, and photography. Point Reyes National Seashore – Coastal cliffs, beaches, and wildlife. Jack London State Historic Park – Trails, ruins, and the home of author Jack London. Petaluma River – Ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding. Armstrong Redwoods – Towering redwood tr

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2019

Floors: 2

Rooms: 74

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 74

Handicap Rooms: 4

Suites: 4

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 2.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 14.02%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 7 days on large groups, 24hrs for individuals

Check-In Instructions:

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
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
Change of towels (on request)
Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coin laundry on site
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 600
Conference space size (meters) - 56
Daily
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free continental breakfast
Free self parking
Housekeeping on request
Laundry facilities
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Pets not allowed
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Smoke-free property
Vending machine
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Airport & Shuttle Info

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport 23 miles northwest of Petaluma. San Francisco International Airport - 51 miles from Petaluma. A shuttle service is also available from the Petaluma Fairgrounds for an additional cost.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

A complimentary buffet-style breakfast is included with your stay. Offerings include sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, hard-boiled eggs, cereal, yogurt, pastries, fresh fruit, coffee, apple juice, and orange juice. Breakfast hours are from 6:00am to 9:00am daily.

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Parking is free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Spaces are not preassigned. Parking for large semi-trucks is not available; however, limited space may be available during less busy times.

Internet / WiFi

Wi-Fi is complimentary.

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

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.

For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit www.bestwestern.com/privacy.

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines We Care Clean (Best Western)

Essential workers only - NO

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Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.

Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access

Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms

The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Della Fattoria - A charming bakery and cafe known for its freshly baked bread and pastries. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Wild Goat Bistro - A casual eatery serving Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Central Market - A farm-to-table restaurant offering a diverse menu of locally sourced dishes. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park - Explore the historic adobe ranch house and learn about the area's rich history. Located 2.3 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Acre Coffee - A popular coffee shop known for its artisanal coffee and cozy atmosphere. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Shuckery - A seafood restaurant specializing in oysters and other fresh seafood dishes. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Risibisi - An Italian restaurant offering a menu of traditional dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Activity Petaluma River Walk - Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic Petaluma River and enjoy the beautiful views. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Dempsey's Restaurant & Brewery - A local favorite for breakfast, serving hearty American-style dishes. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Luma - A contemporary American restaurant known for its creative dishes and seasonal ingredients. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Cucina Paradiso - An Italian restaurant offering a menu of classic dishes in a cozy setting. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.

Activity Petaluma Historical Library and Museum - Explore the history of Petaluma through exhibits and artifacts. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Best Western Petaluma Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM 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 11:00 AM 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 Best Western Petaluma Inn have?

There are 74 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western Petaluma Inn?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Petaluma Inn?

What parking is available at Best Western Petaluma Inn?

How much does internet cost?

Wi-Fi is complimentary.

Is there a pool at Best Western Petaluma Inn?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our outdoor pool is seasonal and open from mid-May through the end of September. Hours are from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Please note there is no lifeguard on duty

Is there shuttle service at Best Western Petaluma Inn?

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Petaluma Inn

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Petaluma Inn.

Feel free to use the Best Western Petaluma Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Petaluma event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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