Mendocino County

Landmark4.2/5

Glass Beach

Sea glass pebbles mix with stones along this Fort Bragg beach, with the Pacific stretching beyond the rocky shore.

Landmark4.8/5

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens

Fort Bragg's botanical garden winds through flowers and coastal forest to ocean views, with roses scenting the path.

Landmark4.8/5

Russian Gulch State Park

Mendocino's state park has trails through fern canyon and along the headlands. The waterfall trail runs through mossy ground, with spots beside the falls.

Landmark4.7/5

Point Cabrillo Light Station State Historic Park

This coastal park's paths cross headland to a working lighthouse, with ocean views and a keepers' home museum. The keepers' home holds original belongings, and a third-order Fresnel lens still turns in the tower.

Landmark4.5/5

The Skunk Train

Redwood train rides wind through tall trees, while railbikes follow the tracks to a riverside picnic stop at Camp Noyo.

Eat4.7/5

The Bewildered Pig

Garden restaurant on Highway 128, with fountains among the plants and tables on a shaded patio. A fire cauldron sits on old train tracks.

Eat$$$4/5

Stanford Inn's Ravens Restaurant

Nestled in the beautiful Mendocino forest, Stanford Inn's Ravens Restaurant is a vegan paradise! Indulge in gourmet dishes made from locally sourced ingredients while enjoying stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Whether you're a committed vegan or simply curious, this charming spot will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

Eat$$$$4.7/5

Ledford House

This French restaurant serves fresh food with ocean views. At sunset, the water fills the view from the dining room.

Eat4.6/5

Café Beaujolais

This Mendocino restaurant serves French cooking, with sauces that pull each dish together. Staff help pair dinner with a bottle from the substantial wine list.

Eat$$$$4.3/5

Terra Mar Kitchen

Window-side Californian restaurant serving brunch and dinner, with tables looking through glass doors toward the view.

Eat$$$4.6/5

GoodLife Cafe & Bakery

Bakery cafe with breakfast, coffee and pastries. A little gift shop inside sells work by local craftspeople and house-made treats.

Eat5/5

Fort Bragg Bakery

Bakery with Austrian seed bread and Mexican wedding cookies.

Stay$$$$4.55/5

Inns of Mendocino

Inns of Mendocino in Mendocino offers rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, balconies, and modern amenities. Each room includes a bathrobe, free toiletries, and a coffee machine. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden, free WiFi, and an outdoor seating area. The inn provides a lounge, concierge service, and daily housekeeping. Free on-site private parking is available. A variety of breakfast options are available, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, fruits, and juice, served in the room or outdoors. Located 6 km from Point Cabrillo Light Station and 12 km from Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, the inn is near attractions such as Highlight Gallery and Temple of Kwan Tai. Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport is 148 km away.

Stay$4.35/5

Headlands Inn Bed & Breakfast

Headlands Inn Bed and Breakfast in Mendocino offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, garden or sea views, and amenities such as tea and coffee makers, free toiletries, and hypoallergenic bedding. Guests enjoy a continental, American, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast in the room or via room service. The property provides free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a sun terrace for relaxation. Located 148 km from Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport, the inn is near attractions like Highlight Gallery (4-minute walk), Temple of Kwan Tai (500 metres), and Mendocino Art Center (7-minute walk). The inn offers walking, bike, and hiking tours, bicycle parking, and free use of bicycles. Additional services include a concierge, culture classes, and full-day security.

Stay$$$4.35/5

Agate Cove Inn

Agate Cove is a boutique coastal retreat set on two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens along the Mendocino shoreline. Flagstone pathways wind through colorful native plantings and lead to a collection of private cottages, offering a peaceful setting to unwind while taking in sweeping ocean views and unforgettable sunsets. Guests are invited to enjoy the property’s serene outdoor spaces—ideal for a quiet morning coffee, an afternoon picnic, or an evening glass of wine as the sun dips into the Pacific. Agate Cove offers a calm, elevated stay designed for those seeking rest, privacy, and a refined Mendocino Coast experience.

Stay4.6/5

Little River Inn

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Little River Inn offers a spa and wellness centre and a restaurant on site. Little River Inn provides free WiFi access is in all rooms. A flat-screen cable TV with a DVD player is featured in all rooms at the Little River Inn. A balcony with ocean views is available and guests can relax in the plush bathrobes provided. Tennis courts and a golf course are available for guest use at the Little River Inn. Free parking is provided. Van Damme State Park is 10 minutes' walk from the the inn. Mendocino is 5 minutes' drive away.

Stay$$$$3.8/5

Brewery Gulch Inn & Spa

Brewery Gulch Inn & Spa in Mendocino offers 4-star comfort with sea views, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms. Each room features a fireplace, balcony, and modern amenities. Guests can relax in the spa facilities, hot tub, or fitness room. The property offers yoga classes, walking tours, and cycling activities. Free WiFi is available throughout the inn. The modern, romantic restaurant serves American cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast includes warm dishes, fresh pastries, and a variety of beverages. Located 2.6 km from Van Damme Beach and 146 km from Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport. Nearby attractions include Highlight Gallery and Point Cabrillo Light Station. Guests appreciate the scenic views and attentive staff.

Stay4.8/5

Nicholson House at Beaujolais Mendocino

Restored Victorian inn with Art Deco details and garden spaces. The Waiting Room has daily coffee and pastries.

Stay4.6/5

Stanford Inn & Resort on the Mendocino Coast

Vegan resort on the Mendocino coast, with cottages and a restaurant serving entirely plant-based meals. Little yellow lights glow among the trees after dark.

Stay4.6/5

SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm

This Little River inn has cottages among the trees and a working farm. You can feed its chickens and llamas.

Stay4.5/5

Mendocino Farmhouse

This Mendocino bed-and-breakfast has barn cottages with wood-burning fireplaces, gardens, and a pond among the redwoods. Chatty chickens wander by the garden.

Stay4.3/5

Heritage House Spa

Little River’s cliffside hotel spreads across 37 acres above the Pacific, with paths down to a private beach. Every room faces the ocean.