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Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Fort Bragg

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At Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf, enjoy a fun-filled getaway with mini golf and an arcade/game room. Connect to in-room WiFi, warm up by the lobby fireplace, or rent bikes for a ride around the area. Guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Hiking/biking trails

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$85 nightly
The total price is $99
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly fees not included)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly fees not included)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437

What's nearby

  • Noyo Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pomo Bluffs Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sea Glass Museum - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • C.V. Starr Community Center - 3 min drive - 3.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sea Pal Cove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noyo Fish Company - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

At Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Glass Beach. Freebies like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails and mini golf. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Mini golf

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 12.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 12.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Emerald Dolphin Inn Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Inn
Emerald Dolphin Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin
Emerald Dolphin Hotel Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Motel
Emerald Dolphin Inn
Emerald Dolphin & Mini Golf
Emerald Dolphin Inn Mini Golf
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel Fort Bragg

Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf also has an arcade.

What's the area around Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf like?

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is a short 16-minute walk from Noyo Harbor and 11 minutes' walk from Pomo Bluffs Park. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers excellent pet access with designated rooms, pet-friendly amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere for furry guests. (12 reviews)
  • Parking was easy to access and safe in a quiet area. (4 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near great local restaurants and offers helpful staff suggestions for dining options. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Mini golf
Microwave
Lobby
Breakfast
Golf
Restaurant

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We are repeat guests when visiting the Mendocino Botanical Gardens and other sites in the area. Comfortable, friendly, clean. Always a joy.
Malcolm, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel

Clean, comfortable and nice staff
Michael, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great customer service, clean, new coffee maker. On the downside there was no air conditioning, microwave or breakfast.
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

East access parking lot, close to the down town area. Clean rooms, very friendly staff. Would stay here again
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, spacious rooms, & great location!
Leticia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay here. Room was clean and spacious. Very dog friendly. They had a dog bowl and sheets just for the pups. Mini golf is also very close and fun. Would definitely stay here again.
Norma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean and quiet
MICHAEL, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cozy and comfortable room, our stay was great the room was immaculate and very clean, which made our stay comfortable. I would definitely be coming back and making it our go to hotel in the área!
Marisol, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very pleased with the rooms and cleanliness. Breakfast much improvement.
Kitty, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are great!
Deanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean,comfortable, and staff was friendly. We stay at the Emerald Dolphin almost everytime we are in town!
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay here again.
TONI, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff. Nice location. No Breakfast, though :-(
Abhishek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had our 6mo old baby and 11yr old dog with us and everyone was comfortable and taken care of. They even left a couple treats for our fur babe 🙂 Staff is friendly and will grab any extras you may need. We enjoyed our time here!
Kelli, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and plenty of dining options
Sharon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We have been going here for years and it is always good. We never have any issues and we are always know what we’re going to get. It’s a good place to stay with easy access to Fort Bragg
Richard D, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Very friendly staff.
Mark, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property was nice. Good location. Small issues, chairs at the table were not even and were wobbly, the shower head was leaking spraying water.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff easy check-in clean comfortable room
Melvin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Walkable distance from the bluffs, beautiful views of the coast.
Chidam, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

"Ideally located near the harbor and Overlook Walk, with park benches and scenic ocean views."
Lai, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super cute, quiet, clean place, funky fun community. I would definitely stay here again. Staff was fantastic.
Heather, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff at front desk were very friendly. Appreciate the early check in. My family loved that the walk to the beach was less than 10mins. No AC, but they did provide a standing fan. Breakfast was not that great. All grab and go.
Letech, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel, I’m coming back!

Loved the friendly and helpful staff!! Great location! Our rooms were in the side/back building, it was super quiet. The beds were comfortable and the room was clean! We went for Mother’s Day weekend and I was surprised that the price was very affordable! I’m definitely staying here again!
Claudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place walking distance to an unbelievable ocean view.
John, 1-night trip