Gualala, CA

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Aerial view of serene coastal fog over the ocean and coastline, Gualala, California, United States.
Aerial view of serene coastal fog over the ocean and coastline, Gualala, California, United States.
Aerial view of serene coastal fog over a tranquil river and lush trees, Gualala, California, United States.
Aerial view of beautiful coastal fog over rugged cliffs and serene ocean with residential houses and trees, Gualala, California, United States.
Contemplating life from the mind of a 7 year old girl as she looks out over the river that connects with the ocean.  #blue
Gualala Country Inn

Gualala Country Inn

2.5 out of 5
47975 Center St Gualala CA
Stay at this hotel in Gualala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Clean room with a great view

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Gualala Country Inn
Surf Inn

Surf Inn

2.5 out of 5
39170 South Highway 1 Gualala CA
Stay at this hotel in Gualala. Enjoy free breakfast, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Pleasant staff

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Surf Inn
Rendezvous Mendocino

Rendezvous Mendocino

3 out of 5
34591 California 1 Gualala CA
The price is ₩313,034 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
₩313,034
₩350,599 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Gualala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cooks Beach and Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
We loved staying here! Clean, cozy, and close to great coffee and Thai food. Diane and Damian were very friendly and welcoming. They heated up our room for us on a cold evening. We had to leave early but Diane brought over granola for us the night before so we could enjoy it for breakfast. Lovely ...

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Rendezvous Mendocino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rendezvous Mendocino

Rendezvous Mendocino

3 out of 5
34591 California 1 Gualala CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Gualala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cooks Beach and Studio 391 Fine Art Gallery are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
We loved staying here! Clean, cozy, and close to great coffee and Thai food. Diane and Damian were very friendly and welcoming. They heated up our room for us on a cold evening. We had to leave early but Diane brought over granola for us the night before so we could enjoy it for breakfast. Lovely ...

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Rendezvous Mendocino
Point Arena Lighthouse

Point Arena Lighthouse

3 out of 5
45500 Lighthouse Rd Point Arena CA
Stay at this vacation home in Point Arena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Point Arena Lighthouse & Museum and California Coastal ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (117 reviews)
Great location with a view

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Point Arena Lighthouse
The Ranch at Lake Sonoma

The Ranch at Lake Sonoma

1 out of 5
100 Marina Rd Geyserville CA
Stay at this campground in Geyserville. Enjoy free parking, a conference center, and hiking/biking on site. Popular attractions Lake Sonoma and Sbragia Family ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Nice camping spot

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

The Ranch at Lake Sonoma
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Gualala

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
23
5 - Excellent 45%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful and quaint with plenty of food options!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great little town

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice quiet town, people were friendly and helpful.

4/5 - Good

TeslaSquater

Never, EVER give your business to the Surf Inn......you’re welcome!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Gualala quickly stole our hearts and we cannot wait to go back and visit. It's just amazingly beautiful and it isn't touristy at all. The locals were incredibly friendly and it's the perfect place for a getaway.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There are 2 very nice independent grocery stores in this little town.

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