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Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

2.5 star property
Beach hotel in Fort Bragg with free parking

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Beach nearby
Mini-golf
Beach nearby
Gift shop
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Explore the area

Map
1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437
  • Pomo Bluffs Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Noyo Harbor
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets)

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

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

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Microwave
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (1008)
The price is AU$206
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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About the area

Fort Bragg

A family-friendly stay in Fort Bragg awaits you at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Noyo Harbor and Pomo Bluffs Park. Highlights at this beach hotel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .Enjoy access to mini golf, bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a microwave in a common area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this Fort Bragg hotel, you'll find Glass Beach.

What's nearby

  • Noyo Harbor - 16 min walk
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive
  • Skunk Train - 3 min drive
  • Glass Beach - 4 min drive
  • Pudding Creek Beach - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cowlick's Ice Cream Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Gallitos - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

Beach hotel in Fort Bragg with free parking
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers its guests a vending machine, an arcade/games room, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The family-friendly Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf also features a fireplace in the lobby, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

This Fort Bragg hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Fort Bragg hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 12.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 12.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf on 26 Feb 2025 start from AU$153.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Yep, Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

The closest beach to Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is Glass Beach (3.4 km).

What makes Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf.

Is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and on-site mini golf, it's no surprise that Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

No, Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

MeLissÅ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a good location, not my favorite stay because the heating didn’t work and if you were there during the day you could hear what sounded like elephants on the roof, we stayed on the second floor, no one was supposed to be above us. The tub was the best part.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

katrina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Golfing not free if you book with hotels.com
The staff was very helpful and kind. Genuinely friendly. The room was clean and they provided additional items as needed. I thought that putt putt golf was included in the stay, but was advised that since we booked through Hotels.com and not through the hotel directly that we would have to pay for golf. I wasn’t expecting that. That was a bummer. It’s kind of why I selected this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Quiet place. Everything we expected for our weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Nino Jay, Roseville

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delighted
I was very pleased by my experience. My room was up to date with decor and furnishings, the towels were fluffy, the shower was hot with plenty of water pressure, the bedding was pristine and comfortable, and everything was very clean. I would be delighted to come back anytime.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property that needs to be better maintained and updated. The staff is friendly and helpful. It lacks amenities and the walls are quite thin. It's not a bad property but it not the quality of the experience l want when traveling. The town of Ft. Bragg doesn't offer much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
OK. Accommodation was fine, but breakfast options were limited in the area, so we drove 15mins down the road to Mendocino.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurora C.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heydy, Keyes

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the property late at night and rang the doorbell. A friendly staff member helped us out quickly and we got our room keys in less than 5 minutes. The room is old school, but who cares, we were just going to sleep there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy, Murphys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front-desk person at check-in and check-out was professional, helpful, and polite. The room was quiet, clean, well appointed, and comfortable. My stay at the Emerald Dolphin Inn was an exceptionally good experience. I give my Thanks to the staff and management of this inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

michelle

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was no dining on the property. The bedding was clean as was the bathroom. Carpets were a little shabby. The motel was fine but a little expensive for what you get. I was in the area on business so I did not use the miniature golf, which might be a perk for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

People at the front desk were friendly, the area was quiet, room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great seaside stay
Beautiful location next to the pomo bluffs state park. Comfortable pleasant room. Very friendly staff. 90s decor. Also loved breakfast at a frame espresso across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property with a great price. Beds were super comfortable with plenty of pillows. Has a mini golf on the property but we didn’t play.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

starla, ogden

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nader

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful stay at Fort Bragg
We loved our stay and the area around it was nice for walking the dog. Also at the end of the road where hotel was we found a beautiful cliff area for walk and photos. I think you had a nice tub/shower combo which I liked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024