Bodega Bay, California
A refined retreat where the Pacific meets Sonoma's rugged shore — where every morning begins with salt air and the hush of receding tide.
1962
Est. Year
0.2
Miles to Beach
24
Guest Rooms
"The most enchanting stretch of Sonoma coast you'll ever call home for a night."
— Pacific Guest Magazine
Accommodations
Every room is a sanctuary of calm — thoughtfully appointed with natural materials, deep thread-count linens, and views that invite you to linger.
Wake to the sound of waves. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Pacific, and a private balcony is yours for morning coffee or evening wine.
A generous suite with a separate sitting area, gas fireplace, and a curated collection of local art — designed for those who savor space.
A standalone cottage nestled among coastal sage and native grasses. Private entrance, heated patio, and total privacy — your own little dunes retreat.
The Experience
Bodega Bay has long drawn wanderers — artists, naturalists, and those who know that the best stories begin where the land surrenders to the sea. We've built our doors open to exactly that spirit.
Seals, sea lions, and migratory birds — the bay is a living classroom just steps from your door.
World-class vineyards an hour south — Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet await your palate.
Rugged coastal bluffs and ancient forest paths — some of the most dramatic shoreline hiking in California.
Dining
Our morning breakfast is an event in itself — locally sourced eggs, Sonoma County bread, and coffee poured slowly. In the evenings, our hearth-side lounge serves handcrafted cocktails and small plates inspired by the bay's bounty.
We partner with nearby fishermen and farms so every bite carries the unmistakable character of the North Coast — unpretentious, deeply local, and quietly memorable.
Served 7–10 AM daily in the sunlit dining room
Cocktails & small plates, 5–9 PM, open nightly
Guest Voices
"We came for a long weekend and left feeling like we'd discovered a secret. The room overlooked the water, the breakfast was extraordinary, and the silence at night was the kind you only find on the edge of the continent."
M. Torres
San Francisco
"The Garden Cottage was pure magic — we fell asleep to the sound of waves and woke to fog rolling over the dunes. The staff remembered our names and our coffee order by the second day. That's the kind of place this is."
J. Whitfield
Portland, Oregon
"My partner and I have stayed at dozens of coastal inns along the Northern California coast. Bodega Dunes is the one we keep coming back to. It feels like a home that was built for exactly this purpose — to slow you down."
S. Nakamura
Sacramento
Location
Bodega Bay sits on the Sonoma coast, roughly 60 miles north of San Francisco via Highway 1. From the north, take Highway 128 south through Penngrove and continue on the scenic coastal route.
Address
Salmon Creek, Bodega Bay, CA 95450
Phone
(707) 875-3483
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 3:00 PM · Check-out: 11:00 AM
Complimentary parking is available for all guests. Electric vehicle charging stations are located in the main lot.
Reservations
Whether you're planning a quiet weekend escape, a creative retreat, or a celebration among the dunes, we'd love to help you begin.
Call Us
(707) 875-3483
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Salmon Creek, Bodega Bay, CA 95450
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