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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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Experience the hotel's modern architecture and tranquil garden setting.
Relax by the tranquil fountain surrounded by lush greenery and a beautiful water feature.
Escape to a serene oasis surrounded by lush greenery and a soothing waterfall.
Enjoy a serene beach experience with a clear view of the surrounding landscape reflected in the calm water.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sitting area, and separate bathroom featuring a bathtub and mirror.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437
  • Noyo Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Glass Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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

Classic hotel room with two single beds, a wardrobe, and a table with a lamp.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Cozy retreat with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed

Relax in this inviting room with a comfortable bed, desk, and TV.

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Traditional room with a large bed, wooden desk, and bathroom with sink and mirror.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Skunk Train - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Pudding Creek Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Glass Beach - 8 min drive - 4.2 km

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

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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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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 smoke detector, 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.

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. 588 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We have stayed at this facility many times in the last 15 years plus. Usually on a yearly basis. I do understand the lack of daily cleaning* and I am okay with that other than the fact I am paying for that service within the cost of the rental price. Until the latest owners I could go into the lobby and find an array of teas...not so much anymore. *Why are the house cleaning people leaving an envelope for me to put money in it when they don't show up until after I have left? I made up my bed every morning and nobody tipped me!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TONI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe quiet area with easy parking. We were only in the room to sleep - checking in late and leaving early.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, quiet, clean place, funky fun community. I would definitely stay here again. Staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Pauline

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
*Our room was not cleaned for three days...no trash dumping, clean towels, floor cleaning, etc. *There was no microwave in the room. *The toilet was set extremely low to the floor, making it difficult to use comfortably. *Advertised mini golf course was closed for our entire stay. False advertising! We will not be returning to this site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leanna, citrus heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Redding

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
3rd time here over past two years, always good, but no microwave in room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadim, Scotts Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
It was an okay stay. Its pretty out dated. I definitely wont go back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind front desk, beautiful spot, clean, and better than almost all motels I’ve stayed at… actually care about customers
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chidam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable distance from the bluffs, beautiful views of the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always second choice in Fort Bragg.

I never understand why all lodging stick third-party booking guests on upper levels and odd corners. If you don’t like their prices, don’t offer your establishment on these sites Don’t miss the ocean view at the park at the end of the road. It’s worth the short drive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge property is conveniently located close to the town, the rooms were clean and well priced. Would return here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelly, Lakewood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We booked this hotel because of the mini golf and game room. No where when booking did it say those items were not open during the week. We had sad kiddos when we found it they couldn’t use those amenities. The room was fine. Had a musty smell, but it wasn’t horrible. My husband said one of the bath towels had a small spot of what looked like blood on it. The room did appear clean other than that though. We would say it’s an average stay but at a very reasonable price so I guess you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very decent place, comfortable bed and clean room. The shower has a tub/sliding glass doors that’s kind of a pain but otherwise fine. At least 100 channels on the TV, everyone with commercials…like most of the other hotels. Location is good, safe parking, and a few blocks away a beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Gibbons

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place walking distance to an unbelievable ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and plenty of dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025