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Surf Motel and Gardens

2.5 star property
Motel in Fort Bragg with free breakfast

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The Surf Motel and Gardens offers a perfect coastal escape with a peaceful garden. Guests enjoy continental breakfast before heading to nearby shores or using the business center. The helpful staff and convenient location receive consistent praise.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Grand Suite With Two Queen Beds And One Sofabed Full Kitchen and Living Room | In-room dining

Grand Suite With Two Queen Beds And One Sofabed Full Kitchen and Living Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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King Whirlpool

King Whirlpool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1220 South Main Street, 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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sea Pal Cove - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Noyo Fish Company - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Surf Motel and Gardens

Motel near Glass Beach
Consider a stay at Surf Motel and Gardens and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a business centre are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine, barbecues and newspapers in the reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 54 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Motel and Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Surf Motel and Gardens?

As of 21 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Motel and Gardens on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$122.28, 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.

How much is parking at Surf Motel and Gardens?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Surf Motel and Gardens?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Surf Motel and Gardens?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Surf Motel and Gardens located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Pomo Bluffs Park and Noyo Harbor. Noyo Headlands Park and Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Surf Motel and Gardens Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1004 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a comfortable place to stayed for an express vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JaNa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Site is great. Ck went smooth and wonderful place for dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Geronimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Fort Bragg.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great . We were there as a group they let us play poker in the office lounge after hours . The rooms were clean and the motel is close to everything .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean. With refrigerator and microwave. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a pet friendly stay. Lots of room to walk your dogs around and the park is a huge plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean and an enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cute motel right off the highway. Don’t neglect the garden space in the parking lot, they did quite a good job. Almost considered staying again on my way back from the Redwoods up north, but plans took me a different route. Good motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly. Room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and surprisingly quiet. Comy bed. It seems great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ge

Great location and very friendly staffs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The grounds were nice, and so were the people!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

karambir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice rooms big rooms and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly property. Helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Amenities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it's always pleasant to stay here. beautiful flower gardens, quiet, simple but nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was way above what I was expecting for the area and price! Very quiet, very clean. Bed was very comfortable, and... my dog loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness
The gardens were nice to sit in when not in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet lover's place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaukat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only reason I have given 3 stars for "staff and service" is because, I wish, they smiled a little when we were checking-in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice gardens. Staff helpful and clean rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rod

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No blanket on Bed. Broken cabinet door. No fresh coffee, coffee on “warmer” was only mildly warm not hot. Staff unfriendly. and only toast and packaged muffins. No bagels, English muffins. Fox News blasting during breakfast. Don’t need politics with my meals!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ava was great at check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna

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