Coastal bluff hideaway
Teak rocking chairs circle outdoor fire pits across seven coastal bluff acres overlooking the foggy tides of Bodega Bay.
“What started decades ago as a modest motor lodge has been steadily upgraded into the elegant, rustic-luxe property it is today.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Complimentary afternoon Sonoma wine receptions, evening s'mores by the firepits, and in-room wood-burning fireplaces.
Notable
Infinity-edge hot tub overlooking the bay, dry sauna, and coastal treatments using Cabernet grape seeds and seashells.
Notable
Sonoma coastal bluff setting with trail access through heron wetlands and hyper-local seafood paired with regional wines.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
US Readers' Choice Awards
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
The Lodge at Bodega Bay hits that mark, too. Note the sustainably sourced seafood menu at Drakes Sonoma Coast Kitchen…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The Bird Walk Coastal Access Trail loops right from the grounds through tidal wetlands, leading to two miles of Doran Beach.
The rooms
Wood-burning fireplaces and private balconies overlooking the water anchor the rooms, fitted with hardwood floors and granite bathrooms.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Lined with white chaise lounges, the heated outdoor pool looks across the grassy hillside toward the wetlands.
The whirlpool and gym
Cardio machines sit under exposed timber trusses in the gym, and an outdoor infinity whirlpool looks across the coastal grasslands.
Bar
Drakes Fireside Lounge
Vintage oars hang behind the wood-paneled bar, where guests sip Sonoma wines by a stone fireplace or out on the sunset patio.
How it began
Originally a modest roadside motor lodge, the property was steadily reimagined into a coastal hideaway rooted in its rugged bluff setting.
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Silver
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Bronze
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Listed
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The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.