Can I just live here?…read more Scotia Lodge went beyond our expectations by a mile, and then some. When we saw the price we thought, is this too good to be true? It's true! They have managed to blend the historic nature of this hotel with modern amenities perfectly (without feeling too boutique/hipster-y). Greeted with a free beverage upon arrival, we made our way to our room to find it clean and cozy, with ample outlets, reliable wifi, and a clawfoot tub. After four days on the road, a soak in that tub gave me life! There is a restaurant serving breakfast 8-12, dinner 5-9 (we got The Lumberjack waffle sandwich for breakfast. Not sure what I was expecting, but I wasn't expecting in-house recipe waffle mix stuffed to bursting with eggs, sausage and cheese. YUM!), and a bar downstairs that has very fair pricing. They also have soaking tubs for $25/hour with Epsom salts and other amenities (we didn't rent it but it sounds great). There is a local grocery store just across the street that has ready made hot/cold foods, beer and liquor, and anything else you may need. Located just north of the Humboldt Redwoods State Park, it's a perfect starting or ending point for your redwoods excursion. Every staff member we interacted with was kind, prompt, and informative. The grounds are beautiful, with a large picnic area to enjoy your morning cup at. This place gives Overlook Hotel vibes in the BEST way possible. Can't wait to come back! And to think we almost stayed at the Best Western for $10 cheaper... lol. Thank you, Scotia Lodge, I will be recommending you to anybody I know traveling through the area! We stayed one night, 6/25/26-6/26/26

I've had to think about how I want to go about this review... It all depends on what you are…read morelooking for in an overnight stay. This place is unique as it is a trip back in time and gives the feel of being there. Outside of a mini fridge and tv, there are few noticeable upgrades from back in the day. While a very cool place, and glad to have had the opportunity to stay here, it wasn't my cup of tea. It happened to be pretty warm during my stay and the rooms here don't have a/c. Even with the windows opened, I was never able to get the room cooled down. Adding a mini split to each room would be beneficial. Another reviewer had mentioned no hand rails in the tub/shower and that it seemed dangerous. While I'm not thinking it necessarily dangerous, it would be handy to have rails, especially for older folks. The bed was ok and the two pillows on the bed were pretty small and flat. Again, I was on a longer trip and looking for a bit more of an updated place. If you are looking for for a classic, vintage stay, this would be your place.

I just got done staying at two best western hotels. One in the UC Davis Sacramento area and one in…read moreRedding, California. The first one very very small and was alil outdated. It was in the middle of downtown. The second night the weather was bad so we stopped in Redding and stayed the night at a best western there. Much bigger room and was better updated, the hotel its self had an old feel to it and felt alil haunted. I really enjoy the breakfast at the best western hotels and these two hotels werent all that great. Ive spent many nights at your hotel in Fortuna and I got to say that your guys breakfast is the best by far. Your biscuits and gravy is my favorite, neither of the two hotels had either so please keep making them. Yes of course I would recommend staying there and I will keep staying there Thank you

We were welcomed with a goodie bag - two bottles water and cookies. Such a sweet and lovely treat=…read morehappy kids. - Hotel was nice. - close to the river - complimentary breakfast - parking was free - rooms were spacious - it was noisy and beds were not comfortable Overall it was decent experience. We were happy with the reasonable price.

Ye Olde Danish Inn is the perfect place to stay in Ferndale, especially if you're a girl traveling…read moresolo and want to enjoy some cozy time. The price is very reasonable (under $170) for a large (600 sq ft) private space decked out in feminine florals and Danish decor. The fireplace is only decorative, but the heater really works! The kind inn keepers are in the house next door, but other than them, I didn't see a soul - it's quiet and private. The main bed is only big enough to comfortably accommodate one person, but there is a pull-out bed hiding somewhere in the big living room. There's a private patio overlooking lovely woods and the beautiful town of Ferndale. Getting into town is easy, too - just a few minutes walk.

Sweetest hosts and adorable place close to Main Street. Will be staying here again if we return to…read moreFerndale.

A stay at this stunning and immaculate establishment was amongst the most memorable accommodation…read moreexperiences I've ever enjoyed. I cannot recommend this venue strongly enough. Besides being magnificently preserved and dutifully maintained, my room was so extraordinarily clean that I could literally have eaten off the floor. All the plumbing fixtures were diligently polished to perfection and the linens were crisp, fresh and stunningly beautiful. It was impossible to find an area with a trace of dust or dirt of any kind. Never have I been in a room so perfectly clean! I've had the privilege of enjoying some very upscale establishments over the years, but none of them have radiated the loving care and attention to detail that this epicly beautiful Victorian home possesses. Frankly, I believe the credit should be given to both Joey and Olivia for passionately and consistently treating this well preserved gem like the historic jewel that I truly feel it is. From the warm welcome, to the embracing vibration that is immediately apparent as you enter the premises, to the original furnishings and the delectable breakfast that Joey and Olivia will prepare for you each morning, I cannot give a stronger, more whole hearted recommendation for a stay at the Gingerbread Mansion Inn. If you want to escape the rat race and enjoy the perfect serenity of this story book town and this magnificently appointed home, then treat yourself to a stay here. Anywhere else will just not measure up!

My husband booked us 2 nights for my birthday weekend. He added the birthday celebration package…read morewhich included a strawberry shortcake. The cake was divine! The strawberries were bursting with flavor and the whipped cream appeared to be homemade. They included a lovely bouquet of roses with a vase we got to take home. The host was kind and attentive. Their home-cooked breakfast was delicious. We had a very memorable time and look forward to staying with them again.

Nice place for dinner. Not really my first, best choice, but really great for the attached bar's…read moreselection of local beers on tap and wine selection. They kinda put too much on our table all at the same time (at least 6 of us) and service was a little sketchy. The food was clean (I did not get sick, thank goodness) and it was ok. I'll be back (this is my 2nd time) and I know it will get better. Great parking. A little pricey for the service quality.

I was part of a large party, so that may have been an issue. Not enough waitstaff to accommodate…read moreall tables effectively. Chowder was so so. Bread was dry and burnt on top. I enjoyed the chicken marmalade, but there was a piece of cheese melted over the top. I think it was Swiss? After removing the cheese it was good. Ihad hoped for more mushroom wine sauce. It seemed lacking. No one was thrilled with their meal. All were served except one dish was missed and had to be prepared after the rest of us had their meals. Completely different inside from the last time I was there. There was live music in the bar.

What a lovely century-old masterpiece!! And the surroundings, right by the Eel River, are perfect…read more Conveniently right off the 101 freeway. Had to knock off a star because our room was so cold the first night: 64 degrees. Another couple complained about the low temp while we were at the front desk. The second night we were plenty warm enough, and they did give us another blanket on request. We did not try the restaurant, but definitely will on our next trip. I was in the bar briefly (we didn't have a corkscrew) and the staff ladies there were most accommodating. The hotel is 100 years old this year, and running some promotions to celebrate. Complimentary sherry in the room lasted both nights. Room deco was very nice. This hotel has personality, in the rooms, the hallways, and all areas inside and out. Fascinating antiques throughout. Would make a lovely place for a wedding and reception!!

We stayed there on July 1 with our family. The hotel is very old and poorly maintained. The carpets…read moreare dirty, and everything is dusty. The "historic" shouldn't mean it is dirty. The room has no convenient elements, like glasses for wine or a table to sit and have a coffee, but it has a lot of fluff, which just collects dust. The AC is tremendously old; it wasn't be able to actually cool down the room, but at the same time it was VERY noisy. We got a room with a river view - it is not worth it. Yes, you can see the forest somewhere there. The restaurant in the hotel is very bad - it is very pricy, but the service is bad, and the food wasn't good. We waited a long time to be seated, even though they had tables. We waited a lot for our menu, because they don't have enough copies. They were cooking our food for a whole hour and served food with a huge delay between dishes. The steak we ordered as medium was overcooked on the sides and too raw in the middle.

Cockroaches, dead bugs, dirty floors, refrigerator that sounds like a jet engine and layer and…read moresticky filth. Bathroom full of mold and disgusting shower head and finishes that are dangerously full of rust. The breakfast of disgusting with frozen food in some gross little fridge freezer. By far the worst breakfast you could ever have. After bringing things up to management they took no action.

We really wanted to like this "boutique " hotel. Ummm-not a boutique, more like a dorm room. From…read morethe crappy mattress (thin, crunchy, no box springs) on a cheap metal frame with thin blankets -barely a step above motel 6, to the rattling noisy heater, the place needs an infusion of decent furniture and heater repairs. There was a weird glowing orb in the corner(I think it held telephone cables) the wall needs painting, the shower head looked mineral coated, the towels were and the breakfast was some Otis Spunkmeyer muffin and some fruit. I can barely give this place a star after a sleepless backache of a night.

We had a short, sweet stay here for a graduation in June. The hotel staff helped me choose the…read moreperfect room for our family. The McBride suite was beautiful with high ceilings and lots of natural light. I also love all the details throughout the hallways, stairway and game room. We watched World Cup and had a great dinner in the bar area of the restaurant. Yummy fish tacos and friendly bartender! We would stay here again.

I wish I had the pleasure of actually staying in the hotel. But because of a slip up, I end up…read morestaying in an adjacent property. However, I did have the delightful pleasure of having cosmopolitans in the bar. The two bartender Sierra and Lillian were absolutely amazing and full of knowledge about the end and the town. I really enjoyed speaking with them. So if you get a chance, go to the Victoria Inn and ask for Lillian and Sierra in the bar.

Excellent selection for a hotel!…read more What we liked: -Secure parking lot. -Newly renovated rooms. -Comfy beds, very clean. -Excellent breakfast. -Nice pool areas, relaxing spaces. -Great TV / Channel selection. -Friendly staff Challenges: -Lots of stairs if upper level room. -One way roads on both sides. -Wonky light switches. Overall a great stay and will for sure be using this location again.

I was going to give this place a higher rating but I'm tired of being policed by "the management"…read more No you can't charge your EV, no you can't reheat your food. Do yourself a favor and stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton. For $300/night here, stay somewhere else. I complained that their gym equipment is busted (treadmill broken will not work on Incline. Wasn't fixed in 48 hours.) They will police over fixing actual issues. Should deserve zero stars but they invested in their spa.

We had some vehicle troubles and spent the night. The local garage (Tipple Motors) was outstanding…read more But a bonus to a less than planned experience was our stay at the Redwood Suites. Our suite was nicely appointed and very comfortable. It helped remedy a potentially stressful situation. What a nice place to be laying over for vehicle repair. The whole town is very friendly and accommodating. Thanks.

We stayed in the motel-like accommodation 1BR in April 2021. This is within walking distance to the…read moreadorable downtown Ferndale. We chose the motel-like accommodation as we felt it would be safer to not share common areas during the pandemic. Newly remodeled, and clean. Free breakfast 1/2 block away at their Inn. Easy to drive right up and almost into the room! Great accessibility. Make sure you walk all of downtown Ferndale and a quick 5 minute drive through pasture land to the beach.