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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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Front of property - evening/night
Mini-golf
Beach nearby
Exterior detail
Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets) | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player
The Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf offers a fun getaway with its mini golf course and arcade. Enjoy in-room WiFi, relax by the lobby fireplace, or explore on rental bikes. The helpful staff and convenient location earn positive reviews.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
Beach

Near the beach

This hotel offers a beach nearby. Take a relaxing stroll on the sandy beach. An on-site activity you may enjoy during your visit is mini golf. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include scuba diving and fishing.

Beach
Beach
What guests liked about the beach

The beach is within walking distance, making it a convenient and lovely getaway.

Room options

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Sep 22 - Sep 23
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Sep 23 - Sep 24
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (No Pets)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Fort Bragg, Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf is near the beach. Sea Glass Museum and Triangle Tattoo Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Skunk Train and Point Cabrillo Lighthouse. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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1211 S. Main St., Fort Bragg, CA, 95437

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 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noyo Fish Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sea Pal - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf

Family-friendly hotel near Glass Beach
Consider a stay at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf and take advantage of mini golf, an arcade/game room, and a fireplace in the lobby. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 12.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Emerald Dolphin Inn Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Inn
Emerald Dolphin Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin
Emerald Dolphin Hotel Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Motel
Emerald Dolphin Inn
Emerald Dolphin & Mini Golf
Emerald Dolphin Inn Mini Golf
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Fort Bragg
Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Hotel Fort Bragg

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf located?

This family-friendly Fort Bragg hotel is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pomo Bluffs Park, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, and Noyo Harbor. Sea Glass Museum and C.V. Starr Community Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Emerald Dolphin Inn & Mini Golf Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1014 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
East access parking lot, close to the down town area. Clean rooms, very friendly staff. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms, & great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and quick to respond as soon as I made the reservation, room was big and clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jenny

Disliked: Cleanliness
Parking was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here. Room was clean and spacious. Very dog friendly. They had a dog bowl and sheets just for the pups. Mini golf is also very close and fun. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

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

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Staff & service
X
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful cozy and comfortable room, our stay was great the room was immaculate and very clean, which made our stay comfortable. I would definitely be coming back and making it our go to hotel in the área!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

VIJAYANISH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very pleasant stay, quiet and at the same time very near to the highway to get around wherever we wanted to go
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice and clean!! Easy check in, nice field to walk the dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always enjoy our stay at the Emerald Dolphin. Rooms are very clean staff is polite and friendly, love the Mini Golf too! We’ll be back for sure 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Comfortable beds/pillows. No A/C in our room - they provided 2 fans
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fairly clean. Neighborhood was a bit sketchy looking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this location for about six years now, it is a part of my trip whenever I go up north or south the lost coast…very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kitty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with the rooms and cleanliness. Breakfast much improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Emerald Dolphin was excellent. The gentleman at check in was very professional and pleasant. He checked me in right away. My room was very good and quiet. Every thing was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked that it was a quick drive to anywhere we wanted to go. We didn't like that we didn't get a free round of mini golf. Also many things close early in Fort Bragg, including mini golf. We were on vacation and wanted to stay up late.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"Ideally located near the harbor and Overlook Walk, with park benches and scenic ocean views."
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, clean room but outdated. Dogs were a bit hot since there was no AC but they at least had a standing fan in the room. Liked how the motel allowed dogs. Fair value for cost of room thus can’t really complain. Wish I had go to take advantage of the mini golf/arcade they had there. Didn’t get to check if dogs were allowed there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had our 6mo old baby and 11yr old dog with us and everyone was comfortable and taken care of. They even left a couple treats for our fur babe 🙂 Staff is friendly and will grab any extras you may need. We enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are large and the beds comfortable. It was pretty basic, but that was okay for what we needed. No laundry or food on site, but close by. You can walk to one beach viewpoint
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Julian

Disliked: Staff & service
A bit run down compared to the other motels we’ve been on on the PCH. Not the usual cheerful optimistic receptionist. Plus there were
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025