Tomales Bay Resort and Marina

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a marina and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Comfort Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV, books
Deluxe Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Outdoor pool
Basic Room 1 King Bed, Bay View (Pet Friendly) | Garden view
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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12938 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness, CA, 94937
  • Place, Tomales Bay
  • Place, Tomales Bay State Park
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Basic Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room 1 King Bed, Bay View (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Studio

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Single Room (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Elite Room, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible, Harbor View (Pet Friendly)

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Elite Studio Suite Mobility Accessible

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Elite Double Room

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Elite Single Room

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Inverness

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina places you 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Point Reyes National Seashore. This 35-room hotel has a marina, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 8 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Shell Beach - 10 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Heart's Desire Beach - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Limantour Beach - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Tomales Point Trailhead - 22 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Due West - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Farm - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bovine Bakery - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina

Beachfront hotel with a marina and a seasonal outdoor pool
Renovated in 2024, Tomales Bay Resort and Marina offers a marina, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Microwaves, coffee makers, and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Magnifying mirror
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • Built in 100
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 200.00 per stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 200.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April 01 to October 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Tomales Bay Marina Inverness
Tomales Bay Resort and Marina Hotel
Tomales Bay Resort and Marina Inverness
Tomales Bay Resort and Marina Hotel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

This hotel is located in Inverness, close to Tomales Bay State Park, Tomales Bay, and Point Reyes National Seashore. You'll also find Heart's Desire Beach and Shell Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina on Nov 12, 2025 start from $185.49, excluding 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.

Will I be able to park at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Tomales Bay Resort and Marina include a casino on the premises?

No, Tomales Bay Resort and Marina doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from April 01 until October 31.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a nature reserve with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Tomales Bay Resort and Marina have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Tomales Bay Resort and Marina doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Tomales Bay Resort and Marina allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina for a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night.

Does Tomales Bay Resort and Marina have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

The closest major airport to Tomales Bay Resort and Marina is Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County), which is about 28 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

Yes, every guestroom at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina comes with a deck with some featuring harbor or pool views.

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place, friendly staff, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relax City, super nice area, great food around the area. Will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mignon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was very pleasant! We were surprised at how much it offered for being in an area with few options for places to stay. It has multiple room options because it has multiple different buildings for it's rooms. It's not cookie cutter. We got one of their dog friendly rooms and it was great. Very well appointed, plenty of room, partially updated. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay for one night. Nicely located to Tomales Bay, Point Reyes and the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffery

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

Great View, rough sleep.

The room and view was great, however I would recommend getting an upstairs room or a single story room as the noise upstairs kept us up until 12:45am on our first night. It would also be nie if all of the rooms in the building we stayed in had a small table and chairs to use to sit outside and enjhoy the view. There was one table outside and the people in the rooom next to us insisted it was their table and we were not allowed to use it. It would also be ice if there was an ironing board an iron available in the room. All in all our stay was pleasant and we will consider staying again if there is no one above us walking around loudly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean and cute. I love it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Glorious setting

A comfortable room in a cozy setting amidst a glorious setting and an extremely comfortable bed. What more could we ask?
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yelena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dated resort but, for one night it was okay for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We got a bay view room with a fireplace with duraflame logs provided. Shower was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Cute little inn on the water!

Beautiful area and the hotel was very conveniently located, right on the water! Our room was great and had a view of the bay. Room was very clean and had all the necessities! Bed was comfy, but could’ve had better pillows. Overall would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place So tranquil
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
Very hard beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025