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Tomales Bay Resort and Marina

Property class: 2

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A wooden deck with chairs and a view of a body of water.
A modern house with a pool, a dock with boats, and a view of the water and hills.
A marina with various boats docked, a wooden pier, and a clear view of the water and distant hills.
A coastal property with a wooden pergola covered in pink flowers, palm trees, and a view of the sea.
A patio with a table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a view of a body of water and hills.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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12938 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness, CA, 94937
  • Place, Chicken Ranch Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomales Bay State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a door, and a small table with a lamp.

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

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

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a television, and a door leading to another room.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

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

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Design Studio

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp and flowers, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of the water and mountains.

Design Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Studio Suite

A cozy room with a bed, a fireplace, a wooden cabinet, and a dining area with chairs.

Junior Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Room 1 King Bed, Bay View

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Basic Room 1 King Bed, Bay View

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

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Room

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

View all photos for Classic Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Classic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small table.

Classic Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Studio

A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a window, and a door.

Classic Studio

  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A living room with leather furniture, large windows, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Suite

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds

A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a door, and a small table with a lamp.

Economy Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Elite Room, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible, Harbor View

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, with a view of boats and hills outside.

Elite Room, 1 Bedroom, Mobility Accessible, Harbor View

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

View all photos for Elite Studio Suite Mobility Accessible

A room with a large window, a black wood-burning stove, a bed with a floral bedspread, and a view of a dock and water.

Elite Studio Suite Mobility Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Elite Double Room

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a marina, a bed with a floral bedspread, and a chair by the window.

Elite Double Room

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

View all photos for Elite Single Room

A room with a large window, a black wood stove, and a view of a marina with boats and a bridge.

Elite Single Room

  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Cottage

A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a television, and a door leading to a balcony.

Family Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Inverness

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina places you 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Point Reyes National Seashore. This hotel has 35 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a marina, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Chicken Ranch Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tomales Bay State Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Point Reyes Lighthouse - 34 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 52 min drive - 34.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hog Island Oyster Farm - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Toby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Seafood Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Marshall Store - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Inverness Park Market - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina

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. Additional amenities 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. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Microwaves and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • 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
  • 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
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
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-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.
  • 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 within a short 4-minute walk of Chicken Ranch Beach. You'll also find Point Reyes National Seashore and Heart's Desire Beach within a short drive.

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

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina on Nov 9, 2026 start from $219, 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.

Is parking available on site at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station 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.

Is Tomales Bay Resort and Marina a good place to stay for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a restaurant and an outdoor pool with some guestrooms featuring a fireplace.

Are there hot tubs at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina ?

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 ?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Tomales Bay Resort and Marina .

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 359 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Tomales Bay Resort. We were lucky enough to get a room over looking the bay which was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great close to everything beaches, light house, great local dining, Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a short respite from the City.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay on the peaceful Tomales Bay! It was lovely to sit out overlooking the bay and relaxing by the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing resort – very clean and great value with beautiful views of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had a beautiful stay with our dog. Check in was smooth and efficient. The stay was lovely and clean. Plenty of parking as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, good view of the bay, and a comfortable bed. The location is great because it's close to beautiful hiking trails.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and very helpful. We really enjoyed the laid back vibes and the restaurant was delicious. We will definitely go back. Had a terrific experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Tomales Bay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The new restaurant and bar are fabulous! The food and drinks were wonderful. The bartender was great too! This is a great location because it’s close to Point Reyes national seashore, Point Reyes Station and also to Marshall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Front desk staff were so nice. Location is wonderful. Restaurant food is good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Had a bay front room - highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place to stay and quiet. It’s also near downtown where you can have lunch and dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with super nice staff. Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
A very basic hotel with huge price tag.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room, pretty view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Office Staff And Awesome new Restaurant Staff and Manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem in the Inverness area. All the staff were so friendly. The pool after a long day of hiking was an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, with spectacular views and good restaurant. Very helpful stagg!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026