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Black Sands Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Shelter Cove

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Premier Studio Suite | Living area
Exterior
Premier Studio | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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59 Surf Point, Shelter Cove, CA, 95589
  • Place, Mal Coombs Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shelter Cove Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Abalone Point
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

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

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Premier Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

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

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Premier Studio

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

About the neighborhood

Shelter Cove

Black Sands Inn places you next to Mal Coombs Park and within a 10-minute walk of Shelter Cove Marina. The 10 rooms at this hotel include conveniences like coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Mal Coombs Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Abalone Point - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Black Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Humboldt Redwoods State Park - 46 min drive - 34.5 miles

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • Surf Point Coffee + Bistro
  • ‪Delgado Pizza and Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Sands Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Tank - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Black Sands Inn

Hotel in Shelter Cove
At Black Sands Inn, guests have access to barbecue grills.
Relax with a rainfall shower. Coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 12 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Hot tub access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Black Sands Inn Hotel
Black Sands Inn Shelter Cove
Black Sands Inn Hotel Shelter Cove

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Black Sands Inn?

Black Sands Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Black Sands Inn?

This hotel in Shelter Cove is within a 10-minute walk of Shelter Cove Marina and Mal Coombs Park. You'll also find Black Sands Beach and Abalone Point within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Black Sands Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Black Sands Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Black Sands Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Black Sands Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Black Sands Inn?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a rainfall showerhead and a nature reserve.

Does Black Sands Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Black Sands Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Black Sands Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Black Sands Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Black Sands Inn for a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay.

Does Black Sands Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Black Sands Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Black Sands Inn.

Black Sands Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 285 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean with beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in room 2 on the ground level. The room was nice. Small and comfortable with good storage. Very clean and updated. Cute decor. Bathroom was nice size and shower was large and clean with a great handheld shower head. Check in and out was easy. Host was quick to respond to messages. The view from the room was AMAZING! This place is absolutely gorgeous. It takes a while to get there and the road is steep and curvy. But it’s so worth it. Listened to the waves from my bed all night and most of the morning. A pleasant wake up call from the seals barking in the early morning. I loved it. There is a small bar and coffeehouse close. The early 10am check out is my only complaint. I wasn’t ready to leave yet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Open views. Lots of room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved being ocean front and hearing the tumultuous sea crashing all night! Unbeatable views! The room was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little get away, very clean right on the ocean it was cool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views, convenient location, and practical layout of the units.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loved the view, comfy bed, and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for couples getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay here. Beautiful, bright apartment type room right on a breathtaking beach. The great cafe next door almost felt like part of the hotel. Can’t recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

arlene, Tualatin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is well maintained and we really enjoyed the ocean view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarahi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for fun and exciting this is not the area for that BUT if you're looking for peace and relaxation, there's no other place is rather be than Black Sands Inn. The quadruple room comes with a full-size kitchen so buy groceries before entering the area, we stopped in Willits( traveling from Bay Area), at a Safeway and got everything we needed for our stay. The property is excellent and would definitely return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jakuz Marx, Wallace

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

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

Nice place overall

It was a very nice inn and location, close to the ocean and a cafe, although it got cold and foggy sometimes. We wish they had a front desk person to immediately assist guests, especially with accessing the room upon arrival. Great place for people with pets. Our dog loved walking on the beach and we enjoyed watching the seals, birds and surfers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Peggy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice view of ocean from room. Had to call to get code to room. No one on site to help.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo Ann, Draper

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
When I reserved two nights in May of 2025 it was considerably less than when we stayed in August. In fact it was over 200 dollars more per night. Also we had to make several calls to be able to access our room. There is absolutely no one to assist with any issues you may have. Probably our last visit to shelter cove.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi

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

A piece of heaven

The drive from 101 to Shelter Cove is not for the faint of heart! The Black Sand inn was worth every bit of it! Right on the Ocean. The view is extremely beautiful. The sounds of the waves crashing on the rocks is hypnotic. Great living room and kitchen with everything you need. Bathroom and bedroom were excellent with great linens. If you want peace and relaxation this is the place! My first visit but not my last!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

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

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shelter cover is a hidden amazing destination. The road getting there is full of switch backs. We got there late, wish there had been water in the rooms as there wasn’t a real front desk and everything in the town was closed. Amazing sleepy little town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from our balcony!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like not getting code until after the 4 pm check in and I didn’t get the WiFi password until 4 hours after check in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The beds were very comfortable. If you come during the week, please keep in mind that the only food option is a pizza takeout place with no indoor seating. There are no gas stations or convenience stores to grab something more healthy. This property does not have any staff on site. You have to receive an email with your room number and code. We didn’t get either, and there is almost no cell reception once you get to the property to call staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing and the room was super open and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stopped here for one night during a long road trip. It was so lovely that we are now planning another trip to stay longer, just to relax and get away. The room was scrupulously clean and so well-appointed, including small details like dark towels for removing makeup and a selection of teas as well as coffee with a clean keurig machine. The bed was a wonderfully comfortable memory foam mattress with many pillows, including a body pillow. Unlike every other hotel/motel/inn we have stayed in over the last 10 days across Washington, Oregon and California, this Inn has provided multiple outlets including USB and USBc sockets by the bed which allowed us to charge our phones/kindles/smartwatches and still have an available outlet for the CPAP. We could hear the waves crashing on the beach from bed, and spent some time after waking trying to figure out how to restructure our trip to stay an extra night. We couldnt make that work, but we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

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

Great oceanfront spot

It was clean, easy to book, etc. The absence of regular staff for checking in, etc. was a little strange. All automated with mobile phone, SMS, coded door, locks, etc. It all worked well though. …And those views and the roar of the ocean… Oh my goodness!
Setting moon close to daybreak.
High moon b&w from the porch.
Another moon shot from the driveway.
And a sunset. It’s weird that I didn’t take any pictures of the inside, but I was just too enamored with it outside. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025