Tomales Bay Resort and Marina

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (41 reviews)
12938 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Inverness, California, 94937 , Inverness , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Front desk (limited hours)
Free self parking
No elevator (single level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle

Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities
Food options lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
The outside deck was covered in seagull poop, indicating cleanliness concerns.
Service
9.45
Staff were wonderful and accommodating, contributing to a positive experience.
Location
9.45
Excellent proximity to water and major attractions, ideal for a getaway.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms were well-appointed and comfortable but some amenities were lacking.
Amenities
6.95
Dated decor and limited amenities such as no available iron.
Value for Money
8.45
Overall acceptable but some guests felt misled about available facilities.
Food and Beverage
6.45
Guests expressed disappointment over the lack of breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.95
Despite some issues, many guests enjoyed their stay and plan to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:32

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Complimentary Wi-Fi

Convenient Amenities

Cozy Guestrooms with Wi-Fi

To book your stay, visit Tomales Bay Resort and Marina in Inverness today!

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to October 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 41 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 6.95
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 6.45
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Kimberly friends
10
Pros:

Great place to stay if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Joanne friends
10
Pros:

The proximity to the water was excellent. The room was well appointed with a comfortable leather couch. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bed linens were soft

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
4
Pros:

The word resort if misleading for 2025. Perhaps back in 1950 it was considered a resort for its time. Not only is the decor dated, so is the plumbing (low inefficient water pressure) as are the amenities. For example, when we asked for an iron, there was none available to us. Which was unfortunate considering you'd expect more from a "resort." The pillows were so flat and most of the windows did not open making the room warm and stuffy. The shampoo/conditioner could've been from the dollar tree for all I know. Which isn't why you visit but gives you an idea of the lack on forethought in providing a cozy experience. This is the 3rd time we've stayed here, each room unique and never as disappointing as this most recent time. Which is unfortunate because the staff are wonderful and accommodating. But it does not compare to the slapped on paint to make this place appear up to the times.

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
F
Frees partner
10
Pros:

Great getaway spot. If you are visiting Point Reyes National Seashore, this is the best option for lodging. It’s close to all the interest points in the park, good access to the water spots like kayaking or paddle boarding. Very quiet. Our room is right on the water. When looking out from the room, it’s almost if we are looking out of the balcony on a cruise.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
C
Charlene
10
Pros:

The accommodations were awesome! There are more options for 5 star resorts, but this one was AMAZING!!!! A quaint/modest room, but people are friendly, the view amazing, the outdoor accommodations great! Staff was wonderful, friendly and always willing to help. I would recommend any day of the week. We plan on going back!

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
W
wiliam partner
10
Pros:

Would like to have had a continental breakfast.

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
M
Margaret partner
6
Pros:

False advertising: No stove/oven. When we settled in we saw a note from mgt saying the stove/oven didn’t work. What?? We wouldn’t have paid that amount, nor stayed there if we had known that upon booking. There weren’t walkable places to eat and we were very disappointed to not be able to prepare the food we brought to cook.

2025-09-04 via Nuitee
R
Ralph
10
Relaxed stay at Tamales Bay
Pros:

Comfortable, relaxed stay. Facility updated nicely

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth family
8
Pros:

Good place, friendly staff, good location.

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
R
Ron
8
Pros:

The outside deck was covered in seagull poop.

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
J
Jeff partner
10
Pros:

Relax City, super nice area, great food around the area. Will be back again

2025-08-08 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan partner
8
Pros:

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!

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
A
Antoinette family
10
Pros:

It was a great place to stay for one night. Nicely located to Tomales Bay, Point Reyes and the surrounding area.

2025-08-03 via Nuitee
J
Jeffery
6
Great View, rough sleep.
Pros:

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.

2025-07-28 via Nuitee
C
Carolina
10
Pros:

Beautiful, clean and cute. I love it

2025-07-26 via Nuitee
M
Margaret
10
Glorious setting
Pros:

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

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
M
Matthew
10
Pros:

We stayed at

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
M
Michelle
8
Pros:

Dated resort but, for one night it was okay for our family.

2025-07-09 via Nuitee
R
Ryann
10
Pros:

We got a bay view room with a fireplace with duraflame logs provided. Shower was very nice.

2025-07-08 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Cute little inn on the water!
Pros:

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!

2025-07-06 via Nuitee