Gaia Hotel & Spa Redding, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotels
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Ascend Collection
8.2 (817 reviews)
4125 Riverside Place , Anderson , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfy bed
Nice landscape and location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Dated room decor
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.78
Multiple mentions of dirty rooms and issues with cleanliness.
Service
9.25
Staff were friendly and attentive, going above and beyond for guest needs.
Location
8.79
Conveniently located with easy access to highway and quiet surroundings.
Room Quality
7.74
Varied sentiments; some enjoyed their stay while others found rooms dated.
Amenities
8.27
Good amenities on-site including a restaurant, though some did not meet expectations.
Value for Money
8.23
Decent overall for the price, though some found issues worth mentioning.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Mixed reviews on food quality; some enjoyed it while others found it underwhelming.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall positive experience with some notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:45

Property Description

Scenic Riverside Location
Located off Interstate 5, Gaia Hotel in Anderson, CA offers a picturesque setting adjacent to the Sacramento River. Explore nearby attractions like Shasta Outlets and Mt. Shasta Ski Park, or venture into the City of Redding for more entertainment options.

Eco-Friendly Amenities and Relaxation
Experience beautiful landscaping and eco-friendly amenities at Gaia Hotel. Unwind in the outdoor heated pool, stay active in the fitness center, and enjoy complimentary high-speed Internet access. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site WOODSIDEgrill restaurant and bar.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each guest room is equipped with modern comforts including a flat-screen TV, cozy bedding, and essential amenities. Upgrade to a room with a microwave and sofa sleeper for added convenience during your stay.

Book your stay at Gaia Hotel for a relaxing and enjoyable experience amidst stunning natural surroundings.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: RDD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 817 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.78
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
J
John • couple • us
10
Perfect place to stop for the night ! Loved it !
Pros:

Beautiful and super friendly staff ! Restaurant was great !

Cons:

Broken ice machine but was able to go to pod B.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
C
Chrissy • couple • us
9
Pros:

The grounds are beautiful and we loved the view of the river. Pond and Koi fish are fabulous! The waitress was super friendly at the restaurant. We had a burger and fish tacos. Both were delicious! Free coffee in lobby was good.
The rooms were spacious, clean and had comfortable beds. The rooms are a bit worn and furniture could use update.

Cons:

Had to get someone to turn on fire pits, which one did not work. Lots of cigarettes in the pits. Sitting by fire pit is one of our favorites so we were bummed.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
G
Green • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Peaceful

Cons:

Clean

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
D
David • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

The Restaurant

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
K
Klare • couple • us
10
Nice grounds
Pros:

Beautiful grounds, comfortable beds, in very safe neighborhood

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
B
Balaji • couple • us
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • couple • us
4
Wouldn't stay there again.
Pros:

The room was basic but clean.

Cons:

I guess the property is under renovation and the bungalows and their grounds by the river looked nice but we were in the pod section of the hotel and it was really not in good shape or well-maintained. The room was very stripped down. Very few outlets for plugging in electronics. Only one small garbage can. No laundry bag - had to find a room attendent and ask for one, all she had available was a small trash can bag. No freezer section in the frig - or anywhere on the property due to renovations going on. They did offer a free basic breakfast at the on-site restaurant which was nice. Staff at the front desk was not helpful when asked for off-site restaurant recommendations in the area. She said she lives in Redding so didn't kow about local options. The pool and hot tub were o.k., however there were no pool towels anywhere. Very disappointed in the facility, reception staff, and grounds - expected more since it is a "spa" hotel. Location is right off of I-5 and that's what we had a view of from our outside little patio. Not pleasant. Too high priced for condition of the hotel and grounds.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
D
Danette • couple • se
10
Nice grounds. Will stay again.
Pros:

The water around the hotel was beautiful. They had a nice restaurant on site.

Cons:

The room did not include a breakfast.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
T
Todd • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
J
jean • couple • us
8
Nice
Pros:

Convenient

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • solo_traveller • us
7
Overpriced for the accommodations. Restaurant was saving grace.
Pros:

Proximity

Cons:

Walkways were dirty and pool area untidy. Website showed heated pool but water was cold. Pool furniture was dirty. Carpeting in room was stained.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
S
Svetlana • couple • us
7
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
J
John • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Setting

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
F
Fadi • family_with_children • ae
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
M
Maria • extended_group • us
9
old but clean hotel convenient for visiting Lassen
Pros:

safe, clean hotel, no homeless people nearby, 1hr drive to Lassen, 1.5hr to Shasta area. Hotel is old but clean. I liked the pond with bright flowers/picnic tables and fireplace on the property to have a dinner picnic after an outdoor day. Attached restaurant has good food but pricey, convenient to get there after checking in, long drive; no cappuccino/espresso for breakfast. Gaia is 15min drive to cute coffee places like Heritage and Theory coffee, I recommend dinner steak at Cattlemens.

Cons:

facility is 20yr old but clean. No USB power charger in the room so bring your own power outlet to charge your phone.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
A
Anne • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
A
anne • extended_group • us
8
Comfortable one night stay.
Pros:

Location to Highway. Beautiful gardens. Comfortable beds.

Cons:

Converted motel and the outdoor hallways were dated and dirty.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
N
Nomi • family_with_children • ca
4
Pros:

Easy access to i5

Cons:

The door to our room was broken and wouldn’t close properly

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Rae • solo_traveller • us
7
Comfortable room, and very quiet
Pros:

The room was very quiet and comfortable overall. Shower pressure was good, and a ton of space inside the room, even with a desk and large armoire. I was only here to sleep.

Cons:

Didn't expect stairs, so will request the ground floor next time.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Terri • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

We like Gaia and have stayed a number of times on our road trips through western states. The restaurant has yummy food and the staff is friendly. We love that they are dog friendly and it's a nice dog walk to the river. This last stay, they appeared to be changing the landscape, so the outdoor spaces were pretty torn up. I'm sure it will return to 10/10 once things settle down again.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee