The Best Hotels and Inns to Book Near Redwood National Park

From the deep spa tubs to the glass of wine waiting for you after a long day exploring, this hotel offers comfort in spades. The lemon yellow Victorian House sits close to Humboldt Bay in Old Town Eureka. Choose from quaint queen rooms with shuttered windows and open fireplaces; a dog-friendly cottage decorated with local art; and grand suites. California’s giant redwood forests are under an hour’s drive north along the coast.

Location is everything here; this historic inn is positioned on an estuary where the Klamath River meets the ocean. It has been a valued part of the sleepy village of Requa (pronounced Rek-wah) for over 100 years. Each room is different: claw-foot bathtubs and bamboo floors in some, antiques and river views in others. Start the day with a giant stack of maple syrup-drizzled pancakes, washed down with hot coffee, before setting off on a hiking or kayaking adventure among the redwoods.

A former holiday bolthole for Sir Winston Churchill and Ronald Reagan, this green Tudor-style property (open since 1922) has gained a seal of approval on both sides of the pond. Rooms are decked out in traditional style – think wood paneling and Chesterfield armchairs. Perks include an outdoor pool and a daily hot breakfast. Take a leisurely hour-long coastal drive north, past Big Lagoon, to Redwood National Park. The quaint shops and eateries in Old Town Eureka are close by.

This quaint, family-run inn sits on the edge of redwood country in Crescent City. Staff are warm and friendly, plus the decor is charmingly old-fashioned. Rooms range from standard doubles to the fireplace king suite, plus there’s a three-bed queen suite for groups or families. The hotel is wheelchair accessible, has a laundry and a delicious hot breakfast is included.

Pets and their owners are welcomed with open arms at Anchor Beach Inn, a good value hotel just 45 minutes from Redwood National Park. After a day hiking through centuries-old trees, enjoy a soak in the hot tub followed by dinner at nearby Marlo’s Restaurant, one of the best Italian restaurants in Crescent City. The friendly staff here have curated a local guide to help plan days out and restaurant bookings.

Best Western Plus Northwoods Inn is positioned right on the gorgeous northern California coastline in Crescent City with expansive views of the Pacific Ocean. Many guests use the inn as a launchpad for whale-watching, fishing and surfing adventures. Rooms come equipped with microwaves and fridges, and suites have huge bathrooms. Enjoy your grab-and-go breakfast each morning and finish the day with a dip in the heated indoor pool. If you’re in the market for a ritzy night out, Elk Valley Casino is a six-minute drive.