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Whale Watch Inn by the Sea

35100 S. Highway 1, Gualala, CA 95445
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Whale Watch Inn by the Sea
Ranked #2 of 6 Gualala B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
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woodstock, ga
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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I had very high expectations from reviews I had read and was extremely disappointed. The location was very good for the hotel but from there, it went downhill. The landscaping was beautiful but from walking in the front door you got the feeling time forgot this place. It is bubble gum pink and looks straight out of the early 80's.... More

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Davis, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

The husband and I went here for a well needed weekend away. We stayed in the Sea Bounty room and loved it. We spent hours sitting on the window seat just staring at the ocean, reading, and playing games. In the evening, we just stared into the fire, feeling perfectly relaxed. The breakfast was delicious, and the staff was extremely... More

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London, England
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Whale Watch Inn isn't cheap, but the place is absolutely worth it if you are looking for a secluded place by the ocean with a great service and homely feel. We have spent two nights here and have loved the service, rooms, fireplace, jacuzzi, food... Definitely come here to relax and recuperate if your daily hectic life in the city... More

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Napa, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

We stayed in the Golden Voyager unit with full kitchen. Breathtaking views, unit was very clean, bed was very comfy. Peace and tranquility with no phones, radio or TV. Staff was very friendly and accommodated a late check out request. It was delightful to have breakfast delivered and the food was good. The Saturday wine/cheese reception was nice and we... More

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San Mateo, CA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

My wife spent three days in the Bath Suite at this inn. We loved the high ceilings, loft jacuzzi, great view, and amazing breakfast. We were lucky enough to watch a large group of otters playing in the water. We were fascinated by how fast they could jump through the water. The staff is very friendly, and helped out in... More

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Gualala, CA
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

When our daughter decided to get married at our small vacation cabin in Anchor Bay CA we searched reception locations all around the area. We were having a sit down dinner for 60. We ended up renting the whole Whale Watch Inn for the weekend. It was much more cost effective than housing our out-of-town guests all over town, finding... More

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Fremont, California
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2011
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My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights (in the Cliffside room). I booked it because from the pictures online it seemed to have the best view, and it did not disappoint!! From our deck we had the beautiful (though slightly obstructed because of trees) view of the ocean and beach private beach below. We got the view sunsets... More

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Charlottetown, PEI
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2011
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people found this review helpful

Stayed at the Whale Watch Inn for one night...wished it had been a little longer. Great staff, breathtaking views and a very tasty warm breakfast brought right to your room! The weather was amazing, so we were able to have breakfast on the balconey, which was wonderful. Though we didn't have time, the fireplace was ready to go when we... More

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San Jose, CA
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
2
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Dead bugs on windowsills, baseboards, and walls. Old, stained sheets. Furnishings shabby, pictures and decor in general looked like they had hung since the 1970's. Faded silk flowers, thin greyish towels. I wanted to leave but we were locked in 2 night minimum. Place gave me the willies. The Bay Window seat is wood covered by carpet -- no cushioning.... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011

Arriving at the Whale Watch Inn was the end of a long day of driving up from Monterrey (with another 4 days of driving ahead of us) and it was just what we needed. A friendly reception, although we were late arrivals. A fireplace in the room to offset the slightly cool and grey weather. A deck, surrounded by trees,... More

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35100 S. Highway 1, Gualala, CA 95445
Price range (per night):* INR10,082 - 16,803

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