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Fort Ross Lodge

20705 Highway 1, Jenner, CA 95450
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Fort Ross Lodge
Ranked #1 of 4 hotels in Jenner
4.0 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
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Zurich/Switzerland
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Our room at the Fort Ross Lodge was spacious and comfortable. We appreciated having a fridge & microwave in the room, but they need to be cleaned. The TV is old and there is no cell phone / internet service in the area, which we didn't mind though, it was a good opportunity to relax and read a book. All... More

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San Fransisco
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

I stayed for one night while visiting the Sonoma state beaches. The good: There were great big skylights in my room, which I loved. The manager was very friendly, as other people have noted, and I really appreciated the service. There was a very small fridge and microwave in the room along with a cutting board, cheese knife, and votive... More

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San Rafael, California
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

After a truly horrible experience at Jenner Inn , I wish I had booked my wifes birthday getaway here. I was hoodwinked by a very mis-leading web site. The next time we go away for a couple of days it will be at Fort Ross Lodge . The service is ALWAYS good here.

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Groveland, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I was traveling on President's Day Weekend and knew at the beginning of the trip I was going to have trouble finding somewhere to stay. Didn't worry me. Driving North on 1 I only saw No Vacancy signs and they I finally saw one that said Vacant. Didn't even pay attention to the name I just pulled in. I work... More

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Kailua, Hawaii
Top Contributor
67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

We have stayed at Fort Ross lodge a number of times over many years, but not since the new managers began their service there. Review of the tripadvisor reviews reveals that things have improved substantially during their tenure and we would agree. Realize that it is a challenge to maintain an older property with the degree of exposure to salt,... More

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Southaven, Mississippi
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I cannot say enough good things about this place. After a long day of driving on vacation the family and I were exhausted and desperate to find a place to stay in a rural area. We came across this place and decided to give it a shot. We were quotes a ridiculously cheap rate (around $75 for the night) and... More

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Seattle
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Most of the lodging options are expensive, so we weren't too sure about this place. but it was very nice! Plenty of room, huge bathroom (with a great supply of soaps), bar with sink, microwave and refrigerator (in the cabinet). They even supplied a votive candle and barbecue grill with charcoal. With no restaurants close by, I assume that keeps... More

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TinaRomeo, Manager at Fort Ross Lodge, responded to this review
21 November 2011

Thank you for the wonderful review. We are constantly trying to improve our hotel and really appreciate your review. Hope to see you at Fort Ross Lodge soon. More

Sacramento, CA
2 reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Another fabulous, fantastic, beautiful and relaxing stay at our favorite retreat. Not only was the weather wonderful, we had the welcoming reception we always receive by Jason and Laura, Fort Ross Lodge's Managers. The room was neat and clean, the grounds well maintained. The beauty of the lodge is that is not a Holiday Inn where all rooms are cookie... More

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TinaRomeo, Manager at Fort Ross Lodge, responded to this review
21 November 2011

Thank you for taking the time to write a review for our lodge. Looking forward to your return visit in March. More

illinois
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This place is great if you do NOT want to be connected. There is no cell phone service, no wifi and no restaurant on site. We rented the king room with a fireplace, grill and private hot tub on the patio. The room was rather sparse, but it did have a small fridge and a microwave. They did have satellite... More

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TinaRomeo, Manager at Fort Ross Lodge, responded to this review
21 November 2011

We are sorry to learn that you recently rated our lodge poorly, not because you were unhappy with your stay, but the were unhappy with the remoteness of it's location and area services. As you noticed on your travels to us, we are very remote and you are correct, there is currently NO cell service, (although we hear that they... More

Sacramento
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2011

The rooms were clean and the bed was very comfortable. There were some nice extras like a barbeque on the patio, a microwave and a refridgerator. The TV wasn't too good. It had Direct TV with too many infomercials. The outside was beautifully landscaped and there was a nice view of the ocean.

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TinaRomeo, Manager at Fort Ross Lodge, responded to this review
21 November 2011

Thank you for taking the time to write a TripAdvisor review for us. We greatly appreciate it, and look forward to having you visit us again in the near future. More

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Address: 20705 Highway 1, Jenner, CA 95450
Price range (per night):* INR4,481 - 9,802

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