Sonoma Coast Villa

“Our go to spot in Bodega”

I've stayed here over many years... sometimes solo, sometimes with my wife and pup. First and foremost this resort has the feel of an old school establishment in a European village. Very casual and quiet, a family run type of place. The rooms range from very large to cozy. The grounds are prefect f… more

I've stayed here over many years... sometimes solo, sometimes with my wife and pup. First and foremost this resort has the feel of an old school establishment in a European village. Very casual and quiet, a family run type of place. The rooms range from very large to cozy. The grounds are prefect for those with pups... the back lawn, a ball and a golden retriever. The drive to Bodega Bay is easy... the breakfast competent and fresh... there's a reason we stay here quite a bit.

less

“Last Room Available”

I spent a weekend at Sonoma Coast Villa, trying to get away from the city. Due to the weekend, this was the only place hotel that had a room available and I can’t be more grateful. The grounds are beautiful. The continental breakfast was fresh. The room was beautiful. They have a jacuzzi. At night… more

I spent a weekend at Sonoma Coast Villa, trying to get away from the city. Due to the weekend, this was the only place hotel that had a room available and I can’t be more grateful. The grounds are beautiful. The continental breakfast was fresh. The room was beautiful. They have a jacuzzi. At night a showing of The Birds was played with some marshmellows. I would definitely stay here again.

less

“Mixed Bag at a Dated Resort with Huge Suites”

I have to admit I'm rather mixed about this Sonoma resort hotel. The website photos made it look quite luxuriant, but the reality is that the place felt dated in a state of flux in relation to getaway poshness. When my husband and I decided to spend a weekend in Bodega Bay, this looked like it had … more

I have to admit I'm rather mixed about this Sonoma resort hotel. The website photos made it look quite luxuriant, but the reality is that the place felt dated in a state of flux in relation to getaway poshness. When my husband and I decided to spend a weekend in Bodega Bay, this looked like it had possibilities. We definitely liked receiving a complimentary glass of red wine upon check-in. On the upside, the room we reserved was huge with a fireplace and a sofa. Of course it should be nice for $450 a night (tax included). The Australian rain shower head was a plus in the huge shower stall, and the double sink vanity was set far apart. The cracks started to show with the TV where we discovered our selection menu was stuck on straight porn. Just our luck. It was obviously the preference of the previous room occupant. The staff was not able to rectify the situation but to no avail. Not even local channels were available, so we decided to refocus on the fireplace. Despite several attempts to spark a lasting flame, the logs just refused to ignite. We were left with the jacuzzi which was already overrun with unsupervised rambunctious children. That left us alone with our iPhones to watch videos reflecting our own proclivities. Gee, we could've done that at home. We did take advantage of the complimentary s'more kits but only after they were ransacked by the families occupying the other rooms. The breakfast buffet was a bit of a meh, and I'll just let my photo speak for itself. Other amenities included a pool. There was a play area in the back where a family was playing badminton in the late afternoon. It doubles as an outdoor movie theatre at night. In the lobby was a spiral staircase that led up to a game and reading room with a view. We were informed there was a recent change in ownership, and plans are underway for major renovations. And none too soon.

less