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400 Ocean Avenue, Ferndale, CA 95536, United States of America

#4 of 7 hotels in Ferndale

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 43 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: January 16, 2024

    8.0
    Charming Hotel, Good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    It would have been nice if the rooms had a fridge, microwave and coffee maker , but they did have a common room which had all these appliances which the guests were able to use. Also the tv's in the room were tiny. Staying here was more for the novelty than for comfort. No elevator so we left our heavy suitcases in the car and just brought up a change of clothes and toiletries in small overnight bag.

    The location is good, the staff was friendly and the room was clean. My 11 yr old granddaughter got a kick out of it. She had never stayed in an historical building before. It was a fun experience for her. Overall it's a beautiful hotel and the rooms are nicely decorated.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    10
    Very pleasant, great location and wonderful service!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A lot of stairs to rooms. We did fine but people need to be aware!

    Lovely place and people!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price point seems a bit high and the coffee pods available in the room weren't very good.

    The hotel was beautiful! Nice spacious room. Wonderful linens. More than enough pillows and towels. The grab and go breakfast was nice, and the coffee served with it was fabulous! Wonderful location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful Historic Inn located on quiet Main Street, walking distance to all shops and cafes. Excellent food and service in the Dining Room. Clean, spacious rooms with cozy game room featuring tea and coffee bar. Wonderful visit!❤️

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The staff was exceptional and it was a wonderful, historic place to stay. We loved it.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    10
    Thank you for your old-fashioned hospitality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Only that we could not stay longer!

    It's small-town Americana at the Victorian Inn in Ferndale. Innkeepers Lowell and Jenny were exceptional hosts, and made us feel very welcome and at home. The rooms were larger than expected for an old hotel. Our room was upstairs, and there was a nice sitting room on the 2nd floor with a lounge area, games, and a Kerig coffee maker. A grab-and-go breakfast was available in the morning (a great option for those on the go) but they welcomed us to stay and eat in the restaurant/bar.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    10
    A sweet little town with lots of beautiful old houses to look at. This hotel is perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Gorgeous old building.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2023

    9.0
    My wife and daughter had a room at the Victorian Inn as they had read bad thing about the Shaw House. I stayed at the Sh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely rooms, helpful staff. Owner was delightful.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    I would just recommend calling the hotel to make sure the restaurant/bar is open if you were planning on using either of the two. No fault of their own, they are not able to stay open seven days a week (at this time). There is no in room fridge, but there is a fridge in the common area that we were able to use that is very easily accessible.

    My husband and i stayed here on our road trip during the crazy, rainy weather that we had in March. Our experience was as good as it could be, under the circumstances. Every person we encountered was so genuine and friendly. The restaurant and bar were not opened, much to my chagrin. Our room was very pretty, and the hotel itself was lovely in general. Due to the rain, our exploration of the town was minimal, but I was so impressed with the owners, particularly Jenny, of this unique hotel. Due to the weather conditions, the little town was suffering and had to go into survival mode. After all the Covid mess, they had to endure yet another setback. But how they handled it was so heartening. Jenny explained that they rally together and decide which three restaurants are going to stay open on a particular day. That night, it was Mexican food, pizza and a little place called the Boardroom. We had just had the former two, so opted for the wild card. Wow, we were so pleased! Food was excellent, prices were fantastic and atmosphere was lively and festive. Just what we needed! For breakfast, they had a grab and go bag that you picked up in the bar area of the hotel (it was actually quite yummy!). They had coffee brewing to to take to go as well! Before we left, I got to spend a little time in town going to a few of the shops. Everyone was so nice to deal with, and I found several things I had hoped to find. My husband went for a hike while I was shopping, and shared how beautiful it was and will definitely do a bike ride next time. I can't wait to go back here to this sweet little town of Ferndale and to stay at the Victorian Inn when the weather is more welcoming!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2023

    8.0
    Great if you like historical places.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Getting too old for stairs.

    Beautiful historic hotel.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2022

    8.0
    Wish it was more romantic and cozy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No place to lounge around during the day. Heat didn’t work the first night. No elevator….2 miles of stairs to 2nd floor. Glad I stayed there but stairs issue will keep us from going back.

    Fun staying in a vintage room.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs! And price

    Location

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    1) There is a fire station in the town. They had two-three alarms during the night. The siren was VERY loud.

    1) The location. Ferndale is a rare gem. We are so glad that we found it. 2) The historical building. 3) The restaurant on the property is great. The service was slow, but the food was very good. 4) The price is reasonable.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2022

    10
    we recommend the stay and dinner! ir is an amazing flare & flavor!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    we needed the exercise so not having an elevator was no big deal it came with the era of the hotel. 😁

    Ambiance, people, food at VI’s was fabulous and the complimentary breakfast that Lowell & Jenny offered at the Victorian Inn was not only healthy but delicious, the quaint town, felt very safe as we walked about this friendly town. We had a really great stay! Thank you!!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nicely kept up classic Victorian hotel.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room and hotel very quaint. Comfortable and quiet.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too expensive for smaller room. Restaurant and bar close too early. Breakfast was disappointing (croissant, paleo bar, yogurt, coffee).

    Nice Victorian decor, great location.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2021

    9.0
    Amazing Victorian Inn
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs. With no elevator and bad knees. Some of the food in the restaurant was over cooked but the service was amazing!!

    The setting and the staff was wonderful!!

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2021

    9.0
    Great Inn! Great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    This was a great Inn right on Main Street and close to everything. The staff was very friendly and had some great reccomendations.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Victoria and such a classic, beautiful adorned hotel. They have a great restaurant and the food is always so good. The Victorian town is always fun to drive around.

    Stayed in May 2021

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    7.0
    Beautiful building in quaint town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The "grab and go" breakfast box was a bit antaclimatic in a hotel with such character. The cold croissant (defrosted but kept in the fridge) served in a plastic box with plastic silverware were not what we would expect. Also the coffee/tea were served in paper cups. We had our breakfast in the restaurant area the first day and it felt awkward to eat from a box. We had breakfast in the common room after that, and we were able to warm up the croissant in a microwave. Still a disappointing featurethat could so easily be improved.

    Lovely building in the quaint town of Ferndale. Nice size room with a large bathroom. Spotty internet in the room but the common area had the router and we were able to work our devices there.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The tv was tiny.

    The originality.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2023

    7.0
    It's a beautiful historic property, you better be in excellent shape to climb the stairs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    There is no elevator and the stairway to the 2nd floor is steep and endless. For that reason I wouldn't stay there again.

    The breakfast was a grab and go box. It was very good. There is a restaurant on the property; we had dinner and it was very nice. The property is an authentic Victorian Mansion and beautiful.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2022

    1.0
    Won’t come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pretty much everything

    No breakfast

    Stayed in September 2022

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