This place is adorable… great for a short getaway.

We recently stayed for three nights at the Surf Lodge in Stinson Beach, splitting our family between Suite #2 (with the kitchenette) and Room #3, and had a wonderful stay. The office staff were incredibly welcoming, and the property has a peaceful, quiet atmosphere. The cabins are charming, with beautiful private courtyards that feel like your own little retreat. Highlights: * Beach towels, chairs, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off sand. * Exceptionally comfortable mattresses. * Blackout shades (bottom-up shades would provide even more daytime privacy). * The communal dining table and fire pit. * Suite #2’s kitchenette was perfect for our family’s food allergies, with a two-burner cooktop, microwave, mini fridge, Nespresso machine, cookware, dishes, and utensils. * Great-tasting drinking water from the kitchen faucet. Although there is no A/C, the windows and ceiling fan kept the room comfortable. Suggestions: * Add a serving tray, melamine dishes, an electric tea kettle, and kitchen scissors. * Increase storage. There were only four hangers, no drawers, and much of the closet was used for supplies. * Add wall hooks near the entry. * A filtered water and ice station would be appreciated for guests without kitchenettes. Helpful items to bring: * Paper towels, Ziplock bags, disinfecting wipes, butter/oil, and extra spices (salt and pepper are provided). * A white-noise fan, as the cottages are on the main road next to the fire department. * Wetsuits

The hotel was great! Beds were comfortable and the room was excellent. It was like staying in our a little house and not really like a hotel which we greatly appreciated. Close walk to the beach.

Room was incredible, comfortable and the aesthetic is very cool. Loved the fire pit as well. Wish I could have stayed longer, will definitely be back!