Black Sands Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Shelter Cove with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Travel cot
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
59 Surf Point, Shelter Cove, CA, 95589

What's nearby

  • Mal Coombs Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shelter Cove Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abalone Point - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Black Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Avenue of the Giants - 54 min drive - 47.2 km

Getting around

  • Eureka, CA (ACV-Arcata - Eureka) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mi Mochima - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Delgada Pizza and Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Fish Tank - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vern's Fairway Mini Mart - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cove Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Black Sands Inn

Property highlights
Black Sands Inn provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All guest rooms at Black Sands Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and shampoo

Languages

English

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Black Sands Inn Hotel
Black Sands Inn Shelter Cove
Black Sands Inn Hotel Shelter Cove

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Sands Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Black Sands Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Sands Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Black Sands Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Sands Inn located?

Situated in Shelter Cove, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mal Coombs Park and Shelter Cove Marina. Abalone Point and Black Sands Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Black Sands Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 202 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location, rooms are facing beach, clean and comfortable room, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farhat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and helpful staff! Many years to come for Black Sands Inn!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery! Room is nice and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The self check in was nice and fast! Recommend going to this inn. It was cozy and perfect for 2 couples.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous studio, would have liked an outside space, but easy enough to pop down the stairs to the ocean from patio!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view and beautiful rooms. We had such a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

JANET

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Looks newly renovated. We hade a 1-Bedroom apartment with a fireplace and a huge bathroom. It was very nice. The kitchen was convenient because there are not many restaurant options nearby...my biggest complaint. There is a breakfast/lunch place right next door, though. Beautiful surroundings and right at the shore...heard the ocean waves crashing in the night. The sea lions were resting on the rocks about 200-300 ft away, too. This hotel is self check-in but there is 24hr phone # to reach someone, if necessary.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful. Beautiful veiws of the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply magical! Waking up to the ocean steps away from our door was all we dreamed and more! The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The 10 am checkout was too early for us, but we’re definitely coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisheva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great accommodations!

The location is amazing and the staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious, clean and well appointed. The bed was very comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Shelter Cove!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay but needs moreparking
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had all my questions answered quickly. This place is right on the ocean with awesome access to the rocky beach. Room modern and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly as in the photos or even better. Absolutely beautiful, would love to stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seyedeh Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quick stop but enjoyed it thoroughly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Black Sands was fantastic! Clean rooms and a Ocean view with access to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and rooms! Very clean and enjoyed using the hot tubs. Good restaurants near by also.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a remote check in hotel, owner was responsive and answered any questions in seconds via text. Great place to stay right on the shore
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024