Dawn Ranch
16467 CA-116, Guerneville, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Dawn Ranch is a 3.5-star independent hotel located in Guerneville, California, on the Russian River. The property sits a three-minute walk from Russian River and eight minutes on foot from Johnson's Beach, with Armstrong Redwoods State Park just 2.5 miles away and Pee Wee Golf and Arcade 0.8 miles distant. The nearby area offers access to numerous wineries, hiking trails, and outdoor recreation.
The 49 guestrooms feature memory foam beds dressed in Frette Italian linens and down comforters. Each room includes a minibar with complimentary items, rainfall showerheads in the bathroom, designer toiletries, and free wireless internet. The hotel maintains four suites among its total room inventory. Guests have consistently rated the rooms highly for comfort.
Dining is available at The Lodge at Dawn Ranch restaurant, which serves hotel guests, along with a bar and lounge for evening beverages. Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM for an additional fee. Beyond dining, the property provides onsite spa services including massages, body treatments, and facials. Recreational amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool and steam room. The hotel features complimentary bicycles, hiking and biking trails on the grounds, a firepit, garden, and a walkway to the water. Wedding services, concierge assistance, and tours of local attractions and wineries are available. Free parking and WiFi are included.
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The hotel is smoke-free and service animals are welcome. Sonoma County Airport is 12 miles away, while Sacramento International Airport is 77 miles from the property.
Location & nearby attractions
Russian River - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Johnson's Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Pee Wee Golf and Arcade - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Northwood Golf Club - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Korbel Winery - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Porter-Bass Vineyard - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Monte Rio Public Beach - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Rio Theatre - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Rubicon Adventures - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Monte Rio Redwoods Trailhead - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Hartford Family Winery - 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Sonoma Zipline Adventures - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi
Russian River Vineyard - 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Porter Creek Vineyards - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 25.8 km / 16.1 mi
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 139.6 km / 86.8 mi
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 139.3 km / 86.6 mi
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Sacramento International Airport (77 miles), Oakland International Airport (69 miles), Sonoma County Airport (12 miles), San Francisco International Airport (70 miles)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Onsite parking, free of charge.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed.
- Pet Friendly Rooms There is a limited number of guest rooms that are pet friendly. Please contact the property when attempting to book a pet-friendly room. A limited number of pet friendly cabins are available. Pet Policy: Advance permission for a dog is required and is granted for a limited number of specific cabins based upon availability at an extra charge of $150 per stay. One dog under 45 lbs per reservation. Other animal pets are not permitted. Pets found in non-pet friendly cabins will incur a minimum charge of $500. ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) service animals are exempt from our pet policy. Non-ADA service/support animals are subject to the pet policy. In keeping with California law, owners of a service/support animal will be asked if it is an ADA service animal and what tasks the service animal is trained to perform.
Fees & policies
- Administrative fee: $1 per accommodation, per night
- Resort fee: 11.6 percent of room rate
- Concierge service
- Fitness/yoga classes
- Housekeeping
- In-room bottled water
- In-room coffee
- Lending library access
- Pool access
- Spa access
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $9 to 30 per person
Know before you go
- The seasonal pool will be open from May to October.
- Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dawn Ranch?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Dawn Ranch located?
Dawn Ranch is located at 16467 CA-116, Guerneville, CA, US.
What attractions are near Dawn Ranch?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Russian River - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Johnson's Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Pee Wee Golf and Arcade - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi Northwood Golf Club - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi Korbel Winery - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi Porter-Bass Vineyard - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi Monte Rio Public Beach - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi Rio Theatre - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi Rubicon Adventures - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi Monte Rio Redwoods Trailhead - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi Hartford Family Winery - 12.3 km / 7.6 mi Sonoma Zipline Adventures - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi Russian River Vineyard - 13.9 km / 8.6 mi Porter Creek Vineyards - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi The nearest airports are: Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 25.8 km / 16.1 mi Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 139.6 km / 86.8 mi San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 139.3 km / 86.6 mi
Does Dawn Ranch offer parking?
Onsite parking, free of charge.
How do I get to Dawn Ranch?
Sacramento International Airport (77 miles), Oakland International Airport (69 miles), Sonoma County Airport (12 miles), San Francisco International Airport (70 miles) Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Dawn Ranch?
Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Lodge at Dawn Ranch serving guests of Dawn Ranch. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
What amenities does Dawn Ranch offer?
Dawn Ranch features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Free Wi-Fi, Free Parking.
What are the rooms like at Dawn Ranch?
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms featuring minibars (stocked with some free items). Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Is Dawn Ranch pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at Dawn Ranch.
What fees should I know about at Dawn Ranch?
Administrative fee: $1 per accommodation, per night. Resort fee: 11.6 percent of room rate. Concierge service. Fitness/yoga classes. Housekeeping. In-room bottled water. In-room coffee. Lending library access. Pool access. Spa access. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $9 to 30 per person.
What should I know before staying at Dawn Ranch?
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October. Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.