Smiley'S Saloon & Hotel - Bolinas

$$$$||View on mapBolinas, United States of America41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, California, United States of America, CA 94924|
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Smiley'S Saloon & Hotel - Bolinas
41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, California, United States of America, CA 94924·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.3
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.2
Lowest Rated
Staff7.9
Value for money7.7
Free WiFi7.5
Breakfast7.5
Who stays here
Couples47%
Families30%
Groups17%
Business3%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.3
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.2
Lowest Rated
Staff7.9
Value for money7.7
Free WiFi7.5
Breakfast7.5
Who stays here
Couples47%
Families30%
Groups17%
Business3%

Historic West Coast Saloon & Hotel Steps from Bolinas Beach

Dining & Bar

Smiley's Saloon & Hotel's on-site restaurant serves Mexican cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can order brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails on an outdoor patio with a ping pong table. The bar hosts happy hour and offers a selection of drinks in a historic saloon setting.

Entertainment & Activities

Live music and live sport events run nightly at the saloon, with weekend performances drawing guests from the area. Movie nights and a nightclub/DJ provide additional evening options, while table tennis is available on the patio. The hotel also offers hiking and cycling routes starting from the property.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms at Smiley's Schooner Saloon & Hotel Bolinas are housed in a historic building and come with private bathrooms, family rooms, and non-smoking options. The lo-fi experience means no TVs or phones in rooms, encouraging guests to unplug and enjoy the communal spaces. Earplugs are provided for light sleepers, and the rooms are cleaned daily by housekeeping.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The hotel welcomes dogs in all rooms and on the outdoor patio and picnic area, making it a pet-friendly destination. Kids' meals are available at the restaurant, and family rooms accommodate groups with children. A garden and sun terrace offer additional space for families to relax.

Location & Beach Access

Bolinas Beach is a 4-minute walk from Smiley's Saloon in Bolinas, providing easy access to the coast. The nearby town features shops, a bakery across the street, and a supermarket. San Francisco International Airport is 44 miles from the hotel, and the area offers hiking and cycling trails.

  • Dining: Mexican cuisine with vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free options
  • Entertainment: Live music, movie nights, table tennis, nightclub/DJ
  • Rooms: Lo-fi experience with no TV or phones, historic building
  • Pet Policy: Dogs welcome in rooms and on patio
  • Location: 4-minute walk to Bolinas Beach
  • Family: Kids' meals and family rooms available
  • Activities: Hiking and cycling from the property
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
from 06:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Family Double Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports activities

Table tennis

Hiking

Cycling

Canoeing

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Smiley'S Saloon & Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 260 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 42.6 mi
🧳 Nearest airport San Francisco International, SFO

Location

41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, California, United States of America, CA 94924
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41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, California, United States of America, CA 94924
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41 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, California, United States of America, CA 94924
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Reviews of Smiley'S Saloon & Hotel

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