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Dawn Ranch

3.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with steam room and spa services

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Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed
Property grounds
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$602
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr

Explore the area

Map
16467 CA-116, Guerneville, CA, 95446
  • Johnson's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Korbel Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Murphy's Cabin

Murphy's Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Down duvet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Tent

Basic Tent

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 19 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 20 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Guerneville

At Dawn Ranch you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Russian River and Johnson's Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, The Lodge at Dawn Ranch, is open for breakfast and dinner. The Lodge at Dawn Ranch is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the steam room and seasonal outdoor swimming pool as well as access to bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Guerneville hotel, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Armstrong Redwoods State Park.

What's nearby

  • Johnson's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pee Wee Golf and Arcade - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Northwood Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Korbel Winery - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa Station - 28 min drive
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Cattle Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Korbel Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boho Manor - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Dawn Ranch

Riverfront hotel with steam room and spa services
Dawn Ranch offers its guests a steam room and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Dawn Ranch. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Guerneville hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dawn Ranch offers 49 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Coffee/tea makers and minibars (stocked with some free items) are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • The Lodge at Dawn Ranch
  • The Lodge at Dawn Ranch

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (86 centimetre high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower (100 centimetre wide)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: 11.6 per cent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Pool access
  • Spa access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dawn Ranch Hotel
Dawn Ranch Guerneville
Dawn Ranch Hotel Guerneville
Dawn Ranch Guerneville Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dawn Ranch?

Dawn Ranch offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dawn Ranch?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dawn Ranch on 14 Apr 2025 start from NZ$537.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Dawn Ranch?

Yep, Dawn Ranch has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Dawn Ranch?

Yep, Dawn Ranch is a short 7-minute walk from Johnson's Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Dawn Ranch?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Dawn Ranch have a pool?

Dawn Ranch has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to October.

What makes Dawn Ranch a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dawn Ranch.

Is Dawn Ranch family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Dawn Ranch is a hit with families.

Does Dawn Ranch serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dawn Ranch?

No, Dawn Ranch does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dawn Ranch?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dawn Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dawn Ranch?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Dawn Ranch Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the restaurant was closed and our room was not on the actual property but across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Judy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Superb restaurant. Looking forward to many future stays.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing! So tranquil and beautiful. It was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anne, Palo Alto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were pleasantly surprised with our stay at the newly revamped Dawn Ranch. Went for a couples weekend and did the cottage, spa, dinner. Cozy fun vibes. Reduced stars for cottage being a little cold/drafty (that’s me), spa being a little intense about the rules, and restaurant as well. They had to turn away sooooo many ppl without reservations so def make them for dinner! Free wine tasting and excellent masseuse a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anait

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I find it a bit overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ha Yeon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and great property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and very well maintained! The cottage we stayed in was adorable and super clean! Only a 25 min drive along the Russian River to Goat Rock Beach! We’d definitely recommend staying here with a family and girl friends weekend! We enjoyed the atmosphere and gardens!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrei, San Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😀😀😀
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is meticulously maintained and has beautiful grounds. The staff is extremely helpful, and the spa is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staffan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravi K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall it’s a really nice place. Room was very comfortable. A bit on the pricey side.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and very peaceful. At the end of our stay they tried to charge an extra $135 for “resort fees” which was not indicated to me upon checkout. I asked what “resort fees entailed” and he said wifi and grounds keeping. In the end the fees were waved but not a very good experience upon checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
my son loves this tent and the view of ranch so many apple trees
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was a nice weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed. Has everything you could ever need. Best river retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxurious place to stay in guerneville. Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, updated and well appointed resort. Loved the glamping. Would stay again in a minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mostly great!
This property is beautiful, the pool is nice and it has so many great amenities. We loved being close to the river and taking advantage of the kayak rental. Overall it was a good experience. We were here over the 4th of July and it was very busy. The restaurant has EXCELLENT food, the people in the kitchen are doing great. The service staff and general organization at the restaurant seemed to struggle. We had dinner one night, sat at the bar and had to listen to the bartender complain the entire time. So that and the struggle very obviously felt by all of the service staff ruined what could have been a wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024