Ferndale, CA

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Where to stay in Ferndale

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Ferndale Main Street Historic District

Unique features of Ferndale Main Street Historic District include the restaurants and historic sites. Make a stop by Victorian Inn or Golden Gate Mercantile while you're exploring the area.

Ferndale Main Street Historic District
Gingerbread Mansion Inn

Gingerbread Mansion Inn

4 out of 5
400 Berding St Ferndale CA
$254 nightly
The price is $285 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$285 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic B&B in Ferndale. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Golden Gate Mercantile and The Blacksmith ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (584 reviews)
The room was extremely cold when we arrived and the one small baseboard heater could not warm it up. Chairs and settees in the common rooms needed updated padding. They were uncomfortable. The front door needs cleaning on the inside.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Gingerbread Mansion Inn
Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

3.5 out of 5
400 Ocean Ave Ferndale CA
$210 nightly
The price is $235 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$235 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Ferndale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Victorian Inn and Golden Gate Mercantile are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (336 reviews)
They did a great job on the building renovation and keeping the original feel

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Victorian Inn
Ye Olde Danish Inn

Ye Olde Danish Inn

2.5 out of 5
132 ocean ave Ferndale CA
$152 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$171 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Ferndale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Victorian Inn and Golden Gate Mercantile are located ...
Ye Olde Danish Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ferndale's Sweet Retreat

Ferndale's Sweet Retreat

Ferndale CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ferndale. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ferndale Museum and The ...
10/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
Everything went well on a wonderful Christmas vacation. Fun place to stay!

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Ferndale's Sweet Retreat
Sophisticated getaway with indoor pool & walkable locale

Sophisticated getaway with indoor pool & walkable locale

Ferndale CA
Stay at this cottage in Ferndale. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions The Blacksmith Shop and Golden Gate Mercantile are ...
Sophisticated getaway with indoor pool & walkable locale
Miranda Gardens Resort

Miranda Gardens Resort

3 out of 5
6766 Avenue of the Giants Myers Flat CA
Stay at this cottage in Myers Flat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attraction Shrine Drive Thru Tree is located nearby.
Miranda Gardens Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ferndale

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 74%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 23%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Ferndale!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A slice of Heaven away from everyday life.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A fun relaxing Victorian town. Don't look for any chain restaurants: no Starbucks, McDonald's etc. It's a wonderful step back in time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Ferndale is a charming town with beautiful Victorian homes & old churches. There are cute shops & the people are friendly.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A beautiful and quaint old town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, picturesque town. My kids and wife loved it!

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