Joshua Grindle Inn
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Joshua Grindle Inn

Bed and breakfast
44800 Little Lake Rd, Mendocino, California, 95460, United States
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Highlights
Free parking
Excellent service
Sparkling clean
Ideal location
Lots to do
Amenities
ParkingFree
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Front desk (limited hours)
English
Water purifier
Picnic area
Garden
Smoking area
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Property Description
With a stay at Joshua Grindle Inn in Mendocino, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Mendocino Headlands State Park and Mendocino Art Center. This bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Big River and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Agate Beach.
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9.6/10
Amazing
Cleanliness9.6
Amenities9.6
Location9.6
Service9.6
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Mendocino Garden Shop
(280m)
Landmarks: Gallery One
(380m)
Landmarks: Lansing Street Gallery
(390m)
Landmarks: Mendocino Presbyterian Church
(440m)
Landmarks: Kelley House Museum
(460m)
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Services & Amenities

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Comfort Triple Room
3

Comfort Triple Room

1 single bed and 1 king bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Electric fan
Towels
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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

1 king bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Electric fan
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Romantic Double Room, Fireplace, Garden View
2

Romantic Double Room, Fireplace, Garden View

1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Electric fan
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Comfort Triple Room With Park View
5

Comfort Triple Room With Park View

1 single bed and 1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Electric fan
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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace
3

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

1 king bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Electric fan
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Romantic Double Room, Fireplace
2

Romantic Double Room, Fireplace

1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Electric fan
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9.6/10
Amazing
61 reviews
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  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Amenities9.6
  • Location9.6
  • Service9.6
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AI Summary
The staff provides excellent, friendly service. The accommodation is conveniently located with updated amenities. Guests enjoy a delicious continental breakfast and praise the comfortable, clean rooms.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 29, 2025
Beautiful property, comfortable rooms, beds, and pillows. Very friendly and accommodating hosts! The breakfast in the morning is yummy (including home made scones!) It’s walking distance from all the best places in town and you can see the ocean. There’s even a friendly cat!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 18, 2025
Very clean and a great breakfast! When I checked in I was treated with warmth and hospitality. The area is beautiful and there is a ton of dinning options in the town. I had a great time on this beautiful property.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 15, 2025
Joshua Grindle Inn is the perfect place to be to experience everything the Mendocino area has to offer. A 3 minute walk from Joshua Grindle Inn brings you to the heart of beautiful, historic Mendocino. Joshua Grindle Inn is located on a knoll overlooking town and the Pacific Ocean. Ken & Kate Taylor, the Owners/Innkeepers couldn’t possible be nicer or more welcoming! From a warm welcome when we arrived, to making/baking a wonderful homemade breakfast buffet each morning (including homemade granola, homemade banana bread, homemade scones, fresh fruit, yogurt, and coffee & tea), Ken, Kate, & team do it right! (Coffee & teas are available in the Parlor 24 hours/day). Ken & Kate were fabulous resources to us in making daily decisions about what we’d like to do. A winery with a breathtaking oceanfront view of the Pacific Ocean? No problem! Ken & Kate are friendly with the owners and will steer you right. The best restaurants, shops, etc. in town? K & K know them all well, and were a huge help to us each day of our stay. The Inn: Built in 1879 by Mendocino Banker Joshua Grindle, it became the first Bed and Breakfast Inn in Mendocino in 1978. Rooms are in 3 unique buildings: - The historic main house - The Cypress Cottages, and - The Water Tower (We’ve stayed in all 3 buildings, and each is unique and wonderful in its own way)! When considering a trip to the Mendocino area, book Joshua Grindle Inn first and rest easy - then sort out the rest of your trip!
M‍a‍r‍k‍ ‍S
July 6, 2025
The experience and inn is just fantastic! Great setting and Grindles are just right in everything they do from breakfast to rooms to firepit! Meadowview was quiet and great with deck and chairs to enjoy the surroundings. Steps into village and all the wonderful amenities!
C‍a‍r‍i‍ ‍B
July 6, 2025
We always have a wonderful time at this quaint and friendly inn. The owners are friendly and helpful, the property is majestic and the rooms are cozy and comfy. The town of Mendocino is a special place with delicious restaurants and cute shops within walking distance of the inn.
E‍v‍e‍l‍y‍n‍ ‍v
May 24, 2025
We stayed in the Grindle room. It was quiet and spacious. The beds were very comfortable! Breakfast exceeded my expectations...warm scones, gluten free banana bread which was a very welcome surprise given that I'm GF, fruit, house made granola, and yogurt, and yummy coffee and teas. I really appreciated being able to walk easily in to the heart of Mendocino and stroll around the shops. Easy check in and out. Altogether a very nice experience!
S‍u‍s‍a‍n‍ ‍L
June 26, 2025
Such a beautiful Bed and Breakfast. We had the Library Room, which was very comfortable and conveniently located for my mobility issues. The surroundings are lush and soothing. Breakfast (scones!!!) was delicious. Location couldn't be better: right in the middle of town.
p‍n‍p‍o‍n‍t‍h‍e‍r‍o‍a‍d
June 21, 2025
The Grindle continues to be a delightful stay in beautiful Mendocino. In keepers Ken and Kate carry in the tradition well, scones for breakfast are their signature on that tradition. A short walk to shops and restaurants, as well as the gorgeous headlands is the traveler’s delight. You can of course drive from here to the many scenic and educational sites, even take a Redwood outrigger canoe up Big River. Don’t miss dining at Luna, Beaujolais or Trillium.

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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–18:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]11:00–18:00

Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service Animals
Service animals are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the Hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 1879
  • Number of Rooms: 10
With a stay at Joshua Grindle Inn in Mendocino, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Mendocino Headlands State Park and Mendocino Art Center. This bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Big River and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Agate Beach.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

Featured amenities include microwave in a common area, refrigerator in a common area, and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water and portable fans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Joshua Grindle Inn?

The cancellation policy for Joshua Grindle Inn varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Joshua Grindle Inn?

Standard check-in time at Joshua Grindle Inn is 15:00-18:00 and check-out time is 11:00.

Can I bring my pet inside the Joshua Grindle Inn?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Joshua Grindle Inn.

About This Property

Hotel Star Rating3