Black Sands Inn - Whitethorn

Oceanfront inn on the Lost Coast of California

Amenities

The Black Sands Inn offers a hot tub cleaned to 104°F and an outdoor fire pit with ample seating. The property includes a dog bag station for pet owners and provides contactless self-check-in with door codes. Guests can use the free Wi-Fi, though cell reception is absent in the area.

Rooms

Each unit at the Black Sands Inn has an ocean view, with some rooms featuring a terrace and a full kitchen. The beds use memory foam mattresses, and the rooms include an electric fireplace and a smart TV. Room 7, a spacious suite, offers a king bed, a living room, and a balcony overlooking the Pacific.

Location

Black Sands Inn Shelter Cove sits directly on a cliff above the Pacific, with tide pools and a beach steps away. The property is a 24-mile winding drive from Highway 101, and the Arcata-Eureka Airport is 166 km away. Guests can watch sea lions, whales, and deer from the outdoor chairs on the property.

Dining

Surf Point Cafe, a coffee shop with breakfast and lunch, is located 70 feet from the Black Sands Inn. The Gyppo Ale House and Mario's Marina Bar are within walking distance and serve dinner and drinks. Guests should note that dining options are limited and close early, so bringing snacks is recommended.

Pet-Friendly

The Black Sands Inn allows pets and provides a dog bag station near the entrance. The nearby beach is accessible for dogs to explore tide pools and rocks. The property has no on-site staff, so pet owners must handle check-in through the provided door code.

• Location: Cliffside on the Pacific Ocean, 24-mile winding drive from Highway 101
• Rooms: Memory foam beds, electric fireplaces, full kitchens in select units
• Amenities: Hot tub at 104°F, outdoor fire pit, free Wi-Fi
• Dining: Surf Point Cafe, Gyppo Ale House, Mario's Marina Bar nearby
• Wildlife: Sea lions, whales, deer visible from the property
• Pet-Friendly: Dog bag station, pet-friendly rooms, beach access