My partner and I wanted a quiet get a way for the weekend to celebrate both our birthdays, and that is what we found at the Packard House. After reviewing several websites regarding rooms in the Mendocino area, we were attracted to the website and the photos of the Packard House. While we like the rustic atmosphere of Mendocino, in our rooms we like quality and comfort, and that is what we found at the Packard House.

I had never stayed at a B&B, rather prefering to stay at nice comfortable hotels, so this was a first for me. I have to say, without reservation I will return to the Packard House many times in the future. They are adding on and will be offering some unique and enjoyable amenities.

Becky greeted us upon our arrival and was full of information on what to do and where we should eat at. We had already made reservation at several restaurants, but should have taken her advice as her choices might have been better than our searches that were done strickly on internet searches.

Each morning Steven prepared an outstanding breakfest in the dining room for my partner and I. He also provided very useful information about the area and offered up great conversation.

We stayed in the Pacific View room and we were very comfortable. Plenty of room, a nice view of the Ocean in the distance. While the weather was rainy and overcast, it was just what we wanted. We slept with the window open so we could hear the waves crashing on the rocks at the oceans edge.

I have nothing but positive comments about the Packard House. From the beautiful decor, art work, comfortable bed, great soaps, shampoos, tub, Bose CD player, candles, and outstanding breakfast each morning to the wonderful staff....all outstanding and all very much appreciated.

We look forward to our next stay at the Packard House.

My husband and I stayed at the Packard in Nov to celebrate our anniversary. The house is beautifully furnished and immaculate. The breakfast was truly delicious - the highlight of our Mendocino dining. Stayed in the Pacific room, which had a nice view of the ocean. Mendocino was beautiful. Good hiking and very relaxing. I would highly recommend this bed and breakfast.

This is everything your typical B&B is not -- modern, sophisticated, and fresh -- and it's all the better for it. We stayed in the Pacific View room, which was very nicely sized and outfitted with a small flat screen TV in the armoire, a large two-person soaking tub, separate shower, and a huge, plush king bed. The fireplace, though a nice touch, did not get any use, because a) the exhaust fan produced a bit too much noise and b) the room was warm enough without the fan. As some of the other reviewers have noted, the view of the Pacific is distant, but it is a view nonetheless.

The common areas of the Inn, which are very well kept, look like a Restoration Hardware catalog and include two separate sitting areas, one with a fireplace.

We thought about staying at an inn fronting the Pacific, but went with the Packard House because the quality of the rooms looked better, and just as importantly, the thought of staying at a place that required a drive anytime we wanted to eat or shop seemed rather silly. The Packard House is just a couple blocks from the restaurants, shops, and Mendocino Headlands park, it might be a better option for those looking for a bit more action. Nevertheless, those looking for more nature (read: stunning view) might want to look elsewhere.

We give this Inn four rather than five stars because we thought the quality of the breakfasts and wine hour was just not up to snuff. You have the option of taking a full breakfast downstairs at a communal table (which we had some reservations about) or a continental breakfast in your room. We ended up doing the full breakfast one day and the continental the other. Surprisingly, we found the continental to be a better breakfast than the full, though neither option wowed us, and seeing as this is a bed and BREAKFAST, one aspect of the experience was lacking. The wine hour, though serviceable, did not include anything more substantial than olives, crackers, wasabi peas. We have been to other inns of this quality that have more substantial offerings, like cheese and fruit.

Despite our incomplete satisfaction with the breakfasts, we would wholeheartedly recommend the Packard House for folks looking for a luxurious, modern inn in an old-fashioned town.

My girlfriend and I recently stayed at the Packard House to celebrate her birthday. The website was the main draw in booking this property and I can tell you we were not disappointed. Upon arrival, a chilled bottle of champagne was waiting in our room to celebrate her birthday. The attentiveness and effort of the staff was exceptional as they even booked last minute dinner reservations for us. The location of the property was perfectly situated in the village and we were able to walk everywhere. This was our first trip to Mendocino and we will be going back to the Packard House. Our stay was everything we wanted and more.