As much as I want it all to myself, I would reccomend a stay at this Inn to anyone - the property deserves all the business that comes thier way. The Innkeeper made well-rounded recomendations for my boyfriend and I (both first-timers in Mendocino) and provided lovely breakfasts for two tough customers. The room (Tower I) was clean and comfortable, the staff was great, and the location was perfect. I wouldn't bother paying extra for an Inn with a view - not when you're a 2 minute walk from the headlands!

We loved the inn - so relaxing. We had the Lupe's Suite in the little house down the hill from the main inn, but it was beautiful and quiet and had a great bathroom. We did run out of hot water one day but it wasn't the inn's fault - there was a problem with the water heater which was fixed within hours. The breakfasts were excellent, the innkeepers were so friendly and helpful, and the town is wonderful. The inn has great specials on its website off season - make sure you check before you book.

I usually find B&B's to be a mixed experience, often too precious to be comfortable, too self-conscious to be charming, but there was no mix here: it was all comfort and charm in a way that felt just right. Owners Charles and Cindy, and manager Lindsey, are hospitable and accommodating in every way, and our room (the entire inn) has so many touches that are meant to be genuine, not pretentious -- like the gas fireplace stove on a thermostat, the robes in the closet, the screen inserts for the windows, the long padded bench for luggage, the Adirondack chairs in the well-designed garden, the afternoon sherry and tea in the parlor, the fridge stocked with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks (and available for storing your own perishables). . . and the gorgeous wrap-around porch where the Grindle's fabulous breakfast can be enjoyed on a sunny morning (of which we had two out of two, lucky us!). I appreciated that the bed wasn't piled with gratuitous pillows -- we had just the right number (two per person) -- and that the mattress was perfectly comfy without being overly cushy. There was even a friendly cat willing to oblige if you missed your own feline.

My experience the first time was great, and this past weekend was just as good. Everything that you would need is provided and the rooms are totally cozy, plush, and clean.

The JGI creates an excellent retreat and a romantic getaway. The rooms are totally comfortable, very private, elegent, cozy and simple, yet almost luxurious. The service is fantastic when requested as they did their best to ensure a great experience.

There is no reason why I would look around to any other B&B in Mendocino. They nailed the expected experience!

We will be returning,
-Gregg and Maureen