About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Shorelight Inn in Benicia offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, and balconies. Each room includes a bath, hairdryer, coffee machine, refrigerator, work desk, seating area, free toiletries, microwave, TV, sofa, and wardrobe. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the terrace or enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. The lounge features an outdoor fireplace and outdoor seating area, providing a cozy atmosphere. Delicious Breakfast: A continental buffet breakfast with vegetarian options is served daily, including juice and fruits. The breakfast is highly praised by guests. Prime Location: Located 23 mi from Napa Valley Wine Train, 27 mi from University Of California Berkeley, and 30 mi from Lake Merritt. Nearby attractions include Paramount Theater and Oakland Museum of California.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet

  • FREE parking!


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Jen
United States United States
The location is perfect. Rooms are nicely decorated and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and the hostess very sweet! This was my second time in coming. really enjoy it!
Jordan
United States United States
My husband and I had never been to the town of Benicia, and it was lovely! This B&B had gorgeous views of the water from many rooms including the one we stayed in - the Pink Palace room. Only 6 rooms in this B&B, several rooms to hang out in -...
Diane
United States United States
Breakfast was very good and we loved the location. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Deborah
United States United States
Adorable little place right on the water. Loved it!
Myung
United States United States
Everything! Phenomenal staff, hotel, food, service, location, views, etc. So charming, warm, welcoming, and comfortable. Will definitely stay here again next time I am in town!
Carol
United States United States
Breakfast was great. The location is wonderful and the owners are friendly and helpful.
Scott
United States United States
The rooms were comfortable and well appointed, the staff was helpful and friendly in their welcome, and the entire location felt comfortable and homey. I didn't get an opportunity to visit the small bar and sitting room in the lobby this time...
George
United States United States
This is the best place to stay in Benicia if you want to park the car and walk around the beautiful downtown area with shops, restaurants, and live evening music. The staff was wonderful.
Danielle
United States United States
My first time in a B&B. It was great. Not weird, comfortable, cute bar area, complementary wine at check in. Very charming!
Curt
United States United States
Beautiful view from the room, gracious host, close to everything

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 66 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Opened in the Spring of 2012, the Shorelight Inn was completely renovated from its early 1900's beginnings. Formerly the Pink Palace Hotel and the Anderson's Hotel long ago, this beautiful 8,000 square foot building was relocated to its present location along the Carquinez Strait shoreline in 2003.

Neighborhood info

Located right on the Bay at the Carquinez Strait, our Inn is just half a block off of Benicia's main street which is filled with restaurants, independently owned shops and lots of small town charm.

Languages Spoken

English,Korean

Area info

Amenities of Shorelight Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

House rules

Shorelight Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please call Shorelight Inn directly 1 hour prior to your estimated arrival time so that someone can be present at check-in. You can call the phone number listed on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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