Mendocino travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mendocino

With a population of 894, Mendocino is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mendocino to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Mendocino

If you’re looking for affordable options, Raven's Restaurant - Stanford Inn by the Sea (44850 Comptche Ukiah Rd.) and MacCallum House (45020 Albion Street) are great picks.

When to visit Mendocino

Mendocino in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mendocino in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mendocino in June, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 62.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 7.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Mendocino, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Mendocino

Plane

Although Mendocino doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Rosa Sonoma County (STS), which is located 123 km from Mendocino. Airlines that fly from the United States to Mendocino include Alaska Airlines, Qantas Airways and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Mendocino departs from Burbank and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Mendocino.

Car

Another option to get to Mendocino is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 207 km from Mendocino. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Mendocino doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Santa Rosa Sonoma County (STS), which is located 123 km from Mendocino. Airlines that fly from the United States to Mendocino include Alaska Airlines, Qantas Airways and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Mendocino departs from Burbank and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Mendocino.

Car

Another option to get to Mendocino is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 207 km from Mendocino. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Fox, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Mendocino

Airlines serving Mendocino

Iberia
Good (1,564 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,605 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (964 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (989 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,794 reviews)
EL AL
Good (325 reviews)
Air Tahiti Nui
Excellent (44 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mendocino

Average rates range from around $315 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $526 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mendocino

Most booked hotels in Mendocino

Agate Cove Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 594 reviews)
$299+
Scp Mendocino Inn And Farm
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 123 reviews)
$247+
Seafoam Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9, 456 reviews)
$228+
Headlands Inn Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 534 reviews)
$207+
Heritage House Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 163 reviews)
$311+
Inns of Mendocino
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 147 reviews)
$278+

Renting a car in Mendocino

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Mendocino (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Mendocino (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.