401 First Street, Benicia, CA 94510, United States of America
#5 of 5 hotels in Benicia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 124 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.6
Value for money
8.3
Free Wifi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 4, 2024
Colette
United States of AmericaBreakfast was very basic, coffee weak
Beautiful property, clean and nicely decorated not overdone with too much decor like some b and bs
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 29, 2024
John
United States of AmericaNeeds up keep outside some THC
Staff
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Smith
United States of AmericaHighly recommend you go out for breakfast. Enough said. Someone really should clean the downstairs restroom.
Historic building with quaint bedroom and view. Charming staff. Outstanding barman offering excellent cocktails and menu suggestions.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2024
Margaret
New ZealandAs it is older you can hear everything from the room next door. As there was a wedding that night there was music outside until 9p. But none of that detracts from the property.
Amazing location and staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 13, 2024
Mark
United States of AmericaThe breakfast could be improved. We did not want to eat any of the "sugar treats" provided. Our room was overlooking the back of the hotel - not the best view, to say the least.
Great location! Very comfortable bed, spacious room and bathroom. Clean. Loved the charm!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
Jim
United States of AmericaSmall space within which to work in getting breakfast. I feel that the toaster being near the front counter helped immensely, but also feel that utilizing a table in the dining room for coffee might improve flow. Morning staff needs to keep their phone conversations to a minimum, especially when discussing family matters. It’s one thing to use the phone to take a booking, another to discuss a relative or friend’s digestive system or issues with their extended care facility? Perhaps this promotes issues when an inquiry (about the need for napkins? Yogurt,? Milk? is awkward or takes time Noise from the street. I think the only answer for this might be triple glazed? windows when budget allows. Perhaps signs out front encouraging thoughtfulness, especially after 10 o’clock.
Friendliness & ‘workable solutions’ of management w/ staff: Arrived with one nights booking and was allowed to choose a room where air conditioner was not working for a second night at a discounted rate appx. $26 higher than where we had planned to stay in Martinez. Continental breakfast: find it hard to believe comments that disparage this aspect. There’s not much chance that Union MIGHT have let it’s game slip between when we stayed here, November ‘22 and this weekend. it was great both times. I believe instead that people are really hooked on the plasticity of what is offered by chains? Selection was creative, had variety, and most of all allowed us to go through till lunch without hunger. Charm and simplicity of furnishings while providing a comfortably firm bed. Especially appreciated chairs and a couch. Price: clearly still a stay-in-Benicia section. Rates were 1/3 less than all others.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Clive
AustraliaLiked everything
Quaint historic hotel in ideal location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 1, 2024
Flores
United States of AmericaThe water pressure could have been better & there was a whistle when the shower water was on.
The location was excellent. We were able to walk to dinner, stores, coffee shops & the pier.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Nierva
United States of AmericaThe signs and notices throughout the property (as well as the hotel's promotional brochure and the informational sheet given upon check-in) could use an update and would add to the historical charm.
Fantastic location and beautifully furnished rooms.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 17, 2024
Kevin
United States of AmericaWe were on a corner room so the noise from the street and bars was very loud.
Great location, very clean.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 12, 2024
Eleonora
United States of AmericaBecause this is old hotel, some things may not work perfectly. But if there is anything, it is really minor.
This is a very nice hotel in an excellent location on the main street, close to the bay. Rooms are nice size, clean, have old, antique furniture, and very pleasant. It has a nice restaurant.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Wanda
United States of AmericaShower didn't have much water pressure. There is no housekeeping during your stay but there is an envelope in the room for tipping housekeeping- I thought that was strange.
Location is great in the heart of "downtown" Benicia. Staff was friendly when you asked for additional items. It was quiet on the back side of the building. Great views.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 3, 2024
Jay
United States of AmericaCertain toiletries missing, but I learned I've could've called in well after-hours
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 29, 2023
Joseph
United States of AmericaShower was hazardous you could slip and fall easily
Location and view
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 14, 2023
Veronica
United States of AmericaN/A
The nostalgia of the environment was meaningful and met the expectations of my fiancé'
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 19, 2023
Lynette
United States of Americathe location was fine we were going for a wedding in Benicia.K
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 13, 2023
Patricia
United States of AmericaCan be noisy. No water pressure. Many times mo one is at front desk.
Beautiful Building. Intimate setting.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 8, 2023
Werly
United States of AmericaIt is a historic and charming property within walking distance shops and restaurants.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 1, 2023
Kimberly
United States of AmericaI left at 7:10am hoping to get a bit of breakfast. Lobby wasn’t open.
Good location. Quaint. Very comfy bed. The tub with jets was a nice addition.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 23, 2023
Jim
United States of Americalimited services for customers
location and history of the place
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 22, 2023
Victoria
United States of AmericaThe bed could have been a little more comfortable.
The location was wonderful, my room had a view of the water, and check-in and out were quick and painless. The bathroom was great. It had a big tub for two and was bright and sunny. The decor was all Victorian.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: November 21, 2022
William
United States of AmericaEverything was ok, it would have been nice to have one more set of towels
Didn't have access
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: November 6, 2022
Cindy
United States of AmericaGreat charm
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: August 18, 2022
Jay
United States of AmericaTelevision set was not working properly; otherwise, a very nice, quiet stay.
Stayed in June 2022
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