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Bodega Bay travel guide

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With a population of 1 077, Bodega Bay is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bodega Bay to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Bodega Bay

If you’re looking for affordable options, Terrapin Creek Cafe & Restaurant (1580 Eastshore Rd) and Drakes Sonoma Coast (103 Coast Highway One) are great picks.

When to visit Bodega Bay

Bodega Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bodega Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bodega Bay

Plane

Although Bodega Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 99 km from Bodega Bay. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bodega Bay departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Bodega Bay is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 82 km from Bodega Bay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Bodega Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 99 km from Bodega Bay. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bodega Bay departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Bodega Bay is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 82 km from Bodega Bay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Bodega Bay

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SMFSacramento Intl

Airlines serving Bodega Bay

Lufthansa
Good (7,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,346 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,923 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,950 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,810 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,739 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (793 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,243 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,576 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,401 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,369 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,097 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,282 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,869 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,208 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bodega Bay

Most booked hotels in Bodega Bay

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The Lodge at Bodega Bay
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 785 reviews)
$387+
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The Inn at the Tides
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1620 reviews)
$254+
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Sonoma Coast Villa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 797 reviews)
$283+
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Bayside Cottage
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 105 reviews)
$258+
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Inn at Occidental
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 90 reviews)
$331+
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Bodega Bay Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 538 reviews)
$228+
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Renting a car in Bodega Bay

Expect to pay $3.44 per gallon in Bodega Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.34 and $55.12. The most frequently booked car type in Bodega Bay is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.44 per gallon in Bodega Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.34 and $55.12. The most frequently booked car type in Bodega Bay is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 5% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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