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Make the Most of Your Little River Stay

A historic coastal retreat

Little River unfolds along California's rugged Mendocino Coast as a quiet hamlet where Victorian heritage meets dramatic Pacific scenery. The Little River Inn anchors the village, its 1853 structure serving as both historic landmark and full-service resort with a 9-hole golf course and ocean-view accommodations. Van Damme State Park protects an ecological marvel—the Pygmy Forest, where century-old cypress and pine trees stand only waist-high due to ancient, acidic soil. The park's fern-filled canyons and protected cove offer kayaking through sea caves and diving in clear waters.

Refined dining and natural exploration

The Little River Inn Restaurant serves upscale American-regional cuisine including Ole's Swedish Hot Cakes, a nearly 100-year-old recipe that remains a signature dish. The Heritage House Resort occupies dramatic cliffs to the south, its 1877 farmhouse gaining fame as the filming location for "Same Time, Next Year." With a population around 115, the village maintains an intimate atmosphere that has attracted visitors from James Dean to today's travelers seeking respite from urban intensity.

Accessing the Mendocino Coast

Located along Highway 1, Little River sits 5 minutes south of Mendocino and 30 minutes from Anderson Valley's wineries. Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa provides the nearest commercial service, approximately 2 hours away, making a rental car essential. The Mendocino Transit Authority's Route 75 connects coastal towns for those preferring not to drive.

Frequently Asked Questions about Little River

Can I book hotels in Little River with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Little River using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my Little River hotel on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. You'll find that some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card gives you access to additional miles and benefits including an annual statement credit of up to $200 to use on prepaid hotels or vacation rentals booked through Delta Cars and Stays. These offers are subject to specific terms. To explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays offers opportunities for SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars through hotel and vacation rental reservations completed using Delta Stays. We encourage you to visit the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to check for the latest MQDs offers and review their specific terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

Delta Stays provides hotel booking services to all customers. However, registering as a SkyMiles Member enhances your experience by allowing you to earn miles and access Member pricing and promotions. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and other fees). The best part is that SkyMiles is free to join. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive collection of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can browse through a variety of homes, condos, and unique lodging options powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in Little River?

You will find 10 hotels in Little River to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Heritage House Resort & Spa has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10, and features a private beach and an ocean-view restaurant. Another top-rated lodge is Seafoam Lodge and guests love its comfortable guestrooms. Little River Inn has a rating of 9.4 and this hotel has a full-service spa and an ocean-view restaurant.

What's a good time of year to visit Little River?

To experience Little River during great weather, consider a visit in September when temperatures are warmest and the skies are clearest with minimal fog. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during December or May when lodging rates drop significantly, though winter brings wetter conditions.

Which hotels in Little River are located near Van Damme State Park?

Van Damme State Park's Pygmy Forest features stunted trees on accessible boardwalks, while kayakers can explore sea caves along the rugged coast. Fern Canyon offers lush trails through coastal wilderness. Popular hotels include Heritage House Resort & Spa which is steps away. The Stanford Inn By The Sea Eco-Resort is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Little River are located closest to Van Damme Pygmy Forest Nature Preserve?

This rare pygmy forest features mature trees stunted to just a few feet tall by acidic soil. The accessible boardwalk lets you walk among these natural bonsai wonders. One popular hotel is Heritage House Resort & Spa which is a short drive away. Another top hotel is The Stanford Inn By The Sea Eco-Resort and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar