Fodor's Expert Review The Olema
10000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Olema, California, 94950, USA
Built in 1876, this rustic inn and restaurant—a sister property to Manka's Inverness Lodge—retains all its 19th-century architectural charm with the added flair of Margaret Gradé's eccentric details. Each room is uniquely decorated with hand-picked bed frames, vintage wardrobes, and other original furnishings, some straight from a Parisian flea market. The main attraction of The Olema is the top-notch cooking served at the on-site restaurant Sir and Star. Using ingredients sourced within a 15-mile radius (many from the farm across the street), the kitchen kicks out creative local dishes Wednesday–Sunday evenings.
PROS
- great restaurant
- magnificent scenery
- romantic foyer with a 7-foot-high fireplace
- in-room breakfast
CONS
- no elevator means carrying your luggage up the stairs
- amenities and bathrooms are basic
- service is hit and miss
HOTEL INFO
HOTEL DETAILS
Rate Includes: Restaurant closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch weekdays, Breakfast