Stanford Inn By The Sea

Overview

• Brief description of the sauna/facility type

  • The Stanford Inn & Resort is a full-service, eco-minded coastal resort on the Mendocino Coast that includes wellness facilities as part of its resort amenities. The property offers a solarium-enclosed saltwater pool, hot tub, sauna, and a fitness room alongside broader wellness programming and resort lodging.

• Overall atmosphere and experience

  • The Inn projects a calm, nature-focused atmosphere emphasizing sustainable, plant-based living, organic gardens, and slow-living wellness programming. Guests can expect a relaxed, restorative experience with opportunities for classes (breath work, cooking, nutrition), garden visits, and access to communal spa-style facilities (pool, hot tub, sauna) in a coastal forest/ocean-view setting.

Features & Amenities

• Spa & wellness facilities

  • Solarium-enclosed saltwater pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna (listed as a complimentary resort amenity)
  • Fitness room
  • Center for Living Well (wellness programs and classes)

• Culinary & nutrition

  • On-site Ravens Restaurant with plant-based / vegan menus
  • Full-service cooking school offering hands-on classes
  • On-site certified nutritionist and Wellness Programs Director (Sid Garza-Hillman)

• Property & grounds

  • USDA Certified Organic farm (Big River Nurseries) and historic organic gardens
  • Extensive gardens, lily pond and landscaped grounds overlooking the Pacific
  • Views of Mendocino Headlands, Big River, and village

• Guest conveniences & extras

  • Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast
  • Mountain and comfort bikes for guest use
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi, HDTV in rooms
  • Pet-friendly accommodations
  • Solarium (good for year-round swimming)

Services

• Wellness & classes

  • Breath work classes (Sid’s approach, whole-body and walking-integrated breath work)
  • Nutrition consultations and classes (Mind first, body second philosophy)
  • Cooking classes (private, couple, group: plant-based techniques, sauces, vegan cheeses, whole-plant nutrition)
  • Other wellness classes: tai chi, mushroom foraging, meditation and seasonal programming (varies)

• Hospitality & resort services

  • Lodging (rooms and suites, including combined 2-bedroom/2-bath suites)
  • Dining at Ravens Restaurant (plant-forward, garden-sourced produce)
  • Concierge for scheduling classes and activities
  • Event services (elopements, intimate gatherings)

Pricing

• Cooking class sample pricing (publicly listed)

  • General class pricing: $125/person | $165/couple | $105/person for 3–6 people (most standard classes)
  • Private or specialty classes (combo nutrition + cooking): $225/person | $275/couple | $110/person for 3–6 people
  • Class length / scheduling: most classes are 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm daily (subject to availability)

• Other pricing

  • Room rates are available and based on single/double occupancy; guests are encouraged to book directly for best rates. Specific room/night pricing and sauna access fees (if any) are not listed on the provided page.

Location & Hours

• Location details

  • The Stanford Inn & Resort is located on the Mendocino Coast, perched on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Big River. The property includes historic gardens and a USDA certified organic farm on-site.
  • Contact hints on the site: Concierge phone (707) 937-5615 and booking phone 800.331.8884; Wellness Programs Director: sid@stanfordinn.com.

• Operating hours

  • Specific daily hours for the sauna, pool, hot tub, or fitness room are not provided in the supplied content. Class times for cooking and some nutrition sessions are listed (e.g., nutrition 11:00 am–12:30 pm; cooking 1:30 pm–3:00 pm), but for spa facility hours guests should contact the resort directly.

Notes

• What makes this sauna/resort special or different

  • The Stanford Inn emphasizes eco-friendly, plant-based living and is widely promoted as a unique vegan-forward resort with on-site organic farming that supplies its restaurant.
  • The wellness offerings are integrated with the property: farm-to-table dining, cooking and nutrition education, breath work and other holistic classes create a restorative environment beyond a typical hotel spa.
  • The solarium-enclosed saltwater pool and sauna provide year-round swim/relaxation options in a coastal climate.
  • The property is pet-friendly, family-friendly, and focuses on sustainability and community education (gardening, nutrition, and mindful living).

• Recommendations for prospective guests

  • If sauna or spa access is a primary reason for booking, contact the resort in advance to confirm facility hours, reservations, and whether any additional fees or booking windows apply.
  • Guests interested in classes (cooking, nutrition, breath work) should reserve in advance—many classes are private or limited by size and require reserva…