Miranda Gardens Resort

Booked this place well in advance. Soon after, I get an email saying they are raising rates, and this will increase my cost. I looked around and decided to book another place. When I called to cancel this reservation I was informed there was $50 cancellation fee even though it was 2 months out.

In November 2023 I made a reservation for a 3 night stay in May 2024. In February 2024 I received an email stating that due to a substantial rise in operational expenses, the total cost for my stay would increase by over $25 per night, and the $15 cancellation fee would increase to $50. I spoke to G who was very nice, but was unable to help with the rate increase. I wasn’t happy and felt this was bad business, but we’ve been wanting to visit Avenue of the Giants so we went. The property is quaint and rustic, and the location on the Avenue is ideal. There are restaurants and a gas station across the street. The woman at the front desk was very helpful. However, the continental breakfast was discontinued and although the pool is supposed to be open May to October, during the 3rd week in May it wasn’t open yet. All in all it’s still the least expensive place to stay on the Avenue, and we enjoyed our time among the redwoods. But I can’t recommend it to a friend or family because they didn’t honor the reserved price.

Older court style separated rooms but very well maintained. Gas, grocery and dining just across the street. The landscaping was very pretty and we used the gazebo just outside the room to relax with a glass of wine after a busy travel day.

We made reservations in November of 2023 for May of 2024. In February 2024 we received an email saying the rate was being increased by $30 a night. If our nephew was not being married at the resort we would have cancelled the reservation, it seemed a bit like bait and switch. I spoke to the front desk about the price increase being waived since we had a confirmation for the lower price months prior. They said there was nothing they could do. Apparently there are new owners and this is the way they run their business. The staff, most of which were hired by the previous owner and I believe reflect their ethics, were great. We stayed in cabin 4, it was spacious, full kitchen, ceiling fans were sufficient in 90 degree heat. I would give the staff and location 5 stars, the current owners get 1 star. Because the owners are ok with increasing the pricing whenever it suits them I would not stay here again.

This was our second time staying at Miranda Gardens on Avenue of the Giants. It retains a lot of it's historical charm and you can't beat the location. We have reserved cabin 10 twice now which is a one bedroom one bath cabin with kitchen. It's a bit quirky with the TV in the bedroom but since they have good streaming now and not just the lousy basic cable channels it's OK. It's handy to have the gas station and market right across the street. Our only real beef was the change in price from our reservation to what we actually paid. We were there for the May marathon and we made our reservation way in advance (you have to, it fills up real fast). A couple months before the marathon we get a notice that the cost for our reservation would be more than $100 per night more than when we reserved. There's two marathons on Avenue of the Giants, one in the spring and one in the fall and the dates are set about a year in advance so it's not like they don't know when things are happening. Can't they adjust their pricing for those weekends in advance also?

Very rustic and quaint, and also very clean and comfortable. Top-end, quality furniture, and cozy beds. Restaurants, market and fast (DC) EV chargers right across the street. Beautiful surroundings.

I made a reservation on 9/15/23 for February 21, 2024. I received a confirmation number and price. On February 19 I received an email telling me I would be paying between $20 and $40 dollars more due to rising costs. I did not trust someone who would not honor a confirmed reservation so I chose to stay rather than pay a cancellation fee and book a room elsewhere. I was charged 40% more than original price. The desk clerk said she had no option to change the price. The owners do not live near this hotel and seem to manage reservations online only. I reported this incident to the local Chamber of Commerce and will attempt to contact Better Business Bureau. I contacted my credit card company. I am disputing the increase in rate. I am shocked this would happen two days before my arrival. The guest staying next to us had the same experience. Avoid this place! Avoid this place!

I'm writing to warn those interested in making a reservation at Miranda Gardens not to book directly with the resort as we did on January 22,2024. Unfortunately in late February, we had to cancel our booking, over two months before our expected arrival. We were immediately charged a $50 cancellation fee for our reservation for May 7 2024, that was not until over two months later! All the recognized booking companies Expedia, Hotels.com and 5 others on Trip Advisor's site all state fully refundable fees up to a week before check in. Nothing was said regarding cancellation when we booked through the resort and there was no reason for us to peruse the site for details. The owner, "G", was completely uncompromising saying it was stated on the resort's website under policies.

Great garden with many tall redwood. Elegant and spacy room.

This place was great! The woman working at the desk and the owner were very nice and accommodating. The cottage room we had was very clean and cozy. The restaurant across the street was really good also. There are Redwood trees right outside your door. I will stay here again when in town and will recommend this hotel to anyone I know heading to the area. 5 stars