Inn at Mount Shasta
710 S Mt Shasta Blvd
Mount Shasta, CA
Run by people who love this mountain, for people who came to climb it.
About Inn at Mount Shasta
Inn at Mount Shasta sits on South Mount Shasta Boulevard, right in the walkable heart of the town that shares the mountain's name, in far Northern California. Under new local ownership, the property has been reworked into a clean, comfortable base for people drawn here by the 14,179-foot volcano that dominates every view. The owners describe it simply as a place run by people who love it here, and that shows in how the stay is put together: an outdoor firepit with lawn games, a serene garden, contactless digital check-in, and staff who cheerfully hand out trail advice and day-trip routes. It is a roadside inn in the classic sense, drive-up and unfussy, but tended with real care and pointed squarely at the adventure just outside town.
What Inn at Mount Shasta Is Known For
Inn at Mount Shasta does hospitality at a level that outruns its roadside format. The reworking under new ownership turned a standard drive-up inn into a warm, spotless, genuinely welcoming basecamp, and the staff's willingness to go out of their way has become the property's signature. Anchored in the walkable center of town with the volcano overhead and the firepit out back, it captures the specific pull of Mount Shasta, part outdoor adventure, part small mountain town, and sends nearly everyone off wanting to come back.
Amenities
- Pets Welcome
- WiFi
- Outdoor firepit with seating
- Lawn games
- Serene garden
- 24-hour front desk
- Contactless digital door access
- Bunk suites built for groups
What Guests Love
- Staff are known for going well out of their way, from hand-drawn day-trip suggestions to trail advice and errands around town.
- The outdoor firepit with lawn games is the natural evening gathering spot after a day on the mountain.
- The bunk suite pairs a king with a full-over-queen bunk, an ideal layout for a group heading up Mount Shasta together.
- The inn sits in the walkable center of town, so shops, restaurants, and cafes are a short stroll from your door.
Worth Knowing
- The inn sits on South Mount Shasta Boulevard. A room away from the street side is worth requesting when booking if you are a light sleeper.
- Check-in is contactless with digital door access, and the front desk is staffed around the clock, so late arrivals after a long summit day are easy.
- Summer and climbing season fill fast. Book several weeks ahead for peak-season weekends.
- Pets are welcome. A pet fee applies; contact the property directly to confirm current amounts and any restrictions before booking.
The Room
Rooms run from spacious kings and two-queen family rooms up to bunk suites built with adventurers in mind, family suites that sleep six, and a 600-square-foot premier suite with a separate living area for extended stays. Expect plush beds, climate control, a mini fridge and microwave, an in-room coffee maker, and spa-quality soaps. The bunk suite pairs a king with a full-over-queen bunk, a smart layout for a group heading up the mountain together. Rooms are quiet and cozy, kept spotless, and designed for people who will spend their days outside and want a genuinely restful place to land at night.
The Grounds
The inn centers on an outdoor firepit ringed with seating and lawn games, the natural gathering spot after a day on the trails. A serene garden gives the property a calmer green corner to unwind in. Parking is free and drive-up, right by the rooms. Because the inn sits in the middle of town, you can walk from your door to Mount Shasta's shops, restaurants, and cafes, then drive a few minutes to trailheads, waterfalls, and the mountain's lower slopes. The peak itself is visible and constant, the backdrop to the whole stay.
The Experience
What guests remember is how far the staff will go. People describe being handed hand-drawn day-trip suggestions, getting genuine trail recommendations, even having a package picked up for them across town. The rhythm of a stay here is built around the mountain: out early to hike or climb, back in the evening to the firepit with other travelers comparing notes on the day. The 24-hour front desk and contactless entry mean late returns from a long summit day are easy. It feels less like a transaction and more like staying with locals who are genuinely glad you came to see their mountain.
Details
Mount Shasta, CA 96067
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Inn at Mount Shasta have EV charging?
No, Inn at Mount Shasta does not have EV charging.
Does Inn at Mount Shasta serve breakfast?
No, Inn at Mount Shasta does not serve breakfast.
Does Inn at Mount Shasta have WiFi?
Yes, Inn at Mount Shasta has WiFi.
What is there to do near Inn at Mount Shasta?
Downtown Mount Shasta: 0.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk. Mount Shasta City Park and Headwaters Trail: 1.5 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there. Mount Shasta: 14 miles, about a 30 minute drive.
How far is Inn at Mount Shasta from Downtown Mount Shasta?
0.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
How far is Inn at Mount Shasta from Mount Shasta City Park and Headwaters Trail?
1.5 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is Inn at Mount Shasta from Mount Shasta?
14 miles, about a 30 minute drive.
How far is Inn at Mount Shasta from the Mount Shasta trailheads?
Inn at Mount Shasta is about 14 miles, roughly a 30-minute drive, from the Bunny Flat trailhead area on the mountain, making it a practical basecamp for hikers and climbers.
Does Inn at Mount Shasta allow pets?
Yes. Pets are welcome. Contact the property directly before booking to confirm current pet fees, room availability, and any restrictions.
Does Inn at Mount Shasta have a pool?
No, Inn at Mount Shasta does not have a pool. It centers instead on an outdoor firepit, lawn games, and a garden, with the mountain as the main draw.
How does check-in work at Inn at Mount Shasta?
Check-in at Inn at Mount Shasta is contactless with digital door access, and the front desk is staffed 24 hours, so late arrivals after a long day on the mountain are straightforward.
Does Inn at Mount Shasta have rooms for groups or families?
Yes. Inn at Mount Shasta offers bunk suites, family suites that sleep six, and a large premier suite, so groups and families climbing or exploring together have room to spread out.
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Things to Do Near the shadow of Mount Shasta
Downtown Mount Shasta
0.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
0.3 miles, about a 6-minute walk, brings you to Mount Shasta's compact downtown of cafes, outdoor shops, bookstores, and restaurants.
Mount Shasta City Park and Headwaters Trail
1.5 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
1.5 miles, about a 4-minute drive, reaches the park where the Sacramento River bubbles up from natural springs you can drink straight from the source.
Mount Shasta
14 miles, about a 30 minute drive.
14 miles, about a 30-minute drive to the trailheads at Bunny Flat, puts you at the base of the 14,179-foot volcano that draws climbers, hikers, and skiers year round.