This place is amazing for adults and kids. I'd like to give a big thank you to Kit who was super helpful and made it an experience for us to remember. Everyone was super friendly and we will be back. The food was good and drinks were good too. Also everything was super clean and organized. read more

Absolutely amazing spot to visit with friends during the summer. We took the long drive up and spent an afternoon at River electric. We chilled in the communal pool and the adult pool. We ordered some drinks and food. The food was okay but the drinks were definitely something else! And they were on tap! All the drinks we got were super refreshing. The shower/bathroom area was also so nicely made. Everything felt luxurious and it felt like such a treat! read more

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River Electric Pool Club has become my favorite escape this summer. It's the perfect place to disconnect from the day-to-day and recharge. For the past two months, I've been coming at least once a week, sometimes by myself with a good book, and other times with friends. No matter who I'm with, it's always a relaxing experience. The staff has been consistently amazing, friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help. You can tell the team takes pride in the property because everything is kept exceptionally clean and well maintained. The amenities are one of my favorite parts. The showers are spacious and stocked with body wash, shampoo, and conditioner. They also have a beautiful vanity area with blow dryers, family changing rooms, and everything you need to freshen up before heading home. It's the kind of place where all you really have to do is show up and enjoy your day. The food and drinks are another highlight. I've enjoyed everything I've tried, from the sandwiches to the paletas, and the bar always has great options. It's easy to spend the entire day there without needing to leave. Reservations are definitely recommended since they stay busy, especially during the summer. And don't overlook the drive, it's part of the experience. The scenic drive makes you feel like you're getting away long before you arrive. If you're looking for a relaxing day by the pool, whether solo or with friends, I highly recommend River Electric Pool Club. It's quickly become one of my favorite places to unwind. read more

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I had seen a video of this place a few weeks back and immedietely flagged it as somewhere I wanted to visit. Thankfully one of my girlfriends texted me and asked me to go with her and her toddler this last week, and we had such a great experience. We arrived at 5:45pm on a Tuesday and the place was very lively and packed full of families. There were only a few lounge chairs left so I imagine it get's packed on the weekends. There is an adult pool if that is more your scene as well, which did seem to have more available seating. We ordered the hotdog with caviar, turkey sub sandwich, and a couple fish tacos to share. I had the turkey sub, and was impressed with how fresh everything tasted. The butter lettuce looked and tasted like it was just picked. Homemade potato chips are one of my favorite things to find at a restaurant, and these did not disappoint. So crunchy and full of potato flavor. The fish tacos were also great, and the spicy sauce that came with it gave it a great kick. My friend had the caviar hot dog and really enjoyed the combination of the elevated classic. The bathrooms are very well done and had huge stalls and showers, which is always appreciated when you're trying to get clean and change. Looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. read more

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River electric was great! We stayed 3 nights and would definitely come back but there were some things I would definitely change. The adult pool is an awesome plus since it is a family friendly campground! I was surprised by how good the food and drinks were. Only note on food is that the poke is a little white washed and the drinks were overpriced. We wished they had more campfires, as there are no individual camp fires allowed at the tents. This was a big bummer for us, as we love to have our own private campfire to hang out at late at night. The campfire is located by the pool and is shared, closing at 10pm which is kind of early... They don't allow you to bring your own food or drinks so we had to buy their s'mores kits for $12 (which include supplies for 4 smores...) This place NEEDS a hot tub. It gets chilly at night and they could also profit more for keeping the bar open later with a hot tub. They offer cute yoga classes that I wish I tried but need more activities by the pool. Overall, would come back, but maybe for a day pass or only one night. read more

River Electric - Hotels Near Me - Guerneville, California

This place is just okay not super great, not super terrible. The pool and lawn areas are nice. Love that they have an adults only area. $42 dollars for the basic pool pass for the day. Food was pricey too, $7 fish taco was a good deal but you get one, kind of small but really tasty! The rest of the food was high priced so I didn't try anything else. Also pretty much everything on the menu is deep fried. The staff at the bar where we order food and drinks and an attitude from the beginning. Drinks are $18, even for just a shot of well vodka they still charge $18. For $18 a drink it should at least come with a smile! I wouldn't come back here based off the bar service yesterday. read more

Such a gem! Concierge-style service, wonderful food menu and super friendly staff. Too many "pluses" to list. The facility seemed to be always ultra clean. Staff would consistently bus the pool area, monitor the minimal trash that might have been on the ground. Constantly taking laps and making sure everything was shipshape. I felt like I was at a health retreat camp with the wonderful continental breakfast. (Coffee could have been a bit hotter)...otherwise So impressed! What an incredible asset to the GUERNEVILLE community and to those who travel here. I wish there was an area that had some photos of the history of J's Amusement park. Although they have their complete amazing vibe, they sit on a very historical and memorable place. I wish there were six stars read more

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About an hour and a half from SF, making it a fun day trip or weekend getaway. The town is super small with only a few cafes and shops. We got into town before river electric opened and thought there would be a little more to explore, but needed up just waiting in the parking lot for the pool to open. We got to the pool right when it opened and it was pretty quiet for the first few hours. We chose to rent some loungers at the adult pool, they have QR code menus at the umbrellas between the loungers and you can have food and drink brought directly to your chairs which is nice. Overall the food and drinks were really good, they are a bit pricy tho and it is your only option because they don't allow you to bring in outside food/drink. Nice place to hangout for the day and enjoy some sunshine and a nice pool! read more

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This place is adorable, but very over priced if you stay the night!! I convinced my bf to come here with me for the weekend a month ago. We stayed Sat/Sun and left on Mon morning. We got their last ADA glamping tent, which with taxes and fees was $775/for 2 nights. We asked for an early check in, and were told they might be able to accommodate a 3pm check in, but no earlier. And that if we wanted to come and use the pool before we officially checked in, that they would charge us each a day use fee of $35 (even though we were staying there for the weekend). That really rubbed me the wrong way! Anyway, they have 2 shallow pools, 1 kid friendly and 1 adult pool. To say this place is kid friendly, is an understatement!! It was crawling with kids, who were having a blast!They have a nice bar, but the one drink I ordered had NO alcohol in it and was pre-made! I didn't get a chance to order any food, but it looked good! They have gazebos for rent, but they are really expensive! I think $350 for the day, but don't quote me since it's been a month since I stayed there. You can also rent chairs, but I'm not sure of the price. They give you a nice white towel to use whether you are there for the day or staying for the night. They also include a nice breakfast in the mornings for the glampers, that we were not expecting! It had great hot biscuits with jams and really good home made granola, as well as some hard boiled eggs. They have a nice looking tea (I didn't try it, but they do sell it in their cute gift shop) and juices, coffee and hot chocolate. The bathroom is communal and located near the main pools. They have a handful of showers and bathrooms in them, but I sometimes had to wait to shower. They also have an area for you to get ready and blow dry your hair/do your makeup at. But we really wished they had another bathroom, since it seemed like a far walk when you had to pee in the middle of the night! The room itself was super simple, it has a king bed, a rug, 2 nightstands, 1 chair and a place to lock your belongings up. You can't lock the door, which made me uneasy at first , but it really wasn't that bad, I'm just not used to it. It has electricity, so we were able to charge our phones while we were there. I was afraid I would be cold at night, but it was surprisingly really warm and cozy!! The pillows and mattress were really nice, and the rug was sooo soft on my feet!lol I will definitely go back to River Electric, but I will not be staying the night again! Now if I had kiddos, I probably would stay the night, since it's great for kids/families. But for the price, I would much rather stay at a nice hotel and have hotel amenities; bathroom in my room, robes, hot tub, room service etc. But I would go back for day use, since it is super nice to have a pool with a bar and food to order!! read more

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Day pass: This was really overpriced. The main pool is teeming with kids and only 3 feet deep. The adult pool is tiny and only 4ft. You basically just bob around and marinate in a cluster. Cocktails were almost $20 each. A coconut water was $10. I wouldn't come back here. read more

Booked online 2 day chaise lounge passes to the pool! We were told I booked the regular kids pool and asked if I wanted to move to the adults only pool which is what we wanted! She assigned us chaise lounge chair numbers and off we go! The property is stunning surrounded by redwoods, what a beautiful place to glamp! Your day swim passes includes: access to both pools (kids + adults), towels, a portable lawn chair (unless you upgrade to chaise lounges), with the upgrade you get table side food and beverage ordering service, indoor + outdoor shower (includes shampoo, conditioner, body wash). We swam for a bit, soaked up the Sonoma County sun, enjoyed the fresh air and the awesome music! We ordered the River Rat Fries and drinks but the yellow jackets kept bothering us so we moved our food over to the restaurant and bar. It got worst there. A staff member gave us a bug repellant fan which worked for a bit but then the yellow jackets bought all their friends and we couldn't eat anymore! We stayed for about 3 hours but easily, next time we come we will stay the whole day! The only other annoying thing besides the yellow jackets are people who don't pay for the upgraded chaise lounge chairs but sit there anyways! They got away with it for 2 hours until the actual people who paid showed up and kicked them out of their chairs. Even after that, they moved to another set of chairs when staff finally noticed and kicked them away! I wish everyone was respectful but you get those people everywhere you go. read more

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Love this spot so much! Great place to spend an afternoon and their food and beverages are some of the best in town. I could spend hours here just geeking out over the thoughtful designs and cute merch, but the pools and beautiful open bar are really the stars of the show. Will be back for as many pop-ups as possible this summer! read more

Stellar experience. Vibes: deep cut R&B b and pop family friendly but not corny tunes. I think I heard some Turkish music?? Food: vegan and veggie options a plenty. And food your kids will eat but not total garbage. Amenities: fluffy over sized towels, chair side service, shampoo, conditioner and body wash ash in the showers. Inclusive: AGR, queer friendly, could be more racially diverse Clean grounds! Costumer service: from check in to poolside all staff welcomed our family of 3 warmly Just a little over an hour from the east bay. A hidden gem worth the trip. Bonus near the river so bring your tubes and make it a multi day trip! Can't speak to the glamping setup other than it looks super cute and safe. We'll be back! read more

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Came here to check it out! Cute video of how this place came into fruition on their IG: @riverelectric. It's a campground with a community pool! And glamping it seems, which is a perfect thing to do in Guerneville. I'm into it! Two pools, one is adult only and further away from the main pool. Super fun vibe, music blasting, really chill and bar/food easily accessible. The servers are awesome. You can order food from your chair while you sunbathe. Very kid friendly. Towels and padded lawn chairs are available for your convenience. Bathrooms equipped with showers. They are really nice! Yummy items on their menu like a salmon nicoise, smashburger, hot dog with caviar n crème friache, fresh homemade potato chips, paletas, and lots more. The cocktails are fantastic too! I loved the Bloody Mary sub with tequila. They didn't have reposado so settled for Espolon blanco, which is their top shelf. Their bartender made every drink delicious. We will come here all summer! So happy they opened this spot up. As a local, this is definitely a perk for us. We had an issue with our order, which was taken care of. Thanks Haley and team. Looking forward to coming back again soon! read more

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These folks are doing it exactly right - we are regular visitors to G'ville but we didn't get a chance to get to RE last season so we had our inaugural visit yesterday. It's so lovely. The pools are sparkly, the staff is gracious, the food is unexpectedly fantastic. There's so much attention to detail, we had a really good day. Get up there! Book yourself a day pass (or even better, a tent!) You're welcome, have a great time read more

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The property is spotless and the staff is fantastic, but it lacks variety for a multi-day stay. The food options get repetitive quickly, so a dedicated dinner menu is definitely needed and the morning continental breakfast was very underwhelming. Activities are also limited to the pool and ping pong; adding bocce ball or giant chess would be a huge improvement. Finally, staying over the 4th of July felt like a missed opportunity since nothing special was planned for the holiday but charged holiday pricing? Sidenote: a hot tub would of been nice too since it gets cold at night. read more

We loved this spot! We were staying at an Airbnb nearby and heard it was free after 5pm during the week. This was our last stop of our 5 day trip and honestly, I think we all agree it was our favorite spot. We had 3 kids (ages 2, 6 and 9) and they had a blast in the pool. The drinks were good and the food was excellent. But honestly, I have to give the gift shop staff extra kudos for gifting our kiddos some treats. So super thoughtful and sweet. Thank you so much again. We will definitely come back around again to use the camp sites during future visits. read more

Pleased to share that we got married at River Electric this past May. It was the best and much of it was a reflection of our venue. We are extremely grateful to the Director of Sales, Marissa, who was so patient and helped us at each turn. This property is awesome for a wedding, especially if you enjoy the idea of kids roaming free like we did! Appreciations: - Marissa and the senior staff were so kind throughout the planning process and to our guests when they were onsite. - The folks who operate this property obviously live and breathe events. Coordinating across vendors was an absolute breeze. If we asked about something that maybe wouldn't be allowed, it was entirely understandable as to why and I felt like we could work together to find a solution. - The food program was something else, we're all still talking about the vegan gyro. - It was extremely important to us that the property be accessible for both folks in scooters and for younger children. River Electric was absolutely perfect. My aunt with polio who hadn't camped in YEARS was able to comfortably. It was deeply meaningful and something I'll be appreciative of for a lifetime. - The property was so clean. I was a little worried because there was a bunch of preschool aged children running around on the day of our check-in, but nope, the staff was amazing and the property was spotless by the time our guests checked in. - I absolutely loved that they curate as much from local businesses as possible. In my brief interaction with one of the owners I learned that both the property design and the decision to feature small makers was intentional; catnip for someone like me. Opportunities: - This is a very new venue (right now they're in their second year operating) so there's the new-ish operational hurdles to navigate. Our guests really struggled with booking because it looked like on the website that all of the tents were booked if they happened to have missed our particular booking link. This resulted in several tents that I would have been booked not being booked; a little bit of a bummer. - The seasonal staff while kind, had a minor lapse in professionalism which I wouldn't mind, but when you have a certain type of clientele, the bar is higher. I discussed this with Marissa directly after our event and appreciated her response. My heart believes that this is part of being a newer business and isn't a reflection on the business on whole. - The tents got so cold at night where several of our guests ended up leaving. My hope is that this is more-so a reflection of how new the property is and that in future seasons there will be heavier comforters and/or heated blankets available. That said, if you stay on property, bring extra blankets!!! The reality of this venue like many others is that you need a sufficient budget to make it really shimmer. We did, cool for us being blessed in that way I guess, but don't go into this venue thinking it's going to somehow be less expensive than others. There's a lot of opportunities to get creative and make it special which is what *we* liked about it. If you're sick of vineyard weddings and want to get married somewhere that is a bit unique, this is the spot for you. Our guests have been saying what a "kickass wedding" it was and I couldn't agree more. Thanks a bunch Kelsey, Marissa and the whole River Electric Team! Now to call out sick so I can make my way back up for a visit... read more

Amazing location, so beautifully styled - and the setting is so pretty, it's hard not to relax here! We camped as a group of us and our kids. It was so fun - highly recommend getting a poolside cabana for groups. The pool is 3ft deep all around so it's not a place for kids to go wild with floaties or do cannonballs, which I highly appreciated. So if that's what your kids are hoping for, then this is not the place for you. They got their wiggles out on the river. Delicious menu and easy QR code ordering made it super easy to order and to keep checks separate. My kids had a great time here as a launching pad to explore Guerneville and camp without the hassle. The tents are simple and cute, beds are super comfy! Bring everything you need for camping under the stars to be prepared though - like a lantern, etc. They don't do s'mores which was our only complaint. All in all a special place for "treat yourself" camping. read more

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River Electric is the other happiest place on earth. Incredibly well designed with modern, colorful umbrellas and cushions, amazing menu and food, and great drinks. I love all the salads, the fries, the tackle box and the burger. My son always gets the hot dog and ice cream. All the red wines are slightly chilled to perfection. Oh and free sparkling water on tap. A dream!! Great for adults, awesome for kids. Overall an amazing vibe where you feel like you both had a day in nature and went to your favorite bar/restaurant. The pools are perfection. If you want to spring for a cabana, it's worth it but I'm happy on a cushion on the grass too. And it's great to stay too. I'm very sensitive to noise and it's surprisingly quiet. When we stayed, kids played until way past their bedtime on the big lawn while the adults drank cocktails and sat around the fire pit. You wake up in the redwoods in a beautiful grove. There's a great continental breakfast and good coffee too. Everything you want, nothing you don't. The owners have created the perfect vibe. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Great location Well maintained Nice people Excellent getaway Comfortable setting Looking forward to taking the family this summer. read more

Promising start, but the wasps were out of control This place is gorgeous, and I think it's going to evolve into a must-see Guerneville destination. We had a lot of fun at the pool and getting to sleep on the property was really enjoyable as well. Our beds were slanted and seemed to cave in a bit, which was surprising given how high quality everything else seemed. Unfortunately, right now the yellow jackets are out of control and it really put a damper on our trip. We tried to eat at the restaurant both evenings, but gave up because our food was so swarmed with yellow jackets. I'm talking 10-20 at a time. They followed us to the pool chairs, the cabana - anywhere there was food, the wasps would swarm. One stung our son in the arm, which was really a bummer. I saw some standard traps around, but they need to take this to another level. I.e. probably find a hardcore wasp expert to find the nest in the ground and dig it up. Here's an example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qCvpoPsgYc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GNExVB20Ls I really hope they get this under control because this place has so much potential to be amazing read more

River Electric - Hotels Near Me - Guerneville, California

I'll start with some positives: - pretty property, very Instagramable - Tasty drinks - comfy beds -nice showers with provided products such as shampoo, cond, and body wash. - adult pool but I saw several parents leave their kids at the regular pool and go to the adult pool to have quiet time...the children still came over to the adult pool to ask for things from their parents. - easy walk to town Negatives: - you have to pay for pool chairs, even as a guest who pays $350/night...mind blowing! - No provided towels, unless you request one...also mind blowing. - 4 bathrooms for 40+ tents...waiting in line to use the bathroom in the morning while a bunch children scream. - the bigger main pool is for all of the families, but it's all children's screaming all day. - tents way to close together...0 privacy. One family on each side of us gave their children walkie talkies so it was a surround sound of conversations btw children saying the same shit over and over. - kids screaming at 6am - quiet hours don't apply to families and children. - yellowjackets, it's out of control. Walked up to the bar and all of the food waiting to go out had yellowjackets all over them. - coed bathrooms with three showers and 4 bathrooms stalls for way to many families with tons of children. This spot has a ton of potential. They need to divide the campsite into family sections and sections where ppl want peace and quiet. It wasn't a relaxing weekend at all. It was chaotic with parents not controlling their children. We were supposed to stay Friday-Sunday morning but we ended up leaving mid stay bc we knew we would be woken up by a bunch screaming and crying babies. read more

Lovely atmosphere. Bad drinks. Margaritas are easy. 3 ingredients. It had no taste. No tequila taste. No lime taste. A kind of off-putting after-taste. Was it a cheap tequila or too much Cointreau? In addition they use a strange kind of ice that is kind of slushy but bigger chunks. Not good. Just cubes please. read more

I truly love this place. Great food and drinks, beautiful aesthetic and design, friendly staff. Very family friendly, but they have an adult only area too. The tents are so cute, cozy beds, peaceful wooded scenery. The breakfast is perfect and the fire pit is also so nice for cool evening hangs. read more

Just do it! Yes, a bit pricey but worth every penny. The staff was super helpful, kind and friendly. The pools were clean and inviting. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The continental breakfast consisted of fresh fruit, granola, yogurt, hard boiled eggs, fresh squeezed juices, fresh from the oven biscuits, and coffee to die for. The entire experience was incredible. Will be staying again next year. Great place for a large family reunion. read more

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This spot is the perfect way to vacation close to home. A quick drive from the Bay Area gets you walking distance to bars and restaurants in Guerneville while staying at a gorgeous new oasis. - Amazing drinks, creative and fresh -great, simple but diverse menu (tofu gyro? I'm not even vegan) -beautiful chic design (bar tile is perfect) -hospitality forward (hair dryers in the vanity area, ear plugs in your tent, delish continental breakfast) -BEST merch shop -friendly and helpful staff (love seeing local kids working there!) -cutest lawn chairs (need for home ASAP) -comfortable beds!!! In a tent! We went as a family and had a blast. There is plenty of room for kids to roam and an adult only pool. Ice cream treats for kids and drinks in the sun for adults. Huge lawn to spread out with your friends and family and if you want to explore it's right down the street! Surrounded by redwoods for day hikes and then can come back and relax in a pool. Dream. It's amazing how they transformed an old amusement park into this fantastic property. In awe of the vision and execution. 100% coming back and can't wait to plan a girls day pass trip too! read more

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Just had a pretty crappy customer service experience after a couple of really cool visits. The first time we came, we spent nearly $400 dollars on a Friday, before we found out about local's day. We had a nice time, but we ended up spending a ton of money. To preface, we are actually locals (95436 zip), and we came here today on local's day (Tuesday) to have fun with other area friends. Some people took off work post-July 4th to join us. We were turned away, rather rudely, on what was supposed to be our local's day. - I politely asked if we could get a voucher to return on another day. No. - Can we get some drink coupons for next time? No. - What about guest passes for our friends who were going to join us, for another day? No. - How about anything conciliatory for the inconvenience? No. And the kicker....can we just come back another day? The guy said we should look on instagram. Well, when we got home, we logged on to Instagram...according to the page, the locals day is literally moved to tomorrow, which is what WE ASKED. He said nothing about it. He offered zero sympathy, zero advice, and treated us like we were annoying because we weren't guests. The guy didn't even mention that we could come back tomorrow for local's day. Instead, condescendingly, we were told to "look on instagram" for updates. Hey River Electric....this is why the locals talk smack about you. It's a shame after we dropped so much money with you two times prior and you then treat us like second class citizens when we thought we were building a rapport with a local business. Your word of mouth around town is souring. We actually defended a lot of negative talk because of our first visits...but now it seems like there might actually be a legit reason for the negativity from some of the local folks. We didn't experience that until today. read more

What an amazing escape! A beautiful pool nestled in the red woods! The staff is great the food was amazing read more

River Electric - Hotels Near Me - Guerneville, California

The folks did a nice job on the build! Beautiful pool area with very thoughtful touches. Great pool food and cocktails. We stayed the night and the one glaring miss was how close they chose to put the tents to each other. Too close. I would recommend a visit to river electric but would not recommend a sleep over. With kids and not very thoughtful adults and the ooor placement of tents it was not and an enjoyable night. read more

Like the other reviewer, I've experienced this place both as a mom to a toddler and as an adult traveling alone and let me tell you, it's amazing either way. When I visit with my kid, there's plenty of kid-friendly food, and we spend hours in the big pool having fun together. The best part? I still get to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and feel like I'm on vacation even while parenting. When I've come without my kid, enjoying their delicious drinks at the adult pool is my go-to. It's just steps away from the main pool but somehow has a totally relaxed, peaceful vibe. Yes, it's camping, which means you might hear a bit of noise from nearby tents (I've heard they're planning to expand that area next season!), but honestly, I've been pleasantly surprised by how respectful other guests are. Even my friends who have never won any awards for being quiet know it's "whisper o'clock" when we're back from town and going to bed. The tents are so comfortable and nicely decorated as well. The staff is consistently friendly, responsive, and genuinely welcoming. Whether you're coming with your family or for a grown-up getaway, the whole place just feels good to be in. Bonus tip: they host adult-only days with DJs and events, which are super fun. I highly recommend planning your visit based on the vibe you're looking for and definitely call ahead to make sure the adult pool isn't reserved for a private event if that's part of your plan. read more

Excited to visit this new spot in town. Reserved our chaise lounges and day pass online for our party of 7. Easy check in online. We were greeted by friendly staff. When you're by the pool you can order your food online and it's brought directly to your chair. Food and drink was delish. Juat a suggestion when booking a chaise it would be nice if the chairs had a reserved sign on them for your party. This would prevent people who hadn't reserved from sitting in them. When we arrived our party couldn't find chairs grouped together due to this. That aside, the grounds are beautiful and you can tell a lot of love and care was put into this site. I will definitely be returning. read more

Clean and comfortable space to have lunch and watch kids float. The kids food menu passed the picky test!

Absolutely love this place, such a treat! I have now been a handful of times with friends for day passes (have never stayed the night) and have no complaints. Adult pool is great, lounge chairs are great, there's lots of room to spread out on the grass if you want more privacy. Food is amazing and they even have wonderful events with local chefs. One of the best things about RE imho is the bathrooms - luxe shower experience that makes you feel like you're at a country club. So fun to meet friends here for the afternoon and the owners are great people. I'm a fellow small business owner in west Sonoma county and appreciate having such a sweet spot around! read more

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I've been meaning to write this after a few visits--because River Electric deserves the love. What makes it special is how rare it is to find a place that offers a range of experiences with a pool. I've come with my 4-year-old daughter (she's obsessed), I've come with my girlfriends for restorative, giggly hangs, and I've even been here for a friend's birthday where we danced by the small pool and got treated to a surprise drag show--all without disrupting the main chill zone. The music is always on point, the food is great, and the drinks are even better. Yes, the yellowjackets can be annoying in summer (Guerneville-wide issue), but thankfully the bar has those little blade fans that help keep them at bay. As a parent, I just want to gently say: this place welcomes families, which is rare and amazing--so let's not mess it up by forgetting our kids still need supervision. I hate to call anything "cool" now that I'm in my 40s because... what even is cool anymore? But River Electric is cool without trying. Minimal but lively, chill but never boring. I'm so grateful it's nearby--it's a summer staple for me now. read more

River electric is an absolute must hang spot this summer (and all summers to come). The food, drinks, music, and vibe are great and the staff is so accommodating and kind and on top of it. There's something for everyone- an adult only pool as well as swimming for the whole family. Local days on Tuesday, pop ups with special local food on Thursday's this summer, I love seeing them integrate in the community and make sure everyone has an opportunity to enjoy. The beds are super comfy too if you plan to stay the night. We recently threw our wedding after party here and it's a DREAM for private events. Their catering menu is great and you can buy out the small pool without having to buy out the entire venue as well, which makes for a really accessible fun private party. go go go! read more

As a local, I was super excited about locals day in Tuesday. I thought it was very thoughtful to do of them but after getting turned back TWICE, I see what their priorities really are. Why sell day passes to non locals on Tuesdays when you KNOW it's locals day?? Only 40 passes saved for locals while general public gets over 140?? The pools do look smaller than expected but who knows when we'll get to try it out, I'm thinking never now! Unless these owners start prioritizing locals. read more

WOW! I visited the RE in June with a day pass and was stunned from the moment we got there. You start at the entrance with a beautifully designed front desk experience with places to lounge while you get checked in or browse all the fun bits and bobs (I think I have found my new favorite sunscreen). We were with a group of friends and shared a cabana along with a few sun loungers and had the perfect afternoon of eating, drinking, swimming, and lounging. Staff was fantastic and super helpful. We don't have kids so bounced from the main pool to the adults only area which was a nice touch. The food was pretty amazing and the drinks were perfect (shout out to the loaded fries, the smashburger, and soft serve)! I couldn't recommend this more if you are looking to feel like you are on vacation even if you live nearby. read more

First, the positives: the property is beautiful and the staff is friendly. I've been here twice on a day pass. The first time was enjoyable for the most part. While there is a sign that says there is a lifeguard on duty, it is not evident who that person is or where they are. A young child almost drowned in the middle of the pool right before my eyes. Parents are using this place loosely as a daycare and are not supervising their children. Furthermore, a child acting as somewhat of a pirate(literally and figuratively) engaged in imaginary play, raised a fist at me, and attempted to hit me when I very nicely asked him to please give our pool noodle back that we had brought because we were leaving. My second visit was less enjoyable than the first. There were so many children(I am a parent and I love children) running and screaming non-stop, selling bracelets to patrons(?odd?), and forgetting to use their manners. Yes, the place is beautiful and so aesthetically pleasing. The food and drinks are also super creative and fun, and made with quality ingredients. But, it's really hard to justify the price points with not a moment's peace. I had booked a tent for Labor Day weekend and was very excited about it, but after my second visit I just couldn't imagine spending that kind of money for a subpar experience. I really wanted to love this place, and I was so excited for it to open. Maybe after the kinks are worked out, it will become a more enjoyable place to spend time and money. read more

River Electric was everything and more than what you see in the photos. The grounds and overall aesthetic are beautiful. The pool, bar, and food were all great--every drink we had was delicious, and the poolside service was fast and friendly. One of the biggest takeaways from our weekend is that this place is perfect for families. The pool, bar, and grassy play area are all safely fenced in, which makes it easy for kids to run around while parents relax nearby. There's a ton of space, and the atmosphere is very family-friendly. That said, as someone without kids, I'm not sure I'd go back. It honestly felt like you couldn't escape droves of children anywhere on the property. Even the adult pool--which was very nice--only had a limited amount of chairs to sit - meaning if you came later in the day you would have to be immersed in all the family action going on. The tents are beautiful, but extremely close together, so we were woken up multiple times during the night by babies crying. It might be worth considering designated family and adult-only camping areas to allow everyone to have the type of experience they're looking for. At all times, we felt like we had to tiptoe around and whisper inside our own tent so we didn't accidentally disturb a nap. The bathrooms were not amazing and always felt over-crowded. They are all gender-neutral, including the toilets and showers, which in theory is fine--but in practice, it felt chaotic. There were whole families constantly coming and going, making it feel crowded and a bit stressful when you're just trying to shower or brush your teeth. On top of that, the bathrooms often lacked basic supplies like toilet paper, soap, or towels. It seemed like they were understaffed for how many guests they had. Also worth noting: even if you're staying at the hotel, you still have to pay extra to use a chair by the pool and wear a wristband. It felt a bit nickel-and-dimey, especially considering the overall price point. It would make more sense (and feel more welcoming) if pool seating was simply included with your stay. Overall, River Electric is a gorgeous property with great food and drinks, and it clearly caters well to families. Just something to keep in mind depending on what kind of getaway you're hoping for. read more