Sea Otter Inn
6656 Moonstone Beach Drive
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Why people book this hotel
“Nice room and great location close to beach”
“The location was fantastic, with the beach and the Moonstone Beach Board walk ju…”
“Amazing location and comfortable beds”
“A warm welcome, lovely room and a basket with a small, nutritious breakfast hung…”
“The breakfast delivery in the basket was also a nice touch”
“Lovely touch to have picnic basket breakfast (additional charge) but we could ta…”
“The staff were very friendly and accommodating”
“Dog friendly, convenient location”
“We made good use of the beautiful spa/pool area”
“I love the pool, hot tub and complimentary breakfast”
“Clean; comfortable, lovely staff”
“Fabulous location, clean and comfortable with helpful and friendly staff - break…”
Overview
Situated off Highway 1, this Cambria, California hotel offers a year-round heated outdoor pool and hot tub surrounded by lush gardens. San Simeon State Park is 5 minutes’ drive away from the hotel. Free Wi-Fi and a fireplace are featured in all rooms at the Sea Otter Inn. The individual, country styled rooms also include a cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator. Select rooms have ocean or courtyard views. The Moonstone Beach Boardwalk is located directly across the street from the Cambria Sea Otter Inn. Hearst Castle is 8 minutes’ drive away. Piedras Blancas elephant seal rookery is 20 minutes' drive away from the hotel. A continental breakfast is served daily to guests at the hotel.
Traveller reviews
Laura-Leigh
family_with_children
April 25, 2026
“Great location”
Nice room and great location close to beach
Gaby
couple
February 14, 2026
“Fantastic beach location.”
The location was fantastic, with the beach and the Moonstone Beach Board walk just adjacent to the Inn. The boardwalk enabled you to walk along the coast and eventually access the nearby town of Cambria. The breakfast delivery in the basket was also a nice touch. The staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Sharon
couple
November 30, 2025
“Lovely roadside motel great for stop over on travels.”
Amazing location and comfortable beds. Lovely touch to have picnic basket breakfast (additional charge) but we could take this across the road and sit watching sea otters playing in the waves in the morning sun. Perfect one night stop over on our Big Sur travels.
Stuart
family_with_children
August 19, 2025
“A lovely stay but pricey”
A great location with a view
Duffett
couple
July 13, 2025
“Perfect for an overnight stay near PCH”
Some lovely walks right on the doorstep along the boardwalk by the Pacific. Wildlife and local flora and fauna much in evidence. A warm welcome, lovely room and a basket with a small, nutritious breakfast hung outside our door in the morning.
Pamela
couple
June 12, 2025
Dog friendly, convenient location
Tom
couple
April 22, 2025
“A great stay in a great location with good value for money”
Very good value and selection and was included in the price !
Kate
family_with_children
February 24, 2025
“We would return to this hotel and definitely recommend it”
Great location right on the ocean road. Clean; comfortable, lovely staff. When we were stressed and arrived later than expected at night due to road closures etc, we were met with a very helpful and empathetic gentleman who expedited our check in process.
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family_with_children
January 19, 2025
“Would use again when drive the PCH again”
Room very nice and location good, We only had a lay over en-route and didn't get to visit the area only the beach early morning for a good walk, was recommended by a you tuber and I specifically went on her advise and was not disappointed.
Rosalie
family_with_children
January 7, 2025
“Wonderful, peaceful place to stay!”
We absolutely loved our stay at the Sea Otter Inn. We made good use of the beautiful spa/pool area. The fires and towels were a lovely touch by the pools. We felt very welcome, safe, and happy staying here. The breakfast picnic baskets were super cute and delicious, such a nice touch! The biggest room we stayed in for our entire American trip and we wish we had booked two nights instead of one, such a beautiful area!
A.
couple
November 30, 2024
“Lovely!”
The place is simply amazing just in front of the sea. The room was big and the patio was very nice.
Elise
couple
November 18, 2024
We couldn't stay, we booked with Booking account but we didn't have a room reserved for us so we need to find a other stay
Simon
couple
November 5, 2024
“Wonderful overnight stay, lovely room made special with the gas fire and patio to watch the sunset to the west”
Fabulous location, clean and comfortable with helpful and friendly staff - breakfast delivered to the door a nice touch!
Lesly Leonardo
family_with_children
November 5, 2024
“Beautiful hotel!!”
You can't beat the location, right across the beach! I love the pool, hot tub and complimentary breakfast!
Jill
couple
October 25, 2024
“Excellent”
Perfect location - just across the road from Moonstone Beach. Lovely private swimming pool and very helpful staff.
Pamela
family_with_children
September 25, 2024
“Gorgeous rooms and friendly staff”
Absolutely perfect, we loved the room, the decor, the fire, hot tub, pool... List goes on.
TimB
family_with_children
September 15, 2024
“Perfect PCH stop over.”
Heated pool, jacuzzi, breakfast service and PCH location.
Sarah
family_with_children
August 22, 2024
“Beautiful beach location, gorgeous rooms”
The room and location are gorgeous. Can imagine it's cozy in winter. Loved the private patio for my morning yoga
Sarah
family_with_children
August 11, 2024
This is a brilliantly located motel with lovely grounds and comfortable rooms. We enjoyed using the swimming pool and hot tub, and it was great to have Moonstone Beach just across the road.
James
couple
July 16, 2024
“A great place to spend a day or two by the beach.”
This is a great getaway right across from the beach. The breakfast was a great touch. Delivered to your door. We ate on the lovely patio. Room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the jacuzzi was perfect. We will be back again in March.
Facilities
Activities
Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Pool/beach towels
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Vending machine (drinks)
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
Room features a fireplace, a cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator.
Deluxe King Room with Ocean View
The fireplace is a top feature of this double room. Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room
Room features a fireplace, a cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator.
Family Suite
This suite features a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.
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