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Sea Otter Inn
California Coast - CA · United States
Moonstone Beach Dr, 6656View location
9.4/10Excellent1,004 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/10 9.4
Service9.4/10 9.4
Comfort9.4/10 9.4
Condition9.2/10 9.2
Amenities8.8/10 8.8
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About Sea Otter Inn
Enjoy oceanfront tranquility at the Sea Otter Inn in Cambria, California. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or unwind in the spa tub. Guest rooms feature fireplaces and flat-screen televisions with cable, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping.
The hotel also offers convenient amenities such as concierge services, gift shops, and free self-parking. Explore nearby attractions like Moonstone Beach Park and San Simeon State Park, both within a 15-minute walk. Hearst Castle is a short drive away.
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With a stay at Sea Otter Inn in Cambria, you'll be by the ocean, a 4-minute walk from Moonstone Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Moonstone Beach Park. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Hearst Castle and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from San Simeon State Park.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 25 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, coffee/tea in a common area, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
9:00 PM
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Hotel policies
Beach nearby
No elevators
By ocean
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Professional property host/manager
Pets allowed
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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Optional fees
- Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
- Pet fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
English
Spanish
Nearby attractions
San Simeon State Park
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cambria State Marine Park
0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Moonstone Beach
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Leffingwell Landing
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Moonstone Beach Park
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve
1.2 km / 0.7 mi
San Simeon Nature Preserve
1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Nitt Witt Ridge
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Cambria Center for the Arts
3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Cambria’s Historical Museum
4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Cambria Dog Park
4.8 km / 3 mi
William Randolph Hearst State Park
8.8 km / 5.5 mi
William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach
10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay
10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 25
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Newspaper stand
- Shop
- Garden
- Concierge
- Newspapers
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- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- Non-smoking establishment
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SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDSSUITE • TWO QUEEN BEDSSUI.2Q
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- SUITE
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- TWO QUEEN BEDS
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Room code: SUI.2Q
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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Room code: DBL.QN
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DOUBLE DELUXE OCEAN VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE OCEAN VIEWDBL.DX-OV
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- DELUXE OCEAN VIEW
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- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE OCEAN VIEW
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Room code: DBL.DX-OV
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DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG
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- KING SIZE BED
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BED
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- KING SIZE BED
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Room code: DBL.KG
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SINGLE OCEAN VIEW KING BEDSINGLE • OCEAN VIEW KING BEDSGL.KG-OV
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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- SINGLE
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- OCEAN VIEW KING BED
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Room code: SGL.KG-OV
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QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- QUADRUPLE
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- TWO QUEEN BEDS
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- QUADRUPLE
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- TWO QUEEN BEDS
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Room code: QUA.2Q
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SINGLE KING SIZE BEDSINGLE • KING SIZE BEDSGL.KG
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- STANDARD
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Room code: SUI.ST
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DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW KING BEDDOUBLE • OCEAN VIEW KING BEDDBL.KG-OV
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- OCEAN VIEW KING BED
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Room code: DBL.KG-OV
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Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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- KING SIZE BED
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Double or Twin KING SIZE BED
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Room code: DBT.KG
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Gina
The location is fantastic, and I appreciated the electric chargers. I love the glass enclosed sofas with firepits in front of our room. Things that could be improved: It would be nice to have coffee before 8:00 am. It would have been nice to know that the pool and spa were closed, as we might have chosen a different property. This is apparently a temporary issue though. We also were charged twice for breakfast, but only received it once, and were told we would receive a new bill by the end of day, but it never appeared. All in all, a very nice, but not perfect, stay.
Sergey
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Tom
It was awesome. Beautiful property in a good area.
Brandon
The location of the Sea Otter Inn was perfect! Excellent opportunities to walk on the board walk and view the sunset. It’s within walking distance of some nice restaurants, although they were a bit on the pricey side, but with really good reviews. A short drive to town gives you more dining options with more reasonable price points.
Our room was very comfortable and extremely cute. The fireplace would be a nice touch in the wintertime. Our room had a mini-split A/C system to keep us cool and a microwave and fridge.
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The picnic basket delivered to the room with our breakfast was a great touch.
The pool was out of order, so if you’re set on swimming, call ahead to see if it’s in working order.
Our room was very comfortable and extremely cute. The fireplace would be a nice touch in the wintertime. Our room had a mini-split A/C system to keep us cool and a microwave and fridge.
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The picnic basket delivered to the room with our breakfast was a great touch.
The pool was out of order, so if you’re set on swimming, call ahead to see if it’s in working order.
Emily
Most everything was perfect except they were short staffed and didnt get around to cleaning our room during our three day stay.
Pam
One of our best weekends of the summer, great location, great service!
Atsushi
Room was clean and in great shape. Location was fantastic. Tremendous value for the money.
Laura
Had a lovely stay here for our first years anniversary. Highlights were the incredibly helpful staff, the fire pits, fireplace, and delicious to-go breakfasts (the breakfast burritos were excellent). A stone's throw from the boardwalk.
Karen
We celebrated our 40th anniversary this weekend. The room was excellent with a lovely fireplace and an ocean view.. There was a ocean boardwalk across the street and lots of restaurants close by in Cambria..We did not take advantage of the free breakfast basket as we wanted to explore town.
Sholpan
Great, clean, cozy, parking and close to the beach
Bianca
Great option for Cambria! Right across the street from moonstone beach in an ideal location. Front desk staff was friendly and helpful.
emily
Pool and hot tub have apparently been out of order for months, but are still listed as amenities on Expedia and the hotel’s website. Staff was incredibly rude when we discovered the pool/hot tub weren’t available, and didn’t mention it at check in. I requested a refund through Expedia and was only refunded $50, although I wouldn’t have booked here at all if I had known since we specifically chose this property for the pool/hot tub. Besides that, the windows don’t have screens, rooms seemed outdated, and there are much nicer places to stay on Moonstone Beach for the same price. Will not be staying here again and would not recommend it.
Nina
Stay was nice. Bummer that the pool was closed. But great location.
Laura
Great stay! I love this place - charming, clean, quaint, and across the street from the beach. The small fridge in the room was great for small snacks, and parking is easy. The water pressure in the shower was a bit low this visit, but that's the first I noticed it. The fire pits in the evening are lovely as well.
Angelina
I had never been to Cambria before. This place was so cute and very close to the Hearst Castle which we visited. Additionally, the walk along the ocean was so nice, great path and great scenery. I would stay again. My parents loved it also.
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Danielle
Breakfast is NOT included if you book externally. Pool was closed, didn't know that until arrival.
Purchased breakfast for $10, burrito was massive, well worth it. Not much dining within walking distance, but tradeoff is very quiet part of town! Beach and boardwalk right across the street.
Purchased breakfast for $10, burrito was massive, well worth it. Not much dining within walking distance, but tradeoff is very quiet part of town! Beach and boardwalk right across the street.
Jennifer
Nice place, but basic for the price. Wish there is a place for breakfast and have it included in the room
Jason
No operating hot tub as advertised - super rude staff and a property that was across the highway from the beach - not “on the beach” as advertised. After checking out at 9:00am we asked to use the bathroom and the office staff said it was only for guests - and I said we are guests and they said - not as of 10 minutes ago when you checked out. What the heck?!?
Alexander
pool and hot tub closed, one tesla charger was broken, other one is old and wouldn’t charge my cybertruck. only got a little juice in the morning on a clipper creek that freed up. wish they updated hotels.com that their amenities were not functional so i could have saved $50 to spend the night only.
Chris
Great location. Staff was helpful and room was clean. Only complaint was the pool and spa were closed, which we were not made aware of until we arrived.
Rahle
Great location.
Heather
the hot tub and pool were not available, and that is why we went to this place
Valerie
Ocean front room. Dated. Clean enough.
Sis not have breakfast. Coffee inadequate.
Sis not have breakfast. Coffee inadequate.
Azar
Rooms were clean and staff were very friendly. During our stay, the pool and the jacuzzi were out of service and we were not notified through Expedia when we made the reservation.
Jeff
Our stay at Sea Otter Inn was incredible. The ocean view from our room and back porch was wonderful. Ocean, flowers and a huge shade tree to sit in our room’s Adirondack chairs to have coffee and tea. Had the ability to buy breakfast for the morning that is delivered in a gorgeous picnic basket. Great extra touch! Would absolutely stay here again and recommend to our friends as they travel up the coast!
Clarisse
Great place to stay!
Robert M
I loved this place. It was so close to the beach which was a huge plus for me and my partner. We loved our stay. It was very quiet, which we both don't mind at all because we enjoy a more less crowded and peaceful trips. The staff was friendly. They had 2 firepits which helped in the cold night/morning. You are able to see the beach from the parking lot and you are able to view the beautiful sunset right in the front of the Inn. They also have complimentary coffee, tea, apple cider, hot chocolate, and cookies that was a huge plus. Parking was very convient and non issue. Me and my partner would stay here again.
Anne
Great ocean view room! Best location. The staff is great.
Paul
Probably me but couldn’t get gas’s fireplace to work.
Xochilt
Clean and friendly
Grant
Rm 114 was warm and stuffy upon arrival. Had to leave the door ajar to get fresh air inside. Tried to get the air circulating with the air conditioner without much success. The small fridge (stored in the closet) froze all my food (turned the dial from 'off' to 'on' (0 to 1)) overnight on day one.The fridge door was crammed so tight against the wall that the door scratched the wall of the closet. The microwave needed two minutes to heat water in a cup for a cuppa tea or coffee. And the bed mattress was 'springy' in feel. Definitely did not feel like home. Shower had hot water though, thankfully. The site is quiet at night.
Suggest they open windows before guest check-in. And replace the appliances!!!
Suggest they open windows before guest check-in. And replace the appliances!!!
Jenifer
Cute breakfast basket delivered in the morning. Enjoyed the view of cows on the hillside behind the property (across the highway). Moonstone Beach was glorious - steps away across the street. Such a sweet place for a relaxing get away.
marilyn
Nice place, clean, friendly staff and plenty of parking.
David
The room was clean and comfortable. The grounds were well kept. The neighborhood was quiet with scenic views of the ocean. It couldn’t have been better.
Kenneth
Staff very helpful breakfast was excellent. Room was clean and comfortable.
Katherine
I was surprised that there was no breakfast available. The evening clerk was obviously in the back, but no matter how many times we called out she didn’t respond. She finally came out front with no apology. Other than that, it was a lovely place right across from the ocean.
nadine
The coast was right entrance of the hotel. You just across the street. Breath taking. Breakfast was delivered fresh to our room, great price and ina picnic basket. Really nice
Dolores
Wonderful location. Spacious room.
Darren
Friendly staff, clean room, and nice location
Fiona
Outdoor pool and hot tub closed . Staff said I has been closed since October for repairs. If you book through a third party then breakfast is not included. When they messaged that I could upgrade to an ocean view room I accepted. They then said oh no you booked through a third party. We have stayed there many times before but we will look into other options .
Fiona
The staff was really nice. The location was perfect for beach lover. They even had EV chargers for clients
Anthony
Our Favorite Spot.
Scot
great locations .. clean ..everyone was nice and helpful
lisa
Beautiful views, lovely staff. Saving this spot for a return trip soon, Access to beach boardwalk made a perfect morning walk.
Jay
The Room was clean.. The staff was great..
Rica
Room is ok. Need deep cleaning esp the bathroom and the floor it’s super dirty.
We were looking forward to use the jacuzzi but it was closed by the health dept.
We were looking forward to use the jacuzzi but it was closed by the health dept.
Marissa
Quiet and clean. We were told because we had booked the room through Expedia and not directly with the motel that we were not eligible for a free breakfast - they stated at check in that we would need to pay an additional fee if we wanted breakfast. The mini fridge was not functioning, a standing lamp in the room was not working and the shower handle was so loose it felt like it might fall off in my hands. The motel stated a late checkout was possibly available on a first come first serve basis and when we inquired we were denied the opportunity because they stated they were “short staffed.”
Judy
Pet friendly but no convenient place on property to take dog for late night potty. Did not disclose that pool and hot tub were closed at time of booking - learned at check in.
Kathleen
Clean room, very spacious (we upgraded to the suite) and great location.
Monica
The property was extremely pet friendly. We will definitely be coming back.
Rio
SeaOtter Inn is awesome clean and amazing view.
Joanie
Loved the location - right across from the beach. Loved that you had a code to get into the room instead of a card that could demagnetize at an inopportune time. Rooms spacious.
Kurt
Great location on Moonstone Beach.
Linnie
We didn’t receive breakfast. The jacuzzi and pool were not open.
Jennifer
Positives: room was clean and updated.
Negatives: shower amenities pump out a 1/4 tsp of product at a time. Fine, whatever. Room tidying only seems to happen upon request. Ok, but maybe let us know that in advance, or have a note about that in the room. Electric charger spots taken by gas cars. Is no one making sure this doesn’t happen? The closest charging station is Morro Bay. Guests are either loud in the morning or the walls are thin. Check in after 9 is 10 minutes away. It would have been nice to know this so we could have gone there first. The pool and hot tub were closed by order of the health department. Gross. We will not be back.
Negatives: shower amenities pump out a 1/4 tsp of product at a time. Fine, whatever. Room tidying only seems to happen upon request. Ok, but maybe let us know that in advance, or have a note about that in the room. Electric charger spots taken by gas cars. Is no one making sure this doesn’t happen? The closest charging station is Morro Bay. Guests are either loud in the morning or the walls are thin. Check in after 9 is 10 minutes away. It would have been nice to know this so we could have gone there first. The pool and hot tub were closed by order of the health department. Gross. We will not be back.
Linnie
Location is perfect. We did not receive breakfast. The pool and jacuzzi were both closed. They should let guests know. They’ll be out of service for some months.
Julie
The breakfast wasn’t included due to going through Expedia. Wendy was rude about going through Expedia and would not even help me with a mistake that was made in scheduling. She really shouldn’t be in hospitality. Doug knew something was up because he stayed to witness this interaction and let his colleague continue to be rude!
Bob
Clean, great staff. Location great. Pet friendly
Angelina
The Inn was cute and quint. Perfect pet friendly place to stay. Outdoor fire pits were on upon arrival. Nice, warm seating area to unwind. Overall loved it! Only problem was electricity went out at about 7:30am but came back up around 9:00.
Pamela
There were no designated areas for pets or smokers. I know smoking is not favored in Cambria, but most hotels have designated areas for pets and smokers. Also, the bed was terrible, hard as the floor.
Ofer
Great place
Sydney Angelica
Very impressed with how clean it was, and the employees were very friendly. Very walkable to the beach, and close proximity to the town. TVs also had great channels and access to Netflix. Rooms were very spacious and the front office had complimentary cookies, coffee, and tea.
Guy
Pet friendly
Marcelo
Nice property, beach front and close to Hearths castle
Pat
Very rude staff. The booking said breakfast included. When I asked front desk about it was told since I booked thru 3rd party we didn’t get breakfast.Next night went down the street and stayed at Sand Pebble Inn, booked thru 3rd party again and breakfast was included. Went up the entire coast of CA booking thru 3rd party and got breakfast at everyone one except the Sea Otter Inn. Pretty bad considering how much the room cost!!!
BRODERICK
Place was old but clean. Location is excellent. Very beautiful scenery and a few steps from the beach.
Rachel
Choose another site.
The room was clean. Decor seemed dated. Was not expecting to see so many guests with pets. Did not appeal to me as I do not like pets indoors.
We were sitting outside on the little patios with fire pits. Person at front desk walked right by us and lit other fire pits for other guests and never did so for us.
Tried opening window for ventilation and it kept sticking and never was able to reopen or totally close it. Room stuffy.
Will try other facilities in same area. Will not rebook for this site.
We were sitting outside on the little patios with fire pits. Person at front desk walked right by us and lit other fire pits for other guests and never did so for us.
Tried opening window for ventilation and it kept sticking and never was able to reopen or totally close it. Room stuffy.
Will try other facilities in same area. Will not rebook for this site.
Mia
Wonderful location right near the beach. Nice pool/hot tub/ firepits. Yummy breakfast served to room. Loved that it was pet friendly. Easy parking right near room. Very friendly and helpful manager- thank you Doug!!😊
Kiyomi
Enjoyed My Stay at Sea Otter Inn
Overall, a very good stay. I just wished the carpet between the beds had been cleaner and the shower head offered more flexibility. The staff were kind and helpful. The beds were comfortable and clean, and the room had a charming look. It was also nice to have access to the outdoor pool and hot tub.
Stacy
Loved they had EV charging
Dwayne
Fantastic stay.
Patio chairs provided to watch the waves and the sunset. The fireplace made the spacious room, cozy.
Jan
Dated Inn, not too clean
Dated Inn. Dirty rug in the rooms, apart from that okay clean. Rooms a little rustic and simple. Front-desk not the friendliest. Sends way too advertising and spam emails.
Rosa
Across from the ocean, walkable and very cute, cottage feel.
Lisa
Very quaint, clean, well appointed. Check in staff was wonderful. She gave us lots of recommendations. Quiet and great beds!
Angela
Great Place to Stay
Amazing, location, comfortable beds and spacious rooms. Friendly staff with coffee, tea and water availble in the lobby. Quiet and very convenient to town.
Iana
We had such a wonderful and relaxing stay at Sea Otter Inn! From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed. The atmosphere is peaceful, warm, and inviting — perfect for a family getaway. The service was excellent, and every staff member we interacted with was kind, attentive, and accommodating.
The area around the inn is beautiful and serene, just a short walk to the ocean, with scenic views and fresh coastal air. The grounds are well-kept, and we especially loved the sparkling clean swimming pool and cozy jacuzzi, which felt like such a treat after a day of exploring.
We stayed with our 10-month-old baby and our dog, and it couldn’t have been a better experience. The inn is incredibly family- and pet-friendly, which made everything so much easier and more enjoyable. They even had charming little touches like a fireplace in the room and a lovely breakfast delivered to the door in the morning.
Everything felt clean, calm, and comfortable — we truly felt at home. We’re already looking forward to coming back. Thank you, Sea Otter Inn, for such a lovely and memorable stay!
The area around the inn is beautiful and serene, just a short walk to the ocean, with scenic views and fresh coastal air. The grounds are well-kept, and we especially loved the sparkling clean swimming pool and cozy jacuzzi, which felt like such a treat after a day of exploring.
We stayed with our 10-month-old baby and our dog, and it couldn’t have been a better experience. The inn is incredibly family- and pet-friendly, which made everything so much easier and more enjoyable. They even had charming little touches like a fireplace in the room and a lovely breakfast delivered to the door in the morning.
Everything felt clean, calm, and comfortable — we truly felt at home. We’re already looking forward to coming back. Thank you, Sea Otter Inn, for such a lovely and memorable stay!
Verified traveler
Nice place!
Place is very nice. The room was clean and very large. Two features really important to us — walk-in shower and hypo-allergenic bedding. It’s a little dated, but I’ll take that over some of the marginal places we have stayed on Moonstone Beach.
Achile
Wendee was amazing. They went out of their way to make you feel welcome wonderful place. We’ll definitely be back.
Vana
Not worth the high price.
Did not enjoy our stay here the rooms are very dated bathrooms cabinets are chipped the heater doesn’t work without the fireplace on but no instructions on how to operate. The housekeeping was non existent but you could ask for extra towels. But the girls would congratulate outside our window and talk which woke us up both mornings. We left a day early without a refund.
Lynn
I like that they have a continental breakfast brought to your room every morning. They have fresh coffee in the office all day and fresh warm cookies in the afternoon. The housekeeping staff is very pleasant. The hotel is right across the street from the ocean.
I wish they would keep the pool area open until 10:00
I wish they would keep the pool area open until 10:00
Shaun
Great location and friendly staff.
Galen
Excellent accommodations
Amber
Loved the add-on breakfast delivered to our door. They also offer complimentary cookies and coffee in the lobby. Very nice pool, hot tub, and fireside seats. Easy walking distance to the beach and Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill.
Jose
The Hotel was pretty good, good location and clean. The lady at the front was very rude would probably be an understatement. She sprayed my gf and I with cold water while we were enjoying our time in the hot tub. The hot tub closed at 9:00 pm and we were spayed with cold water at 8:57 pm, I guess that was her way to kick us out. I would have greatly appreciated a warming or any kind of communication and we would have gladly exited the hot tub. After the incident she didn’t apologize or really cared about the incident. I travel a lot and I have never experienced a hotel staff be so rude ever.
Avoid this place at all cost, plenty of other hotels just as nice with better staff that will not ruined your night.
I’ve stayed at other hotels nearby and staff are much better.
Avoid this place at all cost, plenty of other hotels just as nice with better staff that will not ruined your night.
I’ve stayed at other hotels nearby and staff are much better.
FERNANDO
Not good customer service
Marin
It was cute and quaint.
Jeremy
Nice place
Claudine
Excellent ocean view. Room is spacious and clean. Staff are friendly starting from reception to housekeeping. Only issue was weak WIFI.
James
Everything about this place was perfect and beautiful right by the ocean simply the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in
PAUL
Breakfast is very convenient, room is quiet and comfortable. Firepits are great. Good location
Valerie
Fabulous! Wonderful location and the amenities with hot tub and pool was a nice surprise.
Michael T.
Lovely inn
Kevin
Great trip. The people were very friendly
Ehab
Fantastic
Verified traveler
Lovely hotel with a view of the ocean
Lovely hotel with a view of the ocean. This was my second time staying, and I would gladly visit again.
Liane
Very nice location. We didn't have a whole lot of high expectations. We booked a ocean view room and that while it has a good view of the water and could hear the ocean at night, it's pretty noisy during the day with cars going by. The room is spacious and having a fireplace is a nice touch. Even in May it was chilly enough to have it on.
We loved having the boardwalk just across the street and were out walking everyday. It's only a 2 mile walk into town. Having breakfast delivered in the morning is a nice touch. However, if only they could stop the annoying pounding on the door to notify you. Maybe use a bell or something gentler.
We loved having the boardwalk just across the street and were out walking everyday. It's only a 2 mile walk into town. Having breakfast delivered in the morning is a nice touch. However, if only they could stop the annoying pounding on the door to notify you. Maybe use a bell or something gentler.
patricia
Nice, small, cute place across from Moonstone Beach. Close to beach boardwalk and Moonstone Bar and Grill.
Justine
Quiant
Lynda
Beautiful little hotel by the beach. Outside of the back door is cute little sitting area to enjoy your morning coffee and breakfast that is brought to your door. There is also a fire pit just outside your front door to enjoy the cool ocean air and the sounds of the ocean. We will definitely stay here when we are back in the area!
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Sea Otter Inn
Moonstone Beach Dr, 6656, Cambria, United States
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