Sea Horse Resort

United States , Los Angeles - CA
SAN CLEMENTE, 602 Avenida Victoria
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10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2026

Cheryl

Ocean view, great location, walking trail, food and other services near by our within walking distance. Staff were great.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2026

Kelly

This is a beautiful place. super close to the pier and a gorgeous view. Lots of nearby restaurants, beautiful area. Only negative for us was that the walls seem to be pretty thin. You can hear people closing doors and walking up and down stairs easily.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2026

Judith

The location is amazing, The room was clean, bigger than we expected and the staff was nice and welcoming. We will definitely be staying again!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2026

Ava

In quaint lil San Clemente you feel you really understand from the heart what The Beach Boys were singing about! The Seahorse Resort puts you pole position. You could be pleasantly entertained all day long with the people watching opportunities from the patio- whether they be walking their dogs, surfing the waves, or onboarding or off boarding the Amtrack Surfliner that conveniently whizzes past. Shopping & dining is abundant & only a stroll away. Should you choose to dine in, you are equip with a kitchenette, living room with a sizeable space for guests & a patio for stargazing throughout the evening. Abundant gratitude. Good V8bes. Se. You provide a lil slice 9f heaven & rejuv8nation. Good vibes!!!!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2026

Steven

Great views of the beach, lots of window!

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Elizabeth

Spotless and perfectly appointed, with a beautifully renovated shower in the bathroom, very courteous service, and unbeatable views. Can't wait to return soon!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2026

Michael

Nice, clean spacious two bedroom beautiful ocean view perfect location

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

Vincent

Room wasn’t cleaned yet. Hotel.com charged my card and hotel charged my card a higher rate so more than double. Room view was beautiful people nice just no one to make decisions. Nice room with view. Would return but just book directly not hotel.com

Partner

2/10

Poor

12 Feb 2026

Angela

Had to haul my giant suitcause all the way up the stairs, Uncomfortable beds, terrible phone service, terrible wifi, room stunk.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Victor

Room was very nice and the view was breathtaking

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Crystalynn

Amazing Stay! I’m already looking at the website to see the availability for around my birthday! Such a beautiful property! I truly enjoyed my stay.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2026

Tony

This was 2nd time visiting with the family. It was more of a local quick trip but the rest, views, and accommodation was great. The kitchen was nice to have, great local coffee shops and restaurants and just a family friendly safe location with great sunset. I am coming again. Thank you.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jan 2026

Rodolfo

Great stay

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2026

darryl

Room was great. Staff were awesome

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2026

TIMOTHY

Location of room and ocean view

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2025

Eddie

This was an awesome hotel. The view alone was worth the price. The room was spacious it has a small kitchen with large fridge. The balcony overlooks the beach and is directly across from the pier. The only downside is the trains but considering how close the tracks are it still isn't very loud it didn't keep us awake or disturb our sleep. We would definitely stay again

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Dec 2025

Ann

No beach view from our room; parking limited but expensive;poor maid service; front receptionist not knowledgeable about property

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Aaron Salvador

Awesome stay, parking was scary

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

28 Dec 2025

Amy

We never got room restock with coffee , and towels.
When we asked had to go to front desk and call again.
View great .. but lacked a welcome feel.
Last time it was wonderful. This time off

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2025

David

We had a 3rd level room with “obstructed” view and no balcony. It was perfect! We had a terrific, full view of the beach and pier, no balcony but the living room had comfy chairs we turned to face the window and we were warm and relaxed. The whole apartment was very comfortable and well equipped for us and our dog. The beach is right there, the train noise is minimal and pleasant.
Great stay over Thanksgiving weekend!

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2025

Ryan

Great view of the beach and pier, everything was great!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2025

Gia

Very nice

8/10

Excellent

18 Dec 2025

Olympious

The room was nice and clean.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Dec 2025

edward

Great view of beach

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2025

Galina

So peaceful, convenient, the beach area is so accommodating, hosts are so nice and friendly, the place is always clean and has everything we needed.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Dec 2025

Sancho

Clean room with amazing beach views.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2025

Michelle

Unobstructed ocean view. Walking distance to lots of unique cafes. On-site parking. Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas and sand toys available to borrow.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Dec 2025

roger

The room was spacious and spotless and the balcony was great! The view of the pier and the ocean was spectacular. The inclusion of a designated parking space was a real plus.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2025

Patricia

First, the view! The location is perfect too.

8/10

Excellent

26 Nov 2025

Allan

A fine room that was spacious, clean and a great view and balcony. The staff was friendly and helpful. The new host at my checking was a pleasure to get acquainted with.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2025

Robert

The room was spacious and even had a convenient spot to park our three bicycles. The ocean view was stunning, and the balcony made it easy to enjoy the fresh air. While the Amtrak train passes through periodically, it’s simply part of the San Clemente beach experience. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and I’ll definitely be returning.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2025

terrance

The beach view was amazing and the room was very clean. The staff took care of all our needs .

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

Jeanne

I truly enjoyed my stay at this property. I felt like I was somewhere far away. I already booked my next stay. Everything was perfect!

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2025

Francisco

This hotel is a small older hotel but it has cute charm. The location great, across from the beach. Room is kept up, clean and spacious. If you’re looking for a modern hotel this isn’t it but it’s still a great hotel. Several cafe’s to eat at are below the hotel at street level. Room comes with kitchen with fridge. Would stay again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Nov 2025

Elsa

On a very cool foggy morning ( while waiting for the sun to break through) it would have been more comfortable if the seating in the living room was more accommodating to relax in . Perhaps a longer sofa and or an ottoman to go with the high back chair.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Nov 2025

Gerald

Wi-Fi in my room was very erratic making it difficult to work. Otherwise clean and decent room

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2025

Christopher

Yes

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2025

Melanie

Great hotel, great staff and great view!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2025

Luke

Awesome.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2025

Scott

Really cute property, very friendly staff, great location!

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2025

Kelly

Perfect location, friendly, helpful staff, lovely accommodations. Another wonderful stay at Sea Horse Resort!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Veronica

Great room and perfect location with ocean view…loved it, will be back!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2025

Jesse

The location is unbeatable, and the staff were very friendly. Our room was ready several hours early, which was a welcomed treat!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2025

Paul

Excellent location!! Excellent view !! Everyone was
Outstanding!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2025

Ryan

Vacation

Good local getaway. Was just right.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2025

Joe

Right across the street from Beach

Partner

2/10

Poor

24 Sep 2025

David

We stayed here in March of 2025. We had a nice room with an ocean front balcony view on the top level booked through Expedia. About $170 a night. We booked another stay in June 2025 for September 2025, used the previous booking as the reference for our new booking. The price was nearly double $300 because it is in season. I was ok with that. We showed up on check in day, and they put us in a ground floor with only a deck view right on the street. I objected vehemently( told them it was BS) to the room choice and they blamed it on Expedia. Saying it was because we booked through Expedia and not directly with them. I told them we had booked through Expedia in March and had the room up on the top level and used the same reference for the booking.The room we got is a converted office, turned into a studio room. Scarcely decorated, with no view at all from the bedroom(a 7ft partition wall separates the foyer(they call it a sitting area) from the bedroom . The shower is a 40\"X40\" water closet and is on the opposite side of the room from the bathroom. The doors that enter the room are office doors with blinds inside the glass. It sits right on the street, and we had 3 incidences where people came trying to open our door as though it was the office. One woman actually walked in and asked us if this was the office.We will not be staying there again, but expect Expedia to contact us and refund us some of the room charges. I took pictures for reference. Terrible experience.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2025

Linda

I am giving this property a 10 it’s probably very underrated, but it is the number one location in San Clemente right across from the pier. The rooms are very spacious and large and clean. The view is a 10+ unbelievable what a great value at the seahorse resort, thank you team.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

peter

We booked for two nights and were impressed with the cleanliness of the hotel and proximity to the pier. The partial ocean view was better than many hotels with full ocean views (the room was spacious with a full size refrigerator and nice kitchenette), with a direct view of the pier and beach.
Check in was easy and the staff were friendly and accommodating.
The only negative comments I have are the parking, which is limited and extremely tight, and the narrow stairs which lead to the office and rooms. People with injuries or disabilities might have issues accessing the rooms because the hotel is built into the hillside (as all of them in the area are).
Overall, we greatly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend Seahorse Resort.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2025

Gloria

We had an amazing stay at the Sea Horse Resort in San Clemente! The room view was absolutely stunning, with a breathtaking view of the ocean waves and the San Clemente pier. We also enjoyed watching the Amtrak train and the trolley pass by.

The check-in process was seamless, and parking was a breeze. The ladies in the office were super friendly and made us feel welcome.

The room was spotless and comfortable, and we loved the cozy atmosphere. However, we made the mistake of sleeping with the balcony door open and the fan on, which didn't quite work out as planned since the train noise woke us up in the middle of the night.

Despite that minor hiccup, everything else was perfect. The resort's location is unbeatable, with plenty of great restaurants within walking distance. We even took the trolley to a popular Mexican spot, which was a fantastic experience.
5/5 stars
The sound of the waves was like music to our ears, and we felt so lucky to be able to listen to it all night. We're already looking forward to our next visit and can't wait to explore more of San Clemente. Highly recommend the Sea Horse Resort to anyone looking for a relaxing coastal getaway!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2025

shannon

Perfect location for getting to know the area. Right across the street from the pier, Amtrak stop and lots of places to eat plus a convenience store at the end of the block. Downtown is about a 25 minute uphill walk. The trolley stop is across the street which will take you several places within San Clemente.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2025

Jonathan

Nice and good quality room with an amazing g view. Will be back again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2025

Cody

Street and alley parking is tough.

But the inside felt really cozy. We brought our dog and she loved it as well. Spacious and clean right next to the beach

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2025

Dorothy

Cute hotel and our room had a great view. Check-in was ok considering we had to access a lock box to get a key. Smart locks would be a great upgrade for this hotel since the office closes at 7pm. We had to meter park on the street because there were no spots left.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2025

Amelia

Beautiful sunset on the balcony. Wonderful time at the beach.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2025

Matthew

Amazing location and view!

I had a wonderful stay. A lot of space and my room had an awesome view of the beach and the pier. Was a quick walk to the beach and they offer beach towels and chairs for you to use. Also close to a small store and a couple of places to grab a quick bite to eat. It is a bit of an older property but it is well maintained. The staff is very friendly. I hesitate to review this too well because it’s a relatively small property and I don’t want it to sell out the next time I want to visit.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2025

Rene

Great place to stay and enjoy.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2025

DAWN

Great place to stay.The staff was awsome very nice and great customer service.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2025

Christian

Couldn't recommend more highly we went for a weekend getaway and staff was friendly and helpful, great location we had a great time.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2025

Lisa

Beautiful ocean views across from Pier

What a wonderful vacation! We loved the spacious room and small kitchen, though we never cooked…there are too many great options for dining in the area. We especially enjoyed having breakfast at Frenchies Café on the lower level of our building and dinner at Fisherman's Restaurant on the pier. Having a dedicated parking space was a real treat. Our room was ocean view, so we loved sitting on the patio, people watching and hearing the waves crashing. You do hear the trains throughout the day, not at night, but they go through quickly. We definitely plan to stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2025

Sheila

We love this property for a fun weekend by the beach. The staff is always helpful and friendly!

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2025

Erika

Great location, staff was very nice and helpful.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Nathan

Such a great experience here! Location is perfect, room layout is well thought out, and there are lots of windows.

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jul 2025

Tor

Funky older property but nice to be near the beach and have a kitchen. It's a pretty active spot with a lot going on (train crossing that frequently blows train whistle, a trolly bus stop right in front, lots of people accessing the pier and beach. Good food options and great beach access make it mostly worth it.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2025

Kristina

The property is wonderful; excellent space and right across the street from the beach. The staff is friendly and the views are unmatched.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2025

Ana

Enjoyed our stay tremendously! Great view great weather !

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2025

Verified traveler

Great spot

Just a quick little one day getaway. San Clemente is a great town and the hotel was a very cool and perfect spot to walk to different places and I had an ocean view.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2025

Gina

The best location in San Clemente! We stayed in a studio, ocean view and it was perfect - spacious, clean, modern. It has 2 ceiling fans to keep it cool. Great patio and priceless view of the ocean and pier. Yes - it’s a busy spot and can get loud with traffic, train, and people - but we expected it given the location - so no complaints here… (just a warning if you’re looking for peace and quiet by the ocean)

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jun 2025

Karissa

Pros: The room was clean and seemed to be somewhat recently renovated. The view was amazing and the villa we stayed in had a nice sized balcony to enjoy the ocean view. There is a stairway right next to the rooms leading directly to the shops and cafes, then just cross the street to reach the beach and pier. I loved having the kitchenette to store and reheat leftovers. The staff was very friendly.
Con’s: My main and biggest complaint was the bed. I have a lot of back/hip pain and prefer a more plush mattress and this one was very hard. There were 4 pillows on the king bed but I tend to sleep with a couple extra. When I requested a few extra pillows I was told they had no more as the rooms were supplied with the allotted amount. After waking up at 3am in pain we ended up running to Target the next morning to buy a foam mattress topper and extra pillows. There is also a train track on the opposite side of the road that we did hear at least once in the middle of the night. There is a barn door for the bathroom that is not sealed so I would not recommend this room for newer couples. You can definitely hear everything that goes on behind that door and even make eye contact with someone on the toilet if you’re at the right angle (my husband likes to make things awkward). My only other minor complaint is the TV. It is hung in the living space with 2 chairs in front of it. The bed is around the corner. It would be nice to have a place to snuggle up and watch a movie/show.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2025

Elaine

Great location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2025

Bartolome

Great location, the building is a bit old and rundown

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2025

Diana

love that it is walkable to pier and beach and a few eateries. cute and comfy decor. Parking is easy as long as you have a compact car. A BBQ or community BBQ is not offered. so the kitchen is limited. Only cooking available with the kitchen is a microwave and a very small cooktop. No oven.The bed could definitely use an upgrade. Staff was very inviting and courteous. The loudness around the property can make it hard to relax and or read a book along with sleeping.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2025

DONALD

Staff and location was excellent. Older building but well equipped. Water pressure in shower was too low.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2025

Charlotte

Perfect getaway! I loved the private assigned parking since the area was so congested. Beautiful views!

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2025

Sheldon

Wonderful view and amenities. The only complaint was the noise of the commuter train.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2025

Matthew

Such a gem! Clean, convenient, and just all around wonderful. Can't wait to stay again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2025

Robyn

We have stayed here several times. Love the ocean view!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2025

Bradley

Amazing property and staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2025

David

We had the most amazing view from our balcony.....the pictures on the Expedia website are so real

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2025

HERSHA

Great value for the cost. Beautiful

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2025

Kimberly

Lovely staff and excellent room and location! Modern design, really nice rain shower. Plus parking. Love that it’s dog friendly as well. Will visit again.

Business Pet

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2025

Susan

Absolutely loved this place!!! Close to everything! And the villa was well equipped and I love the decor!!!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2025

Matthew

My stay at the Sea Horse Resort was absolutely fantastic. Even before my trip, I had been in contact with one of their representatives about various questions I had, and when I arrived, I finally got to meet him in person. We had a great conversation, which made me feel incredibly welcomed. Not just him, but every employee I spoke with was genuinely engaged and eager to chat, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. It felt more like being at home than staying at a hotel.

The room was perfect—comfortable bed, a stunning view of the pier and sunset, and a well-thought-out layout. I had everything I needed to prepare meals and enjoy a great dining experience right in my room. I couldn’t find a single thing to complain about. If someone told me I had to live in this room in San Clemente, I’d be more than happy to!

Even when I encountered a small issue—returning to find a broken glass in my room—the level of care from the staff stood out. I was able to reach the manager after hours and her first concern was whether I had been injured. She reassured me multiple times, showing true hospitality and attentiveness.

My family has stayed here before, and after having my own experience, I can confidently say this was one of the best stays I’ve ever had at a hotel. I felt more than just a guest—I felt truly welcomed and cared for. I highly recommend this hotel. My room was #6, and even with a partial view, it was more than enough to feel completely satisfied with my overall experience

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2025

Lori

We enjoyed out stay here! The property was clean and newly renovated. The view and patio were perfect. It's a short walk to town which is filled with restaurants and shopping. We did not have many interactions with the staff but they were very nice to check in and out with.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2025

Dianna

Beautiful!

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2025

george

Place is outstanding

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Feb 2025

Anthony

Nice!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Feb 2025

Hye

Everything was wonderful, friendly staffs, room was
Cute, clean, cozy~!!! Sunset View from room was so healing. Loved vibe of area.
Definitely come back ^^

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

12 Feb 2025

john

Staying just behind the pier so it's gorgeous. Amtrack comes bye every couple of hours, day and night. So if sleep isn't big on your list, it's perfect!

Business

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2025

Alice

Other

Had family emergency - had to check out 1day early ; I requested refund of the 1day - but was not granted .
Kitchenette was not clean when we entered it had 1/2 bottle of soda & 1/2 eaten apple .
But overall location near beach was fantastic

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2025

valerie

Perfect place to celebrate my Husband Bday

We had a wonderful stay Room 6- partial sea view that is actually stunning. This property is impeccable and so well decorated.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2025

Mary

I’ll be there again next year! The room and the location we’re perfect.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2025

Tammy

This is our go to! Our favorite place to stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2025

Nikolai-Moises

Great location. Easy check in. Easy parking situation. Beautiful views. Very comfortable.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2025

Darcy

The perfect way to start 2025!

I really enjoyed my time at the Sea Horse Resort. My room, The Catalina, had a spacious patio that overlooked the pier and beach. It was perfect for relaxing in the morning with coffee watching the waves and in the evening with wine watching the sunset.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2025

Kelli

As always, I enjoyed my third stay at the Seahorse.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2025

joseph

Getaway

Nice place great view great area. Good to relax and enjoy the beach & the community. Al the shops had nice people ready to assist.