About this property

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. Breakfast basket delivery is available for a charge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Top pick by families with children

Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good value and selection and was included in the price !
  • Simon
    United States United States
    Fabulous location, clean and comfortable with helpful and friendly staff - breakfast delivered to the door a nice touch!
  • Jill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location - just across the road from Moonstone Beach. Lovely private swimming pool and very helpful staff.
  • Pamela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely perfect, we loved the room, the decor, the fire, hot tub, pool... List goes on.
  • Timb
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Heated pool, jacuzzi, breakfast service and PCH location.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    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.
  • Wei-ting
    Taiwan Taiwan
    Very easy to check-in and check out. Great facilities and location.
  • Gwyn
    Australia Australia
    Clean, charming. Close to beach - perfect to watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Generous breakfast
  • Caryn
    South Africa South Africa
    This Inn surpassed our expectations…the room is spacious, the little patio that you can sit on and enjoy the ocean views was amazing and the fireplace was a big bonus.
  • Alexey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location, amazing staff and great rooms as well!

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House rules

Sea Otter Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in, photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.