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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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tom
United Kingdom“Very good value and selection and was included in the price !” - Simon
United States“Fabulous location, clean and comfortable with helpful and friendly staff - breakfast delivered to the door a nice touch!” - Jill
United Kingdom“Perfect location - just across the road from Moonstone Beach. Lovely private swimming pool and very helpful staff.” - Pamela
United Kingdom“Absolutely perfect, we loved the room, the decor, the fire, hot tub, pool... List goes on.” - Timb
United Kingdom“Heated pool, jacuzzi, breakfast service and PCH location.” - Sarah
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“Very easy to check-in and check out. Great facilities and location.” - Gwyn
Australia“Clean, charming. Close to beach - perfect to watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. Generous breakfast” - Caryn
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“Fantastic location, amazing staff and great rooms as well!”
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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.




The fine print
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.