3 Star Hotel

Blue Dolphin Inn

6470 Moonstone Beach Drive , Cambria, CA, United States View Map

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Overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Moonstone Beach, this inn is 10 minutes’ drive to Hearst Castle. A fireplace and bathrobes are provided in all rooms. Moonstone Boardwalk is 100 feet away. Offering a flat-screen TV, every room is styled in refined wood furnishings and shades of blue, cream and bright white accents. Select rooms feature a full or partial ocean view at Blue Dolphin Inn. San Simeon State Park is 10 minutes’ drive away from Blue Dolphin Inn. Elephant Seal Beach is 15 minutes’ drive away.

371 Reviews

9.2Exceptional
Cleanliness
9.5
Staff
9.3
Location
9.7

What Guests Say

  • “The ocean breeze coming in the window at night makes for a very calming sleep! The staff were very nice.”
  • “It is located in the middle of Moonstone Beach Drive, this is nice since it is a couple of motels down from the Moonstone Bar and Grill.…”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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King Room with Ocean View1/4

King Room with Ocean View

377 sqft • 1 King

  • Bathrobe(s)
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Fireplace
  • Flat-screen TV
Quadruple Room1/4

Quadruple Room

2 Queen

  • Bathrobe(s)
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Fireplace
  • Flat-screen TV
Standard King Room1/3

Standard King Room

313 sqft • 1 King

  • Bathrobe(s)
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Fireplace
  • Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Two Queen Beds Room1/4

Deluxe Two Queen Beds Room

313 sqft • 2 Double

  • Bathrobe(s)
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Fireplace
  • Flat-screen TV
Deluxe King Room1/4

Deluxe King Room

313 sqft • 1 King

  • Bathrobe(s)
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Fireplace
  • Flat-screen TV
King Ocean View with Patio1/4

King Ocean View with Patio

377 sqft • 1 King

  • Balcony
  • Bathrobe(s)
  • Coffee/tea machine
  • Fireplace

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    What Guests Loved

    9.2
    Exceptional

    Based on 371 reviews

    Location

    9.7

    Cleanliness

    9.5

    Staff

    9.3

    Overall Quality

    9.1

    Pros +

    • The ocean breeze coming in the window at night makes for a very calming sleep! The staff were very nice.
    • It is located in the middle of Moonstone Beach Drive, this is nice since it is a couple of motels down from the Moonstone Bar and Grill. It is not far from Cambria's main street. Room was nice size and the bed was comfortable.
    • Location and nice seating areas.

    Cons -

    • The bed, and pillows are ready for replacement; the smoke alarm went off 3 times during the night for no reason, and the toilet paper is really terrible! The fake fireplace is quite cheesy :(
    • Other then waiting 45 minutes for our room to be ready. It¿s was a great location! The staff was apologetic for the inconvenience. We had a Pleasant stay. To out surprise on our last day the Hotel credited us $$ on our credit card for the inconvenience
    • The room was a bit smaller than I expected but the service made up for any shortcomings. The HOT, delicious breakfast delivered directly to our room for a private cozy meal was a wonderful surprise.
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    9RosePosted on: 11-17-2024

    The ocean breeze coming in the window at night makes for a very calming sleep! The staff were very nice.

    The bed, and pillows are ready for replacement; the smoke alarm went off 3 times during the night for no reason, and the toilet paper is really terrible! The fake fireplace is quite cheesy :(

    9DonaldPosted on: 4-17-2022

    It is located in the middle of Moonstone Beach Drive, this is nice since it is a couple of motels down from the Moonstone Bar and Grill. It is not far from Cambria's main street. Room was nice size and the bed was comfortable.

    3CynthiaPosted on: 2-18-2021

    Location and nice seating areas.

    Other then waiting 45 minutes for our room to be ready. It¿s was a great location! The staff was apologetic for the inconvenience. We had a Pleasant stay. To out surprise on our last day the Hotel credited us $$ on our credit card for the inconvenience

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 1-26-2021

    Location across from the ocean with a nice walking path and the serene feeling to watch the beautiful sunset. The hotel has a boutique Inn feel to it and we felt safe and secure, including our vehicle. The warm fireplace and soaker tub were added perks.

    The room was a bit smaller than I expected but the service made up for any shortcomings. The HOT, delicious breakfast delivered directly to our room for a private cozy meal was a wonderful surprise.

    10LauraPosted on: 11-5-2020

    It's a small hotel with beautiful amenities and right on the ocean. Perfect location! Due to covid our breakfast was put in a paper bag and left at our door. Wonderful accommodations!

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 8-16-2020

    Room with Patio and Ocean View. Friendly Staff. Easy Parking. Effort to place a bag with some breakfast in front of the door during this difficult COVID time.

    Everything was perfect, just missed slippers.

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-5-2020

    Location, price, and Cambria.No Sprint service at this area in Cambria.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 2-2-2020

    Location, warm reception, perfect for a two-day getaway. Already planning a trip back next January. Told friends that it was perfect for them to enjoy time with their significant other. Close drive to Paso wine country.

    5Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 9-11-2019

    Location

    No air conditioning in rooms Breakfast was brought to from in plastic containers We were three and only a table for two for breakfast. We wanted a one page thing printed but it was too difficult for the staff

    10DionPosted on: 3-30-2017

    I love that it didn't have the feel of a traditional hotel. Quaint location, perfect if you just want to be away from everything. Except Hearst Castle which is about 8 miles up the road or so. The nearest grocery store was 20 miles. Loved it

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 2-15-2017

    The hotel had a great location, awesome staff and beautiful rooms. I highly recommend the Blue Dolphin Inn. Even the unexpectedly made to order (free) breakfast was outstanding and served in a little to go bag so we could take it out to the beach and eat.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 1-30-2017

    Location! Beautiful views of the Pacific and across the street from the boardwalk walkway. Lots of seating areas outside the hotel to relax and enjoy your breakfast and the view.

    8BarbaraPosted on: 6-21-2016

    Small hotel, friendly staff, very clean rooms. Within easy walk to restaurant. Loved having dvd to use for the night. Nice breakfast brought to the room. Nice to have "real" coffee mugs and glass glasses to drink out of. Met all necessities.

    Room was quite small but adequate for an overnight. Decor was lovely.

    10DerekPosted on: 6-15-2015

    I was actually surprised, since there are different reviews everywhere saying anywhere from 2 star hotel to four star hotel. But I thought all together It was very pleasant. Great staff, great breakfast, great room awesome beds and very very clean.

    The check in was a tiny bit slow because there is only one person at a desk checking you in but they make up for it in personality and dedication to customer service. She walked us to the room and showed us how to work everything and where everything was.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-25-2015

    The patio and the proximity to the beach and boardwalk. Being in walking distance to an excellent seafood restaurant.

    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-26-2022

    It´s accessible and close to beach.

    9NancyPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Breakfast was delicious. Fireside outside was fun. View was great.

    Mattress was saggy. Gave me a backache.

    9LaurelPosted on: 1-19-2026

    We had a lovely time. Loved the location on the beach and within walking distance to a nice restaurant. The staff was helpful and nice. The only reason I gave it 9 stars instead of 10 is because there is no air conditioning. We were there in October, so that wasn't a problem, but it could be in the summer. The rooms have large windows that open, which we enjoyed.

    10RebeccaPosted on: 1-16-2026

    Room was perfect. Nice window view. Right across the street from Moonstone Beach. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fine for my roommate, but not for me. No fault of theirs, I have a lot of food allergies. The breakfast wrap was big enough for two meals for my roommate. We will definitely be returning!

    We had trouble with the tv. We didn't really need it anyway, but neither working the remote or the broadcasting program was workable for us..

    8AnnaPosted on: 1-3-2026

    Breakfast and location was my favorite

    Heating and air was no control.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    If you traveling with children, Blue Dolphin Inn's other properties on Booking.com: Sand Pebbles Inn or Castle Inn may be more suitable.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Location

    Blue Dolphin Inn

    6470 Moonstone Beach Drive , Cambria, CA

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