2 Star Hotel

Sands By The Sea Motel

9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, CA, United States View Map

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Sands By The Sea Motel

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Located 2.8 mi away from Hearst Castle, Sands by the Sea Motel guests have access to the pool at Cavalier Oceanfront Resort. All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi. Free guest parking is also offered. All rooms include a flat screen TV with satellite and cable channels, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Ironing facilities are also available. Select rooms include fans. A 24 front desk is available to guests of the Sands by the Sea. A business center is also provided. San Simeon State Park is 1.9 mi away from this motel. W R Hearst Memorial State Beach is 7 minutes’ drive away.

606 Reviews

7.7Good

What Guests Say

  • “Oceanfront, free continental breakfast, great amenities”
  • “I liked that it was close to the beach and the view was amazing (not from the room- it doesn¿t have ocean view rooms). They had room…”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Beachfront
  • Business Center
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King Room

270 sqft • 1 King

  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds1/4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

270 sqft • 2 Queen

  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carbon monoxide detector

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    What Guests Loved

    7.7
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    Based on 606 reviews

    Pros +

    • Oceanfront, free continental breakfast, great amenities
    • I liked that it was close to the beach and the view was amazing (not from the room- it doesn¿t have ocean view rooms). They had room service and provided $5 vouchers to use for food at the restaurant next door.
    • Location Right next to the water, literally walking distance very nice, they also have huge fire pits out back which was excellent at night. Hotel also provided lumber for fire pits which made it even better

    Cons -

    • The room¿s carpet had a big dirty spot and was old. The pillows smelled like they had not been changed.
    • I did not like being tricked into thinking I would have an ocean view. The furniture was tore up. They do not give a complimentary breakfast- they give a discount coupon. And you have to go to a different hotel for check in/out
    • I did not like that very dirty carpet and no circulating air in the rooms
    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-25-2023

    Oceanfront, free continental breakfast, great amenities

    4Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 5-24-2023

    I liked that it was close to the beach and the view was amazing (not from the room- it doesn¿t have ocean view rooms). They had room service and provided $5 vouchers to use for food at the restaurant next door.

    The room¿s carpet had a big dirty spot and was old. The pillows smelled like they had not been changed.

    3Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 3-28-2023

    I did not like being tricked into thinking I would have an ocean view. The furniture was tore up. They do not give a complimentary breakfast- they give a discount coupon. And you have to go to a different hotel for check in/out

    7AndresPosted on: 10-26-2022

    Location Right next to the water, literally walking distance very nice, they also have huge fire pits out back which was excellent at night. Hotel also provided lumber for fire pits which made it even better

    I did not like that very dirty carpet and no circulating air in the rooms

    6Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 8-30-2022

    location and beach access makes this motel favorable.

    room carpet cleanliness questionable. shower stall very small. desk chair was worn out and torn.

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-1-2022

    I loved that this hotel was right on the ocean. The property is big with lots of things to do out in the yard. There was no continental breakfast right there but a voucher toward that at the restaurant next door.

    It was definitely an older hotel but well kept and clean

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 2-1-2022

    Clean and in a great location from the beach. Staff was helpful when needed.

    6RuthPosted on: 7-18-2021

    This is a cheap get away but not that great of a place. It¿s outdated and we would have been uncomfortable if it had been hot.

    It¿s old. It¿s dirty. It¿s not near the beach. The pool is closed. There is no a/c. The shower is small with a shower curtain that would stick to you while showering.

    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-7-2021

    Location, view and walking distance to the ocean was top notch! Location location location! There are firepits for roasting marshmallows and the on site restaurant was very good -and I have super picky kids! Overall good experience. I'd stay again

    The building could use some attention-one set of stairs needed to be repainted, sanded, and cleaned up. There was a chunk of the back wall of the building coming off. I am super picky though and never felt like the property was unsafe or unclean.

    10ChristinaPosted on: 4-6-2021

    I love that we never are bothered when we stay here. And we stay here at least 3-4 times a year. This is my go to spot on the coast. I love how Miguel from the Cavalier restaurant brings room service and is so nice. One of my fav places to be hands down!

    When it is packed there is a hard time finding parking out front and is a little crammed.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 11-24-2020

    The staff,the room,the coffee makes and free breakfast

    there was a coachroach in the bathroom and one on the night stand.let this be anonymous please.I will still go back.

    10MasonPosted on: 8-31-2020

    Very family friendly, beach access, fire pits, games, pools.

    6MarcyPosted on: 8-19-2020

    The price and location

    Room wasn’t ready at check in and then when it was the carpet was wet .... beds were uncomfortable

    3ShelleyPosted on: 8-11-2020

    I expected a lot more from that hotel considering how expensive it was. The free breakfast was a cup of coffee and a muffin. My view I thought would be somewhat of ocean view. The room needs updating

    I expected a lot more from that hotel considering how expensive it was. The free breakfast was a cup of coffee and a muffin. My view I thought would be somewhat of ocean view. The room needs updating

    10JeanPosted on: 7-27-2020

    Friendly staff. Walking distance to the restaurant and the beach.

    5RohitPosted on: 6-1-2020

    nice location. on the beach. close to everything

    bit rundown. sink was cracked, no ac. beds were not that comfortable.

    7Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 9-18-2019

    We enjoy the firepits on the bluff. The room was adequate... Great place to go if you have a pet.

    The only drawback was the noise from some of the other guests. There was a lot of door banging and yelling.

    1Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-24-2019

    The location is good, although there are no views.

    The bedding had not been changed, the refrigerator leaked everywhere, the bathtub would not drain, and air conditioner did not work. The complementary breakfast is a piece of toast and coffee - literally.

    9AutumnPosted on: 7-13-2019

    The staff was very accommodating. We were sitting by the fire pit and they stocked the wood quickly. They gave us two rooms next to each other with a slight ocean view. It was beautiful.

    8PeiyuanPosted on: 12-1-2018

    I like the outside environment, really nice and near to the sea. Good location with no doubt.

    The room was a little smelly, which I didn't like.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Heated pool
    • Indoor pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Pool with view

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Professional cleaning services

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    Business facilities

    • Business Center

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 4:00 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 allowed upon request. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    All guests staying at the Sands by the Sea Motel will receive a confirmation message from the Best Western Cavalier Inn San Simeon about their stay.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

    Sands By The Sea Motel

    9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, CA

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