TripAdvisor Reviews - Dolphin Hotel Feed

Warm, friendly atmosphere

Craig W, Sierra Vista AZ — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:19:06 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

The price was right. The location was a few blocks from the beach. Since this was our second visit, we had found some local, walking-distance restaurants that were perfect for our needs. The Hosts of...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 28 May 2013 17:10:34 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Craig, Thank you for your review. We are so pleased that you had a pleasant stay with us. we hope to see you again soon.

Wonderful Hotel to Stay with the best Location

Sandra Z, Cathedral City, California, United States — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 04:56:17 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Family and I stayed here and it was a VERY Pleasant Hotel ! We went to Oceanside to take the kids to Sea World ! We actually found out from the Friendly staff that there was a Coaster that you...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 28 May 2013 17:06:35 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Sandra, Thank you very much for your review today. We work very hard to make sure that our guests are taken care of. It is so gratifying to have your positive comments. We hope to see you again...

I must for the Nostalgic !

World Traveler A, Toledo, Ohio — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:03:30 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having traveled the world for the past 20 years, I have learned to research my hotels extensively. Understanding the trade-offs between luxury versus economy, nostalgic versus modern day convenience....

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:57:27 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you very much for your review of our property. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. It is not always easy to run a historic hotel but having guests like you really make our day. We...

Great place! 1 blk. to beach

jaime b, Portland, Oregon — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 04:30:51 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this place was preety cool. I found it to be quite clean, not dusty at all (not even under the bed, I know because I dropped the remote & looked under the bedskirt!). Comfortable...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:02:47 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

We are so pleased you took the time to write a review of our hotel. We take great care in making sure that our rooms are clean and well maintained. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us...

The real roach motel in Oceanside of all places

Marvin C, Phoenix, Arizona — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 18:01:46 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 1 of 5 stars

Quality Poor to fair Facilities Poor to fair Service Poor to fair My experience at the Dolphin Hotel in Oceanside was a total waste of time. The facility was in terrible shape. The heater was not...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:46:54 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Marvin, First of all thank you very much for your comments. It is through your comments and suggestions that we can make our hotel a better place. We are the new owners and while we know that our...

Fond memories

Kirby R, Philadelphia — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 14:44:54 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 3 of 5 stars

I stayed here for two weeks and my takeaway was positive.....I was grateful for the price for a long-term stay; the room was very basic but it had what I needed....internet access, fridge, microwave,...

I'd stay there again

Bryce D, Springfield — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:38:54 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 4 of 5 stars

I stayed Saturday night for less than $70. The hotel is less than 10 minute walk to the beach. I liked the old style charm of the place, Neil & Hina are very kind, Hina knows good places to eat -...

Hotel Hell

Tony s, Beverly Hills, California — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:36:44 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 1 of 5 stars

The outside interior of the hotel is charming and has an old historic feel to it. So that attracts curiousity. The best quality of the Dolphin Hotel is that it is very close to the beach. The room I...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:52:57 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

Thank you for the comments about your stay with us at the Dolphin Hotel in Oceanside. We are the new owners of the hotel and have put forth great time and expense to insure that your experience with...

10MIN. WALK 2 THE BEACH!!!!

BODYSURFER2000, Fort Lauderdale, Florida — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:13:53 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 3 of 5 stars

I was there for a whole week.Yes, the Dolphin is old"1927 till now".I had a clean room and the price was great that close to the beach!!!! I saw what others said about, The Dolphin hotel. No matter...

A nightmare

wmurusha — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 11:02:58 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 1 of 5 stars

Do NOT stay here .. . I mean that. This hotel is horrible, first when we got there we were charged more than expected because we had 2 kids.. the guy at the front desk said he was going to give us the...

Owner response

A TripAdvisor Member — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 01:01:09 GMT

TripAdvisor traveler rating: 0 of 5 stars

We are so sorry that you had a bad experience we have made many changes to the hotels since you and your family stayed with us. Security is much improved we have retrained and replaced our staff. I...