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Sea Otter Inn

3.0 of 5
6656 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Sanaa,Yemen
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013 via mobile

Sea Otter in is simple, clean, and cute. It was the perfect place for a quick one-night stop on our drive up the coast. The view if the ocean in the morning (there is a little nature preserve across the street) is not to be missed. After watching the seals sunbathe, we were on our way up the coast.

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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

The Sea Otter Inn, one of a string of small hotels on Moonstone Beach in Cambria. It is quaint, cozy, well situated, just a couple of steps from the boardwalk but also close to Highway 1, so if you're in the inner rooms (higher numbers, I think), you'd hear the cars from your room. They offer a continental breakfast -... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

We traveled to Cambria over spring break 4 adults 3 teen and 1 senior. We booked 2 rooms at the Sea Otter Inn. I called them directly to reserve our rooms rates were cheaper than all the other websites plus when I tried to book 2 rooms with 2 queen beds on line it stated only king beds available. The... More

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deltona, fl
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

Fantastic walkway steps away from the Pacific. Wonderful views of the shoreline and seals. We actually saw a mom seal nursing her baby just feet away from us. Great place to stay. Very quaint and comfortable.

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Tustin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

We just spent three nights at the Sea Otter Inn in Cambria and loved it. We stayed in Room 126 with an ocean view. The room was very large, had a fireplace and the decor was charming. Two double windows with flower boxes filled with geraniums. Reminded me of an English cottage. The king sized bed was very comfortable and... More

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East Bay,California
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5 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Everything about the Sea Otter Inn was wonderful; the cleanliness, the location of it right next to the beach with a lovely boardwalk, the comfortable room with the fireplace, the pool, the jacuzzi, the lovely gardens, the continental breakfast spread and friendliness of staff made the stay so awesome. I also brought my dog with me, and this place being... More

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colorado
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81 reviews 81 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

I got this steal deal from a discount site and wondered how good they'd be since Im not familiar with the area. I was pleasantly surprised with the friendliness, cleanliness and decor of the motel. Its been carefully redone and the maintainence people do one of the best jobs of keeping this place up Ive ever seen. Their flowers and... More

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Syracuse, New York
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

Pretty nice, with only minor problems. There are many hotels around here which are probably fairly similar. This is about as close as you can stay to Hearst Castle. Pros: - Nice location across a quiet street from the ocean. There's nothing built on the ocean side of the road, so it seems pretty nice. We only stayed the night,... More

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Temecula, California
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33 reviews 33 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

A one night stop on our travels down the PCH. Overall, pleased I suppose. Cute and charming room. Outdated bathroom. Fireplace was a nice touch and the room decor was pretty. Loved that it was literally across the street from the beach. Front desk staff wasn't exactly friendly and that's a shame. Did have to kill a spider in the... More

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ParadiseInThePines, General Manager at Sea Otter Inn, responded to this review
April 2, 2013

We're glad you liked your room, the fireplace, the decor, and our location on Moonstone Beach Drive. Please accept my personal apologies that our front desk staff did not meet your expectations. We will take your feedback to heart as we do our best to live up to our goal of treating every guest with kindness, courtesy, and a welcoming... More

London, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

LOCATION – Very easy to find, right on the main road through the town. Hotel is just across the road from lovely Moonstone beach and restaurants are within easy walking distance. ROOM – Nice, cosy, traditional décor. The room we stayed in had a fireplace in living area with large sofas. It also had two bathrooms with toiletries and hairdryer,... More

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Additional Information about Sea Otter Inn

Address: 6656 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > Cambria
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#5 Family Hotels in Cambria
#8 Romantic Hotels in Cambria
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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