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El Colibri Hotel and Spa: Traveler Reviews

3.5 of 5
5620 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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El Colibri Hotel and Spa
Ranked #9 of 10 hotels in Cambria
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233 reviews from our community

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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Santa Ana, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great stay!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

The rooms are modern, clean and comfortable. Check in was a breeze. I had a massage with Terry and it was amazing. You can hear the waves from your room. The breakfast selection is perfect. Holly was so nice and helpful. We will be back for sure. Don't miss the live music night, so much fun!

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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“Adorable, friendly and top notch comfort!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013 via mobile

I was pleasantly surprised how nice this adorable boutique-like hotel is. The hotel, room, spa area are all exceptionally lean (and I'm very picky) and the bedding is very comfortable. They had a great guitar singer in the bar area and the staff were very friendly. I'd definitely stay here again!!

Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
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Los Angeles
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16 reviews 16 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
“Great hotel- don't believe the bad reviews”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2013

It was brave, but I took my entire family here for new years. 6 toddlers, in-laws, adults...i was expecting a disaster. Somehow it all went great. And the hotel was the reason. It is in our favorite location, there was great music, and new years was filled with champagne and food. The owner was there and she was nice to us. One caution is that the room with the king and queen is right above the noise, so don't get it if you want sleep during the nights they have entertainment. Otherwise, I highly recommend. Not the most kid friendly, but the breakfast made up for it.

Room Tip: not the queen and king room over the live music on a weekend.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Conforting Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

This hotel is well situated on Moonstone Beach Drive. The room was large and well appointed, including a fireplace. The staff was friendly and informative regarding the area and local restaurants and sites. The breakfast was more than ample and located in a very inviting area.
We didn't get a chance to use the spa but it looked like it would be something we might enjoy the next time.

Room Tip: I would imagine that all the rooms are large and well appointed.
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Nice for a Night”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

We stayed at this hotel for one night after traveling through the area, visiting the Hearst Castle, etc. I was very nervous because of the other reviews but it looked like the nicest hotel in the area. It was totally fine! It is a very boutique-y hotel - there was not a lot of staff so don't expect help with your luggage - but the rooms were very nice, clean and well appointed. It is in a great location, you can't see the ocean from the hotel but you just walk outside onto a boardwalk and you're there in about 2 minutes. I think i met the manager/owner that everyone is talking about and while he wasn't effusive or warm, he did provide us with the information we were looking for. I think he's just not a people person, which is a shame considering his occupation - but for one night it was just right!

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about El Colibri Hotel and Spa

Also Known As:
El Colibri Hotel
El Colibri Hotel Cambria
Address: 5620 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > Cambria
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Cambria
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
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