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34680 Pacific Coast Hwy, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624-1301
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013
Barry S Scottsdale, Arizona
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Scottsdale, Arizona
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

We were at the Surfside in this past week. We timeshare swapped into a 2 bedroom 1 bath unit. Full kitchen (small) plus living room, dining area. Even a view of the beach. There is an walkway overpass to the beach (it goes over the Pacific Coast Highway and the Amtrak trainline). The rooms were pretty comfortable although a bit small. Actually the 'master' bedroom probably would have been better with a queen size bed than a king size bed so that there would be room for end tables on both sides. The bathroom was very nice -- included a jacuzzi style bathtub. Staff was very nice. We'd go back again -- though I don't know that we'd go for a full week, it does make a nice getaway though. Oh, and though some others have complained about the night noise from the train - we didn't find it troublesome at all.

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  • Stayed March 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Yorba Linda, California
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Great place to relax”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

What a nice place! Check in and out was easy. Full kitchens and each unit has a BBQ. We had a great view off the deck of the ocean and a,axing sunsets, get an ocean view room. There are bicycles that you may borrow and go on nice bike rides along the boardwalk or to Dana Point Harbor.

Room Tip: Call in advance to try to get ocean view rooom
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 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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CapoSurf, General Manager at Capistrano Surfside Inn, responded to this review
February 20, 2013
Thanks for the kind words! And we love your advise to others to call ahead for an ocean-view room! We are a timeshare property so our owners can call 3 months in advance for their room assignment. Our exchange guests can call 1 month in advance. And renters will know at the time of booking what kind of view they will have. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Please come back and see us again. -Amanda Burgess, General Manager
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Lovely older resort, great location, wonderful staff!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

This resort is older, but is clean, in a fabulous location, and the staff is absolutely wonderful. I went with a family member who is a head injury survivor, and has some difficulty understanding complex ideas. The staff were kind, gracious, patient, and really sweet. This made my vacation so enjoyable, and if they read this, THANK YOU AGAIN!

Room Tip: train goes by in later part of the evening....just enjoy the ambiance!
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Las Vegas, Nevada
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Wonderful Stay!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2012

We stayed the 1st week of July, 2012. Our 1 bedroom overlooked the ocean, we watched the 4th of July fireworks from our balcony. The furniture was very comfortable, and clean. The rooms were nicely decorated. We cooked, using the BBQ and other appliances furnished for a terrific home cooked meal. We had two flat screen TV's, making the grandson very happy as he could hook up his X-box. We used the pool and jacuzzi which were also well maintained. Checked out bicycles and rode for miles, enjoying the ride, scenery and shopping. The staff answered all questions, and were very friendly. Parking can be a hassle in beach communities. No problem here, each guest is issued a pass for their underground parking garage. There is an elevator and plenty of carts making it easy for guests to take luggage and other items to and from their rooms. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, would definitely return. The only regret we have is that we couldn't stay longer!!! My compliments to the staff. p.s., our one bedroom was shown on the internet, when we arrived it was exactly as pictured. No suprises, Very nice.

  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 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
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Madison Heights, Michigan
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“Good SoCal place”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2012

Everything was average. There weren't any problems and we had a good time. Definitely go to the Monday morning meeting for some good info about area attractions. We ended up getting 2 for 1 whale watching the same day. Take out the free bikes to get a look at the beach and harbor nearby. The beach directly in front of the place is no good for swimming or surfing. You need to go down to the main beach by the harbor. One bad thing is the commuter train that comes by a couple times an hour it seems like. It's loud but quick.

  • Stayed September 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 34680 Pacific Coast Hwy, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624-1301
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Region: United States > California > Capistrano Beach
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