See all properties
Save

Sand Castle Inn

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Imperial Beach with free parking

Photo gallery for Sand Castle Inn

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View | Balcony view
King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Porch
Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden | Private kitchen
Deluxe One Bedroom Queen Suite Oceanview | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
785 Seacoast Dr, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932
  • Imperial Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • San Diego Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom Queen Suite Oceanview

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom Queen Suite Oceanview

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen with Sofa bed

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom King Suite Oceanview

Deluxe One Bedroom King Suite Oceanview

Deluxe One Bedroom King Suite Oceanview

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Apartment Suite with Ocean View

Apartment Suite with Ocean View

Apartment Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Futon

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Studio Suite Garden

Deluxe Queen Studio Suite Garden

Deluxe Queen Studio Suite Garden

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Apartment Suite with Garden View

Apartment Suite with Garden View

Apartment Suite with Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View

Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View

Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen Studio

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Imperial Beach

At Sand Castle Inn you'll be steps from Imperial Beach and 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from San Diego Bay. Highlights at this beach motel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a picnic area and express check-in. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Imperial Beach motel include San Ysidro Border Crossing and Coronado Beach.
View more Motels in Imperial BeachOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Imperial Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Diego Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Silver Strand State Beach - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 12 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Iris Avenue Trolley Station - 8 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tin Fish Imperial Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Los Panchos Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Beach motel in Imperial Beach with free parking
Sand Castle Inn offers its guests a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-in. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Imperial Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Sand Castle Inn offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection by Marriott

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 1,002 reviews
The price is AU$437
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for incidentals.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Sand Castle Inn.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sand Castle Inn Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Inn Motel
Sand Castle Inn Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Inn Motel Imperial Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sand Castle Inn?

Sand Castle Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sand Castle Inn?

Yep, Sand Castle Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Sand Castle Inn?

Yep, Sand Castle Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Imperial Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sand Castle Inn?

No, Sand Castle Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 462 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Business traveller

Not worth it.

Good location, but not worth it. I don’t want to just hate on this place, but I left two nights into my three night stay because it was really bad. No garbage, no soap, about 1/4 roll of toilet paper. No air controls. No maid service in my room while I was there. Bed caved in. Humidity was so high that my towels never dried.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miles

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible Stay

We usually stay at this property 2-3 times per year and have for the last 5 years. We learned earlier in the year this property had been sold and is under new management. We were not allowed to check in early even though the maint tech employee onsite told us our room was ready. We arrived to NO HOT WATER, messaged in the morning took them all day and we arrived back to tools all over the bathroom and the bathtub faucet taken apart. We were left with no towels after the tech used them all and were brought no additional towels as promised. The tech arrived smelling heavily of marijuana and we had to sit in our room for 2 hours with our 2 daughters while this tech is high out of his mind trying to fix the water issue. When he was finished chunks of dirt kept running out of the faucet. We couldn't really shower during our 3 night stay. The outside stairs are crumbling to the point where it appears they are going to give out any moment. There isn't staff onsite anymore so you are left with text messaging a person who could care less about the issues going on. DO NOT RECCOMEND STAYING HERE!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hayley

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NO GOOD! DON'T STAY!

No one was there to check in, 3 other families from long distance and couldnt check in. The women checking us in was across seas. She wanted pics of my license, cc, and additional fees that werenot on hotels.com. and NO CODE TO GET KEY AND NO SECURITY GUARD TO CHECK US IN LIKE SHE SAID! SO WE LEFT!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

John P

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Across the street is a 5 star hotel for 30$ more a night. The finishing touches were left out. No ice bucket. Wood on the door was not painted. Hardware in the tub was jankey and not connected to a stud. There are no drink glasses, only coffee cups if im paying 300 a night this is unsat!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

My stay was…..

The stay wasn’t too bad. When I went into the room there was an open drink container on the counter. So maybe a bit more housekeeping and also cleaning of the fans would be good because there is a bunch of dirt on them, but the value for price is there not anything that can’t be dealt with
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Anastasia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You have to pay for parking which I have never experienced. Also there were holes in the walls in my room. There were two tvs one in each room but only one remote had batteries and the tv in the second bedroom didn’t even work.. the room worked for the night and the price I got it for was decent but I wouldn’t stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price was ok, only need some upgrade
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Monica

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Vitalina

Travelled with family
Dirty hotel, no office to help. Broken fan, everything old
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Serena

Travelled with family

2/10. Not the best experience for family.

There's bo lobby or check-in area. They texted a code that didn't work, and it took SEVERAL calls and texts (over 20mins) to get ahold of someone. Was missing a lot of essential. To name a few - no ice, no hair conditioner, no ac units, etc. There was no screen in one of the windows to the bathroom and an alley way that seemed fairly unsafe. The front door didnt latch fully. No cleaning up during the stay so the amount of sand was insane. Lastly, the water was hot and we couldnt get it to just be cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carri

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate that it was a contactless check in process and the location to the beach was right across the street. There are also plenty of dining options available and convenience stores around for last minute items. The local bus service also stops in font of the location in case you want to see a little more of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria del Carmen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Salvador

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Better then sleeping at the Walmart parking lot…

Building needs regular maintenance on the second story balcony, walkway. I highly recommend that they tackle the railings on the staircase and fix the corrosion on them. Also, can they be more upfront about the additional credit card charges???
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick beach trip

While the room was updated and clean there was two bath towels but no wash cloth or hand towel. There was a Kleenex holder on the table but no Kleenex in it. Took a while to sign in to Wi-Fi, then it didn’t work. I had to take the coffee maker in to bathroom to plug in because the cord was to short to reach the plug where it was. Or I could have put it on the floor to use. Location is great, the shower was new and clean, good choice of bed pillows. The room is very small, but it was just me so not a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dave

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no housekeeping on site had to call or text for fresh towels and bedding and then wait until they decide to deliver them....got locked out of our room because the pin pad did not work we had to stand in the cold wind for half an hour before the door was unlocked because nobody is on site....there was construction going on the entire time we were there
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024