Pelican Inn & Suites

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach/ocean view
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

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6316 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

Two Queen Suite with Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 5

King Suite with Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room with Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room With Ocean View, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room With Ocean View And Patio

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4

Traditional King

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Cambria

At Pelican Inn & Suites you'll be within steps of San Simeon State Park and Moonstone Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include in-room free WiFi, fireplaces and LED TVs. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Cambria hotel, you'll be 20.9 km (13 mi) from Hearst Castle.

What's nearby

  • Moonstone Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cambria State Marine Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 1 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pelican Inn & Suites

Beach hotel with outdoor pool
Pelican Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pelican Inn & Suites also features gift shops/newsstands, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cambria hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Pelican Inn & Suites offers 49 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Pelican Cambria
Pelican Inn
Pelican Inn Cambria
Pelican Hotel Cambria
Pelican Inn And Suites
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel
Pelican Inn & Suites Cambria
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel Cambria

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pelican Inn & Suites?

Pelican Inn & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Inn & Suites?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Inn & Suites on 4 Feb 2026 start from AU$197.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pelican Inn & Suites?

Yep, Pelican Inn & Suites has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Pelican Inn & Suites?

Yep, Pelican Inn & Suites is a short 1-minute walk from Moonstone Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, kayaking and sailing.

Does Pelican Inn & Suites have a pool?

Pelican Inn & Suites has an outdoor pool.

What makes Pelican Inn & Suites a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pelican Inn & Suites.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pelican Inn & Suites?

No, Pelican Inn & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pelican Inn & Suites?

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

Pelican Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
No pets
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Great location across the street from the beach, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jammee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only issue was they were repaying parts of the property which made parking tight
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean comfortable room with great views staff was very professional and courteous. Will be back very soon. Recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Racquel, WOODLAND HILLS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant, nice spacious rooms with great views of the ocean. Wish they had breakfast options though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Highland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in room 108. The staff was very kind, thorough and helpful. We got there super late and they helped us find our room and parking. They also allowed us to check out later which we appreciated because we were exhausted after driving for almost 5 hours. We absolutely loved the bed. It was so soft. We slept soundly. The fireplace was pretty and it was nice to enjoy it. I loved the room because it was so spacious and you could hear the ocean because it literally is across the street. This place was worth every dime and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Xxx
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

For an expensive stay, the air conditioning didn’t work. It was so hot even at night. Beautiful area, but would rather stay elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dianna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not impressed at all for the cost and the bathroom drain was broke and they never even came to look at it, sorry but I won’t be staying here again for the price, it’s just not worth it. Out dated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean quiet comfortable, steps from the ocean and fast and easy check and out. Also Cambrias Main St is minutes away with boutique shops and dining b will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beach view was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Micaella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Ocean view from the balcony is great. The property is dated without an AC system. Wouldn’t be able to stay in summers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Part was under construction - but can't help that. Didn't let us know about the parking and having to move our car. Hot Tub was broken. The rooms were great. Very spacious and clean. Some of the trees blocked the ocean view, but all in all - was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kirk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like that it's right across from the beach and not that far from shopping and dinning . We didn't like that our TV didn't work the first night . bored !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very well kept place but I do not go there for a nice room. I go there for the central coast experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrzej, Santa Clarita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lodging at Moonstone Beach in Cambria, California.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025