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Sea Otter Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cambria with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

The current price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

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6656 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed (Private Bedroom), 2 Queen Size Pullout Sofas

1 King Bed (Private Bedroom), 2 Queen Size Pullout Sofas

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cambria

At Sea Otter Inn you'll be within steps of San Simeon State Park and Cambria State Marine Park. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers in the lobby and a gift shop. To-go breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Cambria hotel, you'll be 18.3 km (11.4 mi) from Hearst Castle.

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cambria State Marine Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Leffingwell Landing - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sea Otter Inn

Hotel in Cambria with outdoor pool and Hot tub
Sea Otter Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at Sea Otter Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Cambria hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Sea Otter Inn offers 25 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and free newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 10 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sea Otter Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Otter Inn?

As of 22 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Otter Inn on 28 Jan 2026 start from AU$214.86, 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 Sea Otter Inn?

Yep, Sea Otter Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sea Otter Inn?

Yep, Sea Otter Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Moonstone Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding and kayaking.

Does Sea Otter Inn have a pool?

Sea Otter Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Sea Otter Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sea Otter Inn.

Does Sea Otter Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors are hooked on the to-go breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sea Otter Inn?

No, Sea Otter Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sea Otter Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Sea Otter Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
There were no designated areas for pets or smokers. I know smoking is not favored in Cambria, but most hotels have designated areas for pets and smokers. Also, the bed was terrible, hard as the floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney Angelica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with how clean it was, and the employees were very friendly. Very walkable to the beach, and close proximity to the town. TVs also had great channels and access to Netflix. Rooms were very spacious and the front office had complimentary cookies, coffee, and tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy, Pasadena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, beach front and close to Hearths castle
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pat

Disliked: Staff & service
Very rude staff. The booking said breakfast included. When I asked front desk about it was told since I booked thru 3rd party we didn’t get breakfast.Next night went down the street and stayed at Sand Pebble Inn, booked thru 3rd party again and breakfast was included. Went up the entire coast of CA booking thru 3rd party and got breakfast at everyone one except the Sea Otter Inn. Pretty bad considering how much the room cost!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

BRODERICK

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place was old but clean. Location is excellent. Very beautiful scenery and a few steps from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

Choose another site.

The room was clean. Decor seemed dated. Was not expecting to see so many guests with pets. Did not appeal to me as I do not like pets indoors. We were sitting outside on the little patios with fire pits. Person at front desk walked right by us and lit other fire pits for other guests and never did so for us. Tried opening window for ventilation and it kept sticking and never was able to reopen or totally close it. Room stuffy. Will try other facilities in same area. Will not rebook for this site.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location right near the beach. Nice pool/hot tub/ firepits. Yummy breakfast served to room. Loved that it was pet friendly. Easy parking right near room. Very friendly and helpful manager- thank you Doug!!😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiyomi

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

Enjoyed My Stay at Sea Otter Inn

Overall, a very good stay. I just wished the carpet between the beds had been cleaner and the shower head offered more flexibility. The staff were kind and helpful. The beds were comfortable and clean, and the room had a charming look. It was also nice to have access to the outdoor pool and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved they had EV charging
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay.

Patio chairs provided to watch the waves and the sunset. The fireplace made the spacious room, cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Dated Inn, not too clean

Dated Inn. Dirty rug in the rooms, apart from that okay clean. Rooms a little rustic and simple. Front-desk not the friendliest. Sends way too advertising and spam emails.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across from the ocean, walkable and very cute, cottage feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ben, Monrovia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, clean, well appointed. Check in staff was wonderful. She gave us lots of recommendations. Quiet and great beds!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay

Amazing, location, comfortable beds and spacious rooms. Friendly staff with coffee, tea and water availble in the lobby. Quiet and very convenient to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025