Sea Otter Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Moonstone Beach

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View from property
Outdoor spa tub
Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
1 King Bed (Private Bedroom), 2 Queen Size Pullout Sofas | Living room
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$404
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

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Map
6656 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Moonstone Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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About the area

Cambria

At Sea Otter Inn you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Moonstone Beach and within 15 minutes of Moonstone Beach 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 - 0.0 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
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Linn's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sea Otter Inn

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Moonstone Beach
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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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
  • 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

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 16 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Otter Inn on 17 June 2025 start from AU$404.24, 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. 756 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful and a short walk to few restaurants. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quynh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel, friendly staff, easy and quick checking in/out. Love the morning basket breakfast delivery in front of the room but wish there would be more choices (ex. Scrambled eggs instead of just hard boiled eggs). Comfortable bed, clean bedsheets and bathroom, wooden floor so no old carpet odor. Although we don’t use the pool and hot tub since it’s a bit chilly they need more maintenance. Convenient walk to the beach (less than a minute). Quiet, relaxing and beautiful scenery. Will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Toublong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable property off the coast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location (cross from Moonstone trail). The room was clean & updated. Front desk crew were very friendly. You pick your breakfast the night before and they deliver it to your room in a basket following morning. Very cute gesture. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

manuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is nice, older, but acceptable. remodel of bathroom, the cupboards were missed but that is understandable as I am familiar with remodel. They could be improved, painted, our had lots of nicks. Shower turned on the rain down with cold in beginning, understand, limited options in older place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little inn. Friendly staff. Clean and safe area and property. Walk to the beach and walking trails.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Oakland

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

10/10 Excellent

Darian

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

Awesome place for a romantic weekend

My husband and I went for just a simple overnight and it was amazing. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Very responsive. It was pouring down rain outside so my husband and I hung out in our room with a beautiful fireplace and cozy beds. We played games, drink wine, and just relaxed. In the morning, we were delivered a beautiful picnic basket with breakfast. we had a choice of what we wanted to order the night prior. My husband ordered a yogurt, parfait with granola, orange juice and two hard boiled eggs while I had Cheerios two hard boiled eggs and fruit. We both got orange juice. It was delightful. Check in and check out with very smoothly. The rooms are clean. The beds are comfortable. The pillows are awesome and the shower actually works. This will be on a new place every couple of months. They also have a pool and a hot tub. I highly suggest having dinner at the sea chest restaurant where you will find fresh fish choices, an amazing staff and a good wine selection. All in all this little overnight trip was exactly what the doctor ordered.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Arroyo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quaintly charming, old-fashioned, but well-kept. The Pacific Ocean is across the street with a wonderful boardwalk to enjoy the scenery. We love the funky fireplace that is thermostatically controlled! We slept almost ten straight hours so that tell you about the quiet and peace. A lovely breakfast burrito arrived in a hanging basket outside our door. We are going back for our anniversary.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

10/10 Excellent

Sureyya

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the Sea Otter Inn. The picnic basket breakfast delivery was adorable and the food was just as good! I think the only negative thing I could say about it is that the bed we had was a bit uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my new Happy Place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet comfortable rooms and beds. Excellent location and beautiful views . Breakfast delivered to your room is a very nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Love this place.

Quite friendly on arrival, maintained very well and super clean. The breakfast was awesome. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

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

Peaceful and charming

It was so peaceful and charming. I highly recommend if you need a retreat from your busy life. Across the street is the most beautiful ocean views and walk path. I took three walks a day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet, safe clean, hotel, wonderful and pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

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