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Sand Castle Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Fisherman's Wharf in Seaside

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Exterior
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1011 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA, 93955
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cannery Row
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Seaside

In Seaside .Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Eolian Dunes Preserve and Monterey State Beach. Fort Ord Dunes State Park and North Fremont Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Del Monte Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Cannery Row - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Butter House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Motel near Fisherman's Wharf in Seaside
As a guest of Sand Castle Inn, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sand Castle Inn also features express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

This Seaside motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Sand Castle Inn offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Seaside motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 40 per pet, per night
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sand Castle Inn
Sand Castle Inn Seaside
Sand Castle Seaside
Sand Castle Hotel Seaside
Sand Castle Inn Motel
Sand Castle Inn Seaside
Sand Castle Inn Motel Seaside

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sand Castle Inn to the airport?

Sand Castle Inn is 2.6 mi (11-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand Castle Inn?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Castle Inn on Sep 10, 2025 start from $59.49, excluding 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.

Does Sand Castle Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sand Castle Inn.

How close is Sand Castle Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 8.3 mi (17-min drive) from Carmel Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sand Castle Inn offer free breakfast?

Sand Castle Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sand Castle Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Sand Castle Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sand Castle Inn have a pool?

Sand Castle Inn does not have a pool.

Does Sand Castle Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sand Castle Inn to downtown Seaside?

Sand Castle Inn is 0.2 mi away from Seaside.

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The bed in room 116 was the most uncomfortable bed I have ever slept in. The bed was painfully stiff and felt as if I was sleeping on a box spring, not a mattress. The room was smaller than I expected, but was acceptable overall. There was rust in the shower, but beyond that the room was clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naye Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and nicely updated. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy with all amenities needed for a night stop while on a road trip. Including laundry!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amelie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minimal contact with staff or other guests. Whenever I talked to somebody, they referred me to Expedia. The only receipt I eventually got stated "prepaid", no amount. On the second night there was a lot of commotion upstairs. I did not feel safe enough to leave my room to ask for assistance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All n all the property was just fine for a quick 2 night stay..The neighborhood could be a little better though..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

AiLinh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is very clean, the floor is so clean. I stayed at a lot of hotels before. Mostly they don’t care the floor, but our room at this hotel was very clean. They come to clean our room and the floor for 4 days during our stay. Thanks to the staffs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mekonnen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lizbeth

Very clean, comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alekasndr

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Bria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iqbal

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

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Average hotel experience. Good for the price. Would book a room here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Symei

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok; kind of noisy late at night. The noise of running water or water pump…not sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was close to being a reasonable price for a motel. Heating and air worked poorly. The refrigerator smelled and didn't cool. The tv dish went out a couple times. Two pods of coffee for two people over two days? Be cautious of pet friendly. That comes with a step price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

8/10 Good

Minh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff was friendly. This is my second time that I stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A little pricey for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Faziya

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025