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Sand Castle Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Fisherman's Wharf in Seaside

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Exterior
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1011 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA, 93955
  • Place, Monterey State Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, North Fremont Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

About the neighborhood

Seaside

In Seaside .Stay at this Seaside motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Monterey State Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Fort Ord Dunes State Park. North Fremont Street and Del Monte Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Eolian Dunes Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monterey State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort Ord Dunes State Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Fremont Street - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fort Ord National Monument - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 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. Beds feature premium bedding. 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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

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
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 33.90
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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
  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 33.90 (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, 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

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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 Apr 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Castle Inn on Apr 13, 2026 start from $82, 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.

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: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

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. 567 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1083 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Thin walls, so I could loudly hear whenever the room next door was running water. It was so loud that it woke me up. Twice. Beds were too firm, the bathroom wasn't very clean, the TV seemed didn't have nearly as many channels as the in-room guide advertised, and the overall quality of everything at the property was very low.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean room, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Arty

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rahul, Newark

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never any complaints
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Varun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean. TV had decent OTT options. Water wasn’t warm in the bathroom. It was lukewarm for shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sonja

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little quiet place to rest, walkable to different stores around
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew, Albuquerque

Disliked: Amenities
Good basic room. Clean. You have to ask for the tv remote.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrey, Palo Alto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and responsive to my requests. Overall, it was good enough for one night staying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Kris

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or Cheryl

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The faucet and tissue holder are rusty and not clean. The microwave need to be replaced. They have black stains around, not sure what that was, looks like molds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or Cheryl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive been staying here for a couple months. Out of all the hotels ive stayed i like the best
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though it was the cheapest price for the location and length of visit, the stay was as wonderful. Check in and out was easy. They offered electronic access to the room instead or a key card that could be lost or hacked. I would give it five stars for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and good-basic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good stay for price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025