Sea Horse Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near San Clemente Pier

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Villa, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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602 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA, 92672
  • Place, San Clemente Pier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Casa Romantica
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Avenida del Mar
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1098 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Villa, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Romantic Villa, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 797 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Suite

  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

About the neighborhood

San Clemente

Close to the beach.At this hotel, you'll be steps from San Clemente Pier and within a 10-minute walk of Casa Romantica. San Clemente State Beach and San Clemente Municipal Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • San Clemente Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • The Pier Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • T-Street Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casa Romantica - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avenida del Mar - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 2 min walk
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bear Coast Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nick's San Clemente - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beachfire Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sea Horse Resort

3.5-star hotel near San Clemente Pier
Sea Horse Resort offers its guests multilingual staff and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3.5-star San Clemente hotel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Sea Horse Resort offers 25 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 24.2 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Self parking
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Seahorse Resort San Clemente
Seahorse San Clemente
Sea Horse Resort Hotel
Sea Horse Resort San Clemente
Sea Horse Resort Hotel San Clemente

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sea Horse Resort to the airport?

Sea Horse Resort is 28.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Horse Resort?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Horse Resort on Jan 28, 2026 start from $158.49, 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 Sea Horse Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sea Horse Resort.

How close is Sea Horse Resort to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from The Pier Beach and 3-minute walk from T-Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sea Horse Resort offer free breakfast?

Sea Horse Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sea Horse Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino San Clemente (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sea Horse Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sea Horse Resort?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Sea Horse Resort have a pool?

Sea Horse Resort does not have a pool.

Does Sea Horse Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sea Horse Resort to downtown San Clemente?

Sea Horse Resort is 0.7 mi away from San Clemente.

Sea Horse Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 675 out of 845 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 845 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 845 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 845 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 845 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, friendly, helpful staff, lovely accommodations. Another wonderful stay at Sea Horse Resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and perfect location with ocean view…loved it, will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is unbeatable, and the staff were very friendly. Our room was ready several hours early, which was a welcomed treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent location!! Excellent view !! Everyone was Outstanding!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Vacation

Good local getaway. Was just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Right across the street from Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We stayed here in March of 2025. We had a nice room with an ocean front balcony view on the top level booked through Expedia. About $170 a night. We booked another stay in June 2025 for September 2025, used the previous booking as the reference for our new booking. The price was nearly double $300 because it is in season. I was ok with that. We showed up on check in day, and they put us in a ground floor with only a deck view right on the street. I objected vehemently( told them it was BS) to the room choice and they blamed it on Expedia. Saying it was because we booked through Expedia and not directly with them. I told them we had booked through Expedia in March and had the room up on the top level and used the same reference for the booking.The room we got is a converted office, turned into a studio room. Scarcely decorated, with no view at all from the bedroom(a 7ft partition wall separates the foyer(they call it a sitting area) from the bedroom . The shower is a 40"X40" water closet and is on the opposite side of the room from the bathroom. The doors that enter the room are office doors with blinds inside the glass. It sits right on the street, and we had 3 incidences where people came trying to open our door as though it was the office. One woman actually walked in and asked us if this was the office.We will not be staying there again, but expect Expedia to contact us and refund us some of the room charges. I took pictures for reference. Terrible experience.
Partition separating the bedroom from the sitting area....no view, Kim standing on bed to look over wall
View looking over the partition wall out the doors......none
40X40 water closet separated across the room from the bathroom
Bedroom no view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
I am giving this property a 10 it’s probably very underrated, but it is the number one location in San Clemente right across from the pier. The rooms are very spacious and large and clean. The view is a 10+ unbelievable what a great value at the seahorse resort, thank you team.
Need I say more?
Please note that trains come thru on the tracks in front of pier for one minute at a time but add character to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

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

10/10 Excellent

peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked for two nights and were impressed with the cleanliness of the hotel and proximity to the pier. The partial ocean view was better than many hotels with full ocean views (the room was spacious with a full size refrigerator and nice kitchenette), with a direct view of the pier and beach. Check in was easy and the staff were friendly and accommodating. The only negative comments I have are the parking, which is limited and extremely tight, and the narrow stairs which lead to the office and rooms. People with injuries or disabilities might have issues accessing the rooms because the hotel is built into the hillside (as all of them in the area are). Overall, we greatly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend Seahorse Resort.
Morning view from living room of Whitewater room.
Sunset
Beautifully tiled shower with wall and rain shower heads.
Seated view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at the Sea Horse Resort in San Clemente! The room view was absolutely stunning, with a breathtaking view of the ocean waves and the San Clemente pier. We also enjoyed watching the Amtrak train and the trolley pass by. The check-in process was seamless, and parking was a breeze. The ladies in the office were super friendly and made us feel welcome. The room was spotless and comfortable, and we loved the cozy atmosphere. However, we made the mistake of sleeping with the balcony door open and the fan on, which didn't quite work out as planned since the train noise woke us up in the middle of the night. Despite that minor hiccup, everything else was perfect. The resort's location is unbeatable, with plenty of great restaurants within walking distance. We even took the trolley to a popular Mexican spot, which was a fantastic experience. 5/5 stars The sound of the waves was like music to our ears, and we felt so lucky to be able to listen to it all night. We're already looking forward to our next visit and can't wait to explore more of San Clemente. Highly recommend the Sea Horse Resort to anyone looking for a relaxing coastal getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect location for getting to know the area. Right across the street from the pier, Amtrak stop and lots of places to eat plus a convenience store at the end of the block. Downtown is about a 25 minute uphill walk. The trolley stop is across the street which will take you several places within San Clemente.
Sunset from my patio
Private patio
Early morning view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and good quality room with an amazing g view. Will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Street and alley parking is tough. But the inside felt really cozy. We brought our dog and she loved it as well. Spacious and clean right next to the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel and our room had a great view. Check-in was ok considering we had to access a lock box to get a key. Smart locks would be a great upgrade for this hotel since the office closes at 7pm. We had to meter park on the street because there were no spots left.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful sunset on the balcony. Wonderful time at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Amazing location and view!

I had a wonderful stay. A lot of space and my room had an awesome view of the beach and the pier. Was a quick walk to the beach and they offer beach towels and chairs for you to use. Also close to a small store and a couple of places to grab a quick bite to eat. It is a bit of an older property but it is well maintained. The staff is very friendly. I hesitate to review this too well because it’s a relatively small property and I don’t want it to sell out the next time I want to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAWN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.The staff was awsome very nice and great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't recommend more highly we went for a weekend getaway and staff was friendly and helpful, great location we had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Beautiful ocean views across from Pier

What a wonderful vacation! We loved the spacious room and small kitchen, though we never cooked…there are too many great options for dining in the area. We especially enjoyed having breakfast at Frenchies Café on the lower level of our building and dinner at Fisherman's Restaurant on the pier. Having a dedicated parking space was a real treat. Our room was ocean view, so we loved sitting on the patio, people watching and hearing the waves crashing. You do hear the trains throughout the day, not at night, but they go through quickly. We definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025