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The Surfbreak Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near San Clemente Pier in San Clemente

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Balcony
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, soundproofing
Exterior
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Property entrance

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1819 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, 92672
  • Casa Romantica
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Clemente Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Clemente State Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Clemente

Close to the beach.Stay at this San Clemente hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of La Ventura Event Center and 2 miles (3 km) of San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. Lasuens Beach and Avenida del Mar are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Avenida del Mar - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Casa Romantica - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Clemente Pier - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • San Clemente State Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Clemente City Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 3 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pedro's Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sur Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Surfbreak Hotel

Hotel near San Clemente Pier in San Clemente
As a guest of The Surfbreak Hotel, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
The Surfbreak Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Clemente hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges USD 200 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 200

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 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

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

San Clemente's Little Beach
San Clemente's Little Inn Beach
Little Inn Beach San Clemente
Little Inn Beach
Little Beach San Clemente
The Little Inn By The Beach Hotel San Clemente
Little Hotel San Clemente
Little Inn by the Beach
The Surfbreak Hotel Hotel
The Surfbreak Hotel San Clemente
The Surfbreak Hotel Hotel San Clemente

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Surfbreak Hotel to the airport?

The Surfbreak Hotel is 28.2 mi (30-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 The Surfbreak Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Surfbreak Hotel on Sep 8, 2025 start from $87.49, 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 The Surfbreak Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Surfbreak Hotel.

How close is The Surfbreak Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7 mi (15-min drive) from Doheny State Beach and 1 mi (6-min drive) from Lasuens Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Surfbreak Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Surfbreak Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Surfbreak Hotel?

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

What time is check-in at The Surfbreak Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Surfbreak Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Surfbreak Hotel have a pool?

The Surfbreak Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Surfbreak Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Surfbreak Hotel to downtown San Clemente?

The Surfbreak Hotel is 0.8 mi away from San Clemente.

The Surfbreak Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 570 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 570 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 570 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 570 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 570 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Trev

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The floor / rug was gross. Was tacky/sticky and it smelled.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and clean. We had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehricka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean. Modern. Firm mattress.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jill

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

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

MIKA

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dejountai

Ok a bit loud
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gurmeet

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
supposed to be ocean view and it’s not in the room i got i booked ocean views
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

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

Wouldn’t stay here

I had book this room for my wife and I to have a night near the beach we started off at the beach was an amazing day until we went to check into our room. First glance from outside not great right next to the freeway and across from a donut shop not best first impression On arrival we had pre checked with a room key code already for access which is nice but about the only nice thing about this hotel. The fact that our room is on the 3rd floor we though cool better view ! Jokes on us no elevator had to hike up 3 flights in a narrow staircase to get to a room with next to zero view of the water or ocean more like a front row view of the freeway “beach or ocean view I think not !” Once we got into the room it got even better ! The room was dirty the bathtub was black no joke black disgusting hair inside the tub and the floor was so damaged in the bathroom sink area it was unsafe to walk could trip with shoes on or cut your foot if your are bare foot unacceptable! When I spoke to the front desk they said we can give you a new room a quickly declined and asked for a refund which was a process in itself got the refund and book another hotel in Oceanside harbor for only $25 more and was 10x better all around from start to finish
Would u call this sanitary or even close to ok ?
Like black bath tubes ?
Hump / trip hazard
Damaged floor sharp to the touch
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

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

8/10 Good

Cindy Laliemthavixay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

This was a great place to stay—my only issue was with the door lock not working properly—but they are upgrading those soon—excellent place otherwise!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Never again

Very dirty and our door didn’t even close all the way
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so welcoming ! Hospitality at its finest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with family
It looked like someone was laying on our bed before we entered and the door was ope. (Not properly locked). There were a lot of people outside of our room making noise too. Other than that it was comfortable and clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

EKATERINA

Liked: Cleanliness
Maybe I am old school. I have a bachelor degree in hospitality business and I have worked 5 years in this industry.. I have never had such a bad experience to check in . First of all I waited about 10 minutes near a lobby, no one answered the door. It says that they opened until 10 pm then you need to call this … number . I have called no response twice… thanks I saw a staff and this guy checked me in even he was not on the clock. I want to say Thank you very much! . then no one explained directions to my room… so I kind of felt lost. After a long day work I would like to see a friendly face , who would check me in and explain me everything. I think they should have front desk at 7 pm . I did know you have to check in via text ! The room is super clean , but then the shower makes awful noises and I couldn’t watch news , because smart tv was spinning…it looked like the internet signal, not good enough for TV . I will definitely would not stay at the Hotel, there is no front desk service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Liangyou

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

Good hotel with no people manning the office.

The location of the hotel is very good. The hotel is clean and roomy. The hotel seems to be operated on minimum manpower. We never saw a person in the front desk, both check in and check out. We wanted to get some information, but with no person attending, we had to give up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

misty

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025