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Castle Inn

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Moonstone Beach

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Beach nearby
Reception
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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6620 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 King Bed Oceanfront View No Pets

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 King Bed, Limited View No Pets | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 King Bed, Limited View No Pets

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 King Bed, Limited View Pets OK

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 Queen Bed (Budget) No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Budget) No Pets

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2 Queen Beds, Limited View Pets Ok

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View No Pets

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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2-Queen Beds, Limited View No Pets | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2-Queen Beds, Limited View No Pets

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cambria

Close to the beach.You'll find Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park within a 15-minute walk of this Cambria motel. San Simeon State Park and Cambria State Marine Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cambria State Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leffingwell Landing - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Luigi’s Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Sur Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Castle Inn

3-star motel near Moonstone Beach
Castle Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Castle Inn also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cambria motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Castle Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cambria motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

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 front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Blue Dolphin Inn - 6470 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA 93428]
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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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 28.13 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 28.13 per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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 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 deposit: USD 28.13 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 28.13 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; cash is not accepted
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • 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

Castle Inn Sea
Castle Inn Sea Cambria
Castle Sea Cambria
Castle Inn Cambria
Castle Cambria
Castle Inn Motel
Castle Inn Cambria
Castle Inn Motel Cambria

Frequently asked questions

How close is Castle Inn to the airport?

Castle Inn is 39 mi (55-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle Inn?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Inn on Jun 11, 2026 start from $196, 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 Castle Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Castle Inn.

How close is Castle Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 3-minute walk from Moonstone Beach and 6.3 mi (9-min drive) from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Castle Inn offer free breakfast?

Castle Inn offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Castle Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Castle Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Castle Inn have a pool?

Castle Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Castle Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Castle Inn to downtown Cambria?

Castle Inn is 2.1 mi away from Cambria.

Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 876 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1128 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Nelitza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff was very friendly. Breakfast was straightforward and the pancake machine was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, the grounds, and the amenities were excellent!
Sunset at Castle Inn
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Cristhian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beachfront view, Quite,Relaxing and Pleasant place to stay and visit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect for the overnight stay. Clean, roomy with an amazing view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach! Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irene Aida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and courteous staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SILVIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cozy, clean, on the boardwalk, free continental breakfast, hot tub outdoor nice, quiet and safe. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient, the room very clean, and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and super clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite spot in Cambria
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind. Room was spotless. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this place Across from Moonstone Beach boardwalk A couple restaurants within walking distance Pool/hot tub Lots of outdoor seating with beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ortencia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a couple times, Clean rooms and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had encounters with with the check-in staffs, the location is very pleasant, and the property is well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, nice location and a place to sit outside and watch the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great room super clean great amenities breakfast was great all the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

valeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room , nice location , perfect for relax
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff, Good coffee and location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Location is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cydnee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was friendly. Room was clean and quiet, great view. Enjoyed the fire pit. Close to Hearst Castle and downtown Cambria.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Experience!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay! This was our second time staying at this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Srila

The room and property is decent; however, the view and proximity to the ocean is great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Tongkwon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and clean the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026