San Simeon Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this San Simeon motel

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Lobby lounge
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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly

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9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA, 93452
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hearst Castle
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(75 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Simeon

Seaside stay .You'll find Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park within a 15-minute walk of this San Simeon motel. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph Hearst State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • San Simeon Pier - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Hearst Castle - 26 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

San Simeon Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this San Simeon motel
San Simeon Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at San Simeon Lodge. Self parking is free.

This San Simeon motel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
San Simeon Lodge offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV 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
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 AM - 10 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 15 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
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 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 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

San Simeon Lodge
San Simeon Lodge Inn
San Simeon Lodge Motel
San Simeon Lodge San Simeon
San Simeon Lodge Motel San Simeon

Frequently asked questions

How close is San Simeon Lodge to the airport?

San Simeon Lodge is 42.1 mi (53-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 San Simeon Lodge?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Simeon Lodge on Oct 27, 2025 start from $79.0, 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 San Simeon Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at San Simeon Lodge.

How close is San Simeon Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 3.2 mi (4-min drive) from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach and 3.3 mi (5-min drive) from Moonstone Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does San Simeon Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at San Simeon Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at San Simeon Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at San Simeon Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at San Simeon Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does San Simeon Lodge have a pool?

San Simeon Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does San Simeon Lodge have a restaurant?

San Simeon Lodge is home to Beach Bar and Grill, which features American cuisine, ocean views, and happy hour.

Does San Simeon Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is San Simeon Lodge to downtown San Simeon?

San Simeon Lodge is 0.2 mi away from San Simeon.

Reviews

San Simeon Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

COBY, Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Duc

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The noise from the room above and next wall, the smell, not enough outlets to charge my phone, I watch, the bed tub is so old , everything need to updates and remodeling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Violet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Larissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok stay

Because of the proximity to the beach its very damp. No air conditioning or heating and very thin walls. Its an older hotel, its comfortable and cozy but no locks on the windows and flimsy door locks made me a little uncomfortable. People running the hotel are very nice and helpful. They are the best thing about staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice being right by the ocean. The pool area is odd and uninviting with the lounge chairs being outside the pool area. Except being woken up by a party happening at 1am it was a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vickie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was uncomfortable and the room wasn't worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Very chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had the most comfortable mattress and the restaurant attached to the hotel was good. Liked that the beach was walking distance and literally across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the fact that we were able to bring our dog and had a room on the bottom level where we can bring the dog outside plus the restaurant had a patio where we were able to have our dog while we ate lunch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

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

Nice clean older hotel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to lay down and rest. You can hear the ocean with the window open. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and close to Hearst Castle and the viewing area for the Elephant Seals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Small room & shower - outdated bathroom

The online photos of the King rooms showed an updated bathroom. The bathroom in our room was old, mold on grout, very small shower and bathroom. The King room was very small. The screen door to patio hardly opened.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Room was clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place, I have been coming here for years and it never changes. The staff is very friendly. The happy hour at the restaurant is really good. The rooms are nice and clean. What absolutely recommend this to anybody I am a solo traveler with a dog, and it was absolutely fabulous!!
View from the café at San Simeon Lodge
Fish, and chips
Ocean and beach right across from the hotel
Beautiful drive up the coast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

conrad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Two queen beds ok. No A/C or heat. No elevator. View of ocean is from across the road. Restaurant doesn't open till 8am.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ahmed, Reseda

Traveled with family
Needs some remodeling. Very old and run down bathrooms, furniture and appliances. Not a very good deal. Only update item Were the windows. Shower and tub in bad shape. Service staff did good job and place was very clean, but owners need to pay more attention to its condition
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all amazing. The small room, though dated without a microwave, was clean & comfy with a little balcony & prerry view of grassy area. I believe all rooms face pool. There is an attached dining/ bar, 500 feet from thr rooms & a small market. What was unfortunate- was the screen door, was all ripped up & broke off track ( we did a temp fix ourself for our stay, holiday weekend- shorthanded maintenance )- staff).... The food in restaurant was very good. One downside, for breakfast, on the 5th of July- they had 0 fruit! Now, this is a coastal town- 30 min from Paso Robles, an agricultural area, so that was frustrating. But then, we walked to the convenience store - next door where they had fresh apples, oranges & bananas. Idk, but - At any rate- really overall, the rest of our 2 nights ( cold, windy- 50 degree summer) was very nice. You may not get in a lot of warm sunbathing or swim time, unless cold swimming is your thing- but there are lots of walking trails a few miles down the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the memories.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josefina

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

Comfort and friendly

We loved the area the staff qas ai friendly and welcoming would come back real soon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run-down motel, mold-smelly room, can hear guests tromping around upstairs, just gross overall experience. Very unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pete

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025