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Silver Surf Motel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this San Simeon motel

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Indoor spa tub

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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9390 Castillo Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452
  • Place, Cambria State Marine Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hearst Castle
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(103 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Fireplace | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 3993 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6

Deluxe Room with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room With Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, cribs/infant beds

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

San Simeon

Close to the beach.Your stay at this San Simeon motel places you within a 10-minute walk of San Simeon State Park and Cambria State Marine Park. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph Hearst State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cambria State Marine Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • San Simeon State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 4 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Hearst Castle - 25 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Silver Surf Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this San Simeon motel
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A hot tub, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Silver Surf Motel. Self parking is free.

This San Simeon motel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
Silver Surf Motel offers 72 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This San Simeon motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Shopping
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

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
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 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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, and JCB International. 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 outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Silver Surf Motel to the airport?

Silver Surf Motel is 42 mi (59-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Silver Surf Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Silver Surf Motel.

How close is Silver Surf Motel to the beach?

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

Does Silver Surf Motel offer free breakfast?

Silver Surf Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Silver Surf Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Silver Surf Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Silver Surf Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Silver Surf Motel have a pool?

Silver Surf Motel does not have a pool.

Does Silver Surf Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Silver Surf Motel to downtown San Simeon?

Silver Surf Motel is 0.1 mi away from San Simeon.

Silver Surf Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1297 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH, Costa Mesa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very, very good choice for inexpensive lodging right in the heart of San Simeon. Walk to restaurants, groceries, bars, and the ocean & beach is right across the street. When I checked in I asked for a quiet room on an upper floor and they gave me exactly that. Excellent front desk service. Room was clean, comfortable, and VERY QUIET. Lots of free parking and they have a hot tub on site also. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was tidy but the floors needed mopping and the sheets had stains. The hot tub was absolutely disgusting. It was yellow brown water and smelled like dirty homeless folks clothes had been soaking in it. No one could use it and when I checked out on Sunday November 2nd, the man at the counter argued with me and made every excuse he could think of instead of just saying... im sorry the hot tub wasnt clean, I'll make sure its addressed. He had the nerve to tell me he had seen it and tested it that morning and it was "up to par"..... but then a minute later said it is " self cleaning" but it never gets the chance to clean itself because people are always in it. I wasn't looking for anything for free.... I was just truly disappointed for mine and the 5 other families who wanted to use it. We will be staying elsewhere next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, location... This is a great value for a place so close to the ocean, to Hearst Castle, to Cambria.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deepak Goud

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Silver Surf! Rooms are very clean and we love the high ceilings with ceiling fans. The window shutters are great too! (Only issue was our tv didn’t work- but fortunately it was not a big deal since we didn’t have anything we really wanted to watch anyway.)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Serena

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
HOST WAS POLITE. CHECK IN EASY. ROOM CLEAN, BUT THEY STILL HAVE CARPET, WHICH IS SUPRISING THEY DIDNT REMODEL WITH LAMINATE FLOORING. WE WOKE UP TO NO POWER, SO COULDNT GET READY, NO CALLS FROM HOTEL LOBBY TO ADVISE. TVS ARE A PAIN TO MANAGE TOO. BUT INEXEPENSIVE WAY TO STAY BY THE OCEAN. ROOMS HAVE STRANGE DECOR AND PAINT CHOICES CONSIDERING IS A BEACH HOTEL, BUT IT WAS DECENT ENOUGH. THEY HAVE RACOONS TOO, WE MET A FAMILY IN THE HALL GOING THROUGH GARBAGES. NO FRILLS, BASIC SIMPLE STAY.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always have a problem with the tv. I hate Direct tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exactly what you would expect from a 3 star rather than 2, I was pleasantly surprised and great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and spacious. Staff was excellent, the receptionist upgraded our room for our anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosemarie

Disliked: Cleanliness
No maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

robyn

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No maid service. Dirty floors and windows. Trash outside everywhere. Manager rude.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service
no extra towels
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it must've been recently remodeled. it was all tile and granite inside. clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Internet doenst work very well, complete dead zone for cell phones and their internet is horrible keeps throwing you out. No air conditioning just a heater that wont turn off. Our door 134 wouldnt open unless you put forces into it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madalena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable. Neighbors were good. For the most part it was quite. I would go back to this hotel. Only one bad thing when I called about 4:30pm, to confirm my reservations the front desk clerk was a little rude. When I asked her name, she said it was "the front desk." I guess I would not want to give my name if I was rude either. :( I had 2 reservations for that day Oct 18th. I went to the Cambria Scarecrow Festival.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Haik

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

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

Filthy floors

I don’t believe the room has ever been mopped. The floors turned our feet and socks black. I took two wash rags and got them wet and cleans the bathroom floor myself and when I took them to show the staff the only thing they said was we don’t appreciate guests ruining our towel. I included a picture of the wash rags used to clean the bathroom floor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is awesome, location is great for exploring the Central Coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduvijes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Surroundings seems a little unkept but room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025