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Sands by The Sea

2.0 star property
Beach motel with 2 outdoor pools in San Simeon

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BBQ/picnic area
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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9355 Hearst Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452
  • Moonstone Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hearst Castle
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, No View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, No View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Simeon

Steps from the beach.Your stay at this San Simeon motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State 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

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • San Simeon Pier - 5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Hearst Castle - 26 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hearst Ranch Winery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sands by The Sea

Beach motel with 2 outdoor pools in San Simeon
Sands by The Sea offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. There's an onsite business center.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Sands by The Sea also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This San Simeon motel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Sands by The Sea offers 33 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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 cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 150

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Sunday (1:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [9415 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, California 93452]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults, and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 150

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the motel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sands by The Sea to the airport?

Sands by The Sea is 42 mi (58-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 Sands by The Sea?

As of Sep 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by The Sea on Oct 1, 2025 start from $99.0, 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 Sands by The Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sands by The Sea.

How close is Sands by The Sea to the beach?

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

Does Sands by The Sea offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Sands by The Sea, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 30 for adults, USD 5 and 30 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sands by The Sea?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Sands by The Sea?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sands by The Sea?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sands by The Sea have a pool?

Sands by The Sea features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Sands by The Sea have a restaurant?

Sands by The Sea is home to Cavalier Coastal Kitchen, which features a beachfront location.

Does Sands by The Sea have a spa?

This motel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Sands by The Sea to downtown San Simeon?

Sands by The Sea is 0.1 mi away from San Simeon.

Sands by The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia Sanchez

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff Especially Roxy!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is amazing!! The staff is super friendly especially Roxy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DGrant

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

Big Sur South

Great location and absolutely pet friendly. I would recommend to anyone who travels with furry friends. Great family and couple location also on the south end of Big Sur.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very clean and the staff was very friendly..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamim, CAMBRIDGE

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monaliza

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pedro, Santa Fe Springs

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Economical, clean and close to the shore.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Silvia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shower water temperature is a bit tricky to adjust.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Definitely older property, rooms need some tlc and has a very strong smell (some sort of cleaner maybe?). Tiny bathroom and shower but fine for our one night stay. Gorgeous ocean and sunset views from the property and super convenient to Hearst castle so perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Best staff in the area

This a great property. Staff is top notch. Great price for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Snatch

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yorllana

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Santa Barbara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Love this property! Our room was a bit dirty but I will still come back! Staff were super friendly & professional! I liked their uniforms!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
By the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Отель расположен в удивительном месте. Каждый раз, когда сюда приезжаем, отдыхаем душой, наслаждаемся красотой природы и мощностью океана. Восхитительные закаты и релакс открытых каминов , животный мир - все это дополняет привлекательность этого места. Близкое расположение с замком Херста и виноградники заставляют меня приезжать снова и снова.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025