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Sands by The Sea

2.0 star property
San Simeon beach motel with 2 outdoor pools and spa

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BBQ/picnic area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fitness facility
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Beachfront bliss awaits at Sands by The Sea. Savor the ocean views and indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment or deep-tissue massage, then refuel with cooked-to-order breakfast from Cavalier Coastal Kitchen. Connect with free in-room WiFi, unwind by one of two outdoor pools, and enjoy the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Business center
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$99 nightly
The total price is $112
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

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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)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,701 reviews
$159 nightly
The price is $179
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

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9355 Hearst Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • San Simeon Pier - 5 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Hearst Castle - 26 min drive - 14.1 km

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

Sands by The Sea puts you within a 10-minute drive of Moonstone Beach Park. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. There are 2 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (1 total)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Cavalier Coastal Kitchen - This restaurant is located on the beach. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults, and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 150

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sands by The Sea offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sands by The Sea does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sands by The Sea?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Sands by The Sea?

Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 1 total.

Is parking offered on site at Sands by The Sea?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sands by The Sea?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 150. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Sands by The Sea and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and body boarding. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Sands by The Sea also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Sands by The Sea?

Yes, Cavalier Coastal Kitchen offers beachfront dining.

What's the area around Sands by The Sea like?

Sands by The Sea is a short 7-minute walk from San Simeon State Park and 3 minutes' walk from Cambria State Marine Park. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Sands by The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Beach
Restaurant
Ocean
Breakfast
Bed
View
Coffee

What guests liked

  • The beach access was excellent with beautiful views and a convenient location right next to the ocean. (52 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and easily accessible for guests. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The location is amazing!
Jorge, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family trip

The day was pleasant. Rooms were clean. The resort amenities were amazing. The fire pits room service was great overall it was an exceptional day.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Worth every penny
Jozett, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

We had a great day at the Sands by the sea hotel. The room was very spacious clean and the bed was very comfortable clean bathroom great stay will come again.
Joni D., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would go again

Amazing view had a great time
Tennison, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great weekend getaway

This was a planned weekend getaway. The room was nice and quiet. Falling asllep to the sound of the ocean was soothing. We had to check in at the hotel next door which wasn't a big deal but it would have been nice to have coffee and at least pastries if your not a big breakfast eater and are leaving early. Coffee was available in the rooms, but if you wanted more you had to walk over to the cavalier next door. Again, Pastries would have been nice.
sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very clean and the staff was very friendly..
Ray, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this spot, nothing spectacular but there are no negatives for me. Its right on the beach too.
Will, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

My favorite place to stay. The rooms are a bit outdated but clean and comfortable. The property amenities are great. We stay here every time we are in the area
Kelly, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Family of 6 trip to Hearst Castle

The hotel provided
Marie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Economical, clean and close to the shore.
Pedro, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The 1st room they gave us smelled like mildew. It was dusty on the ceiling, fan, bed skirts and the sink was clogged. The 2nd room the bed skirts were dusty, the vents by the windows were rusty, and the
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
DGrant, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best staff in the area

This a great property. Staff is top notch. Great price for the location.
Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the beach access and the way they have it set up beautiful
Nora, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a peaceful and family-friendly place.
Lupe, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a quiet place and the staff is very friendly.
Lupe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay along the coast. The front desk staff was very helpful.
Bryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the property and you can hangout at the fire pits and there is a restaurant next door
nick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The area is well kept and beach access is great

8/10 Very good

Excellent location and wonderful view and use of firepits and ocean views. Staff is always friendly, funny, personable and professional especially Roxy. The hotel is dated and find it very interesting that the shower head is about face height for me and I'm 5'7". It is nice that they offer housekeeping but they tend to come whenever they want not when you ask them to overall love the place and will come back.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Decent hotel but needs some repairs and updates

The hotel was clean. It’s an old hotel so everything is outdated. And there is no AC. My only negative is our room had a broken door for where the fridge was. So the door wouldn’t stay closed. Also one of the drawers next to the fridge was broken and would also pop open and you couldn’t close it.
Karina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

San simeon by the sea

Amazing few days
Laurel, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good ocean stay

Bathroom needs updating. The tub was slippery when showering.Otherwise very close to the beach and plenty of amenities.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

By the beach
Tera, 1-night trip