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Sands by The Sea

2.0 star property
Beach location and 2 outdoor pools

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Relax by the fire pit in a serene oceanfront setting, surrounded by lush greenery.
Relax in a serene space with a comfortable seating area, featuring a glass table and a plant.
Relax in a spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a comfortable sofa and armchair.
Classic hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.
Practice yoga amidst a serene coastal landscape with a tree as your backdrop.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Gym

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, No View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Pool
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8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,646 reviews
The price is CA $222
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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About the area

Map
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

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sands by The Sea

Motel near Moonstone Beach Park
Consider a stay at Sands by The Sea and take advantage of a gym, a business center, and a full-service spa. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Cavalier Coastal Kitchen, features a beachfront location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and free newspapers
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Sands by The Sea have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
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The price is CA $222
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Cavalier Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sands by The Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands by The Sea?

As of Aug 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by The Sea on Aug 3, 2025 start from CA $123.59, 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.

Is Sands by The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Sands by The Sea?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 150.

Where is Sands by The Sea located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this San Simeon motel is 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 mi (5 km).

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Sands by The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1002 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

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel for an amazing price. The room is a little old but everything else was perfect. The beach is beautiful and the restaurant is lovely. I will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Pleasant stay. Nothing fancy but reasonable price for stay near the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot better than my expectations. I would definitely stay here again. On the beach and good for family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, easy beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant nearby
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location next to the beach. The amenities from the cavalier hotel are nice. The hotel is dated but it was a good bed and great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved that it was right on the coast. Beautiful sunsets right behind the hotel. Firepits and outdoor games made the back of the hotel a great hang out. Best part of the place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

eleazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noce, good location. Old rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean is 100 feet from the beach It was very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's conveniently located to Cambria, Moonstone Beach, elephant seal viewing and Hearst Castle. They didn't charge a pet fee which was a MAJOR plus. Staff was very nice. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, little problem with check-in was quickly solved and got an upgrade to a nice spacious room. Comfy beds. Dinneroptions nearby. Beautiful location at the ocean, watched the beautiful sunset near the fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Amenities
Great place to see a sun set
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Amenities
Property staff was very pleasant. The amenities were wonderful. Location near restaurants, beach and a bodega.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I have stayed yet at the coast of California. You don’t have to go anywhere else the amenities, the beach is right there . Spectacular sunset just wonderful experience my kids had so much fun! Definitely coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus C

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome, with a great view of the ocean, very friendly staff and very close to the Hearst Castle. Very enjoyable place with great amenities, unfortunately we weren't able to use it due to one night stay. great and fun to be there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel/motel so much that we are already planning our next trip. Easy check in next door at the sister hotel. Plenty of parking. The room was nice and beds were comfortable. Friendly staff. The pools were so nice! Gym was small, but perfect! Woke up and Enjoyed a short walk to the beach. The sound of the ocean waves were amazing at night! The fire pits were great. Plus the volleyball court and games were super cool. Definitely staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time while on our trip, room was a lil dingy, rusty and outdated but very clean. Will definitely stay here again but maybe upgrade with a room with a view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
great location and amazing property, friendly staff. the room had hair al
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025