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Sea Otter Inn

3.0 of 5
6656 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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Sea Otter Inn
Ranked #7 of 10 hotels in Cambria
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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LA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

The Sea Otter Inn, one of a string of small hotels on Moonstone Beach in Cambria. It is quaint, cozy, well situated, just a couple of steps from the boardwalk but also close to Highway 1, so if you're in the inner rooms (higher numbers, I think), you'd hear the cars from your room. They offer a continental breakfast -... More

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California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

We traveled to Cambria over spring break 4 adults 3 teen and 1 senior. We booked 2 rooms at the Sea Otter Inn. I called them directly to reserve our rooms rates were cheaper than all the other websites plus when I tried to book 2 rooms with 2 queen beds on line it stated only king beds available. The... More

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deltona, fl
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Fantastic walkway steps away from the Pacific. Wonderful views of the shoreline and seals. We actually saw a mom seal nursing her baby just feet away from us. Great place to stay. Very quaint and comfortable.

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Tustin
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We just spent three nights at the Sea Otter Inn in Cambria and loved it. We stayed in Room 126 with an ocean view. The room was very large, had a fireplace and the decor was charming. Two double windows with flower boxes filled with geraniums. Reminded me of an English cottage. The king sized bed was very comfortable and... More

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East Bay,California
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5 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Everything about the Sea Otter Inn was wonderful; the cleanliness, the location of it right next to the beach with a lovely boardwalk, the comfortable room with the fireplace, the pool, the jacuzzi, the lovely gardens, the continental breakfast spread and friendliness of staff made the stay so awesome. I also brought my dog with me, and this place being... More

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colorado
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80 reviews 80 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

I got this steal deal from a discount site and wondered how good they'd be since Im not familiar with the area. I was pleasantly surprised with the friendliness, cleanliness and decor of the motel. Its been carefully redone and the maintainence people do one of the best jobs of keeping this place up Ive ever seen. Their flowers and... More

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Syracuse, New York
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6 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

Pretty nice, with only minor problems. There are many hotels around here which are probably fairly similar. This is about as close as you can stay to Hearst Castle. Pros: - Nice location across a quiet street from the ocean. There's nothing built on the ocean side of the road, so it seems pretty nice. We only stayed the night,... More

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Temecula, California
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

A one night stop on our travels down the PCH. Overall, pleased I suppose. Cute and charming room. Outdated bathroom. Fireplace was a nice touch and the room decor was pretty. Loved that it was literally across the street from the beach. Front desk staff wasn't exactly friendly and that's a shame. Did have to kill a spider in the... More

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ParadiseInThePines, General Manager at Sea Otter Inn, responded to this review
2 April 2013

We're glad you liked your room, the fireplace, the decor, and our location on Moonstone Beach Drive. Please accept my personal apologies that our front desk staff did not meet your expectations. We will take your feedback to heart as we do our best to live up to our goal of treating every guest with kindness, courtesy, and a welcoming... More

London, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

LOCATION – Very easy to find, right on the main road through the town. Hotel is just across the road from lovely Moonstone beach and restaurants are within easy walking distance. ROOM – Nice, cosy, traditional décor. The room we stayed in had a fireplace in living area with large sofas. It also had two bathrooms with toiletries and hairdryer,... More

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California
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

This is a great little hotel directly across from Moonstone beach. The rooms were quaint, nice sized and clean. Not fancy. The front desk was very pleasant and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.

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Also Known As:
Sea Otter Hotel Cambria
Sea Otter Hotel
Address: 6656 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > Cambria
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#5 Family Hotels in Cambria
#8 Romantic Hotels in Cambria
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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