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Sea Otter Inn: Traveller Reviews

3.0 of 5
6656 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428
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Ranked #8 of 33 Cambria B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 129 Reviews
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  • Continental breakfast(5)
  • Moonstone beach(5)
  • Comfortable bed(4)
  • Front room(3)
  • Hearst castle(3)
  • Better value(3)
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Bikelvr
Colorado
Reviewer
3 reviews
“Well, not quite as advertised...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2010

The sign outside the Inn boasts "Charming rooms with FIREPLACES". Since the weather was pretty dismal during our stay, I was able to console myself with the knowledge that at least we'd have a romantic fireplace to keep us warm and toasty. The advertised fireplace is actually a gas unit which is tied into the thermostat (so, if you need warmth during the night, you'll have to deal with the cracking and popping of the "fireplace" turning off and on all night). We were actually advised about this drawback by the gentleman at the desk who attempted to find a space heater for us (he was unsuccessful but said that he could check with their other properties if we really wanted one...we declined). The fireplace itself was a small flame behind glass that was almost completely opaque. No problem....we decided to go out to the hot tub to warm up. The hot tub/pool was located pretty much right next to Hwy 1, so it didn't exactly cut it in the romance department. Other than these issues, the room was clean and they had a continental breakfast in their lobby (which you can take back to your room or if the weather is nice, you could take across the street to the beach). All said and done, I will probably see what other lodging is available in Cambria next time we go...and will know better than to take "log" fireplace advertisements at face value.

  • Stayed January 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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basyu2
california
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3 reviews
3 helpful votes
“A great place to stay for a reasonable rate right on Moonstone Beach”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2010

Arrived just before sun set and stayed over night on the dinner package. Overall it was a wonderful experience to be so close the beautiful coast bluffs. Room was spotlessly clean and had all the amenities we needed for our stay with nice comfortable beds, fireplace TV, etc.. The dinner at the Cambria Pines Lodge included a bottle of local wine that was very good with an excellent dinner! Continental breakfast was a nice treat of selected pastries and other goodies. The staff at the Inn were extremely friendly, nice and helpful and made you feel at home. I've signed up to be MVP so the I get email notification for future stays. We hopefully plan another 2 nights stay in February. They are pet friendly too. All of Cambria is truly a delight of a little town, most of all I think the friendliness of the people makes this happen, every where we went people were nice and welcoming. Heast Castle is very close by if you care to take a tour. We just enjoyed walking around the town and had lunch at Lynn's, great place to eat! Town has some very nice antiques shops and book stores.

  • Stayed December 2009, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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karsushi
Tehachapi, California
1 review
“Themed Rooms”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2009

Luxury bedding. Very Plush. Your own small garden with seating. We loved staying here. Was even a fire place which we didn't use. Directly across highway from beach. Very comfortable beds w/plush bedding. Comfortable beds are most important!

Stayed May 2008, travelled with friends
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hootie33
Sacramento, California
Reviewer
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
“Wonderful stay...beautiful views!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2009

Booked 2 nights as part of a package that included dinner at Cambria Pines Lodge. Very friendly and quick check-in. They had already booked our dinner reservations for us. Stayed in a king patio room. Very clean, maybe a little dated, but really enjoyed the fireplace and patio. Wonderful sunset views across the street. Continental breakfast was sufficient and included hard boiled eggs, cereal, bagels, pastries, yogurt, and coffee. Would stay again.

Stayed October 2009, travelled as a couple
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RexLakewood_Ca_
Lakewood, Ca.
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
5 helpful votes
“A hidden jewel on the Central Coast, great.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2009
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Were here in October, off season rates were in effect, great value. The room with fireplace is well above average, clean, and well maintained. The grounds are like a garden at a palace, so well kept up, the ocean is across the road from the room with wooden walking trails for miles. The staff was friendly and able, over 20 cars in the lot at dawn, a good sign. We have stayed here about 10 times ove the last couple years, always a joy.

  • Stayed October 2009, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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