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Calafia Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near San Clemente State Beach

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Located near San Clemente State Beach and Pier, Calafia Inn offers a convenient stay with in-room WiFi. Enjoy the perks of free self parking and express check-out, while being assisted by the helpful staff who have left a great impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in San Clemente, Calafia Inn is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Clemente State Beach and San Onofre State Beach, while The Coach House and Mission San Juan Capistrano are cultural highlights. Casa Romantica and San Clemente Pier are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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2341 S EL CAMINO REAL, San Clemente, CA, 92672

What's nearby

  • San Clemente Municipal Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Clemente State Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Casa Romantica - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Clemente Pier - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Clemente City Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 6 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Big Helyn's Saloon - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pedro's Tacos - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Calafia Inn

Motel remodeled in 2022 and located near San Clemente State Beach
Located close to San Clemente Pier and Casa Romantica, Calafia Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Calafia Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Calafia Inn are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1950
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - July 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 49.00
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 49.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must register upon arrival. No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms after 9 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Calafia Beach San Clemente

Frequently asked questions

Is Calafia Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Calafia Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Calafia Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 49.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Calafia Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 49.00 (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Calafia Inn?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Calafia Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of San Clemente State Beach, San Clemente Pier, and Casa Romantica. San Onofre State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Calafia Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and allowed me to check in early , the room was very nice clean and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Motel is beautifully put together and the owner/ operators are amazing! Close to the beach and nightlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and charming. The owners were lovely. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property were incredibly nice 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very nice. Room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elle

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

Amazing staff, great location

Loved our stay here! Have stayed at a ton of SC hotels and Calafia Inn by far had the best hospitality. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Really clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
People running it make you feel like family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rad little surf hotel. Very friendly staff. Parking is easy. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is a very clean and comfortable place to stay. Parking is very convenient. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

This is a great place. Rooms are clean and spacious! Front office staff were perfect! Thank you for a ice 2 night stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are wonderful to deal with, and the rooms are very clean and a great location. If you are looking for a good clean standard room with really no great bells or whistles but a wonderful place to rest your head without worrying about bugs crawling across you. This place is wonderful. I will definitely stay again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a little retro and super cute, well maintained, clean. We felt safe and it had a cute little court yard. The owners were so sweet and accommodating. Great location. We will certainly stay there again if the opportunity arises! They did a beautiful and fun job in updating the property. Fun color scheme, nice and tastefully decorated. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times and it does not disappoint! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here while attending Ohana Fest. Room was nice and clean, and the bed was comfortable! This was my second time staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and welcoming staff. Clean room and great price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here! I have stayed at this inn multiple times and it never disappoints. The staff are professional and friendly, the rooms are SO clean and it’s quiet and safe. All I could ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & spacious, cute & beachy. Needs smart TVs and more cozy atmosphere, it’s kinda sterile.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Manager is Amazing and this is a cozy easy to parking and unloading Beach ⛱️ feel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and can’t beat the price during summer time in San Clemente
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the management , love the are around close to the beach , recomendable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Staff is very helpful and the property has been totally renovated with all modern beds and TV ect . Very clean 👌 Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here three times now. The property is always clean and well kept, the staff are friendly and helpful, and the rooms are so so clean! Highly recommended this little gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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