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Castle Inn

3.0 star property
Motel in Cambria with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Castle Inn, by the beach, offers a comfortable stay with free self-serve breakfast. Relax at the firepit or spa tub, and enjoy ocean views from Moonstone Beach Park. Helpful staff, an electric car charging station, and barbecue grills complete the amenities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room, Multiple Beds (Budget)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed (Budget) No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View No Pets | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View No Pets

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Budget) No Pets | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Budget) No Pets

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Bed, Limited View No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed, Limited View Pets OK | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Bed, Limited View Pets OK

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View No Pets

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Ocean View No Pets

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed Oceanfront View No Pets | Beach/ocean view

1 King Bed Oceanfront View No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2-Queen Beds, Limited View No Pets | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2-Queen Beds, Limited View No Pets

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Beds, Limited View Pets Ok

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
6620 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cambria State Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leffingwell Landing - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Castle Inn

Motel near a boardwalk/promenade
At Castle Inn, you can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Castle Inn have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Blue Dolphin Inn - 6470 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA 93428]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.13 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 28.13 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 28.13 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 28.13 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Castle Inn Sea
Castle Inn Sea Cambria
Castle Sea Cambria
Castle Inn Cambria
Castle Cambria
Castle Inn Motel
Castle Inn Cambria
Castle Inn Motel Cambria

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Castle Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Castle Inn allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 28.13 per night and a fee of USD 28.13 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castle Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Castle Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is steps from San Simeon State Park and Cambria State Marine Park. Moonstone Beach and Leffingwell Landing are also within 5 minutes.

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Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 809 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1039 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1039 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room beach view breakfast was fresh
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Love our stay here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great area, close to the shore and great breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, location and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Castle Inn. One of the cleanest hotels we’ve ever stayed in. We love Moonstone Beach and will definitely stay again.♥️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so informative and friendly. Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room comfortable king bed nice pool and Jacuzzi. Seating to enjoy the ocean from across the street will be back..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to the ocean and dining options
Outdoor shower
Nice plants
Beautiful sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish we had time to stay more than one night. Loved this peaceful little inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is wonderful, right across the street from the beach. The property was just renovated and very clean. Jack checked us is and was very friendly and answered some our questions about the area. Very happy with our choice of hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay here. Very nice accommodations and pet friendly. We enjoyed watching the sunset and later the fire pit. Right across from the beach and nice walk. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and newly remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonghyuk

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The beach is right cross the street. Sunset view at the patio and pool was excellent. Breakfast was very minimal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is right across from the beach, the room was nice and the bed was comfortable. The view of the ocean was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, cute place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach was across street. Easy access and nice vibe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our first stay at the Castle Inn was very enjoyable!! The breakfast could be better for over $200 a night and truly that would be our only suggestion. Happy with the Oceanfront King Bedroom!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was so convenient to the beach and had comfortable chsird on the lawn to watch the sundet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent J

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to board walk and has a pool, hot tub and fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful, clean, and great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach, dog friendly, and free EV charging. Downstairs rooms have no sound insulation from upstairs rooms. Can be very loud. I believe if you stay there with your dogs you will be put in a downstairs room…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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