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Pelican Inn & Suites

3.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Moonstone Beach Park

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Exterior
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Pelican Inn & Suites, steps from Moonstone Beach Park, is perfect for coastal exploration. Relax in the spa tub, enjoy the outdoor pool, and gather by the lobby fireplace. Free self-parking adds convenience to this well-reviewed getaway.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Cambria, Pelican Inn & Suites is near the beach. Hearst Ranch Winery and Harmony Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cambria State Marine Park and Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay. Sebastian General Store and Stepladder Ranch and Creamery are also worth visiting. Kayaking, sailing, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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6316 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428

What's nearby

  • Moonstone Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leffingwell Landing - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nitt Witt Ridge - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Pelican Inn & Suites

Hotel near Moonstone Beach Park
Pelican Inn & Suites provides amenities like a fireplace in the lobby and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Pelican Inn & Suites feature perks such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Pelican Cambria
Pelican Inn
Pelican Inn Cambria
Pelican Hotel Cambria
Pelican Inn And Suites
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel
Pelican Inn & Suites Cambria
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel Cambria

Frequently asked questions

Does Pelican Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pelican Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Pelican Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Pelican Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Pelican Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Cambria, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of San Simeon State Park and Moonstone Beach Park. Moonstone Beach and Cambria State Marine Park are just steps away.

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Reviews

Pelican Inn & Suites Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1019 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is unbeatable and the value is even better compared to the other options which are more "motel-like".
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrzej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lodging at Moonstone Beach in Cambria, California.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryedith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the coast road, great beach access and walkable boardwalk. Fall asleep to the sound of the waves! Nice staff and just a short walk to a great restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area very nice room.staff helpful and nice
Across the street
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views, clean walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay it was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very well kept place but I do not go there for a nice room. I go there for the central coast experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was very kind & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be my favorite place now!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel right across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for walking along Moonsrone Beach and driving to other beautiful areas. All workers were wonderful. The ocean view was wonderful. However, the pool wasn’t warm enough to use, the suite needs updated furniture, and it could use a deeper cleaning behind the nightstands and furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place Sam the assistant GM is awsome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across from the ocean. Room was clean. Staff was friendly and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location - beautiful view and easy beach access. Pet-friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, obviously. Rooms were very nice and included a gas fireplace. Walls were a little thin and the staff doesn’t clean unless you stay 3 or more days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like that it's right across from the beach and not that far from shopping and dinning . We didn't like that our TV didn't work the first night . bored !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDGAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel s in a great location. Safe, peaceful, and perfect for relaxing. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to Cambria, Heart Castle. Very nice for direct access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Part was under construction - but can't help that. Didn't let us know about the parking and having to move our car. Hot Tub was broken. The rooms were great. Very spacious and clean. Some of the trees blocked the ocean view, but all in all - was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean, nice bedding, location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff could have been more friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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