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Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

2.5 star property
Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Located close to San Simeon State Park, Quality Inn near Hearst Castle provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
9260 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • San Simeon Pier - 4 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Hearst Castle - 25 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Hotel near San Simeon State Park
Located close to San Simeon Pier and Hearst Ranch Winery, Quality Inn near Hearst Castle provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and beach towels
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 56 individually furnished rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1977
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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, 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Quality Inn near Hearst Castle have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10 PM.

Is Quality Inn near Hearst Castle pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quality Inn near Hearst Castle?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn near Hearst Castle?

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

What time is check-out at Quality Inn near Hearst Castle?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Quality Inn near Hearst Castle located?

Located in the heart of San Simeon, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from San Simeon State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of San Simeon Pier and Moonstone Beach Park. Hearst Ranch Winery and Nitt Witt Ridge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1086 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1086 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mayrah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very welcoming and nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lui

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

8/10 Good

Garvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast selection is good. The staff is helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk man that helped us, was very sweet and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable prices area has easy access to highway 1
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice room. friendly staff and GREAT breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han Na

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our family’s second stay at this hotel. It is very quiet, the staff are friendly, and the breakfast is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous breakfast, great staff at check-in and breakfast too. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Staff & service
Exterior buildings had very dated rooms. Breakfast was good and staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiajia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staffs, clean room, comfortable bed and bedding, at a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

NATALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff members are very nice, hotel average.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han Na

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kindly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Remar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very modest property, and modestly price, so honestly I was surprised how nice the manager was and how in shape the rooms and property was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk. Easy parking. Just baked cookies in lobby. Clean room and comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Friendly Staff, clean rooms and a terrific breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariness

Very clean and spacious room. The breakfast options were more abundant than expected. We appreciated the friendly and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only just got here but the concierge was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in you are visiting the area. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, excellent breakfast options. Very attentive and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Home

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

Great one night stay

Great stay and excellent breakfast. Staff super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This motel is across the HWY 1 along the coast. San Simeon is a beautiful coastal area. The hotel is an older property but my room was large and clean. Breakfast was great, and management was hard working and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raina

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

Will come back

Great friendly staff, breakfast is nice. Love that they provide fresh towels and coffees and cookies are available always.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, friendly people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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