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Sand Castle Inn

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Sand Castle Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a telephone, and wall-mounted lamps.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a door.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(102 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Seaside, Sand Castle Inn is in an area with great shopping. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lovers Point and Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. With kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Seaside travel guide
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1011 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA, 93955

What's nearby

  • Undulating sand dunes with smooth, flowing surfaces.
    Eolian Dunes Preserve
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, rocky outcrops, and lush greenery.
    Monterey State Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A sign for Fort Ord Dunes State Park with a coastal landscape in the background.
    Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Fremont Street
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pacchetti Dog Park
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    17 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Panda Express
    3 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    10 min walk

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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
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Castle Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sand Castle Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Eolian Dunes Preserve and Monterey State Beach. Fort Ord Dunes State Park and North Fremont Street are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1251 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pretty hotel. It was easy to get to and there were tons of places to eat around the hotel. Staff was super nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Was located very close to an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean. Perfect for a weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location near Monterey! The building is older, but it’s very well taken care of. Our room was clean and comfortable, we felt safe, and we slept great. The staff was friendly and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people take pride in their property and making it nice for travelers to enjoy,they always keep the room nice and neat and fresh,cool area out front to have a seat and enjoy a drink after a long day,can't say enough positive things about the place other than it's came along way and wonderful people run it are doing a fantastic job,We stay here often travelling for work near the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was very clean. Enjoyable stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Neat little place, staff was friendly and were always there willing to help. The location had access to food, convenience stores, and markets which was nice. Price for a 2 night stay was very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The layout and architecture was pretty solid compared to other places in Monterey. Great pricing for what it is :) Location is awesome as well! Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was very accommodating and the location was perfect for us
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. We had a pleasant stay. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean very nice people,they keep the property nice and neat and keep the riff raff away
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was clean with friendly staff. I will be returning next week!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean updated rooms, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great nice service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and staff was courteous upon checking in and also when checking out. Would definitely recommend staying at the Sand Castle Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, very easy check in process. Love the key pad doors, no keys or access cards. Smart TV. Amazing place especially for the price. If your in the area and need a place to stay I highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When you first drive in you can tell it’s an older hotel, but the rooms inside are really nice and the beds are comfortable, and everything was nicely cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good budget-friendly hotel, and only about 10mins away from Monterey attractions. Staff was friendly and helpful. They have a vending machine, ice machine, water refill station, as well as washer/dryer that came in useful during our trip. The room was a good size and very well distributed, with a good size bathroom. Everything seemed clean and tidy. Some parts of the room could use some upkeep like paint or repair but overall we were very comfortable during our stay. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room at a great price. Close to Cannery Row.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean large room, next to Costco and close to Monterey. Safe and friendly 😄
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and nice room and helpful staff. We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, always accommodating. Our go to stay when we’re in town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026