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Sand Castle Inn

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A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug. - Sand Castle Inn (Seaside)
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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
(66 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
(83 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(92 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 cliffs, a beach, and the ocean.
    Monterey State Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, green vegetation, and a clear view of the ocean.
    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
  • Taco Bell
    4 min walk
  • Panda Express
    3 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: 21

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

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

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 656 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1192 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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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10/10 Excellent

Martha

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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

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great nice service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Roxy

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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10/10 Excellent

Eryk

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
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Mehran

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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

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family loved staying here. Was are first time staying at the hotel . Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, friendly staff everything you need is all around!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mykhailo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property owner keeps it clean and he’s very accommodating. Almost checked in before their check out time. Rooms smell amazing and fresh. For the price it’s astonishing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the cheapest place we could find for Monterey car week. It couldn’t have been better. Really well placed, easy to see the cars and from the balcony facing the road you could see the odd spot of racing. My wife said it was the best sleep she had had so far in our 3 week trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Lilianflor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and staff is extremely helpful. Our room came with a refrigerator and microwave and that was beneficial. Check in was a breeze even late at night. Establishment is at a great location and 20 mins away from the aquarium. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and bedding comfortable. The location was right next to a Costco which was convenient. Was also a few streets down from the beach. One thing I appreciated was the lighting around the property during the night. It was well lit and felt safe. Thank you for the great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and well maintained. The rooms were really clean. Service was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Young

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Very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Walter

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very clean well kept
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim or Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet and safe location. Food close by
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

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The room was immaculately clean, Really was pleasantly surprised. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room, Friendly Staffs
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this little place, very clean and nice gem to stay at while visiting the Monterey area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice. Had a refrigerator, microwave, ironing board & iron. All the things I look for and also almost forgot a small coffee maker with good coffee to go with it. Bathroom was very large and modern, good water pressure. The king size bed very comfortable and extra pillows :) I highly recommend this place and definitely will come back next time we are in Monterey.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Tim

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Super location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jannely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and quiet at night. The young man at checking in was very helpful and polite. I enjoyed interacting with him. It was a pleasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026