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A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of the beach through a window with shutters. - Blue Dolphin Inn (Cambria)
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a variety of seating options. - Blue Dolphin Inn (Cambria)
A hotel hallway with a green carpet, wall sconces, and a large mirror on the right. - Blue Dolphin Inn (Cambria)
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the beach through open shutters. - Blue Dolphin Inn (Cambria)
A coastal walkway with a wooden boardwalk, grassy areas, and rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean. - Blue Dolphin Inn (Cambria)
Close to Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park, Blue Dolphin Inn provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of the beach through a window with shutters.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (No pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, and a view of the ocean through open shutters.

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View (No pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A four-poster canopy bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden bench, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (No pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a large window with blinds.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a closet.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Cambria, Blue Dolphin Inn is near the beach. Hearst Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park. Cambria State Marine Park and Cambria Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and horse riding, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area. Visit our Cambria travel guide
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6470 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428

What's nearby

  • A beach with numerous sea lions resting on the sand.
    San Simeon State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with waves crashing onto rocks, a distant shoreline with buildings, and a mountain range in the background.
    Moonstone Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore and a cliff with sparse vegetation.
    Leffingwell Landing
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and a view of the ocean with waves crashing onto the shore.
    Moonstone Beach Park
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a large informational sign about the Bluff Trail.
    Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Main Street Grill
    2 min drive
  • Cambria Coffee Roasting Company
    2 min drive
  • Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill
    2 min walk
  • Mojo’s Village Bean
    4 min drive
  • Big Sur Restaurant
    5 min drive

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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 cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Dolphin Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Dolphin Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Dolphin Inn located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cambria State Marine Park and Moonstone Beach. Moonstone Beach Park and San Simeon State Park are also within 10 minutes.

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

Blue Dolphin Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 816 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1003 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, great breakfast, great location, great room at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely location on Moonstone Dr., clean room with daily breakfast options offered as part of the room price. Parking was easy, and the access to hiking and wine tasting was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had an excellent experience on our one night stay and regretted not planning for more days. We fell in love with the fabulous view from our front ocean room. Thank you for the warm welcome on our arrival, the great hospitality and delicious breakfast. We will definitely plan another stay soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was very clean and well maintained. The location is very good being near the beach and within walking distance from good restaurants. We will definitely stay here again when we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast and convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this property! I would definitely stay there again. It was a bit of a splurge for me, pricewise on a holiday weekend, but very worth it for the comfort, amenities and proximity to the beach. My only regret is that I was not able to stay another night due to our travel schedule.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the view of the beach and the location. Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice small hotel. Location is perfect. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was awesome. Such a peaceful place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful small inn on the water. Rooms clean, cozy and comfortable. Parking on site. Close to many restaurants. Beautiful boardwalk along the beach. Staff was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great and helpful staff, super close to moonstone beach. The included breakfast delivered in the morning was a great bonus!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, worm staff, easy parking, and breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very happy with our stay. We have stayed at this hotel 3 times now and are always very happy. The hotel is quiet, view is amazing, the beds are comfortable, and the staff is great! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We’ve been here many times. Love thee beachfront room. The staff. Is always so friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room and hotel were nicely appointed, the breakfast was wonderful, we loved the location. The staff were extremely helpful, and very nice. We walked to dinner only a few yards away. We will come back! Lovely Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was extremely helpful and cheerful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room at the blue dolphin was large and comfortable. Clean and well-appointed, it also had a charming vibe that is missing in many modern hotels. Conveniently located across the street from beach access, we were able to walk to dinner a couple blocks away. We would definitely stay here again on future travels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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good location, it’s just across the beach, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Very nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable and incredibly close to moonstone beach. The breakfast was delicious and delivered right to our room. Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The beach view and location were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful hotel with an amazing view of the ocean. Friendly helpful staff. Great local restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable room , nice breakfast, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, great tv system, great and accommodating staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026