7.6 Good Based on 660 reviews
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"The property sits directly on the beach, with fire pits and lawn games positioned on the grounds. Guests park outside their room doors. A strong choice for road-trippers, less so for anyone requiring soundproofed rooms."

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Check-in
18 Sept 2026
Check-out
19 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

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Why guests choose Sands By The Sea Motel

  • Hearst Castle
    2.8 mi drive
  • Oceanfront Pool
    Heated year-round
  • Coastal Kitchen
    7am-9pm
  • State Park
    1.9 mi
  • Memorial Beach
    7-min drive
  • Picnic Area
    Fireplace tables

Overview

With a location merely 8 minutes' stroll from Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop, Sands By The Sea Motel San Simeon provides 24-hour reception and wake-up service. Featuring an indoor pool, this 2-star motel is 2.4 miles from natural sights like Leffingwell Landing State Park.

The San Simeon hotel is approximately 5 minutes by foot from San Carpoforo Creek and Beach and a short way from Oak Knoll Creek Beach. Family Sands By The Sea Motel is also perfectly located around 100 feet from Hearst San Simeon State Park. The property is also not far from San Simeon State Park. San Simeon Pier also lies about a 10-minute drive away.

The hotel welcomes guests to 33 rooms fitted with an ironing set as well as free Wi-Fi and cable channels. Featuring a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms also have hairdryers and towels.

A continental breakfast is served each morning at Sands By The Sea Motel San Simeon. There are 2 restaurants in the accommodation. This San Simeon hotel is steps away from Cavalier Restaurant.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 22:00
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    2 stars
Sands By The Sea Motel
Our tips

Should you book Sands By The Sea Motel?

Perfect if you
  • Want nearby dining options - Cavalier Restaurant is a 5-minute walk away.
  • Want access to a resort pool - guests can use the pool at Cavalier Oceanfront Resort.
Maybe skip if you
  • Need a ceiling fan in your room - only select rooms include fans.
Best for
  • Cavalier Coastal Kitchen restaurant serving American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Facilities of Sands By The Sea

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Picnic area/ Tables
Leisure & Sports
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
Sands By The Sea Guest Services
  • Room service
  • Business centre
Room Amenities
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor

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Sands By The Sea Motel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 22:00
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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