Sands by The Sea

2.0 star property
Recharge your senses with an oceanfront escape featuring rejuvenating spa treatments and beachside eats.

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BBQ/picnic Area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach nearby
2 outdoor pools
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is Rp1.600.305
Rp1.803.465 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, No View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, No View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
9355 Hearst Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 7 min walk
  • San Simeon Pier - 5 min drive
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 5 min drive
  • Moonstone Beach - 5 min drive
  • Hearst Castle - 29 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Spot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sands by The Sea

Motel near Moonstone Beach Park
Consider a stay at Sands by The Sea and take advantage of a gym, a business centre and a full-service spa. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Cavalier Coastal Kitchen, features a beachfront location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a vending machine
  • A front desk safe, free newspapers and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Sands by The Sea offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cavalier Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 150

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Sunday (1:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [9415 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, California 93452]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 150

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 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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sands by The Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands by The Sea?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by The Sea on 9 Mar 2025 start from Rp1.600.305, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sands by The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Sands by The Sea?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands by The Sea?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sands by The Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 150.

Where is Sands by The Sea located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this San Simeon motel is within a 10-minute walk of Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park. Leffingwell Landing and San Simeon Nature Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Sands by The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

We liked the beach it was right behind Motel ..views were beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Loved sitting by the fire pits and watching the sunset
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

The staff was beyond great. Beautiful location. And we had an actual wood burning fireplace with supplied pressed logs. It was a great evening.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Always a fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Best stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig

Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Wonderful service and a beautiful property and location. The rooms were clean and comfortable and parking was easy. My only nitpick is that the exterior is a little shabby which isn’t indicative of the nice interior
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

George

Roxy... awesome greeting and welcome... great ambassador!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Perfect location, great price. Love the amenities and restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Great place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Yuanzhi

It’s a quiet, safe and clean place. Lots of inns here. The heater is old I think, but it’s fine to me. Nice staff, nice service and nice price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

It was nice we celebrated my husband birthday and our anniversary
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

I’ve stayed here before and will again. In all areas, a 5-star rating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Christen

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great...so close to the beach and grassy areas; however, the hotel room was not very clean when we checked in, there was a washcloth on the fan blade and trash under the beds. The staff was nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalia

3 stays so far over the past few years. Perfectly walkable beach access. Great view of the sunset when it isn't cloudy. Close to trails ive been taking the past few years. I'm a simple gal- the rooms include the bare necessities. I'd stay again. :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Always a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Love this resort!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Loved how quier and dark it was at night, and that we could use The Cavalier's hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie

Clean and comfortable
Took the offer to upgrade which was lovely beachfront views but was then stuck next to a couple with yappy dogs.. Totally ruined the vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleazar

Kid friendly and awesome staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawanna

Very dog friendly property. Easy walk to the cliffs overlooking the beach, and easy walk down to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

It was right on the beach and its a nice quiet place. What'd be cool is if they'd complete my transaction with payment. Its been pending for over a week unlike any stays ive had at other motels that process them faster
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

It is so close to the ocean where you can relax while walking along the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024