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Sands by The Sea

2.0 star property
Beach location and 2 outdoor pools

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Travelers find oceanfront relaxation at Sands by The Sea, with views complementing spa treatments and massages. The Cavalier Coastal Kitchen serves cooked-to-order breakfasts, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Two outdoor pools and attentive staff await.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
The current price is P5,262
P5,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
9355 Hearst Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

  • Cambria State Marine Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Simeon State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 4 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 4 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Hearst Castle - 25 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sands by The Sea

Motel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Sands by The Sea and take advantage of a gym, a business center, and a full-service spa. Treat yourself to a Swedish 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), smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Free newspapers, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Sands by The Sea have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 center

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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 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

Property payment types

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 elevators
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

Property is also known as

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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 Nov 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by The Sea on Nov 17, 2025 start from P 5,261.8, 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?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out 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. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph Hearst State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sands by The Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KENNETH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Check in very simple, staff made eveything very easy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the shampoo and body wash
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gunhilde

The best part are the fire pits by the ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Colleen at front was so helpful. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, easy beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We had a great day at the Sands by the sea hotel. The room was very spacious clean and the bed was very comfortable clean bathroom great stay will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tennison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would go again

Amazing view had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Make sure when you book it is with the hotel by the beach cause the picture is deceiving
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location next to the beach. The amenities from the cavalier hotel are nice. The hotel is dated but it was a good bed and great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Amenities
Great place to see a sun set
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked it it was nice the room was clean. I wished the windows would open more but it was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Economical, clean and close to the shore.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach access and the way they have it set up beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus C

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is well kept and beach access is great

10/10 Excellent

eleazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noce, good location. Old rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Family of 6 trip to Hearst Castle

The hotel provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time while on our trip, room was a lil dingy, rusty and outdated but very clean. Will definitely stay here again but maybe upgrade with a room with a view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and you can hangout at the fire pits and there is a restaurant next door
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You were on a road trip so we only stayed for one day. And we had the opportunity we would extended another day or two. The restaurant was excellent. There was a fun bar across the street. The grounds were very fun to walk on. Just beautiful scene.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025