Castle Inn

3.0 star property

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Beach nearby
Front of property
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Property entrance
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June

Explore the area

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6620 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

1 King Bed Oceanfront View No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Limited View No Pets

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Limited View Pets OK

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

1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View No Pets

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

1 Queen Bed (Budget) No Pets

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

1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Budget) No Pets

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Queen Beds, Limited View Pets Ok

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View No Pets

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

2-Queen Beds, Limited View No Pets

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

About the area

Cambria

At Castle Inn you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Moonstone Beach and within 15 minutes of Moonstone Beach Park. Highlights at this motel include free self-service breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub and a picnic area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 3-property class Cambria motel, you'll be 20.5 km (12.7 mi) from Hearst Castle.

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Moonstone Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cambria State Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Leffingwell Landing - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Luigi’s Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Castle Inn

Castle Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Castle Inn also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cambria motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Castle Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cambria motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Blue Dolphin Inn - 6470 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA 93428]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 28.13 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 28.13 per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 28.13 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 28.13 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Castle Inn Sea
Castle Inn Sea Cambria
Castle Sea Cambria
Castle Inn Cambria
Castle Cambria
Castle Inn Motel
Castle Inn Cambria
Castle Inn Motel Cambria

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Castle Inn?

Castle Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle Inn?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Inn on 1 Jun 2026 start from NZ$291, including 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 parking available at Castle Inn?

Yep, Castle Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Castle Inn?

Yep, Castle Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Moonstone Beach.

Does Castle Inn have a pool?

Castle Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Castle Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Castle Inn.

Does Castle Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, free self-service breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Castle Inn?

No, Castle Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Castle Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Castle Inn?

Furry friends are welcome at Castle Inn, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet.

Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 862 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1112 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless with all the amenities. Must have recently been remodeled. Everything was new. Free breakfast, outdoor swimming pool and just across the street from the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, very nicely furnished with a small table and 2 chairs. Also had 2 folding chairs which we assumed could be used outside on the lawn. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cydnee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff was friendly. Room was clean and quiet, great view. Enjoyed the fire pit. Close to Hearst Castle and downtown Cambria.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John M

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was in a great location, and it was extremely clean. The breakfast was pretty good; the staff was friendly and the price weas reasonable. The staff was continuously wiping down chairs on the lawn and the glass around the pool. Again, this place was very clean and kept up. The wife and I will definitely return. They are also dog friendly for a reasonable fee.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, very clean, with amazing views. Breakfast was good, I enjoyed the pancakes and hard boiled eggs. We enjoyed our evening on the chairs on the property watching the sunset. My only slight complaint is that the room smelled musty and took a while to get used to it. It was too cold to air out the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean as always. Great location, will return.
Right across the street from the hotel.  Location, location, location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Irene Aida

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and courteous staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, nice location and a place to sit outside and watch the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this place Across from Moonstone Beach boardwalk A couple restaurants within walking distance Pool/hot tub Lots of outdoor seating with beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was very nice, we really love the bathroom and the accommodations related to that, the AC heating unit unfortunately was very loud in our room. We finally just turned it off. The bed was comfortable. There’s plenty of storage. We may have liked a more comfortable chair to relax. The view was good. Love the fire pit. The landscaping was pretty with quick access to the ocean boardwalk. If you left the windows open, you can hear the sea.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean updated room with comfortable king bed. I loved how they thoughtfully added plenty of places to hang wet towels & bathing suits. The pool, jacuzzi & grounds were beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent facilities and lots of seating outside with fire pit. View is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Location is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were VERY happy with our room. Sparkling clean. Nice and relaxing look. Comfortable chairs and table included. We were delighted that we were so close to the boardwalk and the ocean. And could walk to our restaurant. We look forward to staying there again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

SILVIA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cozy, clean, on the boardwalk, free continental breakfast, hot tub outdoor nice, quiet and safe. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gentleman at the front desk was very friendly and helpful at check in. Room was clean and had everything we needed. Wrong time of year to enjoy the pool and other outdoor amenities but eveything looked nice and clean. Only thing that was a little annoying was that we could hear every step in the room above us. Probably not as bad if people on the second floor were more contious of guests below, but seemed that the guest(s) above us could care less about anyone else and was walking nonstop our first night. Common courtesy is dead, so hard to say.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient, the room very clean, and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the renovations to the pool, the rooms, and the fire pit. We will be back.
The view from our room upstairs
The fire pit at the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Srila

Travelled with family
The room and property is decent; however, the view and proximity to the ocean is great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff were friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

JI Young, Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Castle Inn multiple times and have always given it 4-5 stars. It’s budget friendly, the rooms are clean and most of them are spacious. This time however, I had to give it 3. I stayed in room 30 which is one of the rooms with a direct view (albeit from a distance) of the ocean. The room was spacious, clean and perfect for 1-2 persons. The reason I am giving it a 3 this time is the mattress was awful. It is absolutely time for a new mattress in room 30. I could not find a spot on the bed anywhere that wasn’t lumpy or supportive for my back. Also, I have never noticed how noisy the ac/heating unit was before; maybe I have never used it before. They don’t have central air so the air unit is the old school one that sticks out of the wall and the vent part is on the outside of the room. what was super crazy was that I could hear the sound of my next door neighbor’s unit all night!!! It was like having a car engine running next to my room; I had a very hard time sleeping. Not only that, the people running the heating/ac unit all night, talked loudly until well past midnight. Whew. It was rough few nights of sleep. I feel I will probably stay at Castle Inn again as the price is usually cheaper than the other inns along the beach, the breakfast is decent and what are the chances I will get another noisy neighbor?? I am hoping the mattress gets replaced in room 30 soon as I loved the view from room 30.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026