The Sea Otter Inn is a 3-star hotel situated off Highway 1 in Cambria, California. It offers direct access to the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk and features rooms with ocean views, Wi-Fi, and fireplaces. The property includes a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, along with gardens. It is also pet-friendly and provides free parking for guests, with electric vehicle charging stations available.
Should you book Sea Otter Inn?
Expect a coastal hotel with ocean views, an outdoor pool, and convenient access to Moonstone Beach.
Best for
- Beachfront location
- Pet owners
- Family stays
- Coastal relaxation
Maybe not ideal for
- No on-site restaurant
- Rooms vary in amenities
Ocean views
Select rooms offer sweeping Pacific Ocean views. Watch the waves from your room or private patio, designed for a relaxing coastal escape.
Outdoor pool and spa
Enjoy the year-round heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. The property also features outdoor fire pits overlooking Moonstone Beach.
Pet-friendly and family rooms
The inn welcomes pets and offers family rooms. Nearby trails and beaches are accessible for guests with pets.
Convenient location
Located on Moonstone Beach Boardwalk, with San Simeon State Park, Hearst Castle, and the elephant seal rookery a short drive away.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Wonderful Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Location
6656 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428, United States, Cambria, California
Sea Otter Inn is located in Cambria, California.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Moonstone Beach, is 0.3 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Leffingwell Landingviewpoint0.2 mi
- Moonstone Beachbeach0.3 mi
- San Simeon Beach State Parkpark0.5 mi
- Moon Stone Beach Parkpark0.8 mi
- Santa Rosa Creek Natural Preservenature reserve0.9 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.5 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 540 guest reviews
The Sea Otter Inn earns strong praise for its unbeatable Moonstone Beach location, charming picnic-basket breakfast service, and warm, friendly staff — making it a genuinely relaxing coastal retreat. However, a recurring and significant frustration across multiple reviews is the pool and jacuzzi being out of service without adequate advance notice on booking platforms, which felt like a bait-and-switch for several guests who booked specifically for that amenity. Minor maintenance niggles and the absence of automatic daily housekeeping are worth noting, but for most guests the location and character more than compensate.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 21 · average 9.7
They wrote about: location, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 9 · average 7.7
They wrote about: location, breakfast, cleanliness
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Frequently asked questions
What is the hotel's location?
The Sea Otter Inn is located off Highway 1 in Cambria, California, directly on the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk.
What room types are available?
The hotel offers several room types including Two Queen Room, Two Queen Patio, King Patio, Ocean View King, King Suite, Accessible King, and a King, 2 Queen Ocean View Patio room.
Does the hotel offer breakfast?
Signature breakfast baskets are delivered to guest rooms each morning for a charge. Options include breakfast burritos, yogurt parfaits, and baked goods.
What parking is available?
Free parking is available on-site for guests. Electric vehicle charging stations are also provided.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, the Sea Otter Inn is a pet-friendly property. Nearby trails and beaches are accessible for guests with pets.
Are there facilities for families?
Yes, family rooms are available. The hotel also features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub suitable for families.
What attractions are nearby?
Nearby attractions include Moonstone Beach Boardwalk, San Simeon State Park, Hearst Castle (8 minutes drive), and the Piedras Blancas elephant seal rookery (20 minutes drive).