Pelican Inn & Suites

Property class: 3

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A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A room with a wooden table, a lamp, and a wine rack with bottles and glasses.
A poolside area with a sun umbrella, lounge chairs, and rolled towels.
A buffet table with various food items and a window view.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $218
$194 nightly
$218 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

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6316 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Partial Ocean View)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Partial Ocean View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Ocean View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Suite with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Traditional King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Room with Partial View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cambria

When you stay at Pelican Inn & Suites in Cambria, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Moonstone Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Moonstone Beach Park. .This beach hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Hearst Castle and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from San Simeon State Park.

What's nearby

  • Moonstone Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Leffingwell Landing - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Sur Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Pelican Inn & Suites

Pelican Inn & Suites offers 49 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 49 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Pelican Cambria
Pelican Inn
Pelican Inn Cambria
Pelican Hotel Cambria
Pelican Inn And Suites
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel
Pelican Inn & Suites Cambria
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel Cambria

Pelican Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1016 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Aman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place close to the beach and a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the room, the view, and the in room continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kerre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay and will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Baylor Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here!! Waking up to the sound of the ocean and the fog is so relaxing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the close proximity to the beach and local bar/grill. Large room, natural lighting and a cozy fireplace was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very much. Right across from ocean, walk to restaurants, quiet, clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly stay. It was calming area restaurants close by, main street and down town is close drive. The rooms were clean, staff is friendly and beach right across with convenient walking path.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel on Moonstone Beach! Beautiful view and exceptional staff!! We will definitely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, and they have added a Wine Tasting room adjecent to lobby and provided a gift certificate for that tasting. Lovely location and wonderful amendies.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and comfy bed-
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic! Great staff! Clean comfy room! Beach is right there! A+ stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Moonstone Beach. The hotel room was spacious and in good shape. Nice amenities, a fireplace with a flip of a switch was welcome on a cool night. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my 2nd time staying at the Pelican Inn, it does not disappoint! It’s a quiet hotel, right next to the beach. Walking distance to a few restaurants, that’s a huge plus!! Very comfortable rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious, clean, updated, had a jetted bathtub, separate shower, and a fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cassie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Wish the hot tub was working.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the ocean views..it’s along a busy roadway though so the road noise is louder than the waves.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just an overnight stay so didn't have an opportunity to explore the amenities. Our room was clean, the bed comfy, and ocean view was lovely. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained property. Great location across from the beach. Nice room. The continental breakfast could have a few more items such as bagels/toast & OJ but otherwise nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room and view. The room was clean and had a fireplace. Parking was a bit sparse, but not a problem for us. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and made the stay feel comfortable it was clean and an amazing view from the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026