San Simeon Lodge

2.5 star property

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A modern living room with yellow sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.
A hotel with a covered outdoor area featuring palm trees and blue chairs.
Property grounds
A hotel lobby with yellow sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the beach.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
The current price is $100
$89 nightly
$100 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

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9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA, 93452
  • Place, Cambria State Marine Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hearst Castle
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(86 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Queen Beds Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

King Room with Ocean View-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Simeon

When you stay at San Simeon Lodge in San Simeon, you'll be by the sea, a 5-minute drive from Moonstone Beach Park and 5 minutes from Moonstone Beach. .This motel is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Hearst Castle and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cambria State Marine Park.

What's nearby

  • Cambria State Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Simeon State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Hearst Castle - 36 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Luigi’s Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Sur Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon.
Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Beach Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11 AM.
Beach Bar and Grill - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

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 full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Beach Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 15 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

San Simeon Lodge
San Simeon Lodge Inn
San Simeon Lodge Motel
San Simeon Lodge San Simeon
San Simeon Lodge Motel San Simeon

San Simeon Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1006 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is available at the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. A short walk to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The meals, location, and staff were great. Cleam rooms and the staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and the staff was so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tiny room , it was clean and staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a little diamond in the rough.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was traveling solo, felt safe. Lots of cool areas nearby. Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Near restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall it’s was a nice stay and wasn’t bad at all it was clean and good food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luis the bartender was very friendly and attwntive
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice place to stay and the proximity to the beach was a great perk!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice and the view was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stuff excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, great staff, cozy rooms, wonderfully kept grounds, 1/2 block from beach
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly. Loved my room and it was so relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, very convenient. The room was nice a clean, love that there was a coffee maker i the room. The restaurant that is next door was great, the food was good and the staff was very friendly. Very close to Hearst Castle and across was the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Office closes at 10 so call ahead if you will arrive late
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff are all very friendly The room was comfortable and had a great view of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xu

Liked: Staff & service
Parking is easy. Staff is friendly. It is kinda outdated and amenities are very basic, but it is one of the cheapest hotels in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Staff was always courteous and responsive. Excellent albeit expensive (It is located in California!).
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Luis and staff were very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhianon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, great loxcation, nice heated pool
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026