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Silver Surf Motel

Property class: 2

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A spacious room with large windows, leather chairs, a glass table, and a travel information stand.
A hot tub with steam rising from the water, surrounded by stone walls and a window.
An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, a pool ladder, and two lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with leather chairs, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the parking lot and greenery outside.
A stone fountain surrounded by a circular stone border, a tree, and a bench in a park-like setting.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
The current price is $68
$60 nightly
$68 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

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9390 Castillo Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452
  • Place, Cambria State Marine Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hearst Castle
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted shelf, and a picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(66 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted light, and a framed picture.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(87 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted air conditioning unit, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 3993 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a desk with a mirror.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Simeon

When you stay at Silver Surf Motel in San Simeon, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Moonstone Beach Park and Moonstone Beach. .This motel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Hearst Castle and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from San Simeon State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Cambria State Marine Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • San Simeon State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Hearst Castle - 36 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Sur Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel offers 72 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This San Simeon motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a hot tub.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 72 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

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

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

Silver Surf
Silver Surf Motel
Silver Surf Motel San Simeon
Silver Surf San Simeon
Silver Surf Hotel San Simeon
Silver Surf Motel Motel
Silver Surf Motel San Simeon
Silver Surf Motel Motel San Simeon

Silver Surf Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 808 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 448 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1621 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for family to gather
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice clean rooms, really close to the ocean and you can feel a ocean breeze. Good location for those who visiting Hearst Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good one for price and location,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Close to Hearst Castle
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on your trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good experience staying at silver sur . The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and the location was convenient. Overall, my stay was comfortable, and I would stay here again everything went well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel for this price range. Cleaner, cozier and friendlier than others in similar category. Has a pool to wear the kids out. Walking distance to the ocean beach and good restaurant “Cavalier” just across the road
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when I come out that way. Love that they have a pool and hot tub and are dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Goodstay go back again next year
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair price and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and comfortable beds. Our room had a small balcony that gave us a view to the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, quiet and comfortable. Stayed two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Ok for a nite. Comfortable bed a day clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with comfortable bed and nice linens. Very peaceful and quiet. Convenient easy parking. Microwave and fridge in room. Great location close to Hearst Castle and Moonstone Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very cozy the bed was amazeingly comfortable i had the best rest.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly front desk staff too! I booked one night originally, and then decided to stay one more. The room and bathroom were just perfect for a traveler that needs a place to rest and be close to the beach and Hearst Castle! I will be coming back next time I am here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay I would recommend to other travelers. The upstairs balcony is a plus as well as the Jacuzzi/Pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always courteous and helpful. Properly is clean and maintained. Love the tables and chairs in the courtyard to enjoy some quiet time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Hot tub was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
id stay again. nothing fancy but good place to sleep a few hours shower and leave before Hearst castle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to enjoy the Central Coast including exploring the area, walking on the beach, hiking the bluffs, checking out Harmony, Cayucos and San Simeon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with good location. Staff should enforce quiet hours and tell loud guests to be quiet, especially when they are outside at 2am.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026