When you stay at Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon in El Pescadero, you'll be on the beach and 10 minutes by foot from Los Cerritos Beach. .This beach aparthotel is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Los Pinos Park and 10 mi (16 km) from Nuestra Senora del Pilar Church.
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.
Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite at Riptide Bar, a poolside seafood restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the beach bar or the poolside bar. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Riptide Bar - This poolside seafood restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Property amenities
Beach
On a sandy beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking
Restaurants on site
Riptide Bar
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Dining
Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Entertainment
TV in common areas
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Terrace
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk
Climate control
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Pets
No pets or service animals
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Limited-hour front desk
Location highlights
Near the ocean
Things to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Whale watching nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
14 units
2 floors
7 buildings
Built in 2014
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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 10:00 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), key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon
Cerritos Beach Desert Moon
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon El Pescadero
Cerritos Beach Desert Moon El Pescadero
Cerritos sert Moon El Pescaro
Cerritos Desert Moon Pescadero
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon Aparthotel
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon El Pescadero
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon Aparthotel El Pescadero
Cerritos Beach Hotel Desert Moon Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 226 reviews
10 - Excellent
110
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 226 reviews
8 - Good
56
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 226 reviews
6 - Okay
21
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 226 reviews
4 - Poor
22
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 226 reviews
2 - Terrible
17
8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Janet
Jan 31, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was great hotel was very nice staff was good. Just had a slight difficult checking in do to slow internet reception. I should all work out
Janet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jayden
Nov 14, 2025
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cerritos is amazing! If you love surfing, Desert Moon is the best place to stay. You can see the waves from your window and step outside right onto the beach.
Jaun, the Riptide Bar's bartender was so fun to hang out with and makes the most beautiful margaritas!
Jayden
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William
May 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and value
William
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alexander
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot by the beach with cool small pool at the top of the steps.
Alexander
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Gilbert
Feb 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Communication
Our booking stated payment in full on day of arrival. But 2 days prior we were asked to pay in full or „ we can’t guarantee the reservation „. We spent many hours getting this sorted out as we had no wifi (travelling in remote areas). We had several phone calls with the hotel and they said we would lose our reservation. When we got there, the hotel was only 20% occupied.
Gilbert
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Armando
Aug 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff is an excellent team, they were very helpful during checkin, breakfast and checkout.
Room was comfortable, clean, and well .
maintained. Art is everywhere by the way.
Surely I will stay at Desert Moon again
Armando
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert
May 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A nice beach and very safe off the beaten path.
Robert
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Krista
Mar 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed interacting with friendly staff. Great proximity to one of the Baja's best beaches.
Krista
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James
Feb 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The bar with Aaron and kitchen were excellent in all ways, clean comfy rooms, one minute to the surf Beach at Cerritos.
James
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy
Jul 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Like the place. Would stay there again
Tracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margaret
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cerritos is great.
Margaret
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan
Feb 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Walk tonthe beach. Breakfast every morning was perfect.
Ryan
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
A Jonathan
Feb 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Close to the beach/ ocean view. Large room/ kitchenette.
A Jonathan
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Guillermo
Dec 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location
Guillermo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea
Mar 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, close to the beach. Loved the room, and it was very clean. The food at the main office was excellent as was the complimentary breakfast.
Chelsea
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lionel
Jul 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A surf oriented hotel. the kitchen could be more equipped but the overall service was really nice and being able to walk to your surfing spot is sooo nice !
Lionel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Gonzalo
Sep 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
I was overcharged $42.00 USD for the stay with no reason.
Gonzalo
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracey
Mar 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay on the beach of Cerritos. Staff is great. The pool is refreshing. Nice to have a typical mexican breakfast included with your stay. The price is great too!
Tracey
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adelia
Oct 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place to relax
The staff was wonderful and so nice. It was in a great location, just a short walk to the beach! Could have used shampoo and conditioner in the room (beach hair), but soap was provided. The rooftop deck was a great spot for sunsets and the infinity pool was refreshing. Breakfast was provided and the food was good.
Adelia
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sage
Mar 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Surfers paradise! We loved this small surf community with complimentary eggs and ham for breakfast. Not wheelchair accessible all rooms are stair access. Beach has chairs, umbrella and surf lessons for rent. We would totally stay here again and had a great experience!!!
Sage
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James
Apr 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Pura Vida
Amazing stay for us. Ocean waves are a constant soundtrack. Probably the most relaxing, and efficient beach vacation for us yet. Between the beach views, the killer cocktails, that bomb ceviche, and awesome staff...it was perfect for us. We'll be back.
James
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Susan
Jan 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lots of stairs but place is beautiful. Room was missing toilet paper and there is a pot but no coffee.
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
gregory
Apr 12, 2024
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Last minute trip to Cerritos. Glad it was only for one night.
gregory
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Jun 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked how close it was to the beach and the view.
The hot water was limited however it got it done.
The falling stars at night was amazing! :)
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Alan
Jul 11, 2023
Disliked: Room comfort, communication
Don’t stay here
No running water, no one to talk at the front desk nothing it was horrible