Sands By The Sea

2 stars
9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452, United States
San Simeon, CA
7.6
Good
based on 1948 reviews
1,948 reviews
Sat 27/12
-
Sun 28/12
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 104
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 104
King room
C$ 131
Double room
C$ 137
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Overview

Boasting an indoor pool and a private beach, Sands by the Sea Motel is located in San Simeon and offers comfortable accommodation. It also provides a business centre, a 24-hour reception and a safe.

Those staying at the motel have access to its wide variety of outdoor activities, such as fishing and hiking. A vending machine is also available.

Rooms feature a telephone and a refrigerator. They are also equipped with a hair dryer, cable/satellite channels and a microwave.

Sands by the Sea Motel has its own on-site restaurant, ideal for guests preferring to eat in. In pleasant weather, guests are welcome to enjoy their meals alfresco on the outdoor terrace.

Paso Robles Municipal Airport is a 50-minute drive from the motel. Piedras Blancas Light, Cambria Air Force Station and Hearst Castle are also a short car ride away.

7.6
Good rating
Based on 1,948 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Sands By The Sea

Sat 27/12
Sun 28/12
Double room
1 king bed
C$ 137
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 138
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 104
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 129
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 148
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
C$ 131
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 138
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 166
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
C$ 185
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 266
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 278
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Sands By The Sea

  • Private beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Pool

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with a view

Outdoor

  • Beach chairs
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Private beach

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Cycling

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • No smoking

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Sands By The Sea

7.6
Good
1948 verified ratings
Wonderful
624
Very good
389
Good
364
Okay
184
Fair
173
Mediocre
78
Poor
136

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6.0
Okay
Joseph, Jun 2020
Cons (-) Hotel has seen better days but location is close to beach.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2018
Pros (+) Firepit at night was awesome. Sunrise and sunsets were amazing.
Cons (-) Bathroom needs to be redone
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Staff were friendly but did not communicate well.
Cons (-) Found pincher bugs in bed and bathroom floor. Bathroom had broken toilet seat and the fridge was frozen over. Very hot in rooms no air conditioning only a fan so you had to keep windows open for cool air and you could hear the freeway all night. Not worth the price of the room very poor.
7.4
Good
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) A simple motel with comfortable beds. Location was perfect for a visit to the Hearst castle. Very convenient. The gentleman at the front desk we arrived the evening prior was very friendly and helpful.
Cons (-) Parking situation was poor. There aren't enough spaces for the hotel guests. Also the complementary breakfast voucher is a waste of time. The restaurant that is associated with the hotel that excepts the breakfast voucher has the worst service I've seen in a long time. Don't even waste your time getting the complementary breakfast and less you'd like to sit around for a while and get a poor qualit...
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Location

9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452

What's nearby

  • William Randolph Hearst State Park3.9 km
  • San Simeon Pier5 km
  • William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach5.1 km
  • Hearst Ranch Winery5.3 km
  • Hearst Castle Theatre5.5 km
  • Hearst Castle8.4 km
  • Elephant Seal Rookery11.5 km
  • Piedras Blancas Lighthouse13.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Sands By The Sea

  • Where is Sands By The Sea located?

    Sands By The Sea is located at 9355 Hearst Drive, 5.3 km from the centre of San Simeon. William Randolph Hearst State Park is the closest landmark to Sands By The Sea.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sands By The Sea?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Sands By The Sea.

  • Does Sands By The Sea offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sands By The Sea offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Sands By The Sea offer free parking?

    Yes, Sands By The Sea offers free parking.

  • How far is Sands By The Sea from the airport?

    Sands By The Sea is 61.8 km from San Luis Obispo County. Sands By The Sea is 100.9 km from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Sands By The Sea have a pool?

    Yes, Sands By The Sea has a pool on-site.

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