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7.6 / 10 Guest Rating

Sands by the Sea Motel

9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, us

Sands by the Sea Motel - main view

About the Property

Convenient Location
Situated just 4.5 km from the famous Hearst Castle, Sands by the Sea Motel offers easy access to popular attractions while providing a peaceful retreat.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each guest room is thoughtfully furnished with modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat screen TV, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee machine. Select rooms even feature fans for added comfort.

Relaxing Facilities
Unwind in the heated indoor pool, enjoy complimentary continental breakfast at a nearby restaurant, and take advantage of the 24-hour front desk and business center services provided for your convenience.

Experience comfort and convenience at Sands by the Sea Motel - book your stay now!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

All guests staying at the Sands by the Sea Motel will receive a confirmation message from the Best Western Cavalier Inn San Simeon about their stay.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Photo 1
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Photo 2
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Photo 3
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Photo 4
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Photo 5
1/5

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

Offering free Wi-Fi, this room includes a cable TV, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

25 sqm
Sleeps 4
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigeratorDesk

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$212.51

$170.01

Includes taxes & fees
King Room - Photo 1
King Room - Photo 2
King Room - Photo 3
King Room - Photo 4
King Room - Photo 5
1/5

King Room

Offering free Wi-Fi, this room includes a cable TV, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Room includes a ceiling fan. Please note: Rate is based on 2 guests only.

25 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigeratorDesk

King Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$185.79

$148.63

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

7.6
Very Good1562 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the good location and frequently praise the helpful staff.

Categories

Cleanliness6.2
Service8.2
Location8.7
Room Quality6.7
Amenities8.2
Value for Money7.2
Food and Beverage7.8
Overall Experience7.8

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J
JoelesES
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 5, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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IvyusUS
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 8, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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Pino PattyitIT
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 28, 2025

"Più attenzione"

8.0

Bel motel a ridosso dell'oceano, stanza pulita, grande, parcheggio fuori la porta. Staff gentile.

Abbiamo dimenticato un giubbino in stanza, nessuna ce lo ha comunicato. Lo abbiamo scoperto dalle foto nostre

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M
M.usUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 19, 2025

"Air Conditioning is Key"

5.0

I liked the location, most of the staff and many of the other guests.

First and foremost none of these units have air conditioning. I understand older hotels by the coast so not have them. But the air is so humid and trying to sleep well was impossible. The higher end units ceiling fans are in the sitting area , not above the bed which makes it worse. I originally stayed in the lower priced units at the beginning and the main window has a lock which prevents you from opening them more than 2 inches. Even though you have a sliding door to the balcony in the higher end units, the bed is 20 feet away from it and it doesn't keep you cool. So if you're a cold blooded person who tolerates heat well, congratulations. But for us others, no good.

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Andrew and Ilona RitausUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 18, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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SERGIO ROBERTO TASSELLIbrBR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 13, 2025

"tudo perfeito"

8.0

gostamos que o hotel oferece uma pequena geladeira e um micro ondas, foram super uteis para quem esta viajando de passagem , oferecem também uma maquina de gelo a Pousada é bem de frente para a praia, dois minutinhos caminhando maravilhoso !! estacionamento gratuito muito bom

seria mais completo se oferecessem pratos, talheres e copos para eventuais refeições no quarto Mas estava tudo OTIMO

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VicenteesES
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 13, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0
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ArleneusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 13, 2025

"It was ok"

6.0

It was ok. Although our room was overlooking the roof with no ocean view whatsoever. It was a bit disappointing on the room location

The next door neighbor had loud music or tv till late in the night

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HIDEKIjpJP
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 13, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0

隣のCavalier Oceanfront Resort系列なので、お隣の庭を散歩できます。サンセットが美しい。サンセット後はファイヤープレースが10時まで稼働。

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S
Soheyl
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 12, 2025

"Good"

2.0

I stayed at this motel hoping for a budget-friendly, no-frills experience. What I got was a crash course in neglect. The room looked like it hadn’t been updated since the early 2000s—if not earlier. The carpet was a striped relic, fraying at the edges and clashing with the mismatched flooring transition strip. The cabinetry was chipped and swollen at the base, likely from years of water damage or poor maintenance. One drawer wouldn’t close properly, and the kickboard was literally falling apart. The door barely latched, and the furniture felt like it had survived multiple moves without a single touch-up. Even the fridge looked like it belonged in a breakroom from a forgotten office building. It’s the kind of place where you keep your shoes on—not just in the bathroom, but everywhere. If you’re nostalgic for the golden age of neglect, this place delivers. Otherwise, spend the extra $20 and find somewhere that doesn’t feel like a set from a low-budget horror film.

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