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"Beautiful hotel fot 1 or 2 night is just perfect, super clean, nice people, restaurant next to it, very quiet are. My husband and I really liked and p ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 26 Aug 2023

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Hotel Description

Motel near Fisherman's Wharf in Seaside

In Seaside

Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Eolian Dunes Preserve and Monterey State Beach. Also, Fort Ord Dunes State Park is within half a mile (1 km) and North Fremont Street is within 2 miles (3 km).

Round-the-clock service

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities are also on offer.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$57* Per night/room Oct 31 - Nov 1

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Sand Castle Inn ratings based on 28 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.9 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Sand Castle Inn

Everyone (11) Couples (5) Family (11)
5 out of 5
Beautiful hotel fot 1 or 2 night is just perfect, super clean, nice people, restaurant next to it, very quiet are. My husband and I really liked and planing to go back.

Posted by on Aug 26, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 27, 2023 by Front Desk , Sand Castle Inn

HiWe thankyou for staying with us and we look forward to seeing you again in the near future.

4 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 22, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 11, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Guest,We appreciate the awesome feedback that you provided. It's great to be on the receiving end of such a wonderful rating and we hope you had an exceptional stay with us. Do let us know if you have any suggestions on how we can make things even better for our guests. We look forward to your next visit! Best Regards,Customer Care Team

4 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 18, 2023

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3 out of 5
The motel itself appears neat and kept from the exterior, however our room had some issues. Sheets stained. Walls and door dirty. Shower area older but clean. The manager was kind and refunded our money and we went to the Hampton.

Posted by on Jul 3, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 4, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Brad, we apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. We're sorry to hear about the stained sheets, dirty walls and door, and worn-out shower area. We apologize for any inconvenience caused, and we'll take immediate action to address the concerns you raised. We're glad to hear that our manager was kind and promptly addressed the situation by refunding your money. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with a better experience.Kind regards,Customer Care Team

2 out of 5
Someone was playing music loud and my neighbor upstairs was stumping the floor for long time apparently just walking The worst was the loud music

Posted by , from elk grove on Jun 16, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 19, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Oscar, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We apologize for the disturbance caused by the loud music and the noise from your upstairs neighbor. We understand the importance of a peaceful and relaxing environment for our guests, and we apologize for disappointing you. Your feedback has been shared with our team, and we'll take steps to address and mitigate these issues to ensure a more enjoyable stay for our guests in the future. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more peaceful experience on your next visit.Kind regards,Customer Care Team

1 out of 5
The staff was unfriendly and the rooms were nasty. There was rusted area's throughout the room and bathroom.

Posted by on May 9, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 11, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Michael, we regret that you could not savor an enjoyable experience at our hotel during your stay. We apologize for any disturbances caused by our current accommodation facilities and staff services. We shall be careful to maintain the quality of our rooms in such a way that it is not at the cost of our guests' comfort. Your satisfaction matters most, and we take customer feedback very seriously to ensure your pleasure. We are thankful to you for sharing your review, as they help us identify areas of improvement for our hotel. While we are sorry that the overall hotel experience could not match your expectations this time, we hope to make up for our poor services and have you back here for a memorable guest experience. Kind regards,Customer Care Team

5 out of 5
Great find in Seaside

Posted by , from Middlebury on Apr 20, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 21, 2023 by Sand Castle INN

We thank you for staying with us and look forward to seeing you in the near future.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 18, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 30, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 12, 2022

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Property Features

As a guest of Sand Castle Inn, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sand Castle Inn also features express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available. This Seaside motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , High-speed internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Monterey Station (7.4 km / 4.6 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Sand Castle Inn offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Seaside motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 2:30 AM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Sand Castle Inn
  • Sand Castle Inn Seaside
  • Sand Castle Seaside
  • Sand Castle Hotel Seaside
  • Sand Castle Inn Motel
  • Sand Castle Inn Seaside
  • Sand Castle Inn Motel Seaside

You should know

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.