Located 2.8 mi away from Hearst Castle, Sands by the Sea Motel offers a heated indoor pool. All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi. Free guest parking is also offered. All rooms include a flat screen TV with satellite and cable channels, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Ironing facilities are also available. Select rooms include fans. Guests of Motel Sands by the Sea are offered continental breakfast items at an adjacent restaurant. A 24 front desk is available to guests of the Sands by the Sea. A business center is also provided. San Simeon State Park is 1.9 mi away from this motel. W R Hearst Memorial State Beach is 7 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

American, Breakfast to go

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Crystal
    United States of America United States of America
    Close to the beach. Loved having access to the fire pits at night and the heated pool at the sister motel.
  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    Easy to find. Easy access to the ocean. The workout room was great
  • Ana
    United States of America United States of America
    The location, the price and that it is dog friendly.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Cavalier Oceanfront Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Sands by the Sea Motel

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Business center
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Room service
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Interconnecting room(s) available
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 – indoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Fenced pool
    Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Fenced pool
    Spa
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    Sands by the Sea Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Carte Blanche Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Sands by the Sea Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    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.

    FAQs about Sands by the Sea Motel

    • Sands by the Sea Motel has 1 restaurant:

      • Cavalier Oceanfront Restaurant

    • Sands by the Sea Motel is 3.1 miles from the center of San Simeon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Sands by the Sea Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Foot massage
      • Beach
      • Full-body massage
      • Back massage
      • Head massage
      • Swimming pool
      • Couples' massage
      • Neck massage
      • Hand massage

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Sands by the Sea Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Sands by the Sea Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Sands by the Sea Motel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Sands by the Sea Motel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • American
      • À la carte
      • Breakfast to go

    • Room options at Sands by the Sea Motel include:

      • Quad
      • Double

    • Yes, Sands by the Sea Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.