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San Simeon Lodge

9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Pool
Gym
Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly

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About this property

San Simeon Lodge is an independent motel located in San Simeon, California, positioned just a 5-minute drive from Moonstone Beach Park and Moonstone Beach. The property sits within walking distance of Cambria State Marine Park and is 8.3 miles from Hearst Castle, making it a practical base for exploring the central California coast.

The motel offers 60 guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, flat-screen television, and complimentary wireless internet. Rooms include satellite programming for entertainment, coffee and tea makers, and irons with ironing boards. Bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Daily housekeeping is provided, and guests consistently rate room comfort at 3.9 out of 5.

Dining is available at Beach Bar and Grill, which serves American cuisine with ocean views and a full bar. Complimentary breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee. Beyond dining, the property features an outdoor pool, fitness center, gift shop, hair salon, and free WiFi throughout. Guests can access a business center, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. The motel is smoke-free and welcomes pets (up to 2 per room), with service animals exempt from fees. Nearby recreation includes surfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing, hiking, biking, mountain biking, fishing, and horseback riding.

Check-in is available from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Free self-parking is provided. The property does not have elevators.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at San Simeon Lodge in San Simeon, you'll be by the sea, a 5-minute drive from Moonstone Beach Park and 5 minutes from Moonstone Beach. This motel is 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Hearst Castle and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cambria State Marine Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cambria State Marine Park - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
San Simeon State Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
San Simeon Nature Preserve - 3.2 km / 2 mi
William Randolph Hearst State Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Leffingwell Landing - 4.8 km / 3 mi
William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
San Simeon Pier - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Moonstone Beach - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Sebastian General Store - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Hearst Ranch Winery - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Moonstone Beach Park - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve - 6.5 km / 4 mi
Nitt Witt Ridge - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi

The preferred airport for San Simeon Lodge is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 67.8 km / 42.1 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Beach Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon.
Featured amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM. 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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

Pets are welcome.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately $7 to 15 per person Pet fee: $25 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) Rollaway bed fee: $15 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at San Simeon Lodge?

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Where is San Simeon Lodge located?

San Simeon Lodge is located at 9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA, US.

What attractions are near San Simeon Lodge?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Cambria State Marine Park - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi San Simeon State Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi San Simeon Nature Preserve - 3.2 km / 2 mi William Randolph Hearst State Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi Leffingwell Landing - 4.8 km / 3 mi William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi San Simeon Pier - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi Moonstone Beach - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi Sebastian General Store - 6 km / 3.7 mi Hearst Ranch Winery - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi Moonstone Beach Park - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve - 6.5 km / 4 mi Nitt Witt Ridge - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi The preferred airport for San Simeon Lodge is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 67.8 km / 42.1 mi

How do I get to San Simeon Lodge?

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at San Simeon Lodge?

Satisfy your appetite with American cuisine at Beach Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

What amenities does San Simeon Lodge offer?

San Simeon Lodge features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly.

What are the rooms like at San Simeon Lodge?

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Is San Simeon Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, San Simeon Lodge is pet-friendly.

What fees should I know about at San Simeon Lodge?

Fee for full breakfast: approximately $7 to 15 per person Pet fee: $25 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) Rollaway bed fee: $15 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.