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Sand Castle Inn

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Imperial Beach with free parking

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Balcony view
Porch
Private kitchen
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom Queen Suite Oceanview

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom King Suite Oceanview

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment Suite with Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Futon

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Studio Suite Garden

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment Suite with Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
785 Seacoast Dr, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932

What's nearby

  • Imperial Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Diego Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Silver Strand State Beach - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 12 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Iris Avenue Trolley Station - 8 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tin Fish Imperial Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Los Panchos Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Motel near San Diego Bay
Sand Castle Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Sand Castle Inn have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for incidentals.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sand Castle Inn Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Inn Motel
Sand Castle Inn Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Inn Motel Imperial Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Castle Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sand Castle Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Castle Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sand Castle Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Imperial Beach motel is steps from Imperial Beach and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from San Diego Bay. Silver Strand State Beach and Coronado Municipal Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Sand Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 465 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family had a great time everywhere we went was pet friendly, we’ll definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute decor next to the beach very chill
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely stay again. Loved the contactless service, the Tulum vibe room with kitchenette was awesome. Across the street from the beach and next to restaurants. All walking distance. The amenities were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice very well put
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Looking for a 5 star resort? Keep scrolling. Looking for a small, quiet, clean, bug free room with a comfortable bed that’s less than a minute walk to the sand and 5 minute walk to the pier? If so this place is great. We stayed here 7days and it was great! Check in kind of irritated me at first but wasn’t a big deal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Amenities
First time here , the “ contactless “ check in process seemed almost harassing Nothing on the Expedia website said you had to pay for parking yet I seem to recall the motel saying I had to pay extra for parking , which I did not . The room is nice but the 5 messages seemed excessive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was great, very clean. We had some trouble with our code to get in and the room doesn’t lock from the inside so I had to put the coffee table in front of the door so my toddler wouldn’t try to open it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Gianni

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property does have a great location and the staff was responsive and would answer all question at a moments notice.what i disliked about the room was the bed sheets were dirty , stained and also had blood stains on the mattress. Aswell as the towels were stained and the shower was not properly cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great beach hotel

Check in was easy, our room was nice and clean, location was fabulous. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable visit ... would stay again next time in Imperial Beach ...
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay as usual. I absolutely love staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time, the hotel is located across from the beach and plenty of food options available.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect location, directly across from the ocean. Great to walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shillagh

Liked: Amenities
Loved it will be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect property right across from beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Not worth it.

Good location, but not worth it. I don’t want to just hate on this place, but I left two nights into my three night stay because it was really bad. No garbage, no soap, about 1/4 roll of toilet paper. No air controls. No maid service in my room while I was there. Bed caved in. Humidity was so high that my towels never dried.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Archie

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little hotel located across the street from the beach. Parking is a little cramped
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate that it was a contactless check in process and the location to the beach was right across the street. There are also plenty of dining options available and convenience stores around for last minute items. The local bus service also stops in font of the location in case you want to see a little more of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location

10/10 Excellent

JESSICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome we loved it so much that we are looking to book it again soon. It is across the street from the beach which was great since we like to go fishing.