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Sands by The Sea

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Take advantage of a gym, a business centre and a full-service spa at Sands by The Sea. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Cavalier Coastal Kitchen, features a beachfront location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is RM402
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(115 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(97 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Double king size bed

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in San Simeon, Sands by The Sea is near the beach. Hearst Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park. Cambria State Marine Park and Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Simeon travel guide
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9355 Hearst Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with several sea lions resting on the shore.
    San Simeon State Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A coastal landscape with waves crashing onto rocks, a distant shoreline with buildings, and a mountain range in the background.
    Moonstone Beach
    5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear turquoise waters and grassy areas.
    Moonstone Beach Park
    6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • A historic building with two towers, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.
    Hearst Castle
    36 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Cambria State Marine Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Main Street Grill
    6 min drive
  • Luigi’s Pizza
    7 min drive
  • Cambria Coffee Roasting Company
    6 min drive
  • Linn's Bakery & Eatery
    8 min drive
  • Big Sur Restaurant
    8 min walk

About this property

Sands by The Sea

  • Motel near Moonstone Beach Park
  • Consider a stay at Sands by The Sea and take advantage of a gym, a business centre and a full-service spa. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Cavalier Coastal Kitchen, features a beachfront location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and coffee/tea in reception
    • Free newspapers, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Sands by The Sea offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cavalier Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 150

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Sunday (1:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [9415 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, California 93452]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 30 for adults and USD 5 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 150

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands by The Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands by The Sea?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by The Sea on 7 Sept 2026 start from RM402, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sands by The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Sands by The Sea?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands by The Sea?

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

What time is check-out at Sands by The Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 150.

Where is Sands by The Sea located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this San Simeon motel is within a 10-minute walk of Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph Hearst State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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