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About the Hotel

9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, California, United States, 93452
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The 2-star Sands By The Sea Motel San Simeon, situated just 650 metres from the Friends of the Elephant Seal Gift Shop, entices guests with spa therapy and recreational facilities. The motel, located 4.9 km from the San Simeon Pier, features a restaurant.

Location

San Carpoforo Creek and Beach is a stone's throw from this family-friendly hotel and San Luis Obispo County Regional airport is 75 km away.

There is the Nitt Witt Ridge about 15 minutes by car from the Sands San Simeon.

Rooms

The 33 rooms at the accommodation are equipped with comforts such as ironing equipment, as well as high-speed internet and a multi-channel TV. Bathrooms, fitted with a separate toilet and a shower, also provide guests with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

This San Simeon hotel features 2 restaurants onsite. Dining options include Cavalier Restaurant, which offers contemporary cuisine and is located just near Sands By The Sea Motel.

Leisure & Business

2 outdoor swimming pools as well as a fitness centre highlight the traditional property. The hotel offers a range of activities such as hiking and cycling.

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The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers
Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
25 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
King Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine

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Local transport and travel tips

Overview of transport options available

City Centre
San Simeon 5.4 km
Airports
San Luis Obispo County Regional (SBP) 70.8 km
Bus
Bus stop200 m

Facilities

Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel location

9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, California, United States, 93452
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9355 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, California, United States, 93452
Nearby
Half Mile North of the Piedras Blancas Light Station.
Boucher trail
150 m
18862-18610 CA-1
San Carpoforo Creek and Beach
150 m
Restaurants
Carriage Restaurant
700 m
9290 Castillo Dr
Manta Rey Restaurant
740 m
9240 Castillo Dr
San Simeon Liquor
370 m
431 Pico Ave
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