Sands by The Sea

Beach motel with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Travelers find oceanfront relaxation at Sands by The Sea, with views complementing spa treatments and massages. The Cavalier Coastal Kitchen serves cooked-to-order breakfasts, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. Two outdoor pools and attentive staff await.

Very good

Popular amenities

Gym

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Tomorrow

Nov 5 - Nov 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

LCD TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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About the area

9355 Hearst Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

San Simeon State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
San Simeon Pier - 4 min drive - 7.3 km
Moonstone Beach - 4 min drive - 6.2 km
Moonstone Beach Park - 4 min drive - 6.9 km
Hearst Castle - 25 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
‪Main Street Grill - ‬6 min drive
‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
‪JJ's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

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 Swedish 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), smoke-free property and a front desk safe
Free newspapers, coffee/tea in reception and a vending machine
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

Similar properties

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Parking included

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

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
Smoke-free property

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

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

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

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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 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by The Sea on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$175.41, including 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).