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Silver Surf Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in San Simeon with rooftop terrace and 24-hour front desk

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Silver Surf Motel sits just steps from the beach, offering a peaceful getaway. Guests love relaxing in the spa tub and swimming in the well-reviewed pool. The property features convenient on-site shopping, a rooftop terrace with scenic views, and complimentary WiFi throughout.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(103 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 371 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms | View from room

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
9390 Castillo Dr, San Simeon, CA, 93452

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 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) - 59 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

Silver Surf Motel

Motel near Moonstone Beach Park
A rooftop terrace, shopping on-site and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Silver Surf Motel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, a computer station and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 72 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with grab bars near toilets and raised toilet seats
  • 40-inch TVs with cable 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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Silver Surf
Silver Surf Motel
Silver Surf Motel San Simeon
Silver Surf San Simeon
Silver Surf Hotel San Simeon
Silver Surf Motel Motel
Silver Surf Motel San Simeon
Silver Surf Motel Motel San Simeon

Frequently asked questions

Is Silver Surf Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Silver Surf Motel?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Surf Motel on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$91.08, 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.

How much is parking at Silver Surf Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Silver Surf Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Silver Surf Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Silver Surf Motel located?

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

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Silver Surf Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1230 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is awesome, location is great for exploring the Central Coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice. The rooms have been remodeled and the beds were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dreamy calm escape . Will always be a top fav for hotels .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

GENEVIEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place is always a great stay. Pool and jacuzzi is a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and convenient to Hearst Castle and other activities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent no-frills place to stay if you’re going to Hearst Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good rroom. Quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shyanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The indoor pool and spa
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great! Would recommend and stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Disliked: Staff & service
Ocean is right across the street
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

REMZIYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is really good and staff desk was so nice woman she is so helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a couple of nights. One of the better priced places to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chriss

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here. Would Stay again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is always nice to stay at. We did have two separate of couples next to us and above us that stopped around late at night but after they left it was nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great on Highway 1.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nohl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the Price. Clean, affordable and conveniently located. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosemarie

Disliked: Cleanliness
No maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Licheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VEry clean and good value. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

Silver surf A+

Always a great time and the staff is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sweet little hotel in San Simeon. Peaceful and quiet rest right on the beach for an amazing price!! The cost enjoyment ratio was definitely well balanced.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This a a reasonably priced hotel My kids ( 3 and 5) enjoyed running in the big open grass area and the enclosed pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025