About this property

Located 2.8 mi away from Hearst Castle, Sands by the Sea Motel guests have access to the pool at Cavalier Oceanfront Resort. All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi. Free guest parking is also offered. All rooms include a flat screen TV with satellite and cable channels, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Ironing facilities are also available. Select rooms include fans. A 24 front desk is available to guests of the Sands by the Sea. A business center is also provided. San Simeon State Park is 1.9 mi away from this motel. W R Hearst Memorial State Beach is 7 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 queen beds
1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gabriela
    United States United States
    The view was beautiful and how close it was to the beach. They also had outdoor games and firepits.
  • Lilia
    United States United States
    Its the location, quite and beautiful a walking distance to enjoy the beach
  • Cindy
    United States United States
    Everything was great, comfortable bed, clean fresh room. Perfect location for our activities.
  • Robin
    United States United States
    The location can't be beat. The motel is right on the beach, and the back lawn includes firepits, games, a beach volleyball court and plenty of chairs where guests can sit and enjoy the beach and the sunset. The beds were comfortable and the front...
  • Harrison
    United States United States
    Friendly staff, great location, cute room, fair price.
  • Ganna
    United States United States
    I liked the hotel a lot. Everything was good. Perfect location to relax with the ocean view. Nice pool and hot tub. Kids were busy with outdoor games. Very quiet and peaceful.
  • Alan
    United States United States
    Excellent location and the room was well appointed.
  • Rebollo
    United States United States
    All the space in the back by the beach we sure enjoyed it. Fire pits. it was close to the castle. The food in the restaurant was delicious. I had the salmon. My compliments to the chef.
  • Charles
    United States United States
    Clean. Close to the water. Restaurant close by. Pool availability and nice staff.
  • Crystal
    United States United States
    Our check in with Roxi was wonderful. She was so informative and helpful explaining all the amenities available that guests from Sands by the Sea could enjoy. Due to cold winds we did not go in the pool or hot tub, nor the fire pits, but could...

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Cavalier Coastal Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

House rules

Sands by the Sea Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

All guests staying at the Sands by the Sea Motel will receive a confirmation message from the Best Western Cavalier Inn San Simeon about their stay.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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