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Cambria Shores Inn

Stay at Cambria Shores Inn in Cambria, CA with ocean views, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, and pet-friendly rooms. Close to Hearst Castle and beaches.

6276 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA 93428, United States View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 294 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable oceanfront stay with thoughtful touches

Guests consistently highlight the scenic ocean views, pet-friendly atmosphere, and personalized services that enhance a relaxed and convenient coastal visit. While the inn offers great amenities and peaceful surroundings, some note minor comfort and service inconsistencies.

Guests often praise

  • Beautiful ocean views from most rooms and several outdoor lounging areas
  • Pet-friendly accommodations with thoughtful amenities for dogs
  • Breakfast baskets delivered to rooms and complimentary coffee and wine options
  • Clean, spacious, and renovated rooms, some with fireplaces and kitchens
  • Friendly and helpful staff who go above and beyond for guests

Worth knowing

  • Some guests found beds to be springy and less comfortable
  • Staff warmth received mixed feedback, with a few guests noting varying friendliness
  • Limited nightlife and early closing times in the surrounding small town
  • No pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle on site
  • Occasional small issues like the DVD player not working or light in kitchen areas without blackout shades

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a quiet, ocean-adjacent retreat for relaxation
  • Pet owners wanting a welcoming place to bring their dogs
  • Guests who appreciate complimentary meals and drinks delivered or available on site
  • Visitors looking to explore nearby nature trails, beaches, and Hearst Castle
  • Families and small groups wanting accessible, kid-friendly accommodations with kitchen facilities
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About this property

Welcome to Cambria Shores Inn

Situated just across the street from the Pacific Ocean, Cambria Shores Inn offers relaxed accommodations with some rooms featuring patios and ocean views. This hotel and motel hybrid provides a range of amenities including free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and parking, with air conditioning and kitchens in every room. The pet-friendly property also supports accessibility needs and welcomes families, though it does not offer a pool or fitness center.

The inn's location is well-suited for visitors looking to explore nearby attractions such as Hearst Castle, the Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center, and the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve Bluff Trail—all within a short drive. Despite being in a quiet and small town with limited evening options, guests benefit from convenient beach access and local dining experiences, including an onsite coffee shop and wine bar.

Guest reviews frequently praise the clean and comfortable rooms, thoughtful extras like breakfast baskets delivered to the door, and the friendly, helpful staff, though some mention that the beds can be springy and the staff occasionally less warm. The tranquil setting and ocean views appeal to those seeking a peaceful retreat rather than nightlife or late dining.

With check-in from 15:00 and check-out by 11:00, Cambria Shores Inn provides a practical base for travelers arriving via nearby airports such as SLO County Airport and Santa Maria Airport. Visitors with pets and families will find the property accommodating, while anyone prioritizing spacious grounds and easy beach access will appreciate the layout and atmosphere.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Beach access
Kid-friendly
Kitchen in all rooms
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MN
Mimi Nguyen Apr 12, 2026
10

Exceeded My Expectations! I booked this last minute because my friends were staying at the property next door, which had sold out—so I ended up here, and I’m so glad I did! This property blew the other one out of the water. Every room had at least a partial ocean view (except maybe the back corner ones), and the grounds were spacious and well-kept with grassy areas and lounge chairs—perfect for relaxing with your pup. They even provided dog towels, bowls, and other thoughtful pet amenities. A microwave in the room made it super convenient for both me and my four-legged travel buddy. The staff were genuinely kind, sweet, and helpful. I loved the cozy coffee bar, wine bar, and especially the breakfast basket delivered to my door each morning—a delightful touch. Honestly, I was blown away by my stay. The photos online don’t do this place justice. Highly recommend!

JH
Julie H. Mar 23, 2026
8.0

Pros: -The view -pet-friendly (cute little gift) -breakfast basket -coffee shop / wine tasting / food Cons: -bed wasn’t super comfy (very springy) -staff wasn’t very friendly/warm Overall, I would definitely stay here again. We had 2 dogs and it was easy to unload/load all of our things into our car since we parked right outside. Since there isn’t too much in this little town, it was really convenient having the coffee shop / wine tasting and some food options right by the front desk office. Super convenient!

CL
Chris Lupo Mar 16, 2026
10

Really enjoyed it stay here. Clean, comfortable, and newly renovated rooms, with fireplaces. A really nice breakfast delivered to the room in the morning. Glass of wine in the evening with a beautiful view of the ocean. We don't have dogs, but the inn is very dog-friendly. Enjoyed a nice walk on the boardwalk in the morning, which runs the length of Moonstone Beach. Would definitely recommend and come back!

GFG
Gayle From Glendora Mar 09, 2026
10

Love this hotel. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Great amenities. Dogs welcomed. Ocean views.

MG
Mason Gup Feb 12, 2026
10

I'm going to rate this place a 5 because it was fantastic at everything it was meant for. The view of the beach and ocean is amazing, the rooms are spacious and quiet. The staff was all friendly and helpful, the morning breakfast basket that they put on a hook outside every room was great. There's a lot of beach views and several restaurants a short walk or drive away, however you prefer. The inn's own restaurant area is small but nice, and there are several areas to lounge outside and experience the ocean view. There is a "but" though that you should know if you're staying in the area. This is a very small and remote town, and absolutely everything closes at 8pm. Seriously, everything. Come to this area hungry after 7pm at your own risk. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing retreat, it's wonderful, and everything you could ask for. If you're looking for late nights, nightlife, anything along those lines, don't come anywhere near the whole city of Cambria. On the other hand, if you can't stand being around that sort of thing, then you'll love it here.

JP
Jack Paps Jan 25, 2026
10

They give you free baskets that have a verity of foods and drinks the beach is just a street away service was amazing not to expensive for the service you get. It's a family owned business free coffee when you get a room. There's also 4 little chairs in the middle of the hotel with a beach side view. And a plus is that there was almost nobody here so a pretty solid place.

LM
Linda Morreale Jan 19, 2026
10

We loved the Cambria Shores Inn! We were visiting with our dog and everything was great. The rooms were newer and were generally clean and welcoming. Our only complaints were the DVD player they provided (with a library of DVDs in the office) was not plugged into the TV and no one knew how to fix it, so, that was useless, but we improvised and just stared at the ocean across the street instead. The other issue would be that the window in the kitchen area did not have a blackout shade, so the light was a little much early in the morning. Other than that, we loved it! They offered a free glass of wine at their wine bar, free brownies and cookies each night, a gift bag for our doggo and a breakfast basket that they hung on the door in the morning. Definitely worth it with all the extras and we would happily stay here again.

PS
payman shaffa Jan 04, 2026
10

This is an excellent hotel to stay at. Wonderful service, clean rooms and they offer so many extras at no charge from breakfast delivered to your room in the morning, hot cookies and coffee int he office and glasses of wine to enjoy on the patio. I forgot my jacket in the room and they made a special effort and mailed it to me..this is special service by owners who care. Cant recommend this hotel enough. Pet friendly too!!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Cambria Shores Inn

Cambria, California, USA

Across the street from the Pacific Ocean, this casual hotel is 2.9 miles from San Simeon State Park and 7.1 miles from Hearst Castle.

  • Cambria Beach Lodge 3 min Walk
  • Castle Inn 7 min Walk
  • Moonstone & Fireside Inn 9 min Walk
  • SLO County Airport 48 min Car · 1 hr 46 Transit
  • Santa Maria Airport 1 hr 18 Car · 3 hr 28 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Hearst Castle 13,409 reviews

Hearst Castle

750 Hearst Castle Rd, San Simeon, CA 93452, United States

4.6 · Castle
Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center 706 reviews

Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center

Shops Plaza Del Cavalier, 250 San Simeon Ave Suite 5A, San Simeon, CA 93452, United States

4.7 · Non-profit Organization
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve Bluff Trail 1 reviews

Fiscalini Ranch Preserve Bluff Trail

Office at 604 Main Street Trail access at 2799, Bluff Trail, Cambria, CA 93428, United States

4.8 · Nature Preserve
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