At Sand Castle Inn, you're within reach of Monterey Bay's vibrant atmosphere. Guests appreciate the motel's helpful staff and proximity to shopping, while enjoying amenities like laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, self parking and express check-out.
Monterey County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
Cannery Row - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
Getting around
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 33 min drive
Monterey Station - 17 min drive
Salinas Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Panera Bread - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Panda Express - 3 min walk
Wingstop - 3 min walk
The Butter House - 8 min walk
About this property
Sand Castle Inn
Sand Castle Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, 17-Mile Drive and Fisherman's Wharf are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and nearby shopping.
At a glance
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Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
1 building/tower
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Sand Castle Inn
Sand Castle Inn Seaside
Sand Castle Seaside
Sand Castle Hotel Seaside
Sand Castle Inn Motel
Sand Castle Inn Seaside
Sand Castle Inn Motel Seaside
Frequently asked questions
Does Sand Castle Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sand Castle Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sand Castle Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Sand Castle Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sand Castle Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around Sand Castle Inn like?
Sand Castle Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 15 minutes' walk from Fort Ord Dunes State Park. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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Sand Castle Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Bed
Service staff
Location
Bathroom
Restaurant
Beach
Value
Parking
Microwave
What guests liked
The property is within walking distance to the beach, with some reviews mentioning it's just a 3-minute or 10-minute walk away. (14 reviews)
The property is located near a variety of dining options and restaurants. (7 reviews)
Parking was convenient, easy, and well-lit, with some rooms even having parking right in front. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
TRAVELER
Love this place. Clean and quiet. Easy parking and no parking fee
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2025
Traveler
Great staff and fridge / freezer combo is great for long stays. Bed comfortable and room is very clean.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Very clean, comfortable stay
lizbeth
lizbeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2025
Clean Safe and very Comfy!
very comfortable bed & clean room. the staff was very friendly and accommodating as I arrived before check-in time, but badly needed a nap! So they let me check-in early. So nice to have found a clean, comfy & affordable place to stay in an otherwise expensive area.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
The room was very clean and comfortable.
The property was well cared for.
Would return in the future.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Had an amazing stay. Staff was friendly and manger was very nice and helpful since the beginning. The room was exactly what I was looking for within my budget. Area was in a good location.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Been here a few times nice hotel at an affordable price 😊
Servando
Servando, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Nice place
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Great location, quiet and clean & renovated rooms.
Krishna Prasad
Krishna Prasad, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 7, 2025
not great
Rooms are run down. Entire hotel needs remodeling.
Christophe
Christophe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Traveler
Great service. Love the people that work here. So nice and polite.
Always sold out during the week. Make reservations early. Met a nice older couple here ( JoAnn and Charles) we both agreed it was a wonderful hotel.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2025
Basic motel. Room clean and comfortable. Nice for the price, I would stay again and recommend.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Great!
Old property but renovated nicely, ample outlets, big fridge, microwave, keurig, lots of lights, and a big bathroom.
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Nice area
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Clean and quiet hotel near Monterey. Prices are high due to the location.
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Amazing value for money
Amazing stay and great value for money.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 15, 2025
Very quiet, pleasant stay.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Nice fornovernight
Great clean motel.
GARY
GARY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Super clean and nicely updated. Would stay here again.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 16, 2025
Nice location, clean
Ramil Price
Ramil Price, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
I had a great day. It was beautiful. The hotel was nice. People were good. It was great.
Wendy
Wendy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Living it up!
Beautiful Area and hotel was very comfortable! Wish we could have stayed more days.
Gail
Gail, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2025
Very clean and the staff was friendly. This is my second time that I stay here.
Minh
Minh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
nice hotel. right in the middle of a lot of restaurants
joseph
joseph, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2025
Clean and comfortable for a night
Needed a place to stay overnight and this met our needs. Clean, comfortable bed and easy to access off the highway. Would stay again for a quick stopover.