Coast Riders Inn
$114
/ night
Avg. for October
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$114
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Coast Riders Inn average $95 in February, the cheapest month, and $153 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $110 |
| February | $95 |
| March | $112 |
| April | $122 |
| May | $127 |
| June | $133 |
| July | $153 |
| August | $146 |
| September | $134 |
| October | $114 |
| November | $110 |
| December | $111 |
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About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an indoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and bicycle tour information.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an indoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and bicycle tour information.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 61 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
When you stay at Coast Riders Inn in San Simeon, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of San Simeon State Park and Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument. This motel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Moonstone Beach and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Hearst Ranch Winery.
What's nearby
Cambria State Marine Park(0.3 miles)
San Simeon State Park(0.5 miles)
San Simeon Nature Preserve(1.9 miles)
William Randolph Hearst State Park(2.5 miles)
Leffingwell Landing(2.9 miles)
William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach(3.2 miles)
Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay(3.3 miles)
Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument(3.3 miles)
San Simeon Pier(3.4 miles)
Moonstone Beach(3.4 miles)
Sebastian General Store(3.8 miles)
Hearst Ranch Winery(3.8 miles)
Moonstone Beach Park(4 miles)
Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve(4.1 miles)
Nitt Witt Ridge(4.6 miles)
The nearest major airport is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)(42.2 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Pool Indoor
Non-Smoking Rooms
Outdoor heated pool
Housekeeping
Location
9450 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, California, United States of America
Cambria State Marine Park (0.3 miles)
San Simeon State Park (0.5 miles)
San Simeon Nature Preserve (1.9 miles)
William Randolph Hearst State Park (2.5 miles)
Leffingwell Landing (2.9 miles)
William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach (3.2 miles)
Room options
10
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
15
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
14
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Family Room, Ground Floor
Room details
2 Queen Beds
and 1 Murphy Bed
Sleeps 4
400 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
15
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Coast Riders Inn
9.3
Superb
Based on 1,001 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers describe Coast Riders Inn as a friendly, budget-friendly coastal motel with spacious updated rooms, retro touches, and a great location across from the beach and near Hearst Castle, plus an indoor pool and hot tub for downtime.
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What guests think
Travellers describe Coast Riders Inn as a friendly, budget-friendly coastal motel with spacious updated rooms, retro touches, and a great location across from the beach and near Hearst Castle, plus an indoor pool and hot tub for downtime.
Staff and owners are repeatedly praised for warm, accommodating service and little extras like cookies, toy cars, and helpful local tips. Rooms are generally very clean and comfortable, though some bathrooms show their age, a few guests reported mildew or maintenance issues, and occasional noise or odors were noted. Breakfast is a simple continental spread with coffee, pastries, toast, oatmeal, and fruit; quality and variety are described as basic to decent. Expect a welcoming, good-value stay with classic motel bones and thoughtful upgrades.
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Facilities
Indoor pool and hot tub are a popular perk, with a games/rec area; some note dated ambiance, limited hours, or maintenance/cleanliness issues. EV charging and easy on-site parking are available.
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Neil
Dec 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean room in good repair, comfortable bed, friendly front desk staff, very good price. The lobby is really cool with lots of Lego models and the rooms are all retro themed with old fashion looking microwaves and refrigerators. There is a free and nice continental-style breakfast and an indoor pool and hot tub (though the hot tub was closed when we were there.)
Very clean room in good repair, comfortable bed, friendly front desk staff, very good price. The lobby is really cool with lots of Lego models and the rooms are all retro themed with old fashion looking microwaves and refrigerators. There is a free and nice continental-style breakfast and an indoor pool and hot tub (though the hot tub was closed when we were there.)
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Brenna
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stay. The hotel is newly remodeled and very clean with comfortable memory foam beds, smart tv, fridge, micro, hair dryer, usb ports, indoor pool, hot tub, close to beach, free parking, ev charger, nice owners. We told our friends who paid double for a hotel across the street. Thanks for the great stay!
Excellent stay. The hotel is newly remodeled and very clean with comfortable memory foam beds, smart tv, fridge, micro, hair dryer, usb ports, indoor pool, hot tub, close to beach, free parking, ev charger, nice owners. We told our friends who paid double for a hotel across the street. Thanks for the great stay!
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Laura
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
From the updated decor to the indoor pool and hot tub, this place is fun and friendly! Automobile and off road vehicles in Lego, and a scale model of the Titanic! Super friendly and helpful, shout out to Joe at the front desk.
From the updated decor to the indoor pool and hot tub, this place is fun and friendly! Automobile and off road vehicles in Lego, and a scale model of the Titanic! Super friendly and helpful, shout out to Joe at the front desk.
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Tyner
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Door heated pool, hot tub, games, literally steps from the beach, just cross the street. You can see and hear the beach. The owner, Joe, is amazing. Best hotel ever for a simple, relaxing, vacation. Wish we could stay longer! Dolphin and whale tours close by, restaurants a short walk, man. You cannot get here on Hwy 1 from San Francisco. You have to go around. As of 8.30.25, highway 1 is closed.
Door heated pool, hot tub, games, literally steps from the beach, just cross the street. You can see and hear the beach. The owner, Joe, is amazing. Best hotel ever for a simple, relaxing, vacation. Wish we could stay longer! Dolphin and whale tours close by, restaurants a short walk, man. You cannot get here on Hwy 1 from San Francisco. You have to go around. As of 8.30.25, highway 1 is closed.
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Javier
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at Coast Riders Inn. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff was super friendly. They gave my daughter three toy cars and a chocolate cookie, which she loved! The rooms look newly renovated, clean, and comfortable. There’s free parking and Wi-Fi, plus they offer coffee, pastries, and fresh fruit in the morning. The indoor pool is a big plus too. It’s a calm, family-friendly place — we’d definitely stay here again!
We had a great stay at Coast Riders Inn. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff was super friendly. They gave my daughter three toy cars and a chocolate cookie, which she loved! The rooms look newly renovated, clean, and comfortable. There’s free parking and Wi-Fi, plus they offer coffee, pastries, and fresh fruit in the morning. The indoor pool is a big plus too. It’s a calm, family-friendly place — we’d definitely stay here again!
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Joann
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The husband and wife owners were lovely and gracious. They had just installed a Tesla charger and let me try it for free as a test case. They gave us cookies and a little toy car when we arrived and had fresh free croissants and other types of bread, fruit, oatmeal and coffee in the morning. The stay was super stress free and easy. The only thing that was a little disappointing was the really poor water pressure in the shower. But I'm California there isn't a ton they can do about that.
The husband and wife owners were lovely and gracious. They had just installed a Tesla charger and let me try it for free as a test case. They gave us cookies and a little toy car when we arrived and had fresh free croissants and other types of bread, fruit, oatmeal and coffee in the morning. The stay was super stress free and easy. The only thing that was a little disappointing was the really poor water pressure in the shower. But I'm California there isn't a ton they can do about that.
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Sam
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, good choice at breakfast, great friendly staff. Pool clean, hot tub a great addition. Rooms huge. Roku tv, freebies. Thank you
Lovely place, good choice at breakfast, great friendly staff. Pool clean, hot tub a great addition. Rooms huge. Roku tv, freebies. Thank you
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joseph
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff heated indoor pool an jacuzzi, great location
Very friendly staff heated indoor pool an jacuzzi, great location
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Gregory
Dec 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent team, great location, and they heated the pool comfortably on a cold winter night.
Excellent team, great location, and they heated the pool comfortably on a cold winter night.
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JOHN
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A completely refurbished property, better than expected and the staff were amazing, friendly, and very helpful. Amenities included microwave, fridge with freezer and even a large screen Roku TV so we could stream our own subscribed channels! The complimentary breakfast was good and food could be taken to our room or dine in in the pool area. Plenty of tables and chairs and the area also had very nice plants. The heated indoor poor and jacuzzi were added benefits and there were several restaurants within short walking distance and a small mini-mart also. All in all can say enough about our very comfortable room and guest services. Much better than several other motels in the area where we had staying during prior visits.
A completely refurbished property, better than expected and the staff were amazing, friendly, and very helpful. Amenities included microwave, fridge with freezer and even a large screen Roku TV so we could stream our own subscribed channels! The complimentary breakfast was good and food could be taken to our room or dine in in the pool area. Plenty of tables and chairs and the area also had very nice plants. The heated indoor poor and jacuzzi were added benefits and there were several restaurants within short walking distance and a small mini-mart also. All in all can say enough about our very comfortable room and guest services. Much better than several other motels in the area where we had staying during prior visits.
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Cleanliness
Most guests find rooms and property very clean. A minority reported bathroom mildew, dirty floors, or occasional maintenance mishaps.
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Michael
Jan 1, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean.
Staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean.
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Vincent
Nov 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Coast Rider is conveniently located just to the southeast of the Hearst Castle off highway 1. With a straight view of San Simeon beach, it make a for an easy location to choose if you plan on sightseeing. The rooms themselves have bee recently renovated and included a smart tv, refrigerator and mini microwave. The bedding was update and comfortable. The only downside aesthetically was that the bathroom was not update and was a different color than the rest of the room. The fixtures were newer but the shower/tub stall had mold in the ceiling and there was not ventilation to air out the bathroom after a hot shower. Other than that, the Inn offers an indoor heated pool and light free breakfast for early risers.
The Coast Rider is conveniently located just to the southeast of the Hearst Castle off highway 1. With a straight view of San Simeon beach, it make a for an easy location to choose if you plan on sightseeing. The rooms themselves have bee recently renovated and included a smart tv, refrigerator and mini microwave. The bedding was update and comfortable. The only downside aesthetically was that the bathroom was not update and was a different color than the rest of the room. The fixtures were newer but the shower/tub stall had mold in the ceiling and there was not ventilation to air out the bathroom after a hot shower. Other than that, the Inn offers an indoor heated pool and light free breakfast for early risers.
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Yoshiko
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Coast Riders Inn is the older property, but has been renovated and remodels few years ago with comfortable bed. The room was super clean, probably one of the best cleaned model rooms that I've stayed in my life. The staff was very friendly and attentive. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back in the future.
Coast Riders Inn is the older property, but has been renovated and remodels few years ago with comfortable bed. The room was super clean, probably one of the best cleaned model rooms that I've stayed in my life. The staff was very friendly and attentive. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back in the future.
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Angela
Aug 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Owners and staff always available and incredibly personable. Dining and pool area are very comfortable and well maintained. Rooms are newly renovated with a delightful retro theme. 4 stars for for cleanliness because the floors in the room turned our feet black with instantly.
Owners and staff always available and incredibly personable. Dining and pool area are very comfortable and well maintained. Rooms are newly renovated with a delightful retro theme. 4 stars for for cleanliness because the floors in the room turned our feet black with instantly.
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Jorge
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was very clean
It was very clean
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Thomas
Nov 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Whilst staff were extremely polite and helpful, the room sadly was a little dirty and the bathtub required a further scrub before I was happy to give my son a bath. Breakfast was served in the swimming pool area which felt very strange; a large drop of condensation from the pool ceiling fell straight into my breakfast. I was disappointed to see that the hotel had no high-chair or booster seat, I guess they are not interested in catering to families.
Whilst staff were extremely polite and helpful, the room sadly was a little dirty and the bathtub required a further scrub before I was happy to give my son a bath. Breakfast was served in the swimming pool area which felt very strange; a large drop of condensation from the pool ceiling fell straight into my breakfast. I was disappointed to see that the hotel had no high-chair or booster seat, I guess they are not interested in catering to families.
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Beth
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very clean. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The coffee was excellent. Fresh fruit was very welcome. Wonderful view of the ocean. Easy walk to places to eat and easy walk to the beach.
The room was very clean. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The coffee was excellent. Fresh fruit was very welcome. Wonderful view of the ocean. Easy walk to places to eat and easy walk to the beach.
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Jose L
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Hotel is very clean overall, bed was comfortable, very well updated, new furniture and appliances. Very comfortable room. I will recommend it.
The Hotel is very clean overall, bed was comfortable, very well updated, new furniture and appliances. Very comfortable room. I will recommend it.
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Maya
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really good little basic hotel, I was impressed! They have fixed up an older hotel, so it's not brand new, but it was very clean and in good shape. Large comfortable bed and good sized room and bathroom area. Bed linens/blanket was warm, so I was fine even though it was a chilly night. The added touches impressed me. Retro style fridge and microwave that fit into the overall retro car theme. They give you locally made cookies at check-in, which is such a nice touch, and two little toy cars I can bring for my friends kid. Very polite workers at the front desk too. I was worried about noise as a motorcycle guy parked right in front of my room (the place seems like it attracts motorcyclists with the theme too), but he was very nice/respectful, and when I left at 7am he had already left - and literally didn't even wake me up, so no obnoxious engine revving or whatnot! I didn't hear any highway noise either in my room. Very convenient location for my Hearst Castle Day. I had dinner in Cambria, about 10 mins away, as it has more choices to eat, but San Simeon is a better location. One issue I did notice is that the bathroom tub had mildew, where water gets stuck above the tub - the property owners should just scrape out the old caulking/sealant and put new one, its an easy fix for a common problem. Otherwise the place was very clean, I'd happily stay there again.
Really good little basic hotel, I was impressed! They have fixed up an older hotel, so it's not brand new, but it was very clean and in good shape. Large comfortable bed and good sized room and bathroom area. Bed linens/blanket was warm, so I was fine even though it was a chilly night. The added touches impressed me. Retro style fridge and microwave that fit into the overall retro car theme. They give you locally made cookies at check-in, which is such a nice touch, and two little toy cars I can bring for my friends kid. Very polite workers at the front desk too. I was worried about noise as a motorcycle guy parked right in front of my room (the place seems like it attracts motorcyclists with the theme too), but he was very nice/respectful, and when I left at 7am he had already left - and literally didn't even wake me up, so no obnoxious engine revving or whatnot! I didn't hear any highway noise either in my room. Very convenient location for my Hearst Castle Day. I had dinner in Cambria, about 10 mins away, as it has more choices to eat, but San Simeon is a better location. One issue I did notice is that the bathroom tub had mildew, where water gets stuck above the tub - the property owners should just scrape out the old caulking/sealant and put new one, its an easy fix for a common problem. Otherwise the place was very clean, I'd happily stay there again.
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Robert
May 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Dirty floors and a ceiling compartment door fell into the shower.
Dirty floors and a ceiling compartment door fell into the shower.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with memory foam beds, Roku TVs, and retro appliances; many have been renovated, and some offer ocean or partial views. A few guests mention dated bathrooms, light noise, or minor equipment issues.
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theodore
Dec 22, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were redone recently and the appliances were neat retro. The staff was friendly and helpful . We had an ocean view room, which had a great view, well worth the price
The rooms were redone recently and the appliances were neat retro. The staff was friendly and helpful . We had an ocean view room, which had a great view, well worth the price
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Mary
Dec 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Best sleep I’ve had away from home in a long time. Their beds were very comfy. They have put a lot of effort in updates to an older motel. New flooring, tvs, fridge, microwave and air conditioner/ heater. The indoor pool is needing a little paint but it’s clean and warm. A very pleasant stay.
Best sleep I’ve had away from home in a long time. Their beds were very comfy. They have put a lot of effort in updates to an older motel. New flooring, tvs, fridge, microwave and air conditioner/ heater. The indoor pool is needing a little paint but it’s clean and warm. A very pleasant stay.
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Cathy
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was great, room larger than normal, easy access to highway for San Simeon and Cambria. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Staff was great, room larger than normal, easy access to highway for San Simeon and Cambria. Would definitely recommend staying here.
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Lydia
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was nice and quiet place to stay.The first time we came in the room we were surprised to see cookies and little toy cars to welcome us. Everything in the room is clean especially the bedding and linens. They have smart Tv and cute fridge and microwave. Aircon is working which is good but I would like the room had a window that I could open to feel the sea breeze in the room. The people managing at the front desk are kind and friendly.
It was nice and quiet place to stay.The first time we came in the room we were surprised to see cookies and little toy cars to welcome us. Everything in the room is clean especially the bedding and linens. They have smart Tv and cute fridge and microwave. Aircon is working which is good but I would like the room had a window that I could open to feel the sea breeze in the room. The people managing at the front desk are kind and friendly.
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Robert
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
One of the best motels that I have ever stayed in!! Really cool 1950s theme appliances and neat automobile memorabilia throughout the motel. I highly recommended Coast Riders Inn.
One of the best motels that I have ever stayed in!! Really cool 1950s theme appliances and neat automobile memorabilia throughout the motel. I highly recommended Coast Riders Inn.
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Alvin
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable, spacious room, beautiful location right off the beach. Close to Hearst Castle, elephant seal viewing, and Cambria shops/dining. Super nice folks who run the place, room and lobby had a lot of thoughtful little touches. Pastries and coffee for breakfast.
Comfortable, spacious room, beautiful location right off the beach. Close to Hearst Castle, elephant seal viewing, and Cambria shops/dining. Super nice folks who run the place, room and lobby had a lot of thoughtful little touches. Pastries and coffee for breakfast.
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portia
Nov 6, 2023
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This was NOT an ocean view. The view is of the road and of a hotel across the street that has an ocean view. The blinds to look outside at the street were broken so the view was actual of the blinds only. The tv reception was poor so it would shut off for 10 mins and then come back on later. I spent a significant amount of money for the view. I was disappointed and felt a bit scammed.
This was NOT an ocean view. The view is of the road and of a hotel across the street that has an ocean view. The blinds to look outside at the street were broken so the view was actual of the blinds only. The tv reception was poor so it would shut off for 10 mins and then come back on later. I spent a significant amount of money for the view. I was disappointed and felt a bit scammed.
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Stefan
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming & informative reception staff, nice spacious room, very good mattress, great Pacific view (and dark roll-down blinds when you don't want it).
Very welcoming & informative reception staff, nice spacious room, very good mattress, great Pacific view (and dark roll-down blinds when you don't want it).
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Tonya
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good hotel. Obviously a bit on the older side but they keep it updated nicely. The room was big and the bed was comfortable. Room and bathroom were clean. Plenty of outlets and USB ports for devices. Across the road from beach access.
Good hotel. Obviously a bit on the older side but they keep it updated nicely. The room was big and the bed was comfortable. Room and bathroom were clean. Plenty of outlets and USB ports for devices. Across the road from beach access.
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Rosa
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is the second time I've stayed. Not disappointed. Check in was quick and pleasant despite several guests checking in at same time. Gifts were a pleasant surprise. Room was inviting. I love the retro refrigerator and microwave. Two bottles of water available for coffee maker or personal use. You can open window. Overall quiet and comfortable.
This is the second time I've stayed. Not disappointed. Check in was quick and pleasant despite several guests checking in at same time. Gifts were a pleasant surprise. Room was inviting. I love the retro refrigerator and microwave. Two bottles of water available for coffee maker or personal use. You can open window. Overall quiet and comfortable.
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Service
Service is a standout: owners and staff earn consistent praise for friendliness, helpful tips, and quick help. Check-in is smooth and issues are resolved promptly.
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Ida
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly, helpful, and accommodating front desk.
Friendly, helpful, and accommodating front desk.
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Alicia
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was exactly as described, and was warm and welcoming. We loved the waters and cookies that were set out for us, and the temp was set for a cool night. The staff were AMAZING- good people to talk with. When we're back in San Simeon, we will definitely book our stay with Coast Rider's Inn.
The room was exactly as described, and was warm and welcoming. We loved the waters and cookies that were set out for us, and the temp was set for a cool night. The staff were AMAZING- good people to talk with. When we're back in San Simeon, we will definitely book our stay with Coast Rider's Inn.
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Robert
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place is a hidden gem on the Central Coast. Owner takes a lot of pride in the property and the service is awesome!
This place is a hidden gem on the Central Coast. Owner takes a lot of pride in the property and the service is awesome!
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Maria
Feb 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff, will recommend gladly.
Very friendly staff, will recommend gladly.
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Mary
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Husband at check in is quite a character. Very friendly and offers amenities.
Husband at check in is quite a character. Very friendly and offers amenities.
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frank
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
They were awesome great service all around!!! Jane and Ron and another gentleman!!! Free cookies once we arrived. Room was real nice and clean. Also a side note they went over and above helping us our Car key fob went dead no way to move it from across the street at Ocean view we went to the local stores no batteries. Took a chance and asked Jane if she knows any stores in Cambria that would have batteries so I can take a Uber to Cambria she said don't worry about it I have batteries wow so cool didn't even charge us !!! What a life saver👍 this hotel is my go too hotel going forward.
They were awesome great service all around!!! Jane and Ron and another gentleman!!! Free cookies once we arrived. Room was real nice and clean. Also a side note they went over and above helping us our Car key fob went dead no way to move it from across the street at Ocean view we went to the local stores no batteries. Took a chance and asked Jane if she knows any stores in Cambria that would have batteries so I can take a Uber to Cambria she said don't worry about it I have batteries wow so cool didn't even charge us !!! What a life saver👍 this hotel is my go too hotel going forward.
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Katherina
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
My stay was great. Clean room, friendly staff, quick response with concern. The bed frame was making loud popping noises when I moved on the bed. I reported it, they fixed the problem right away. I slept great with no noise from the bed.
My stay was great. Clean room, friendly staff, quick response with concern. The bed frame was making loud popping noises when I moved on the bed. I reported it, they fixed the problem right away. I slept great with no noise from the bed.
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Kira
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We love this little gem on the central coast. Our 3rd stay and great as always. The staff is friendly, the rooms are comfortable and the area is gorgeous! We will be back!
We love this little gem on the central coast. Our 3rd stay and great as always. The staff is friendly, the rooms are comfortable and the area is gorgeous! We will be back!
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Joseph
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Suggestions about things to do was excellent. Loved the "Auto" theme lobby.
Friendly and helpful staff. Suggestions about things to do was excellent. Loved the "Auto" theme lobby.
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shaminder
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
As someone who travels extensively and spends well over a hundred nights in a hotel annually, I find the Coast Riders Inn to be among the best places I have stayed in. The rooms are immaculate, the staff is very friendly and the owner goes out of his way to ensure that the guest are treated well and taken care of. This is a very well maintained and clean hotel. I have now stayed there a few times and when I come to San Simeon in the future, I know exactly where I will be staying.
As someone who travels extensively and spends well over a hundred nights in a hotel annually, I find the Coast Riders Inn to be among the best places I have stayed in. The rooms are immaculate, the staff is very friendly and the owner goes out of his way to ensure that the guest are treated well and taken care of. This is a very well maintained and clean hotel. I have now stayed there a few times and when I come to San Simeon in the future, I know exactly where I will be staying.
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Location
Convenient coastal spot across from the beach and a short drive to Hearst Castle, Elephant Seal viewing, and Cambria. Walkable to a few restaurants and shops.
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Michael
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little hotel. Went to Hearst castle and stayed the night here. Restaurants close and quiet at night.
Great little hotel. Went to Hearst castle and stayed the night here. Restaurants close and quiet at night.
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Kala
Mar 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfectly accommodating, especially since I had a late arrival and early departure. Had everything I needed and very comfortable. I was there for work so I didn’t get to enjoy it, but it’s directly across the street from the ocean, so close I could hear the waves crashing. If I’m in the area again, I would definitely stay!
Perfectly accommodating, especially since I had a late arrival and early departure. Had everything I needed and very comfortable. I was there for work so I didn’t get to enjoy it, but it’s directly across the street from the ocean, so close I could hear the waves crashing. If I’m in the area again, I would definitely stay!
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alison
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check in, great location
Easy check in, great location
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Harold
Dec 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Large clean rooms. Just 5 minutes walk from the beach and 7 minutes drive from Hearst castle visitors center. Friendly staff had cookies for our arrival.
Large clean rooms. Just 5 minutes walk from the beach and 7 minutes drive from Hearst castle visitors center. Friendly staff had cookies for our arrival.
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Johnny
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing place beautiful view staff was awesome! A walk away from the beach highly recommended great price! Going back to this hotel!
Amazing place beautiful view staff was awesome! A walk away from the beach highly recommended great price! Going back to this hotel!
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RUTH
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great place. The location was perfect for visiting Hearst Castle and the Elephant Seals. Good restaurants were within walking distance.
This is a great place. The location was perfect for visiting Hearst Castle and the Elephant Seals. Good restaurants were within walking distance.
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Michael
Apr 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property is very nice The rooms are clean and the staff is excellent. Hotel is across the street from beach access. Hearst Castle is within 5 minutes having a great time. Really appreciate the hotel. There are several restaurants close by also.
Property is very nice The rooms are clean and the staff is excellent. Hotel is across the street from beach access. Hearst Castle is within 5 minutes having a great time. Really appreciate the hotel. There are several restaurants close by also.
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Imran
Aug 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good location close to beach
Good location close to beach
10
Shen
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location if you’re cycling along highway 1. Close to Hearst Castle, elephant seal viewpoint…
Good location if you’re cycling along highway 1. Close to Hearst Castle, elephant seal viewpoint…
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Roxanne
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel in San Simeon. Nice location for a coastal sty. Easy check in and out. Nicely appointed rooms!
Great hotel in San Simeon. Nice location for a coastal sty. Easy check in and out. Nicely appointed rooms!
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Dining
Continental breakfast is basic but appreciated—typically coffee, pastries, toast, oatmeal, and fruit; coffee is often praised. Some guests wanted more variety or protein.
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Michael
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great motel, very friendly. The breakfast could be improved significantly. I don’t think squeezy butter and squeezy jam is very healthy. The coffee and fruit was ok.
Great motel, very friendly. The breakfast could be improved significantly. I don’t think squeezy butter and squeezy jam is very healthy. The coffee and fruit was ok.
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Mark
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
All staff super friendly, room comfortable, not the greatest pressure in the shower, pool and hot tub was a greay bonus and really good breakfast
All staff super friendly, room comfortable, not the greatest pressure in the shower, pool and hot tub was a greay bonus and really good breakfast
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Amir
Jan 8, 2023
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Stayed 19,360 nights
Nicely furnished, clean room. We had a distant view of the ocean. The staff and the owners are very friendly. small continental breakfast. Coffee is really good
Nicely furnished, clean room. We had a distant view of the ocean. The staff and the owners are very friendly. small continental breakfast. Coffee is really good
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Trey
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was amazing. Breakfast could use a protein option; other than that, it was great!
Everything was amazing. Breakfast could use a protein option; other than that, it was great!
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Sarah
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were extremely friendly. They went above and beyond. Coffee and pastries were just what we needed to get our morning started. We really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Everything was clean and very well maintained.
The staff were extremely friendly. They went above and beyond. Coffee and pastries were just what we needed to get our morning started. We really enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Everything was clean and very well maintained.
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Javier
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great stay at Coast Riders Inn. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff was super friendly. They gave my daughter three toy cars and a chocolate cookie, which she loved! The rooms look newly renovated, clean, and comfortable. There’s free parking and Wi-Fi, plus they offer coffee, pastries, and fresh fruit in the morning. The indoor pool is a big plus too. It’s a calm, family-friendly place — we’d definitely stay here again!
We had a great stay at Coast Riders Inn. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff was super friendly. They gave my daughter three toy cars and a chocolate cookie, which she loved! The rooms look newly renovated, clean, and comfortable. There’s free parking and Wi-Fi, plus they offer coffee, pastries, and fresh fruit in the morning. The indoor pool is a big plus too. It’s a calm, family-friendly place — we’d definitely stay here again!
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Alvin
Jan 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable, spacious room, beautiful location right off the beach. Close to Hearst Castle, elephant seal viewing, and Cambria shops/dining. Super nice folks who run the place, room and lobby had a lot of thoughtful little touches. Pastries and coffee for breakfast.
Comfortable, spacious room, beautiful location right off the beach. Close to Hearst Castle, elephant seal viewing, and Cambria shops/dining. Super nice folks who run the place, room and lobby had a lot of thoughtful little touches. Pastries and coffee for breakfast.
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Sam
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, good choice at breakfast, great friendly staff. Pool clean, hot tub a great addition. Rooms huge. Roku tv, freebies. Thank you
Lovely place, good choice at breakfast, great friendly staff. Pool clean, hot tub a great addition. Rooms huge. Roku tv, freebies. Thank you
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Brett
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great vibe and location, pool and hot tub was great. Continental breakfast was ok. I will stay here again any time in the area! 👍
Great vibe and location, pool and hot tub was great. Continental breakfast was ok. I will stay here again any time in the area! 👍
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Kimball
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room we stayed in was very nice and clean, freshly updated. On the other hand breakfast or should I say a snack was extremely limited to a few items. For instance there was instant oatmeal but the water offered was not hot. Had some fresh fruit, bananas, and apples, had a container of croissants and there was also some small packaged pastries, and fresh coffee. We stayed here a few years ago and not much has changed. Room was great just don’t count on eating much at the free breakfast.
The room we stayed in was very nice and clean, freshly updated. On the other hand breakfast or should I say a snack was extremely limited to a few items. For instance there was instant oatmeal but the water offered was not hot. Had some fresh fruit, bananas, and apples, had a container of croissants and there was also some small packaged pastries, and fresh coffee. We stayed here a few years ago and not much has changed. Room was great just don’t count on eating much at the free breakfast.
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Baby
Aug 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very helpful staff and nice clean and full amenities room.
Very helpful staff and nice clean and full amenities room.
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Michael
Aug 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A very great place along the way between Southern California and Northern California. if you're driving the coast it's certainly is a great stop. The people are good. the service is good.
A very great place along the way between Southern California and Northern California. if you're driving the coast it's certainly is a great stop. The people are good. the service is good.
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Cal
Aug 23, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was AMAZING! So friendly and welcoming and gave us great restaurant recommendations and gave us cookies when we checked in and everyday there was a free continental breakfast with pastries, instant oatmeal, toast and jam and some surprisingly tasty brewed coffee...the only reason I am not giving them a 5 is because my son was really looking forward to keeping up his workout routine while on vacation by swimming laps and sadly the pool was very green and he did not feel comfortable using it.
The staff was AMAZING! So friendly and welcoming and gave us great restaurant recommendations and gave us cookies when we checked in and everyday there was a free continental breakfast with pastries, instant oatmeal, toast and jam and some surprisingly tasty brewed coffee...the only reason I am not giving them a 5 is because my son was really looking forward to keeping up his workout routine while on vacation by swimming laps and sadly the pool was very green and he did not feel comfortable using it.
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Cody
Aug 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The ocean view rooms are amazing and the staff is very helpful and friendly. Between the quality of rooms and the price, I won’t stay anywhere else in San Simeon again.
The ocean view rooms are amazing and the staff is very helpful and friendly. Between the quality of rooms and the price, I won’t stay anywhere else in San Simeon again.
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Christopher
Aug 17, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were very friendly and helpful and greeted us with some cookies and small gifts which were very much appreciated. The room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable which gave us an excellent nights sleep after a long drive. Breakfast was continental and included some delicious croissants
The staff were very friendly and helpful and greeted us with some cookies and small gifts which were very much appreciated. The room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable which gave us an excellent nights sleep after a long drive. Breakfast was continental and included some delicious croissants
FAQs about Coast Riders Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key attractions?
The hotel is located near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of San Simeon State Park and Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument. It is approximately 3.4 miles from Moonstone Beach and 3.8 miles from Hearst Ranch Winery.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an indoor pool, operational from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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- 2026-11-15: 119.6672062652588USD
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- 2026-11-23: 121.2643807914734USD
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- 2026-11-27: 196.06567979888916USD
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- 2026-11-30: 124.66329023742676USD
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The front desk is open during the following times:
- Sunday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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