Sand Castle Inn

2.0 star property

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A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.
A two-story building with a balcony, a sign for ice water laundry, and a flower bed with various plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel reception area with a white counter, a window with a view of buildings, decorative fish and starfish on the wall, and a doormat with a castle design.
A bathroom with a bathtub, shower, handrails, a towel rack, and toiletries.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $115
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7

Explore the area

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1011 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA, 93955
  • Place, Eolian Dunes Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey State Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(85 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Seaside motel with free in-room WiFi
This smoke-free motel features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Sand Castle Inn offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Seaside motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Sand Castle Inn features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This business-friendly motel also offers express check-in, express check-out, and a water dispenser. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Sand Castle Inn is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
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 window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is 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

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1135 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this little place, very clean and nice gem to stay at while visiting the Monterey area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

The room was very clean, the owners were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lashnique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place this the only hotel me and my family stay when we are in Monterey it’s clean not loud staff is so nice and understanding I’ll always stay here ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Very helpful staff, clean rooms and easy access just would be perfect if construction was completed but very, very good for the price and location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The property was well lit and close to grocery stores. The management was friendly and helpful. I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient check in, friendly staff, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This reminds me of the old school coastal California stays off my childhood with the most perfect up to date rooms super convenient to the local sites. I will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and easy walk to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good stay for price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sand Castle Inn is a small older motel, but it’s as nice and updated as you can ask for. Everything was clean and fresh feeling, nice large flat screen tv with apps available. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and close to a lot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean room, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything went smoothly and had an amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Enjoyed our stay!

The hotel was conveniently located, staff was great and the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great clean quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not sure about pets but yes laundry service was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room and facility clean and staff very nice. I felt safe there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Atiffa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean room, quiet. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT SERVICES
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little quiet place to rest, walkable to different stores around
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TUPOU K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My second time here. Very very clean and smells very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026