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Calafia Inn

2.5 star property

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Courtyard
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Fridge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
$182
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9

Explore the area

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2341 S EL CAMINO REAL, San Clemente, CA, 92672
  • San Clemente State Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Casa Romantica
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Clemente Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Calafia Inn

San Clemente motel close to San Clemente State Beach
Along with express check-out, this motel has a picnic area and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.
Calafia Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This San Clemente motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Some rates at Calafia Inn are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Calafia Inn features a picnic area and express check-out. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A total renovation of this property was completed in July 2022.

Calafia Inn has designated areas for smoking.

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Calafia Inn are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1950
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - July 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 49.00
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 49.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must register upon arrival. No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms after 9 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
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 200 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Calafia Beach San Clemente

Calafia Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Really clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is a very clean and comfortable place to stay. Parking is very convenient. The staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elle

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing staff, great location

Loved our stay here! Have stayed at a ton of SC hotels and Calafia Inn by far had the best hospitality. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sally

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Pros: Safe area Easy parking Kitchen area open til 10pm Blow dryer, lotion, shampoo & conditioner, packs of shaving cream are for use. Cons: The property is next to a main street which stayed busy throughout the evening and could affect your sleeping if you're a light sleeper. I did find hairs and stains on my linens and also a hair on my face towels so that was a bit concerning. I advised front desk, they offered to change the sheets but I was too tired. They advised they dont use commercial washers for their linens, just ones in the back of house. The towels are very basic, smaller sized and generic. They charge $25 if you use the white face towels and make-up gets on them. Also, they require a $200 deposit upon check in, they run it for the full amount, its not a soft hold. They do not take debit cards, apple pay or anything other than a major credit card. All in all, its whats expected from a low star motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alanna

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFF, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & spacious, cute & beachy. Needs smart TVs and more cozy atmosphere, it’s kinda sterile.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here! I have stayed at this inn multiple times and it never disappoints. The staff are professional and friendly, the rooms are SO clean and it’s quiet and safe. All I could ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean, updated with modern fixtures (excellent shower!), comfortable bed and the manager is very helpful. The rooms are smaller, as was customary when it was built, but this is one of the best remodels I've ever seen of motels from that era. Also, a huge TV! The heater/air conditioner is loud, but if you can get past that, you'll have a clean, pleasant and affordable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

jordan

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

Great value for the price

Really cool spot. For the money, totally worth it and I’d go back. Compromises are that the room and bed are small, the window shutters still let in a decent amount of light (could be easily fixed with curtains) and sound deadening could be better as I heard a considerable amount of road noise and talking from the outside. Positives are a spacious and nice shower, parking right outside of the room, and they included small travel deodorant for men and women which was a nice touch, though being honest the star of the show here was value. If you’re really comfort focused maybe paying extra elsewhere makes more sense, but if you’re in town for a day or two and plan to sleep/shower up and be on your way this is a good option. No issues with cleanliness or service at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times and it does not disappoint! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teodor, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very welcoming. The property had been nicely & thoughtfully upgraded recently. Unfortunately, during the night, a very loud violent-sounding disturbance occurred in a room next to ours that went on for a couple of hours. Not the owners' fault, but not restful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Green Bay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and peaceful. Just right for a getaway weekend! Will return. Loved a local Italian restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024