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Sand Castle Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Seaside with a 24-hour front desk

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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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
93955, CA, Seaside, 1011 La Salle Ave

What's nearby

  • Eolian Dunes Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monterey State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Ord Dunes State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • North Fremont Street - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Fort Ord National Monument - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 17 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Motel near Monterey Bay
Sand Castle Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at Sand Castle Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 11.28 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

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

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

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

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
  • Iron/ironing board

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
Late check-out fee: USD 33.90
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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 11.28 per night
  • 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 fee: USD 33.90 (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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Castle Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 11.28 per night.

What time is check-in at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

Where is Sand Castle Inn located?

Situated in Seaside, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Monterey State Beach and Fort Ord Dunes State Park. North Fremont Street and Del Monte Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location. We're walking distance to beach, Costco, and local restaurants. It definitely served our needs for the stay and will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

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

8/10 Good

Zebene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENARO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel forthe price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean hotel and the people at the front desk were very kind and welcoming! Would recommend this place for a great hotel stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicanor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, and property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great deal. Clean rooms, safe and quiet. Run by a very nice and accommodating family. We will be back when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room as always i stay here whenever I come to Monterey
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most importantly, the people who own and work there are nice!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's close to a lot of stores & restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean and convenient hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were very friendly at check-in! The unit was very clean, although I had some ants poking around in the bathroom. Lots of restaurants and stores nearby. Parking was very easy. I stayed for two nights, didn't experience much noise and felt pretty safe, which is important when travelling by yourself. I also really enjoyed how cute the building is. They have a bunch of little garden planters that are well maintained. The property feels like the staff truly cares about their guest's experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot open and lit up well
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet and clesn
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay and enjoyed that they cleaned room daily.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid room, good area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim or sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025