Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (120 reviews)
101 Avenida Serra, San Clemente, California, 92672 , San Clemente , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
No elevator (single level property)

Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Service
Food and Beverage
Cons:
Noise
Parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Clean and comfortable, but some noise issues may affect perceptions of cleanliness.
Service
9.1
Friendly service with good communication.
Location
9.1
Convenient location near downtown and the pier.
Room Quality
8.1
Comfortable beds, but noise from the restaurant above affected the stay.
Amenities
8.1
Good amenities, but parking and noise were concerns.
Value for Money
8.6
Decent value considering the location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.1
The restaurant (Nomads Canteen) received positive remarks.
Overall Experience
8.6
A mix of good experiences and some noise complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 03:51

Property Description

Individually Decorated Guestrooms
Experience unique charm in one of our 7 individually decorated guestrooms, ensuring a cozy and personalized stay. Dining and Lounge
Savor delectable meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge after a day of exploration. Nearby Attractions
Conveniently located near San Clemente Pier, enjoy easy access to Casa Romantica and other local hotspots, making your stay both enjoyable and memorable. Book your stay at Nomads Hotel for an unforgettable San Clemente experience.

Important information:

  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 120 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 8.6
D
David couple us
5
Good location for an average stay.
Pros:

Location and ease of check in.

Cons:

There was constant people walking above the room that it made difficult to sleep. The front door was constantly left open.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
S
Summer solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

The restaurant was above the room so easy access to food and the beach

Cons:

It was so loud I could hear the tables and chairs moving around until 10pm. Then all the people outside till 2pm just being loud and drinking.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
M
Miller solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
E
Enriquez family_with_children us
9
Pros:

We come several times a year,we enjoy our stay And our glass of wine upon arrival.WE ALSO ARE SO HAPPY WITH YOUR CLEANING STAFF CANT THINK OF HER NAME 😀

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
C
Carina extended_group us
1
See above notes
Pros:

I didn’t like it

Cons:

Very noisy from the restaurant above room 7
Banging loud noise in the pipes inside the walls
Screen missing in the window
Toilet wasn’t clean
It had a really strong chemical smell in the room

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
G
Garrett solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
N
Natalie solo_traveller gb
2
awful
Pros:

the room was big

Cons:

there is no parking, the bed was broken collapsed , there was bloody snot on the bathroom wall, it is underneath an establishment that moves furniture into the late hours and no matter how loud you put noise cancelling on and ear plugs - still hear it. no staff onsight- probably because there would be more people demanding refunds and giving complaints

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
D
Daniboy1985 solo_traveller il
10
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
B
Bronwynn couple us
8
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
X
XIANFENG family_with_children cn
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
K
Karl family_with_children us
10
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
K
Karl family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Simple and easy online check in
Clean and convenient location

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
P
Pierre couple us
3
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
K
Kurt solo_traveller us
10
Only place I’ll stay in San Clemente
Pros:

How cozy and unique our room was. Truly felt like a mini resort getaway and not like a typical hotel stay

Cons:

That it’s small and every room is a whole vibe

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
N
NATALIA family_with_children us
1
I wish I can be reimbursed or at least get my deposit back.
Pros:

The front desk lady was very nice, and she kindly asked me to pay $100 fee with my credit card upon arrival. The location is great, it's 2-3 minutes walk from the Del Mar street which has free transportation, every 15-20 minutes it takes you straight to the pier and you can enjoy the beautiful ride, you can definitely tip the trolly driver. I love the Fisherman's restaurant at the pier, the food is always fresh and you get to sit on the balcony and enjoy the fresh ocean air. There are plenty of nice boutiques, a decent size public library with the free parking space in the back. Del Mar street looks amazing at night with all the trees decorated with LED lights.

Cons:

My $100 hold fee which was paid upon arrival was never refunded. On top of that, I was supremely disappointed that there was a big water leak from the ceiling above, I was not reimbursed for the stay nor was offered get a discount or a safer room. The light switches glitched because of the water leak. The hotel fees which were paid did not meet my expectations, therefore, I can't call this transaction as a fair exchange of goods and services. I'm still hoping to get my $100 back.
Also, the amount of noise from the restaurant on the top floor was unbearable, this was never disclosed when I booked the reservation, and noise from the foot traffic and dragging the furniture on the floor was unacceptable. I was offered two complimentary cards (which i never used). It offered 2 free alcohol drinks from the restaurant, even though I don't drink alcohol. Can someone help me get my questions answered and get my money back?

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
JOHN couple us
1
HORRIBLE
Pros:

nothing

Cons:

this place was garbage, from the constant HVAC turbulence to the restaurant noise in the kitchen, this place was insanity, and there was only WORTHLESS IDIOT AI communication once we got there, what a horrible experience !!!!

2026-01-13 via Nuitee
G
Giorgio couple us
10
2026-01-11 via Nuitee
K
Kurt couple us
10
Another incredible stay at nomads for me. I’ll be back again soon
Pros:

Amazing well kept property

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-02 via Nuitee
P
Paul solo_traveller us
6
Pros:

Location to multiple restaurants and shops was the best part.

Cons:

I was located directly below the bar/restaurant. I had no warm water during my stay.

2025-12-24 via Nuitee
A
Alfonso solo_traveller us
10
Definitely a great place to stay between days on a work schedule. No frills but very clean and accommodating.
Pros:

Rooms are very clean and affordable. The complimentary drinks are a plus!

Cons:

The floor traffic above the room is loud.

2025-12-19 via Nuitee