Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente

Hotels
Hampton Inn
8.6 (360 reviews)
2481 South El Camino Real , San Clemente , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Overpriced parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Multiple mentions of uncleanliness such as wet carpets and hair.
Service
9.6
Positive mentions about staff being courteous and helpful.
Location
9.1
The hotel is conveniently located close to the beach.
Room Quality
8.1
Room quality mentioned as old and some issues with smoke smell.
Amenities
8.6
Breakfast was well received; however, parking was a negative point.
Value for Money
7.6
Complaints about overcharging and expensive parking.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Breakfast selections were praised but some value concerns exist.
Overall Experience
9.1
Mixed reviews with some highlights, but significant issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 07:24

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
The Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente offers a range of luxurious amenities, including an outdoor heated pool, a spa, and a free hot American breakfast buffet.

Convenient Location
Situated just 1 mile from San Clemente State Beach, guests can easily access the beautiful beach as well as nearby attractions such as Trestles Beach and Del Mar Avenue's antique shops.

Comfortable Accommodations
Guests can enjoy comfortable stays in the hotel's rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, refrigerators, and microwaves. The signature Cloud Nine beds ensure a restful night's sleep.

Experience luxury, convenience, and comfort at Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente. Book your stay now to enjoy all that this charming town has to offer.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SNA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 18 per day.

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 360 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Frank solo_traveller us
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2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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USNAVYCGN9 Family
2
Be Aware
Pros:

We had left jewelry in room after checking out came back within 2 hrs after calling front desk to find it gone, the room had not been cleaned yet, but bedding was om dresser. They checked with housekeeping to no avail. Filled out the questioner they sent with all the details, heard nothing back then contacted Hilton corporate, still have not heard back from anyone. Being there was only a two hour window I would think they could review the card access and CCTV in hallway to see who entered the room and follow up with them. After this experience I will be reluctant to stay at any Hilton property. Be aware if staying at thas property.

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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Shorr couple us
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I want my money returned due to unsatisfactory conditions.
Pros:

They misrepresented the hotel with newly renovated rooms. The entire hotel was still being renovated. No breakfast other than a bag with a few things. Gym, pool closed. Construction truck in the parking structure.

Cons:

Everything

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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mep516 Family
4
Wedding Weekend - Not A Hilton Standard
Pros:

Stayed here for our wedding weekend. We stayed while hotel was under rennovation. We were told there would be no renovations during our stay when we originally booked. I had a block of 22 rooms + some that booked outside the room block.

Days before the wedding the ones outside the room block gets cancelled. Management never gives me a call back to address these issues. When asking for a person in charge at check in I was told they would call me - never did.

There was safety concerns as well - front desk was giving room keys to rooms without identification checks. It happen many times in the 2 days we were there.. I've seen it first hand.
Someone in my own room block had been checked into someone else room as well.

One of my rooms I booked didnt have power to the living room and they only extended 20% off which is not acceptable. We found out late at night after our wedding and was told thats best they can do.

I worked for Hilton and managed two properties and also spearheaded renovations so what they did is not right.

I wouldn't recommend anyone having a wedding or event in San Clemente to stay here. They may sound nice over the phone but once they have your money they disregard you. The price was may be really good but have to remember you pay what you get.. meaning poor service and headaches.

You are better off staying in Dana Point and making that 10-15min drive if you want to stay at a Hilton property.

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
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sarabO9883EZ Couples
2
Construction nightmare!
Pros:

The hotel is under construction and the noise level is deafening. The pool Jacuzzi and gym are closed and the elevator is working intermittently.

We went elsewhere!

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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Joseph couple us
7
Remodeling going on.
Pros:

Water not hot and heater not working properly.

2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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Keith couple us
9
good nights sleep
Pros:

ok more fruit

Cons:

elevator indicator lights did not work.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Joy couple us
5
Pros:

Rooms were nice.

Cons:

Charged extra for parking when already over priced rooms.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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alice family_with_children it
7
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Valerie family_with_children us
6
Decent and clean but old and not well decorated.
Pros:

Liked the breakfast and having a suite with 2 tv’s

Cons:

AC in room didn’t work properly. Ice machine on our floor was broken. Spa by pool not working.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Mairs solo_traveller us
4
This was another disappointing Hilton experience
Pros:

The bed was nice.

Cons:

The TV in the bedroom did not work. I could not get room temperature above 66. There was only decaffeinated coffee, no sugar or creamer in the room. The only eggs at breakfast were hard boiled. I did get a 15% discount and a free bottle of water and a bottle of milk.....big whoop.
The last time I stayed at this location there was fecal matter stain in the toilet. THIS is not what I expect from the Hilton.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Kathryn solo_traveller us
10
Great Stay!!
Pros:

Nice getaway close to home! Although our room’s ocean view window was right above the freeway, we NEVER heard any traffic noise!

Great ocean front views. However, rooms with the balcony are on the North side of the hotel, overlooking the Community Golf Course.

Really great staff!!!
Really good breakfasts!!

Cons:

Didn’t like paying $22/night for parking. The parking accommodations are not that special to warrant the extra charge.

2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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wendyrX9654MK Couples
2
Awful
Pros:

Awful. Avoid! Dark dingy smelly.
Pictures on website are not of hotel in its current state! Plus we walked into a room that had someone else in it as the bookings were messed up v v disappointed.

2025-12-30 via Tripadvisor
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Andrew couple us
7
Cons:

There was hair on the soap holder

2025-12-29 via Nuitee
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Rocha couple us
5
2025-12-06 via Nuitee
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sujayan solo_traveller ae
10
I sincerely appreciate it. I just had the pleasure of visiting Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente.
Pros:

The breakfast was delicious! Everything was amazing, and they had a wide range of selections, from fresh fruit and many to a complete American-style buffet. Even though the location was great and ideal for my needs.

Cons:

I have nothing negative to say; everything went really well. In particular, the hotel staff is really courteous, always smiles, and is upbeat when I ask for something.

2025-11-26 via Nuitee
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Juan carlos couple mx
9
Agradable
Pros:

Un buen desayuno

Cons:

Sin comentarios

2025-11-26 via Nuitee
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isabel family_with_children us
10
2025-11-25 via Nuitee
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Jacob solo_traveller us
1
Booked 3 rooms for $333.78 and was told I booked 4 and was overcharged $588.02 total
Pros:

The location only

Cons:

I was charged way more then for what I booked and front desk didn’t even seem to want to help me they just said call booking.com

2025-11-22 via Nuitee
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Sinaloa couple us
10
2025-11-20 via Nuitee