Pelican Inn & Suites

Hotels
8.6 (838 reviews)
6316 Moonstone Beach Drive , Cambria , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Amazing views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues reported
Facilities issues in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.36
The bathroom was filthy; the toilet had a ring and mold around jets.
Service
9.33
The staff was accommodating and provided amazing service.
Location
9.87
Great location with amazing views of the ocean and close walk to the beach.
Room Quality
8.82
Lovely room with great views; some rooms need updates.
Amenities
8.35
Toiletries were not well-stocked, but overall good amenities.
Value for Money
8.31
Room quality was not clean; felt overpriced for the issues faced.
Food and Beverage
8.86
No specific mentions; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.93
Mixed feelings due to cleanliness, but enjoyed location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 03:46

Property Description

Oceanfront Views and Unique Decor

Pelican Inn & Suites offers stunning views of the North Pacific Ocean and is conveniently located steps away from Moonstone Beach. Each guest room is uniquely decorated, providing a charming and cozy atmosphere for your stay.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of having a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee facilities in every room. Stay connected with free WiFi and unwind by the fireplace in all rooms. The seasonal outdoor pool and spa pool are perfect for relaxation during your stay.

Nearby Attractions

Explore the beauty of San Simeon State Park just 2 miles away or take a short 7-minute drive to visit the iconic Hearst Castle. With concierge services and a 24-hour front desk, your stay at Pelican Inn & Suites will be both comfortable and memorable.

Book now for an unforgettable coastal getaway at Pelican Inn & Suites!

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 838 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.36
Service: 9.33
Location: 9.87
Room Quality: 8.82
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 8.93
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kevinyv0nnes Couples
10
Vista!
Pros:

Loved the location! Rooms and service excellent!

2026-07-30 via Tripadvisor
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fresnocalif Friends getaway Fresno, California
8
our second stay here...
Pros:

iconic location on moonstone beach drive...this row of hotels is authentic cambria...not much has changed over the years...small updates as needed staying true to original...what we enjoy about this room is the divided living area from the bed area...this is our second year here for 'girls get away'...this year they added a small continental breakfast...there is no elevator to the upstairs rooms which is where you get the ocean view...parking is definitely a challenge here...lot is usually full once sun goes down...if you want the room serviced, you need to request...room has coffee maker, microwave, small refrigerator, and electric fireplace...

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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kenaW5473UM Couples
6
A So So Experience.
Pros:

Room was good size . The room was advertised as Partial Ocean View. You had to go on to the balcony to see the ocean. We stayed three nights and there was only one roll of toilet paper in the room. We had to ask for another roll. There was no body wash in the shower. We had to go ask for that also. Would not go back.

2026-07-26 via Tripadvisor
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encantadasb Family Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California
10
Clean, well run, attractive place right on Moonstone Beach.
Pros:

Clean, well run, attractive place in great location on Moonstone Beach. Easy to cross the street and get on the boardwalk that runs miles along the beach. Limited continental breakfast provided. We were very happy with the place since we had an ocean view room with a balcony. Note that there is no elevator to second floor. Need to be able to carry badges up 20 steps.
One warning, there are very few restaurants and tons of people on Moonstone beach so it is difficult to get dinner reservations. Most of these restaurants are just basic beach restaurants with limited menus and middling food. If you want more, you need to get in your car and go away from the beach to downtown Cambria where there are more and better restaurants.If you have a dog as we did, you need to find a restaurant with outdoor seating that accepts dogs.

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Ojai2019 Family
6
Disappointing Inn
Pros:

The The hotel was disappointing. There was no space to sit outdoors. The advertised "Breakfast Included" consisted of nothing more than baked loaf cake, instant oatmeal, Nature Valley Granola bars and a prepackaged fruit cup. The walls were very thin, allowing sounds from neighboring rooms, such as toilet flushing and showering, to be easily heard. The jacuzzi was closed for our two-night stay and the pool area was very small.

2026-07-23 via Tripadvisor
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Kathy couple us
10
Accessible vacation very relaxing
Pros:

The location is priceless. Renovated not that long ago and everything about the inn is charming and new.

Cons:

The room coffee was not good but the coffee and continental breakfast were excellent

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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David family_with_children at
6
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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henry couple us
4
The stay was ok, but not up to our expectations…
Pros:

Beachfront properties..close to restaurant and beach

Cons:

Room was outdated…gas chimney did not work..so we asked for another room..

…gave us another room that was worse than the first room.should have been compensated for changing to a different room since it was no fault of our own..will not stay here again.ceiling fan was very noisy..also drawers in cabinet would not stay closed for some reason…

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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noel2311 Family Coober Pedy, South Australia
10
First class accomodation
Pros:

Beautiful house , spacious and comfortable.
Obviously kind hosts. High level of extras provided. Coffee pods, snacks, personal hotel style toiletries. Rooms spacious and appealing open spaces . Best Airbnb I’ve experienced!

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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runnerelise Solo travel Los Angeles, California
10
Wonderful Gem on Moonstone Beach
Pros:

My go-to spot in magical Cambria. Beautiful grounds, perfect view of Moonstone Beach, lovely and comfortable accommodations, and dog- friendly. This was my third stay - I’ll be returning soon!

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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G3051IDkathyr Couples
10
Gorgeous
Pros:

This is a lovely sleepy beach town. Moonstone beach is a delight
Miles of boardwalk that is handicap accessible. And waves to ride. Who could ask for more?

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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Sightsee528038 NONE
10
Weekend getaway for a well needed break
Pros:

Our room was very comfortable and cozy. Everything was great at the Pelican Inn. Always a great stay and can't wait to go back soon!

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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Brian couple us
10
Vacation
Pros:

Breakfast was a continental breakfast and the location is fantastic. If I remember correctly, about six years ago, I stayed at pelican and I thought they had a full breakfast back in those days. I don’t know why they don’t have that anymore.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Anurag couple ae
3
Average but over priced
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Value for money, as its over priced considering the leakage in bathroom and some kind of weird smell in the room. Maybe because its old or something, I don’t know.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Nalleli couple us
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple gb
9
Pros:

Was a lovely place and bed was comfy.

Cons:

Had to pay for the water in the room.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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donnagregg007 Friends getaway Barstow, California
10
Awesome Experience
Pros:

We love staying at The Pelican Inn & Suites! The rooms are lovely, the service is excellent, and the location is perfection! Moonstone Beach is just steps away and there are a few eateries within walking distance. Pelican Inn & Suites is a fabulous place to vacation/get away.

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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briandH5514QT Couples
10
Brian and Lori Daniel vacation
Pros:

My wife has never been to Cambria before. She enjoyed the time and the stay at your place as did I and we will be back. Thank you for the enjoyable time. We had staying at your place.

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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lei family_with_children cn
7
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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jamespY8441ED Family
4
Disappointed in condition of facility
Pros:

Disappointed in the condition of the room. Very tired. Needs a major update/refresh.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor