Casablanca Inn

Hotels
8.2 (2478 reviews)
1601 North El Camino Real , San Clemente , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Smelly rooms
Needs updating

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Several reviews mentioned smelly rooms and a need for upgrades.
Service
8.7
Most reviews highlighted the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.04
Guests praised the convenient proximity to bars, restaurants, and the beach.
Room Quality
7.49
Comments on the outdated bathrooms and mix of room conditions.
Amenities
8.02
Positive remarks on amenities but some desire for upgrades.
Value for Money
8.48
Overall, guests felt it was a good deal despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
7.53
Mixed feedback on breakfast quality, with some dissatisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.5
Guests had a generally positive experience with some caveats.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 07:51

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Located just minutes from the Pacific Ocean, Casablanca Inn in San Clemente, California offers a range of luxurious amenities. From a year-round heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub to guest rooms with flat-screen TVs and HBO movie channels, guests can indulge in comfort and relaxation.

Artistic Rooms
Each room at Casablanca Inn is meticulously designed for both comfort and style. Featuring artwork by local artists, the temperature-controlled rooms come equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Select rooms even boast balconies with picturesque pool or ocean views, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Convenient Facilities
In addition to the lavish amenities, guests can enjoy a daily continental breakfast, served in the Mediterranean courtyard or breakfast room. The hotel also offers a fitness centre, business centre, BBQ facilities, and laundry services, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay for all visitors.

Experience luxury and convenience at Casablanca Inn - book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Please note: Pets are only permitted in the first floor Queen Room - Disability Access and the first floor King Room - Disability Access.

The hotel is currently undergoing a renovation from January 1st to May 31st. All property amenities will continue to be available during this time. The Casablanca Inn is being transformed into a contemporary boutique hotel with a mix of Moroccan finishings and Old Hollywood charm.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: SNA

Location

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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2478 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 8.7
Location: 9.04
Room Quality: 7.49
Amenities: 8.02
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 7.53
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Richard couple us
7
Dan Clemente was larger than I realized and the streets were strange
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Parking was difficult

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Jeannie family_with_children us
8
Cons:

Did not keep rooms stocked with towels, toilet paper sundries

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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RICHARD solo_traveller us
5
Expected better for price!
Pros:

Patio, outdoor Atmosphere

Cons:

Room was old looking needed work! Had a odor that was not appealing!!
if it was an deodorizer they need to change, odor was like dirty laundry!
Thought it would clear but didn't!!

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Heydi couple us
5
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Cengiz extended_group nl
6
Overprized
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

De kamer was oubollig en best vochtig, kamers hebben een update nodig vooral de badkamer.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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stefania couple it
8
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Yvette extended_group us
8
Pros:

Property was pretty nice the room we had was pretty worn though carpet was stained, bathroom had rust in some areas as well as the tiling and the tub itself was stained.

Cons:

The room just needed to be remodeled and the carpeting was fairly dirty. Corners of the room were a little dirty

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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George couple us
3
Not a place I would recommend
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

The breakfast room was depressing with very little to offer. The hall way carpets were terribly stained. The deluxe room had decent decor but the bed and bedding was substandard. The room was over $400 for the night. This should be a $100 room

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Addie L solo_traveller us
9
It was great! I only needed one night and is exactly what I needed.
Pros:

Friendly attentive pet friendly near the beach. Pool area very nice…

Cons:

Rugs in my room sticky.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Anton couple us
8
Good value for few day
Pros:

Location and price was really good

Cons:

Old and some furniture were torn

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Nikol couple us
7
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Gamarra family_with_children us
4
I expected more than what it was.
Pros:

We like the pool and the location

Cons:

The room had mold and the carpet smelled

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Utkarsh extended_group us
9
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Rachel family_with_children us
7
Pros:

Clean rooms

Cons:

Didn’t have vending machines , but on the website it stated they did.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
M
Melnyk couple us
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Mark extended_group us
7
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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tonydN673KX Couples
2
Bad management or front desk staff
Pros:

We was booked in to be there for the Sunday the 2nd and Monday 3rd August 2026 so we booked up for $152 for the Sunday night and they said they would comp us the Monday night for free as they were doing some remodeling work and construction work so we said ok then on the Friday 31st of July we get a call from saying that they would not comp the Monday night we asked why and we asked had they completed the remodeling and construction work which they refused to answer so we said we would meet them halfway on the price of $152 which they flatly refused so we cancelled both nights i would never book up or give them my money again and yes we have stayed there before

2026-08-04 via Tripadvisor
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Raffaella family_with_children it
7
Pros:

Lo staff, sopratutto la signora della colazione

Cons:

Un po caro per il tipo di struttura (classico motel senza infamia senza lode)

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Elcock1981 Family Jersey, Channel Islands
6
Perfect location to explore San Clemente
Pros:

Let me start by saying if you want more fancy, high end place to stay in San Clemente. Don’t book here. But if you want something that’s on the cheaper end of the scale with a lovely pool area giving you prime location in San Clemente and can compromise on room quality for all the above, then book here. It’s rough around the edges, looks worn and tired in places BUT the room was tidy and clean but you have everything you need , toilet and shower facilities, sink area , TV and a big bed. We had the pull our sofa for our son. It’s all we needed. 10 min walk to a beautiful beach, 10 mins on a free trolley bus service to old town with some amazing places to eat (Nicks and Coastal Cowboy a must , Mimmos in downtown San Diego if you go that far) - just the most beautiful town to stay in. I would come back to the Casablanca as it was perfect for what we needed. Staff was friendly and Betty at breakfast is a superstar! Breakfast is free continental - choice of huge waffle, breakfast sandwich (think Mcdonalds egg and sausage McMuffin) , fruit, yoghurts, oatmeal or avocado on toast. Can’t wait to come back!

2026-07-31 via Tripadvisor
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A9674GTdavep Couples
4
A bloody towel and broken tub outweighed the advantages of this hotel’s location.
Pros:

A bloody towel and broken tub outweighed the advantages of this hotel’s location. We were meeting friends for a quick weekend trip and excited by the quaint pictures and amazing location. Upon checking into our room, my wife opened the bathroom door, and the panel in front of the tub/shower fell off. The panel was cracked and had various bits of tape and Velcro that we assume were from past attempts to attach it to the tub. I immediately went to the front desk and showed the person there, who assured me that he would come and fix it. That never happened, and the tub and all of its parts remained exposed.

We left for the evening. The next morning, after showering, I was horrified to find blood spots on my towel. I had not shaved, and I had no blood anywhere on my body. It was nauseating - and no one should ever have to find blood (BLOOD!) at their hotel. Upon expressing my frustration to a new person at the front desk, I was directed to email a message to the GM without so much as an “I’m sorry for your experience.”

Several days after sending an email, I have not heard from the GM (I waited to post this to see if they would respond).

Add to that - the carpet was sticky, and I don't think anything has been updated since the '80s. It's a shame, because the location is fantastic, and the place obviously held some charm at one point. But it is coasting by on location and limited supply. Had they shown a minimal amount of effort and care, I believe we would have found a spot we'd return to again and again. As it is, we are one-and-done and sharing our warning.

2026-07-30 via Tripadvisor