Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great beach location
Clean and beautiful rooms
Cons:
Small parking spaces
Loud/Air conditioning issues
Scented products used

Categories

Cleanliness
9.18
The room was very clean and nice, but issues with hallways needing vacuuming.
Service
9.45
The staff was friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist.
Location
9.99
The location was fantastic, close to beach and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.94
Rooms were clean, comfy, and well-equipped, with a beautiful view.
Amenities
8.47
Some amenities like the shower function and ice machines were lacking.
Value for Money
9.13
Good value considering location and overall experience but slight issues with amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Great food options nearby, but specific on-site dining options not mentioned.
Overall Experience
9.45
A wonderful place for a getaway with great views and staff support.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 09:45

Property Description

Close to the Beach and Pier

Comfortable Suites with Modern Amenities

Convenient Location for Exploring Nearby Attractions

Book now to experience the perfect beach getaway at Sea Horse Resort.

Important information:

Pet Fee is USD 40 per night, per dog - with a maximum of 2 dogs. Dogs must be with you at all times and cannot be left alone unattended in the room.

Please note there is no elevator at the property.

Please note that parking has one parking space and there is a maximum vehicle height for parking at this property. Larger vehicles cannot park here. Please contact the property.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 596 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.18
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.99
Room Quality: 8.94
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 9.13
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Luis solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Lauri extended_group us
10
Pros:

Location was great! Clean. Very friendly welcoming staff

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Kelly solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The location and the room were amazing.

Cons:

The mattress was a little hard.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Christian family_with_children de
8
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Lauri couple us
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Castro family_with_children us
9
Perfect short getaway home away from home!
Pros:

The location is prime!

Cons:

Limited parking

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Jeffrey couple us
10
Very Relaxing!
Pros:

Very clean. Very nice staff. Ideal location.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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michaelvN7223LS Family
2
Horrible Experience
Pros:

We have been staying at the Seahorse Inn for approx 15 years. We love the location. This time was the worst experience we have ever had with regards to service/being able to reach anyone. I am going to keep this brief, parking spot was taken, tried to call no answer, called the emergency contact number no answer, called the Sheriff's department to have the car towed, hotel has to do it. Try to find parking close in San Clemente on a holiday weekend, impossible. Multiple times requested towels, never came, requested toilet paper, never came, requested bed sheets to change our own sheet($400 per night should come with service), brought me only a mattress cover. 3 times walking to office only to find the "back in 5 minutes sign". Good luck, more like 15 to 20 minutes. My stay was over $2100. I will never stay there again! Did I mention the cigar smoker downstairs forcing us to keep out windows closed because the room smelled like smoke? I could go on a lot more......good luck if you choose the Seahorse Inn!

2026-05-26 via Tripadvisor
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Erna family_with_children us
9
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Cheryl couple us
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Barbara couple us
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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sstsauver Family Indio, Greater Palm Springs, California
10
Great place to relax and enjoy beautiful views
Pros:

My husband and I stayed in room 5B, for 5 days. We booked directly on the website. Our room was exactly as pictured on the website. The room was clean, right across the street from the beach, had a beautiful view from the balcony, had a nice retro design, and had the amenities that we needed. We loved the location because we could walk to restaurants, cafés, a convenience, store, the pier, and the beach. The hotel is on the street directly in front of the beach. We did hear some traffic, but it did not bother us. The staff was also very welcoming and attentive. We will definitely be back.

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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joanita couple br
5
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Arlene family_with_children us
10
Highly recommended 10/10
Pros:

This was our family’s first time staying here, and I have to say it was such a relaxing and amazing experience. From the beautiful views to the convenient location and the genuinely friendly staff, everything made this trip a perfect 10/10. Although it was just a short one-night stay, we truly enjoyed every moment and are already looking forward to coming back for a longer visit in the future.

Cons:

There were quite a few stairs to climb to reach our suite, which may be a bit challenging for some. However, I have to say the climb was absolutely worth it—the moment you arrive and see the beautiful view, it makes every step worthwhile.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Susan family_with_children us
8
Very nice clean and comfortable with nice kitchens and great views.
Pros:

Great location, beach is just across the street from the hotel. Room 1 has nice view and lots of space with a good kitchen. Nice for kids.

Cons:

Train noise gets a little tiresome in the Villa Room 1. We didn’t hear it in Room 7. It’s a little spread out for part of one group to be in Room 1 and the rest in 7.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Mary family_with_children us
8
Very comfortable rooms.
Pros:

Location is great across from the Pier.

Cons:

Upon arrival we were given keys to two rooms in the same building. Later that evening I received a call that one of the rooms was given to us in error and that we needed to move out of that room the next morning and move into the other room which was in another building! So we did.
In checking my reservation, I did not know that it booked two rooms in separate building properties.
Suggestion: Reservations should indicate that this company manages various separate buildings and the customer should make sure that reservations for multiple rooms are in the
same building property. It was an inconvenience but the new room was still very nice.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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barbaramR9893GD Couples
6
Quite a disappointment for the $$$--BUT location is lovely
Pros:

Although the location is most lovely, our stay was quite disappointing. I booked several months in advance--it was our wedding anniversary--and requested a specific full, beautiful ocean front room. I provided pictures of the room we wanted to reserve, specifically with full ocean view, and the rates quoted were quite high, so I assumed we had the correct room. Needless-to-say, upon arrival and being given a room in the back of the building with a "partial ocean view" was MOST disappointing. However, Adam was understanding and apologetic for the error that a fellow co-worker made.

Additionally, upon departure, there was no questions asked relative to our stay, and a frown from man when asking for a copy of the receipt for our stay, I would have to say the customer satisfaction overall would be a "1" or "2" rating; the "3" rating is based on the hotel location. For two nights' stay at a cost of $715 is not good value.

2026-03-31 via Tripadvisor
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ChannelChick family_with_children us
4
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Robert couple us
8
Location, location, location!!!!!!
Pros:

The location and the room were amazing!
Great balcony, full kitchen and king size bed. They accommodated our 2 small dogs. We loved hearing the train at night and people watching from our balcony was fun!

Cons:

The exterior of the building needs repair due to termite damage and wrought iron work and paint.

2026-03-29 via Nuitee