Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Hotels
8.5 (1668 reviews)
6700 Moonstone Beach Drive , Cambria , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Heating
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Limited amenities
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Some reviews mentioned dirty showers and floors, indicating cleanliness concerns.
Service
9.55
Multiple reviews praised the helpful staff and quick responses to issues.
Location
9.59
Several reviews highlighted the great location near the beach.
Room Quality
9.04
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable, though some had minor issues.
Amenities
7.57
Limited amenities available, with complaints about lack of food options.
Value for Money
8.03
Some guests felt the rates were too high for the amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
7.08
Several guests noted dissatisfaction with breakfast options and overall food offerings.
Overall Experience
9.05
Despite some issues, many guests had a positive experience overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 02:01

Property Description

Beachfront Relaxation
Experience a serene getaway at Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach, just 4.8 km from Cambria town center. Unwind in our spacious rooms with in-room fireplaces and enjoy the convenience of free WiFi.

Outdoor Pool Oasis
Take a dip in our outdoor heated pool or stroll along the beautiful Moonstone Beach just steps away. Our 24-hour reception and gift shop ensure all your needs are met throughout your stay.

Nearby Attractions
Explore nearby attractions like Harmony Cellars Winery, Hearst Castle, and Piedras Blancas Lighthouse, all just a short drive away from our beachfront hotel.

Ready to escape to Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach? Book your stay now for a relaxing coastal retreat.

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

8.5
Based on 1668 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 7.57
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 7.08
Overall Experience: 9.05
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LWMNash • NONE • Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
8
Right next to the ocean.
Pros:

Rooms are bigger than at most motels. Boardwalk along the bluffs easy to access. You can walk to the nearby restaurants. Pricey but you are paying for easy access to the shoreline. Fully worth it for that!

2026-08-08 • via Tripadvisor
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D7460QQthomase • NONE • Indio, Greater Palm Springs, California
10
Nice lodging at Moonstone beach
Pros:

Cambria is a nice little town. It's very convenient to Hearst Castle which is a must see. The Fireside inn is comfortable and steps from the beach.

2026-08-06 • via Tripadvisor
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jennymE8265HH • Couples
2
Given Downgraded Room and Gaslit
Pros:

We were very disappointed with this hotel. We booked king size room and were given a queen size bed. While checking in, they couldn’t find the key to our room and kept asking if we were part of “Amber’s party”. We assume they gave our room to other people who wanted to be next to each other. Upon my husband going to the office to tell them we were not in the room we booked, they insisted the bed in the room was a king and would not do anything about it. There was no apology for putting us in the wrong room. We have a king size bed at home for reference. Later that evening, we found a tape measurer and confirmed the bed was in fact a queen.

The next day, my husband went back to the office (next door to the queen size room we were given) and was told we would receive a $50 refund per night for the incorrect room and they couldn’t give us the correct room because they were fully booked up. Later that afternoon, I received a knock on the door to tell me that they couldn’t refund us at all because we book through American Express. We were given a $30 bottle of wine and a postcard for our troubles.

Additionally, the included breakfast (pastries) was completely gone by 8:30am both days we visiting.

Not worth almost $800 for a weekend. I would not recommend staying here unless you enjoy being gaslit by poor customer service representatives.

2026-08-02 • via Tripadvisor
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helencV1145BO • NONE
10
Perfect Experience!
Pros:

Wonderful facility. Clean and well-furnished. Great location! Right at the beach! Watch the ocean while drinking coffee on your patio! Friendly and helpful staff!

2026-07-26 • via Tripadvisor
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patriciabK9485MT • NONE
6
Nice Enough, But Not Great
Pros:

Great location and friendly staff but not worth the high price. Breakfast starts late, no protein options and coffee is not a priority. The beach boardwalk across the street is phenomenal.

2026-07-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Koulla • extended_group • gb
8
Wonderful setting, location, accommodation. Recommend
Pros:

The bedrooms are beautiful

Cons:

Poor breakfast offering - not continental at all. Disappointing

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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cachristophe • Family • Washington DC, District of Columbia
10
The perfect stay in Cambria
Pros:

This is the perfect place to stay in Cambria. Right on the water allowing us to explore the rugged coastline. Clean, quiet, and nice continental breakfast. We will return.

2026-07-22 • via Tripadvisor
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Thomas • solo_traveller • at
5
Pros:

Grösse des zimmers

Cons:

Lautes pumpengeräusch..Kühlschrank laut...Frühstück eine Katastrophe

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • family_with_children • be
8
Clean, large and comfortable rooms at a great location
Pros:

Loved the rooms! Loved the location

Cons:

The shower was a bit worn down, but very clean. The breakfast selection was quite limited

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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johnnO117MW • Family
4
Bad Breakfast
Pros:

The room was clean. Breakfast was a joke. At 8:30 AM, there were some small pieces of cake left, and that was it! Ridiculous! All for $360! Not worth it.

2026-07-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Passenger39739803723 • Couples
10
Very comfortable and relaxing
Pros:

The staff was very helpful and the rooms are nice size and very comfortable

2026-07-19 • via Tripadvisor
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weiser • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Linda • family_with_children • nl
8
Pros:

Prima voor een nachtje. De bedden lagen heerlijk. Leuk om een terrasje voor de deur te hebben..

Cons:

Beetje gedateerd en het ontbijt was niet meer dan een appel en stukje cake, maar je kan overal lekker ontbijten..

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Shreyas • extended_group • au
9
Pros:

Free breakfast
Location was good
Friendly staff
Great value for price

Cons:

Couldn’t tell if fireplace could be turned off

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
Perfectly appointed rooms, friendly staff, and proximity to the beach couldn’t have been better!
Pros:

Fantastic stay! Exceeded our expectations!

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • extended_group • us
10
Fantastic all around.
Pros:

Staff, cleanliness, location, breakfast

Cons:

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2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Rolandas • family_with_children • lt
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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alfilika • NONE • Jakarta, Java
6
Nice view but no AC
Pros:

Location is good, right on moonstone beach. it is a transit hotel for us coming from carmel to LA. the room is very nice and spacious but no AC, fortunately we arrived at night, so we just keep the patio door open for the whole night.
Be careful of the pricing of the hotel too, i booked 2 months ago and it cost 450 usd and i decided to add extra room on the day of the check in and it cost half.

2026-07-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Jean-Baptiste • family_with_children • fr
6
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Taylor • couple • us
8
What a cute, quaint property with a solid location near the ocean. Just had some really mild negatives that didn’t effec
Pros:

Great location at moonstone beach plus lots of parking. Room was pretty big and loved having a fireplace too. Even though we couldn’t get it to fully turn off - a small blue flame continuously was there. But we really loved that it was dog friendly which was a big factor on staying here!

Cons:

Our tv wouldn’t work, there was something wrong with the connection/accessing any channels or streaming services. We didn’t opt for assistance because it was only during bedtime that we tried to use it. The hallway entry doors slamming was a little bit bothersome. Checked out the breakfast our first morning and it was ok.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee