Sand Castle Inn

Motel in Seaside

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December 2025

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January 2026

Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Sand Castle Inn (Seaside)

Front of property - Sand Castle Inn (Seaside)

At Sand Castle Inn, you're within reach of Monterey Bay's vibrant atmosphere. Guests appreciate the motel's helpful staff and proximity to shopping, while enjoying amenities like laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, self parking and express check-out.

Very good

Popular amenities

Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (7)

Housekeeping once per stay
Self parking
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
LCD TV

$55 nightly

Dec 22 - Dec 23

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 16 - Dec 17

Tomorrow

Dec 17 - Dec 18

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

280 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

280 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

280 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

280 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Air conditioning

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Dec 17 - Dec 18

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1011 La Salle Ave, Seaside, CA, 93955

What's nearby

Eolian Dunes Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Monterey State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Fort Ord Dunes State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
North Fremont Street - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
Fort Ord National Monument - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 33 min drive
Monterey Station - 17 min drive
Salinas Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
‪Panda Express - ‬3 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Also, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and nearby shopping.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 34 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-in/out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 11.28 per night)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Facilities

1 building/tower

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

LCD television
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Housekeeping once per stay
Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 33.90 (subject to availability)

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night

Parking

Uncovered self parking costs USD 11.28 per night
Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn Seaside

Sand Castle Seaside

Sand Castle Hotel Seaside

Sand Castle Inn Motel

Sand Castle Inn Seaside

Sand Castle Inn Motel Seaside

Frequently asked questions

Does Sand Castle Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sand Castle Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sand Castle Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Sand Castle Inn?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 11.28 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 33.90 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 33.90 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Sand Castle Inn like?

Sand Castle Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 15 minutes' walk from Fort Ord Dunes State Park. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.

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Sand Castle Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Parking was convenient, easy, and well-lit, with many guests appreciating the free parking right in front of their rooms. (14 reviews)
The property is within walking distance to the beach, with some reviews mentioning it's just a 3-minute or 10-minute walk away. (14 reviews)
The property is close to a variety of dining options and restaurants within walking distance. (8 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Room

Bed

Service staff

Location

Bathroom

Restaurant

Beach

Value

Parking

Microwave

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 30, 2025

GREAT SERVICE AND ROOMS ARE CLEAN, BEDS COMFORTABLE AND PARKING IS FREE AND EASY

Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 16, 2025

Friendly staff, clean room, quiet. I would definitely stay here again!

Atiffa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 30, 2025

Great stay! Phenomenal staff! Thank you again!

Penny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 1, 2025

Enjoyed our stay!

The hotel was conveniently located, staff was great and the room was very comfortable.

Brenda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 1, 2025

Super clean rooms, nice front desk managers, close proximity to everything. Highly highly recommend. Especially if you have a child attending CSUMB like I do

Desiree, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 6, 2025

The room was nicer than expected. Great value. Clean and friendly.

Nic, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 17, 2025

good clean place

Bob, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 27, 2025

I really loved the location, perfect for walking around or a quick drive to the aquarium

Katherine, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Nov 4, 2025

Check-in was easy, the room was clean with a large bathroom. There were several nice features - big TV, refrigerator, microwave, toiletries. The one thing that was not acceptable was the location. Noise level (traffic) was loud.

Glenn and Janet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 28, 2025

Very clean & comfortable. Family run. Very nice folks. We stay here fairly often because for the mom & pop roadside variety this one scores high. We’re in town 6-7 times a year so saving on pricey hotels is huge. Plus close to college.

Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 5, 2025

Very clean and comfortable

Tim or sherry, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 26, 2025

The exterior of the property needs to be refreshed, but the room was updated and spotless. There is a fabulous Italian restaurant next door.

Joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 26, 2025

Very clean, comfortable stay

lizbeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 13, 2025

Great hotel for the money. Clean and quiet.

John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 3, 2025

Great location, quiet and clean & renovated rooms.

Krishna Prasad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 23, 2025

Had an amazing stay. Staff was friendly and manger was very nice and helpful since the beginning. The room was exactly what I was looking for within my budget. Area was in a good location.

Jennifer, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 27, 2025

Basic motel. Room clean and comfortable. Nice for the price, I would stay again and recommend.

Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 31, 2025

Traveler

Great service. Love the people that work here. So nice and polite. Always sold out during the week. Make reservations early. Met a nice older couple here ( JoAnn and Charles) we both agreed it was a wonderful hotel.

Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 21, 2025

The property is very well managed and the cleanliness and amenities eased our mind. We did not have to think or be worried about our hotel room as it was very neat and thoroughly cleaned.

Kelvin, 1-night trip