About this property
Located 4.5 km away from Hearst Castle, Sands by the Sea Motel guests have access to the pool at Cavalier Oceanfront Resort. All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi. Free guest parking is also offered. All rooms include a flat screen TV with satellite and cable channels, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Ironing facilities are also available. Select rooms include fans. A 24 front desk is available to guests of the Sands by the Sea. A business centre is also provided. San Simeon State Park is 3 km away from this motel. W R Hearst Memorial State Beach is 7 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Guest reviews
Categories:
Select topics to read reviews:
Guests who stayed here loved
- Rajesh
Australia
“Excellent view. Fire on the beach while watching sunset was worth the stay. 5 stars” - Jolita
Luxembourg
“You can use the facilities of Cavalier hotel with the pools, nice area by the sea etc.. views are amazing, just in front of the beach !” - Anze
Slovenia
“Perfect location, outdoor hot spa jacuzzi, bonfire places” - Ruth
United Kingdom
“very spacious room, disabled shower though floor very slippery once wet from shower. Fire pits made the stay we loved watching the sunset by the fire.” - Elaine
United States
“Everything was great except that our room had a noisy heater so that made for a rough night of sleep. The room was spacious, easy parking, good access to great ocean views at the sister hotel. Would recommend.” - Milan
Czech Republic
“Location close to Hearst castle and next to sea. Good restaurant in sister resort.” - Douglas
Australia
“Location - close to Hearst Castle and seal rookery viewing area” - Mk
South Africa
“The room was spacious and the beds were very comfortable. The hotel is very close to Hearst Castle and along the beautiful California coastline. We were very happy with the price and our stay.” - Raul
United States
“Our room was cozy and very clean. You could hear the ocean if you get a room with the ocean view.” - Francesca
United Kingdom
“The room was very big as well as the toilet. Very cleaned”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Cavalier Coastal Kitchen
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.








The fine print
All guests staying at the Sands by the Sea Motel will receive a confirmation message from the Best Western Cavalier Inn San Simeon about their stay.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.