See all properties

Pelican Inn & Suites

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Pelican Inn & Suites

Exterior
Front of property
Front of property
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
6316 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428
  • Place, Moonstone Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Simeon State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moonstone Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Cambria

Close to the beach.You'll be steps from Moonstone Beach and a 5-minute walk from San Simeon State Park. Cambria State Marine Park and Moonstone Beach Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Moonstone Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nitt Witt Ridge - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pelican Inn & Suites

3-star beach hotel with outdoor pool
Pelican Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Pelican Inn & Suites also features gift shops/newsstands, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cambria hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Pelican Inn & Suites offers 49 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

Beach/ocean view
FogCatcher Inn
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 1,004 reviews
The price is CA $223
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
FogCatcher Inn

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Pelican Cambria
Pelican Inn
Pelican Inn Cambria
Pelican Hotel Cambria
Pelican Inn And Suites
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel
Pelican Inn & Suites Cambria
Pelican Inn & Suites Hotel Cambria

Pelican Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 515 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views, clean walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tye

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property is beautiful and right next to the ocean which is nice but dont leave your parking spot cause it would be gone in 2 minutes. Internet was spotty, pool was heated which was nice but the hot tub was out of order. The website says jacuzzi tubs but the room Jacuzzis dont work. Literally no way to even turn them on. Fireplace was nice, but outdoor firepits would be a nice addition. All in all, we enjoyed our trip, the beach made up for it, but probably wouldn't come back. Extremely limited dining in proximity to hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Monrovia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area very nice room.staff helpful and nice
Across the street
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place Sam the assistant GM is awsome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was very kind & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret, Tehachapi

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet was so loud it could wake the dead , two nights in a row someone took a show and the notice was so loud at 3:30 am for an hour, then the tissue holder full of rust on the bottom and the the silver fish in the bathroom was ti much for me. Because i went though Expedia they can't refund me any money. They did offer to bring us back as VIP guests. No thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was amazing except the hot tub and pool were in separate locations. Hot tub was in the corner of the parking lot. Kind of weird location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara, Eagle Point

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pakou

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love how it's right by the walking trail. Easy and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect , fireplace and balcony. Bathroom was really outdated. Couch not so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wm

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a the most perfect Ocean View from our suite at Pelican Suites! They allow dogs and treat them so well! They were terrific to us in every way! Nice staff! Crisp white sheets! An awesome vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff could have been more friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Clovis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Starting will checkin, Carmen was so sweet and friendly as well as patient in answering questions. The property was clean, quiet and right across from the ocean. The room was quite large and the patio had a partial ocean view. The room coffee was top quality as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The only negative thing I have to say is that the internet is really bad and slow. In this age, internet should be fast and reliable. Other than that it is a nice place to see with awesome views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pillows, however, were awful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the wonderful ocean view from our suite. Downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location - beautiful view and easy beach access. Pet-friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael, Twain Harte

Liked: Staff & service
Needs some updating. It’s a basic older motel. Pool very small. It was fine for one night. It was nice to check in early.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Very comfortable bed

The Pelican Inn was very well kept and the bed was the best I've slept in for a very long time. It was fluffy yet firm. The sheets and comforter were crisp and clean white. The negative would be how loud the mini refrigerator hummed and the lack of text back from front desk. It took until the next day (original text sent at 140pm) for a vague response as to being asked to upgrade the Internet service. And then another question was not answered at all. They also do not seem fond of answering the phone. Why have texting service offered if the staff ignore it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025