9415 Hearst Dr., San Simeon, CA 93452, United States
#3 of 11 hotels in San Simeon
Guests' ChoiceBased on 946 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.0
Staff
8.8
Value for money
7.6
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 August 2025
Sheri
United StatesRoom was stuffy and hot during the day. No way to cool it down. Opening the windows helped a bit. Bathroom fan rattled loudly every time one turned on the light which was annoying in the middle of the night. I think we got one of the older rooms.
Beautiful grounds. Outstanding view. Easy parking. Very nice staff. Room was clean. Easy to get to. Loved the fire pit at night.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Jerry
United StatesHot tub closed too early, at 9:00 p.m. Had to make multiple complaints before an issue was resolved with a neighbor who kept smoking on their balcony. The main grounds are very barren. More drought tolerant vegetation would have been nice.
Beautiful views from the room and around the property. Fire pits along the bluff were a nice addition for the evenings. Front desk staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Jacqueline
United StatesI didn't like that to get to the pool I would have to walk in the cold...no area to change next to pool. Not enough fire pits. Bed was hard. Rooms were dated.
I liked the location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Robert
United StatesVery good location. It was quiet, spacious, and comfortable.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Wayne
United StatesMy room was nearest the office. The stairs going to the second floor was situated in line with my front door. Couldn't leave the window open. Room dated. No microwave.
No need to cross the street. Access to the beach was good. Enjoyed the evening fireplaces (3). The restaurant offered reasonably priced items, which were in large portions.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Robert
United KingdomRestaurant was very busy and a bit of a wait as servers struggled with demand but good service
Great ocean views
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Elizabeth
United StatesNo air conditioning and snacks were expired
Location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Barker
United StatesBeds were hard
Beautiful views. Easy check in and out. Restraunt on site
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Joe
United Statesthe change the price
nice
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Juan
United StatesAlways a great stay at the cavalier
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Julia
United StatesProperty was a little old and run down
Beautiful views, fireplace in room, firepits to gather by at night, friendly staff, clean room
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Markus
AustriaNo real privacy, facilities are older
Stop in between SFO and LA. Location was ok - my favorite were the sea elephants and otter spots that are both nearby.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Heather
United StatesNeeds air conditioning
Great location Nice rooms
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Ed
United StatesAll good
The rooms were isolated from the rest of the hotel which was nice for extra privacy. The rooms had a great fireplace and a deck with a view to the ocean. Would recommend.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Ana
United StatesWe had almost no functioning WiFi while we were in our room and the TV reception was poor from our room. We were told that the WiFi issue is unusual but it persisted for the two days we were there. Because of WiFi issue we couldn’t order room service first night, which we really wanted to do (could not open QR code). Hard copy of menu might have helped.
We loved the location, the view from our balcony. Lovely sunset viewing from balcony or seats around the property. The beach was nice for beach combing and relaxing. The room had everything we needed and was clean. There were nice robes and fresh clean linens. Staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Catherine
United StatesNo AC, but cool weather Flashing bright light on CO detector all night long
The location and the view Left a bottle of sparkling wine for us upon arrival Housekeeping folded towel in pretty shape Restaurant room service! Was like a cruise
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 July 2025
Amy
United KingdomDated interior
Ocean views and good location. Reception staff were very friendly and happy to assist with queries.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Steve
United StatesRooms are dated
Ocean View was nice
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Regine
United StatesIt was really nice. I would only recommend an update to the restaurant, but It wasn't a "dislike" just, I think some people would complain due to cost vs other restaurants.
The room was spacious, clean, and had a beautiful view of the ocean. There was a large balcony with chairs and a table for a comfy place to enjoy the view as well. The bathroom was also very large and well-appointed with nice toiletries. The staff were very attentive and friendly. On the grounds were 3 or 4 fire pits that were lit at sunset and guests gathered to enjoy a warm place to enjoy the view and meet new friends. It was really fun. The weather was a bit blustery and chilly, but we came North from the heat of L.A., so it was a welcome change, Remember to pack lots of warm clothes, even in the height of summer!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 4 July 2025
William
United StatesEnjoyed oceanfront room. Staff was very helpful, friendly, and kind.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 July 2025
Rick
United StatesCarpet was very dirty
The front desk staff was wonderful. Roxy
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 June 2025
Denise
United StatesRooms could use a bit of renovation. A bit data for the cost
The Ocean view was beautiful.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Rudy
United StatesFor the second time in 6 stays, a hotel worker just walked in our room while a female was alone
Location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Julia
United StatesOlder property so don’t expect new! Had a huge glob of hair in our shower, it took a bit of back and forth but management took care of the issue and comp’ed us some stuff which was appreciated.
Right on the ocean edge, could hear it from the room.
Stayed in May 2025
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