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Blue Dolphin Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cambria with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Blue Dolphin Inn, by the ocean, offers a peaceful escape with cooked-to-order breakfast on a sunny terrace. Enjoy free self parking, an electric car charging station, and beach towels for seaside adventures. Helpful staff and in-room WiFi enhance your beachside experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (No pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (No pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Ocean View (No pets)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
6470 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428

What's nearby

  • San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moonstone Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leffingwell Landing - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Moonstone Beach Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mojo’s Village Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Linn's Bakery & Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Pizza - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Blue Dolphin Inn

Hotel by the ocean
Blue Dolphin Inn provides amenities like free cooked-to-order breakfast and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Beach towels
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Dolphin Inn offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Blue Dolphin Cambria
Blue Dolphin Inn
Blue Dolphin Inn Cambria
Blue Dolphin Hotel Cambria
Blue Dolphin Inn Hotel
Blue Dolphin Inn Cambria
Blue Dolphin Inn Hotel Cambria

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Dolphin Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Dolphin Inn?

As of Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Dolphin Inn on Dec 18, 2025 start from $134.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Dolphin Inn located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cambria State Marine Park, San Simeon State Park, and Moonstone Beach. Leffingwell Landing and Moonstone Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Blue Dolphin Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 805 out of 998 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 998 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 998 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 998 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 998 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Clean, warm, right next to the beach,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room with a perfect view of the setting sun.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our our two-night stay. Very comfortable and staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room daily and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, lovely room and good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is across the road from the ocean with a beautiful stunning sunset The room was small but all you need and spotless along with the wonderful pleasant staff Will definitely stay again at the property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. We had a partial view of the ocean. Room not that great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silverna

Wonderful service, great room, beautiful location and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Binay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was quite and the view was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Amenities
Jack was fantastic! We had booked a restaurant and ask Jack what he thought and he advised another that was awesome. The second night as well. The beds were super comfortable. We were worried about not having ac, but that was not a problem at all. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family enjoyed the stay. The breakfast was delicious. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Friendly staff. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

We were pleasantly surprised how nice the rooms and hotel was.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful corner room with excellent view of ocean and sunset
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming room and house. Perfect for opening a window. Cool air and the sound of the ocean. Great amenities. Breakfast ordered the night before. Delivered for family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, very comfy rooms and wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aisling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff beautiful views and the breakfast was great:)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very comfortable room, and a tasty breakfast - all at an affordable price!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

This is our second year staying at this hotel. Its beautiful, comfortable and they dont miss a beat with service. We always stay in an ocean view patio bungalow. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy staff and quiet clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location right across from the beach and convenient for our tour at Hearst Castle! Lovely facilities and room with great breakfast options!! Jack was so very helpful with restaurant and activity suggestions!! We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Staff was friendly and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorable inn! Completely renovated, very quaint, right across the road from an adorable walking path that leads down to the beach, and walkable to an amazing restaurant. Definitely recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025