Blue Dolphin Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Moonstone Beach

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Ocean View/Patio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Parking included
Free WiFi

Explore the area

6470 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA, 93428

Moonstone Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Moonstone Beach Park
‪10 min walk‬
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
‪3 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Very good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Cambria

Moonstone Beach is within a 5-minute walk of Blue Dolphin Inn while other popular sites like Moonstone Beach Park are within a 15-minute stroll. This 20-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

San Simeon State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 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 - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Main Street Grill - ‬2 min drive
‪Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
‪Linn's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪The Spot - ‬4 min drive
‪Cambria Coffee Roasting Company - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Dolphin Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Moonstone Beach

At Blue Dolphin Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.

32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Fireplaces, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

$184 nightly

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Total includes taxes and fees

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

Smoke-free property

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

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

Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11 AM

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Blue Dolphin Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jun 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Dolphin Inn on Jun 29, 2025 start from $204.0, 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.

What is there to do around Blue Dolphin Inn?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Cambria based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach Park. You'll also find San Simeon State Park and Cambria State Marine Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Blue Dolphin Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Blue Dolphin Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Blue Dolphin Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a fireplace and a pillowtop mattress in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Blue Dolphin Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Blue Dolphin Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Blue Dolphin Inn offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Blue Dolphin Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Blue Dolphin Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Blue Dolphin Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Blue Dolphin Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished patio or a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean views.

Blue Dolphin Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family and small children

Apr 30, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family

Mar 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Place to park & charge my plug-in Hybred auto. Building was very nice. Short walk to beach!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Peoria

Mar 19, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Mar 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

This property needs a face lift. Everything was, at one time, leading edge and in vogue (carpeting, not much lighting, heat from the fireplace, etc). Now, it’s just tired. Despite that, it’s a very acceptable place to stay. Be aware there’s no AC. Fans but no air conditioning.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Philip F.

Mar 14, 2025

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

The BD is one of many seaside hotels on Moonstone Beach, a very nice place to stay in general. The room I was in was clean and had a kind-of-an-ocean view (really, only the few rooms on the road have a real view). It was clean, roomy for me (I was alone) and the walk along the boardwalk made my mornings.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Mar 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and breakfast included.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIZA

Mar 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Booked last minute. Ground Room/patio has the view of the ocean but we wish cars/trucks didnt park right by the room blocking the view. Property needs to put a sign otherwise it defeats the “ocean view” and they charge $$ for it. Otherwise, we had an excellent stay. Good location. Nice clean quiet simple room right by the boardwalk. Small property.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Feb 25, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Traveled with family

Feb 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great room and atmosphere

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Traveled with group

Feb 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Perfect Location for Ocean View and Dinning.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silverna

Traveled with partner

Feb 18, 2025

Wonderful service, great room, beautiful location and great breakfast.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Feb 15, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Feb 10, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Feb 4, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Feb 1, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Jan 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Liked everything checked as excellent. The last front desk person had zero personality and was less than friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Jan 27, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marine

Traveled with family

Jan 27, 2025

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

Shelley

Jan 18, 2025

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

Boardwalk surf heaven

This property is listed for adults only. It’s located directly across the street from the boardwalk next to the ocean. A couple very nice restaurants on this row of motels. Highly recommend for a quiet get away.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Jan 18, 2025

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

Cambria Gem

The Blue Dolphin was amazing! Beautiful room, friendly & professional staff, and delicious breakfast delivered to our room. Incredible sunset views around a fire pit, and delicious dinner restaurant within walking distance. We will be returning!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner

Jan 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Had a metal fan in the room just like mine at home. Loved it

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

RAJAN

Jan 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A great place to stop over on the PCH and lovely coastline location

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Traveled with group

Jan 13, 2025

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

Proximity to ocean front and path, views, breakfast/coffee. Excellent recommendations from Jack who was most helpful and welcoming when we checked in.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAJAN

Jan 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a great stay and decided to stay an extra night as the area is so relaxing as peaceful Make it part of your journey if doing the pacific coast drive !!!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with partner

Jan 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Fantastic property - the location is the real sell here, and arguably the best hotel on the front here. My only really recommendation would be breakfast - the choice is limited (effectively just a egg and ham burrito that’s not edible for a European) - perhaps teaming up with the local French bakery to offer some of their fantastic treats would give an option that’s easily added to the choice? Regardless - we don’t come for the breakfast and will come again anyway.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025