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Sand Castle Inn
2.5 star property

Beach motel in Imperial Beach
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Sand Castle Inn

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Front of property
Front of property
Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View
Apartment Suite with Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
City view from property

Overview of Sand Castle Inn

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Your area essentials

Map
785 Seacoast Dr, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932
  • Popular LocationImperial Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLas Americas Premium Outlets10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSan Ysidro Border Crossing11 min drive
  • AirportSan Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)20 min drive
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Room options

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Apartment Suite with Garden View

Apartment Suite with Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View

Two Queen Beds with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Suite with Ocean View

King Suite with Ocean View | Living room

King Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard King Room

Standard King Room

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Two Queen Beds with Ocean View | View from room

Two Queen Beds with Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 61 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment Suite with Ocean View | Private kitchen

Apartment Suite with Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

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About the area

Imperial Beach

Located in Imperial Beach, Sand Castle Inn is near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Las Americas Premium Outlets and Seaport Village. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Imperial Beach - 1 min walk
  • Las Americas Premium Outlets - 10 min drive
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 11 min drive
  • Hotel del Coronado - 12 min drive
  • Naval Base San Diego - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Ave Trolley Station - 6 min drive
  • San Diego-Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Port Brewing Company - 6 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Jack In The Box - 3 min drive
  • Brigantine - 3 min walk

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Motel by the ocean
Sand Castle Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say good things about the beach locale
Room features
All guest rooms at Sand Castle Inn have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in for incidentals.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sand Castle Inn Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Inn Motel
Sand Castle Inn Imperial Beach
Sand Castle Inn Motel Imperial Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Castle Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sand Castle Inn?

Self-parking is available for USD 10 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sand Castle Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Castle Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sand Castle Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Imperial Beach motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Imperial Beach and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from San Diego Bay. Silver Strand State Beach and Coronado Municipal Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 419 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 419 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 419 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 419 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 419 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Chad

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect property right across from beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marketa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!!! Perfect location across from the beach, easy parking, good food options around, safe area, quiet, easy to walk everywhere, older building but we like that style! We had an issue with our bathroom around midnight and staff was immediately available, ready to help and assist and fix the problem, great communications. We had a great time there and we would come again, happily!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nobody works the front desk, the whole time we're here. Remote communication only, check-in code given over the phone. Didn't get WiFi password until the 2nd day. We only stayed 2 days. The worst thing is we woke up after the first night and realized we didn't have any towels in the room. No front desk person to ask for towels. When we finally got caught up with the cleaning lady, we asked for towels, we got no apology for not having any towels. She spoke perfect English just in case anybody's wondering. Shower had no pressure and barely gets warm. There were some OK things, but do you really want to hear them at this point?

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect location, directly across from the ocean. Great to walk to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleased with the quaint little apartment; it had a full-size stove! Right across from our peaceful Pacific! No host check-in was convenient and quick. Definitely will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024