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Sand Castle Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Imperial Beach motel

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Queen Studio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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785 Seacoast Dr, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932
  • Imperial Beach
    1 min walk
  • San Diego Bay
    3 min drive
  • Silver Strand State Beach
    6 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    20 min drive

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One Bedroom Queen Suite Oceanview

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard King Room

Standard King Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom King Suite Oceanview

Deluxe One Bedroom King Suite Oceanview

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

Two-Bedroom Suite with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Apartment Suite with Ocean View

Apartment Suite with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Futon

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Deluxe Queen Studio Suite Garden

Deluxe Queen Studio Suite Garden

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Apartment Suite with Garden View

Apartment Suite with Garden View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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

  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Studio

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

Deluxe Queen Studio Island Suite Garden

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Imperial Beach

Walk to the beach.Stay at this Imperial Beach motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Imperial Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of San Diego Bay. Silver Strand State Beach and Coronado Municipal Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Imperial Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • San Diego Bay - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Las Americas Premium Outlets - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 13 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Palm Ave Trolley Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tin Fish Imperial Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Panchos Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sand Castle Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Imperial Beach motel
Sand Castle Inn offers its guests a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-in. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Imperial Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Sand Castle Inn offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

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 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Sand Castle Inn.
  • 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

Sand Castle Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 445 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 445 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 445 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 445 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 445 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Monica

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Vitalina

Travelled with family
Dirty hotel, no office to help. Broken fan, everything old
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Serena

Travelled with family
2/10. Not the best experience for family.
There's bo lobby or check-in area. They texted a code that didn't work, and it took SEVERAL calls and texts (over 20mins) to get ahold of someone. Was missing a lot of essential. To name a few - no ice, no hair conditioner, no ac units, etc. There was no screen in one of the windows to the bathroom and an alley way that seemed fairly unsafe. The front door didnt latch fully. No cleaning up during the stay so the amount of sand was insane. Lastly, the water was hot and we couldnt get it to just be cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carri

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate that it was a contactless check in process and the location to the beach was right across the street. There are also plenty of dining options available and convenience stores around for last minute items. The local bus service also stops in font of the location in case you want to see a little more of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria del Carmen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Salvador

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Better then sleeping at the Walmart parking lot…
Building needs regular maintenance on the second story balcony, walkway. I highly recommend that they tackle the railings on the staircase and fix the corrosion on them. Also, can they be more upfront about the additional credit card charges???
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick beach trip
While the room was updated and clean there was two bath towels but no wash cloth or hand towel. There was a Kleenex holder on the table but no Kleenex in it. Took a while to sign in to Wi-Fi, then it didn’t work. I had to take the coffee maker in to bathroom to plug in because the cord was to short to reach the plug where it was. Or I could have put it on the floor to use. Location is great, the shower was new and clean, good choice of bed pillows. The room is very small, but it was just me so not a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dave

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no housekeeping on site had to call or text for fresh towels and bedding and then wait until they decide to deliver them....got locked out of our room because the pin pad did not work we had to stand in the cold wind for half an hour before the door was unlocked because nobody is on site....there was construction going on the entire time we were there
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Archie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little hotel located across the street from the beach. Parking is a little cramped
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel
It was just right for the price looking toward a park at the beach. Check in was difficult, as no one was there with no office. Bed comfortable, remodeled, nice view and nice little patio outside our door. Walking distance to everything on Imperial beach proper.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great beach hotel
Check in was easy, our room was nice and clean, location was fabulous. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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?

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

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