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Blue Dolphin Inn

6470 Moonstone Beach Dr., Cambria, CA 93428
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Thousand Oaks, California
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Spent the weekend there and never wanted to leave. Staff was so friendly and helpful and made us feel so special. Always love staying at The Blue Dolphin and can't wait to go back again! Gorgeous room, breathtaking view, excellent service, wonderful location. All in all, a perfect spot for a weekend getaway.

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Inn was situated literally across the road from the boardwalk. Very friendly & welcoming reception staff. The whole inn was spotlessly clean with spacious room. Considering the breakfast was a "picnic" style, we were very impressed with the standard & variety available.

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Stayed there for Thanksgiving 2012! The best digs ever not to mention some beautiful weather. Going back this summer! Excellent staff...beautiful scenery....can walk to eat your meals or grab a cab for $$ into Cambria. A "DON'T MISS" if you love the central coast. Great moto trip to Big Sur for lunch was outstanding!

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Ottawa, Canada
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This little inn is right across the street from the ocean. It is modern and the staff is very helpful. Upon our arrival there was fresh tea, coffee and water in the lobby and home made cookies in our room. The room was lovely and large with a gas fireplace and large screen tv. A gorgeous bath and amenities, complementary... More

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Calgary, Canada
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We have returned to this quaint beach Inn annually since discovering it several years ago. The totally unexpected village of Cambria emerges as you turn west off the main hwy in Central Coast California as the water, sun and sand rise up to greet you to Paradise...the spectacular sunsets here are to die for. And, as if this was not... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I would strongly recommend this Inn. The accommodations were wonderful, the staff very helpful, and the location was the best. It’s walking distance to some good restaurants and short ride to additional restaurants or entertainment if you are looking for variety. Situated across the street from the beach where you can bring your fabulous picnic breakfast which the Inn provides... More

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Westlake Village, California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We had the center of three lovely king size rooms that share the large patio on the front of this Inn. It had a beautiful ocean view right across the street to Moonstone Beach. No surfers this time. We spent one night in April to break up a long drive from Napa to Westlake Village. The room is clean and... More

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Chelmsford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

After a amazing drive down Highway 1 got to this hotel and couldn't believe how lovely it was, from the welcome we got to the fantastic room we really enjoyed our stay. It has all the room facilities of a 5 star hotel.

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Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

We sadly only stayed for one night, and wish it could have been longer. We stayed in the Saldana Bay room which is on the upper floor at the front. The sea views were beautiful and you could hear the waves crashing on the beach. The room was very spacious, clean with lovely bath robes, slippers, coffee machine etc. The... More

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Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

We don't have anything bad to say about this place. We got a room with ocean view and bottom level so we had a huge patio to relax on. The sunset view from the patio is perfect. The staff was overly accommodating. We were a bit worried at first b/c the hotels in Cambria are seperated by the street running... More

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What travellers say

  • Ocean views(19)
  • Hearst castle(16)
  • Moonstone beach(15)
  • Picnic breakfast(9)
  • Would definitely stay(5)
  • Elephant Seals(5)
  • Flat screen TV(4)
  • Very nice(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Very helpful(3)

Additional Information about Blue Dolphin Inn

Address: 6470 Moonstone Beach Dr., Cambria, CA 93428
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Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > Cambria
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in Cambria
#2 Family Hotels in Cambria
Price Range: £££
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Family owned and operated, The Blue Dolphin Inn is located on Moonstone Beach Drive where the "Sea meets the Pines."The Inn offers cozy rooms, all with comfortable king or queen beds and fireplaces. In room amenities include European blend coffee and Dorothy Prentice bathroom amenities. In the morning you will enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast and in the afternoon tea, cookies and sparkling cider. Be sure to take advantage of our California vacation packages. ... more   less 
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