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    Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

    3.0 (561 reviews)
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    Jennifer D.

    Updated review- may 2025 My husband and I have been coming here with our pets for over 15 years. We love it. It's very relaxing. The rooms are so awesome with fireplaces inside with a view of the ocean. Our dogs love the grass and plenty of room to run around. We love the fire pits and the games outside . This is a wonderful vacation spot.

    Drapes falling down. No screens on the slider.
    Joyce P.

    They are kind and receptive. They all want improvement. Hopefully the ones with the money will come through! Except for rain, our entire visit was lovely.

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    Jim H.

    The view is 5 stars.. the (resort) is 2 stars Needs updating and cleaning. The rooms were like a old motel 6. Old furniture and dirty walls and drapes. A small table but had no chairs to sit around it. Cable tv was from 1980 fuzzy picture and very limited channels. It's up to you now if you want to stay there but you have been warned.

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    Nathan S.

    This was a great experience for us. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The view is fantastic and so is the weather. The location is perfect to enjoy the coast, and there are lots of things to do. The restaurant is nearby, and it is of high quality. There is plenty of parking as well as easy beach access. They do firepits at night, and the atmosphere is spacious and relaxed. The rooms are comfortable and the beds are comfortable and clean. It does get warm in the middle of the night, and the A/C doesn't work, but they do keep a fan in the closet which helps. We kept the windows open, but not much of a cross breeze while sleeping. Overall a great experience.

    View from our balcony

    we had a wonderful stay! the bed was very comfortabl. loved the rocking chairs on the balcony, sat and had coffee in our robes in the morning and wine in the evening listening to the waves. the fireplace was perfect as it got chillly. had multiple meals in the restaurant and loved everyt we got. we will for sure stay here again!

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    Yochanan H.

    I arrived in the evening after traveling all day, and I was exhausted. The clerk immediately gave me the layout of the resort with a map and provided me with a key card and keys to my mini refrigerator with snacks and drinks. Upon entering the room, I did my standard black light to search for critters and stains on the furniture. I found no major issues. Although, I did find several of the windows weren't locked; so please don't overlook the windows. Next, the shower had a heat lamp, which was an added plus when exiting the shower. Many hotels used to have them; however, they're not as frequent anymore. After checking into my room, I noticed a tour bus pulling in. Apparently, they had been sightseeing all day and were back for the evening. The next morning, as I was leaving for work, I noticed a lot of guests had dogs. I'd guess two out of five guests had them. Although I suffer from dog dander allergies, I had no issues, and my room didn't have a pet odor. I've been to hotels with funky dog odors. Next, someone's review mentioned dirty carpets. I had zero issues, but the grounds are heavily traveled, thus the thin grassy area, which is likely a fall/winter issue. Nevertheless, it is the guests' responsibility to wipe their shoes off before walking into the rooms. Seriously, what do you do at your home? They also have a pool, walking paths, massive checkers and chess board games, and three outside firepits surrounded by chairs. I noticed a lot of holes in the ground made by ground squirrels. Although I'm not familiar with the type of squirrel, I couldn't help but notice the abundance of holes--I mean, there were more than the dimples on a golf ball. Two takeaways: stay on the paths, and don't feed them, or they'll multiply like gremlins! Finally, as others have mentioned, the views are gorgeous. If you propel down to the beach area, you must see the sunsets.

    Michelle G.

    There are some amazing positives about this in. Location Location Location. Sitting up fron the beach you can sit on the cliff or walk down the relatively easy trail down to the beach just be careful. Up top you can play chess and checkers. There are 2 fireplaces they light at dusk bring your own marshmallows. Free Parking which is nice considering the room rate. Mini bar in the room with high but not outrageous prices ($6 for a small bottle of wine). Ice by the pool. There are 2 heated pools and one hot tub. There is a decent restaurant on the property. The cons we couldn't get the thermostat to kick on. For the price I paid I had a sliver of ocean view. This place gets packed with families and dogs. Overall a good experience. Everything super clean.

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    Ann C.

    Cavalier Oceanfront Resort has a great view of the sunset. All rooms provide binoculars to see the beautiful view. This hotel has a swimming pool and a jacuzzi. There is also a real wood fire that is lit every night near the beach, just outside the hotel. So you can sit around the fire and relax. Although the weather forecast was not good, we were fortunate enough that during our stay that we were able to see a spectacular sunset. I would recommend it when traveling through San Simeon or Cambria. Because the location is good for hiking and seal or sea lion watching. Moreover, a general store and some restaurants are nearby. And a gift shop and a post office are only one minute away from the rooms. Don't miss out on the restaurant next door as it has the most delicious French toast for breakfast.

    Shamila N.

    One of the Best Trips We've Had! Our stay was truly wonderful from start to finish. The receptionist was incredibly friendly and kind, and all the hotel staff were both professional and welcoming. We didn't encounter a single issue during our stay. The room was spotless, quiet, and cozy, with a stunning sea view that made the experience even more special. The food at the hotel was absolutely delicious and fresh, and the menu prices were very reasonable. Highly recommended - we'd definitely come back again!

    Gnats all over bathroom

    So we tried another attempt after the last debacle. Everything is so green after record rainfall and of course the view is stunning. The compost wood from the fireplace is unbearable. The room was covered with gnats and there is no screen door. To make matters worse my wife and I woke up with ants on us and all over the bed! They sprayed which was horrible smelling and changed the linens and didn't vacuum . An hour later the ants were back! They did the same thing again!! I pointed out they were coming from behind the headboard. We saw them spraying other rooms. The staff was nice but said the bug problem was normal in these parts!!?? This was there best oceanfront$$$ room and it was a nightmare. They need to call in the PROS! We won't be back!

    My hubby

    We loved our room perched on a bluff over the ocean. Worn room but okay. There is a decent restaurant on site which was great Very dark at night. Very enjoyable. Very dog friendly

    The rules for common courtesy.

    The view was awesome, however, we paid a pretty penny for a better room that we could have gotten somewhere else for much much cheaper. The patios allow for the sound of the ocean and what we'd expect, the smell of the ocean. But no. Even though the patios are no smoking, stoners in the room next to us were blazing it up and all we could smell was weed. Nothing against the stuff, but, we don't want to smell like a misdemeanor. The front desk said it's allowed and we couldn't do anything about it. Each time we've come the place has declined. Needless to say, this will be our last visit.

    Bathroom is not like ad

    This is a run down hotel. COBWEBS EVERYWHERE, run down, damaged flooring, stained tile and carpet, smells musty and like smoke inside the room, the bathroom is gross. Nothing like the photos online. I regret booking it and they will not refund me or move my room. Would not stay here if I knew this before booking.

    Kisses and Hugs for a supreme dog friendly vacation!

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    Excellent rooms with views. Great access to the dog friendly beach. Really a nice place to stay for a long weekend.

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    10 months ago

    Amazing clean n relaxing resort great food at restaurant . Beach front . Bonfire . Hotub . Pool are fantastic . Green

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    Beautiful place. Rooms are clean and modern. I love the fireplaces. Not a top end place but homey. I love it.

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    Ask the Community - Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

    Do the rooms have a fridge and microwave?

    There is a mini bar fridge and no microwave. We wanted to heat up some leftovers and were told no microwaves on the premises and to go to the liquor store across the street.

    Do they have Ev chargers?

    No they do not

    Are logs for the in-room fireplace supplied free of charge?

    Yes , fireplace supplies come ready in your room. If you run out ask for more. No extra charge

    Do they have roll away beds available if requested?

    No roll away bed.

    What is the check and check out time?

    On November 27, 2020, our checkout was 11am and check-in is at 4pm

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    Review Highlights - Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

    This hotel is on the bluff with gorgeous views and it's only a 6 min drive to Hearst Castle, which is why we went.

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    Oceanpoint Ranch - All New Oceanpoint Ranch King Guest Room

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    3.3(362 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$
    Free parking
    Free WiFi

    I would go here again solely for the location and the grounds. The room was fine, but nothing…read morespecial. There are so many trails and places to explore nearby, not to mention, access to the beach! We enjoyed the fire pits, although it was difficult to snag one early on in the evening, and the sunset from state park across the road was beautiful!

    We booked what was supposed to be one of the best rooms at this hotel. A private corner cottage…read morestyle room with a fireplace and bathtub, specifically for a quiet, relaxing getaway. We had stayed here before and were really looking forward to the same peaceful experience. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case this time. When we arrived, there was a wedding set up about 20 feet from our room. The music was extremely loud, and we were told it would continue until 10pm. The huge easy up stayed all weekend. It blocked our entire view of anything from our hotel window. That sucked, especially considering we chose this room for its privacy and quiet. We brought this up to the front desk, and while the staff member was polite(ish), he only offered a 7% discount, which felt pretty dismissive given the situation.  It's really disappointing because we know this hotel can offer a great experience, we've stayed before. But this time, it felt like they didn't care about the guests because the wedding was going to bring in more money. If you're considering staying here for a quiet getaway, I'd strongly recommend confirming there are no events happening near your room. We suggest staying at White Water or El Colibri instead!

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    3.4(338 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    NOTE: THIS HOTEL HAS NO AIR CONDITION, CEILING FAN AND TABLE FANS ONLY…read more We found this hotel listed as a 3 star, just a 5-7 minute drive out of Cambria at a reasonable price. The entrance of the hotel was very promising, but it all came down with the experience that followed. We were standing at the desk for 25 mins, no one came to help us check in. In those 25 mins we kept calling, and we could hear the phone ring, but no one answered. From the same room the receptionist came out after half an hour. He had a foul smell coming from that room, although I dont want to comment on what the smell was. After we were provided the room, the room was dirty, there were soiled towels in the bathroom, bedsheets were soiled, and not replaced. When we mentioned this to the receptionist, he provided a different room on the same floor. The room was facing the parking lot, had ONLY A CEILING FAN, A TABLE FAN, AND NO AIR CONDITIONING. One of the bulbs in the new room was not working either, it was flickering the whole time. The sofa was dirty, and stained, and I didnt feel comfortable using it anyways. The only positive of the room was the pressure of the shower, but the spray modes were not working. Overall a very poor experience.

    - Excellent customer service: front desk was very friendly and informative…read more - Nice decor: The lobby was fully decorated for Christmas time. It felt very cozy. There are also lots of books and board games available for use in the lobby! - Quiet Stay: I believe the rooms are soundproofed because we weren't disturbed by any sound from other rooms. - Free Breakfast: although we didn't get to try it because we were busy with....other things lol But I wish we had tried it. It is available 7am-10am! - Free Parking, Coastal Trail behind hotel, beautiful ocean views and surrounding area, Hearst San Simeon State Park just down the road. * We stayed in a Jr. Suite upstairs and loved it! lots of windows for fresh air and nice view, king sized bed, loveseat sofa, fireplace, wifi, large deep tub easily fits two people, standing shower with glass door, room was spacious enough to fit our massage table

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    3.1(136 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Fantastic! I was a little leary based on reviews but we had a great experience…read more We arrived about 9p after driving down from LG & miss Maria had our room passcard ready so check-in was super easy. Our king bed room was largish & clean with plenty of space to move around the bed & furnishings. The wall heater is small but mighty & most importantly pretty quiet. Windows open easily & you can just hear the ocean waves crashing on the beach. The ocean is only 1/4 mile away so you have cold air if you want the windows open. Our king bed was great. Perfectly firm, no low or soft spots at all, & we had a solid lovely sleep. Shower pressure was to be extpected for a small town. You're not going to get a blasting shower but it's not low pressure, it's average & plenty to get showered. It was dark when we arrived but the morning view was beautiful and the ocean is clearly visible when fog isn't preventing it. Businesses close "early" here. If you want to eat out, be here by 7:30. Otherwise eat in SLO or bring something. There is a small place nearby for drinks, pool, & karaoke (on a friday at least) that stays open a little later plus a small store (wine) but nothing is open after 10 and the closest gas station we saw is down in Cambria. We wish we had more time at Sea Breeze & would not hesitate to stay again.

    I'm torn about my stay . The ocean view from my room was gorgeous, and the sound of the waves was…read moreso calming ! The beds were comfy, and the location was a short walk to the beach . But, there were some issues... hair on the pillows , in the shower and a dirty air vent , And, if you need a plastic fork it's $1 Customer service is lacking

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