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    Picture window facing beach
    Helene M.

    Very pleased with our stay. Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Room was pristine. We were well stocked with coffee, lotions, makeup removers, soaps, shampoos and body wash. We were in Room 201; king bed, corner room. The room had a large picture window facing the ocean. The Inn is not located on the beach. It is about 1/4 of a mile. We would definitely stay here again here.

    PincheWeda G.

    I was nervous about staying here with all the bad reviews on google and here. We had an amazing stay! The room was super clean. The staff in the lobby were so nice. When we needed more towels/ect because we stayed 3 nights they were on top of it and so friendly. The bed was comfy. The chairs are great! The bathroom was clean. The parking lot was clean. And u cant beat how close you are to the beach and the Chowder Shop! Thanks for the great stay .

    Dresser and television
    Jeannie N.

    Very nicely renovated inside. Right on the beach. Price is great off-season booked online for $68 a night. I do have to say I don't know if I could stay here multiple nights. It is extremely noisy. I'm not sure if the people upstairs are jumping, walking, doing pole dancing. But it is very noisy. I can hear everything upstairs and I can hear everything in the parking lot. I would say easy fix with some ear plugs but then how are you going to hear your alarm that tells you you have to get up in the morning to go to an event? Amenities I would say there are none. Super stoked there is a refrigerator in the room. Television looks nice. It doesn't have a guide or anything like that but they did nicely give a channel listing. Super bummed that the bathtub does not actually seal so you can't actually really take a bath. But other than that the water pressure was very good. And a long-haired person like myself likes good water pressure. We will have to see how this continental breakfast is. The lady at the front desk did not really rave on what there might be. Although there will be hopefully coffee. The mini coffee maker in the room doesn't look the cleanest. Now to sit and chill. But I have to say if that person out in the parking lot doesn't stop banging whatever they're banging I am going to have to go out there and pretty please ask them to stop. They have been banging something in the parking lot outside the door for over an hour. I can't believe the lady sitting at the front desk not even 50 feet away hasn't even gone out and said could you please stop It's 9:00 at night.

    Stairs among other things were a bit dirty.
    Cynthia Erika B.

    I really had mixed feelings about whether to rate this place three or four stars. From the outside, it looks pretty nice... It has a fresh coat of paint, and a possible recent remodel. Being about a block from the beach, it seems like the perfect spot to be. There was some aspects that made me feel a little unsettled. There were areas of the hotel that were dirt dirty (not just rundown or unkempt), and when I first entered my room, I spent a good five minutes doing pest-control and killing several bugs and mosquitoes that had somehow found their way inside. You could barely see the beach, even from my suite, and little things weren't done--like the previous occupants' ice bucket not being dumped-- that made me feel like I couldn't reallllllly trust this place. Plus, the laminate floors and stucco ceiling made it so that I could hear *everyone* in the hotel. The reason why I really wanted to give this place four stars was because of the *excellent* customer service I received in the lobby. The concierge was distinguishably professional, and more helpful then I could have imagined! The suite that I was upgraded to was ample, and had a kitchenette which came in handy!

    Karla S.

    Honestly, for a hotel "on the beach" at $100/night for a Mother's Day weekend, we're pretty happy. Hotel is conveniently located "two blocks" from town on the main drive. Take a left at scoopers and there's a driveway right next to the arch for parking. Rooms look recently updated. New vinyl plank flooring in the entryway and bathroom and new carpet in the remaining living area. Fixtures and most furniture appears to be new or newer. We booked 3rd party but check-in was a breeze. Continental breakfast looks pretty simple. Waffles, cereal, coffee, some danishes. If you need a hot breakfast, they do have kitchen rooms or you can choose to go elsewhere for breakfast. It's a quick, short walk to town and scoopers on the corner doubles as a market if you need to furnish your room with any refreshments. Remember: You don't come to the beach to sit in your room.

    Matt M.

    Decent place to stay nothing fancy. No pool but cheapest room we could find. A little pricey for the lack of amenities but like I said cheapest room we found. Close to beach and town. Looked like it was upgraded recently but a few minor details were missed

    Room 110...no idea why this was like this-paint on the door,sink and floor
    B G.

    This place was awful. They trash talked the super 8 stating their rooms were much better. We get in the room that smells funny and shut the door behind us. When we turn around the door has green spray paint all over it for some unknown reason. There is paint on the floor as well as the sink knob. In the bathroom there is a red glob of what appears to be blood and the toilet seat is severly peeling. On the wall in the living area we find small dots of red in a spray pattern. The mattress and box spring became exposed due to the sheets not fitting correctly. The once white box spring and mattress were now stained brown. On one of the beds there were multiple stains that looked like blood. The mattress cover also had similar stains. The box spring had a hole in it and looked/felt like it was 30 years old. This place was absolutely disgusting and doubt that it will even be in business much longer. Bring your own pillows, sleeping bags and anti bacterial bottles if you want to risk it. You might also research recent violent crimes in the area. Pretty sure someone was either murdered or killed themselves in that room...seriously. Super 8 is a great place if you are just looking for a cheap place to lay your head. Not fancy but is clean and practical. Or you can sleep in a dumpster-either one would be cleaner than the cedar inn.

    S N.

    Quiet and affordable. The frontdesk upgraded us to the top floor with a better view (room 307), without us asking. South rooms have better ocean views than rooms on the North end (all rooms face the ocean). Very close to town and the beach. The room was clean, comfortable and the wifi is fast!

    The view
    Joshua R.

    The rooms are meh, the view would have been nice if there wasn't bird shit smeared across the window LOL. When we checked in a bottle of milk was still sitting out on the breakfast table along with a few bagels and old butter....It was like 2 in the afternoon... so I may not eat breakfast here tomorrow morning. Quiet area though!

    Dirty grease stained chairs
    Whisperinlet A.

    Bed was made. I understand this is an older motel buy it needs to be updated. We had enough hot water for one shower. The chairs had stains and cuts. The door was painted with spray paint and it was chipping. Old TV from the 80s. Dirty carpet.. I always want to give the people the benefit but this is not acceptable . Now I know why they rooms available on the busiest weekend.

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    Hotel was dirty, smelled like smoke, dirty sheets, dirty towels. The location is great.

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    Super Duper Comfy Beds And Good Employees And good Tvs And Free Coffe And Holy Bible Good Hotel

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    Clean, big rooms, comfortable beds and pillows, big screen TV, very nice staff, close proximity to beach and town.

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    I reserved the Fireside Inn through Expedia. We chose a 2 queen bed room for a bit over $100. It is…read moreall one level which is easier for me right now as I'm having health issues. We arrived at 5ish and the nice woman with the broken foot checked us in. That was all pretty smooth. It is close to the ocean. Parking is fine. They had board games, ice water,coffee and some snacks in the lobby along with an ice and vending machine. It was quiet the night we stayed with few guests. There is a restaurant on site that serves beer, paninis, and flatbreads, along with other bar type snacks. The rooms are well appointed with a tv,microwave,fridge,fireplace. No a/c but we didn't need it. Beds have piles of fluffy pillows. There was a coffee maker,coffee and tea, toiletries, and plenty of fresh towels. In the morning there is free breakfast so we grabbed juice, yogurt, and honey buns. There was also fruit, hardboiled eggs, some other simple things to eat This was a very good place to stay. We would stay again.

    Came with low expectations because I'm used to staying in resorts, not hotels, but I was pleasantly…read moresurprised. This place is great. It's a one floor motel so no worries about accessibility. Our room was refurbished and the decor was modern and cool. They had these felt panels on the walls that made it look modern in a good way and the room was huge and spacious. The windows opened so we could get fresh air and they have smart TVs. The room was extremely clean. In the lobby they serve breakfast which is basically a hard boiled egg, Svenhards type pastry, yogurt, cereal, and coffee, so temper your expectations. What's nice is that at night, when the staff is away, the lobby offers hot drinks like coffee, tea, and they even had microwave popcorn. How cool is that? They have a saloon attached, but we came on a cool weekday so they closed up shop and wasn't serving food or drinks so that was a let down. Mind you, this hotel is not on the beach, but it's a short walk away. It's not fancy, but it's centrally located and I'm happy to stay here again.

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    I attended Arts Week at Sou'wester Lodge and had a wonderful time! The setting alone is stunning…read more Seaview has this quiet, windswept beauty that slows you down in the best way. You're close to the ocean, surrounded by trees, and there's this constant sense of spaciousness that lets your mind open up. It creates the perfect conditions for artists to think, feel, and make work. What makes Arts Week truly special, though, is the people. The group of artists is diverse, thoughtful, and deeply engaged. You're in conversation all day long, whether that's over shared meals, spontaneous collaborations, or late night talks that somehow become the most meaningful part of the experience. It's rare to find a space where people show up this open and this willing to connect. The programming strikes a great balance. There's structure when you want it, like readings, performances, and workshops, but also plenty of unstructured time to follow your own creative instincts. There's also a real sense of care built into the week. The staff and organizers are thoughtful and attentive, and you can feel that they want everyone there to succeed!

    This isn't a Hyatt or regular lodging so temper your expectations. It's certainly creative and…read moreI'll remember my stay here more than at countless motels/hotels over the years. The first floor of the historic lodge is very inviting. Listening to vinyl records in the homey living room was relaxing. They offer a good selection of creative snacks, grocery, and nick nacks. Two of the rooms were very spacious, we enjoyed use of the retro kitchen and eating on the balcony. Go enjoy a movie from an ample VHS selection. The door of some trailers were finicky to operate. Other than that the bed sagged a bit and more hooks would have been nice. The proximity to what Long Beach has to offer - including The Depot next door - is a huge plus. This was a great spot for our large wedding party. Props to being dog kind and employing a friendly and accommodating staff.

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    Took the family here for a birthday weekend in January and was blown away by the location and the…read moreunit. Perfect for what we need on a beach trip with the family and dog). The property feels like a retreat with a lovely atmosphere that feels a world apart from Long Beach despite being so close in proximity to town. We didn't have time to make full use of the pool, sauna, or pickleball courts - but these amenities would be perfect for a rainy day at the coast and when we come back we'll make more time in our schedule to use them. Check-in/check-out was a breeze and staff was very pleasant. They let me borrow a lighter for a birthday cake which was much appreciated! The walk to the beach is very scenic and beautiful in itself. Highly recommend this resort!

    We've been coming to Lighthouse 1-2 times a year for twelve years. We love the proximity to the…read morebeach, the fact that it's very dog friendly, there's a huge indoor pool, and most of all, we love that there is a kitchen so we can make our own meals. Prior to this visit, the rooms were fairly basic, but very adequate. Today, we arrived to find a beautifully updated room, that feels much bigger and much cleaner than they previously were. We have new appliances, new countertop and backsplash, new floors, a larger couch, a huge king bed, a walk-in shower with a new vanity, and everything is just stunning. Very well done! From the bottom units, you have a small deck with a bench, and upper units have a balcony. All rooms overlook the dunes, and the higher ones can catch you a glimpse of the ocean. You spend the evening listening to the roar of the waves. It's so relaxing. In the main office area, you'll find a recreation room, vending machines, and espresso stand with good coffee, and a huge saline pool that's in a solarium type of building. Their fitness center is small but it's something. They love dogs, and it shows. You'll get a welcome pack for your mutt, and there's a lighthouse themed dog house in the parking lot that you can take pictures of your dog with. There's two TVs - you can stream from your device in the bedroom, or watch cable in the living room. You'll have a gas fireplace, a lounge chair, a couch that folds out into a bed with a nice, squishy mattress, and a two person dining table. The staff here have been here a long time, and it's always nice to see a familiar face when we arrive. Shout out to Kevin! Always friendly and helpful. It's about a five minute drive to downtown Long Beach, where you'll find a bakery, an arcade, and lots of shops and restaurants. Don't forget you can even drive on the beach! You'll love it here.

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