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    The Surfbreak Hotel

    3.1 (52 reviews)
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    3 floors, clean, great views, quiet
    Carey L.

    I will absolutely be making a point to come back to Surfbreak in the future. Everything from checking in, finding a room assignment that worked for me and my partner, and even getting amazing restaurant recommendations was stupendous. The staff is incredible, I absolutely adore the lot of them. They ensured that we had a good, quiet room with a lot of privacy - and in general, the other patrons were awesome to talk to. The overall vibe of the people around this place was great. Nice and great temperament. Also, this place is less than 2 miles away from the beach! There is a park nearby for easy access as well. Whenever I'm in San Clemente again, I will be prioritizing staying at Surfbreak. Very memorable place, quaint and rustic aesthetic, in a great location.

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    So nice in here. I liked this hotel a ton. Would definitely recommend! I was treated well.

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    It blows my mind that this motel is more expensive than the holiday inn express and the comfort suites in San clemente.

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    Clean, newly remodeled, cute beach my feel, great location, friendly service. Loved the mattress, pillows and bedding.

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    “Super charming, super clean, close to good restaurants and beach short bike ride to trestles!”

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