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    Bluebird Inn

    3.9 (233 reviews)
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    Closed 7:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Ron R.

    Bluebird Inn is a historic motel seemingly from the era of motor lodges and early car travel in CA, like many motels in small beachside communities along the coast. The historic main house is restored and the rooms seemingly have been recently renovated and well maintained. For the most important features of any hotel/motel: the mattress on the bed did not hurt our backs. They seem to have the CA low flow "no go" shower heads, but these are counterbalanced by good water pressure. The water temperature on both the sink and the shower has to main settings: burn your face off and freeze your shorts off and are very sensitive to but possible to get the sweet spot in between where the water is just the right temperature. Very importantly, it was super quiet during the night with no street noise, just like when we first moved to the country many years ago. The motel is conveniently located within walking and/or short driving distance to several local restaurants and also trails. Some of the properties in the area are in disrepair, but the overall community seems reasonably safe and lives up to its reputation for beautiful scenery. The parking lot as the historic somewhat small spaces and lot, but there is sufficient parking for the number of rooms. Overall, better than motel 6 and at the higher end of cheap motels. If you can get a good deal like we did on this trip, this is definitely a nice place for a restful trip.

    Rooms are dated and walls are thin but it's an older property and I try and support smaller bizes. Love the lobby. Inn closes at 9
    Janna L.

    Cost efficient. Great location. Nice staff. Very communicative. If you booked thru Expedia... Get ready for a flurry of texts and emails. Crazy frustrating for me as a first timer where an Inn closes at 9pm. Coming from LAX... Plus rental car place.. no way could I make it on time for 9... But... Just let them know you will be late... Arrangements are made in that case. I worried too much about that for nothing. I hauled my luggage up a steep flight of stairs. No one running above me as it's 2 story but the walls here are super thin. I could hear every word of my neighbour next door ... I just put the tv on. There is an area if you must smoke... In the middle where there is a little seating area. It's cute. My view out back from my room... Not good. But that's someone else's junk and not their property. Inside reception by day.. board games. Fireplace. So cute and clean with a grab and go cold breakie and coffee/tea. Parking was tight... Mid May.. I think I got the last spot that night The room has a fridge but no microwave. Shower... Beyond basic with no tub sadly but it did the job and for the price and staff... I think I'd stay here again and recommend. It's not the Ritz but I like supporting family owned businesses.

    Picture of room by the door. Took pictures at the end of our stay; disregard the messy bed and towels on floor in the restroom

    Cute hotel on Main Street. Room was a bit small and yet roomy. Very clean. I didn't smell cigarette smoke. Very clean restroom and shower. Room had a microwave and mini fridge that wasn't so mini. Also had a coffee machine. Medium size tv mounted on wall. Small closet with luggage rack. A short walk to the east side of town. Took us 15 minutes to walk there. And only 2 minutes to walk the other way towards JJ's Pizza. The registration desk employee was lovely. She was very sweet & informative. Suggested places to eat & things to do. There is no pool or jacuzzi on site. However there is a big firepitt at the front of the hotel. Many guests including myself gathered in the evening. The Inn is small but the grounds are clean. Looks renovated. We had no issues during our visit Will definitely stay there again.

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    Nina C.

    Check in was easy and friendly. Parking was easy. Coffee and granola bars in the lobby in the morning. Fire pit. Fireplace in the lobby with some toys for kids. All of it was good and easy. Room was updated. Plenty of outlets for charging. There were two things that aren't complaints, just preferences: it's a standing shower, which means water gets all over the floor, which drives me nuts (and it's hard to bathe young kids without a tub), and there's no A/C, which means you leave your windows open to cool off, which works well, but everyone who walks by your room (which is a lot of people since the parking is motel-style) can hear every word you say, and you them. For families with young children like us, we had to worry a lot about our kids being too loud, or crying, or being woken up by someone unlocking or locking their car, etc. Next time we'll ask for a room further in the back. We will definitely be back!

    Bernadette S.

    Wonderful stay Warm, welcoming lobby with cozy fireplace on inside AND an outside fire pit during the evening to stay warm and sit around the fire with family or friends Also lots of board Games available in the cozy lobby to play around the fire too Rooms met all expectations, even better than expected- super clean, spacious, all the amenities you need 10 out of 10 would recommend Such kind and welcoming staff also, who made local recommendations. Happy to return here again and recommend this!

    Your guys creek was amazing
    Valarie D.

    The best time ever with our family from different mother & father but we aren't blood . We are family ! 100% thank you bluebird birding for the experience ! Yes I will be going back again I love the front at night from the creek to bad I didn't get pictures next time !

    Diane R.

    Great place to stay! This place is in a fantastic location, walking distance to the Main Street here. ( it is surprisingly quiet considering it's right off the main road). The rooms are super clean, the bed is comfortable and the staff are very friendly. I felt very comfortable here, I could feel myself relax completely. They do not have a/c like many of the places here don't as they usually are not needed so keep that in mind if you are someone who needs cold air constantly, they do have a heater and a ceiling fan. They also provide secure wifi. There's a pretty garden in the back and a creek. There's a lot of history in Cambria, this inn is no exception. I would highly recommend this place to anyone coming to Cambria whether it's your first time or your 20th time. I hope to stay here again in the future!

    View from outside one of the rooms in the back along the creek.  With a patio, it feels like your own extra room!
    Brian O.

    For what it is in its "hotel category" (so to speak) The Bluebird Inn is a great stop in Cambria. The lobby building is a big, old-style room with a warm, welcoming vibe. We lucked out getting a room that faced the creek in the back, and as you can see, I really recommend it because not only does it cut down on the noise, but you also get this great view and a very serene spot for breakfast or cocktails. It's practically another room! Inside the amenities were fine - our room had a gas fireplace which was nice for the cool evenings. Some of it was a touch outdated but I'm willing to overlook that when you consider the surroundings, helpful staff, and location to other places in Cambria. In this part of town, you can pretty much walk to everything from the Inn. A great spot off the coast!

    Sandra P.

    This place is darling! Like why haven't I stayed here before??!! It's located in the south side of Cambria in the middle of town: tons of shops, restaurants and small wine shops. The motel is clean and spacious. It's updated and has a ceiling fan and heater. I would definitely stay here again and plan on returning.

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    Clean! Quiet!! unique place walking distance to the best of Cambria. There is a beautiful Terrance garden behind the rooms.

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    Can't wait to stay here!! The personnel at this hotel has been outstanding and I was recommended by several!!

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    There is no breakfast. Although the Bluebird offers refreshments in the lobby from 8am - 10am. Feel free to get a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the quaint and cozy feelings our lobby provides while sitting next to the fireplace. We always look… Read more

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