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    Yvette S.

    I had the most lovely stay at the Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach. It's steps away from the beach where you can also find a boardwalk trail that is perfect for morning walks. This is how we started our mornings during our stay and we would follow it with the complimentary tea and coffee in the guest lounge. I was impressed with their coffee setup, which included oat milk. There is a couch and a long table available if you want to hang around along with some board games for entertainment. We didn't get to take advantage of the pool while we were there, but it was a bit chilly for it anyway. The bed was very comfortable and had an additional throw blanket for some extra warmth. My body runs cool, so I appreciated this little detail. The bathroom was equipped with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, along with other small toiletries like makeup remover wipes, cotton balls, and cotton swabs. We really enjoyed the fireplace in the room, it gave it a cozy/relaxing vibe. Our room had a patio with a partial ocean view. ProTip, the morning dew makes the cushions on the chairs very moist, so flip them over when you decide to sit outside to avoid getting your bottoms wet. One thing I didn't take advantage of was the beach basket offering. It's free for guests to check out and it includes blankets. They also have chairs you can check out if you want to enjoy some time at the beach. Another other thing to note is that this hotel is located in a very small town, so local eateries close early.

    Small bottle of Fiji water, $5.
    Darrell P.

    Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach - Cozy stay, but bring earplugs and your own trash can. (Read further for details.) - LOL The location? Beautiful. The room? Comfortable. The experience? A mixed bag. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=lIEVfAZ6pVEHXngmkWzAJA We were given a room right next to the maintenance room - which turned out to be an accidental alarm clock. Starting early in the morning, we were treated to a chorus of loud voices, doors opening and slamming, and all the charm of a backstage pass to hotel operations. Not exactly the peaceful Moonstone Beach vibe we had in mind. When you're on vacation, sleeping in is a wonderful thing... 'That is if you can actually sleep in that is. Bathroom - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=34gJb4WcRzJnpGsKnybjsw One thing we actually laughed about but also genuinely puzzled over was the tiny wastebasket in our hotel room. After tossing in one large soda cup from the garbage receptacle was completely full. Game over. It was like the hotel had made a conscious design choice to discourage trash by making it impossible to discard any. There was a matching recycling bin (equal in size, equally pointless), but the message felt oddly aspirational: as if they assumed we were all Marie Kondo-ing our lives while on vacation. Helpful hint: even people seeking joy still need somewhere to put their napkins and takeout containers. Smallest trash can ever - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=FwDfpI4m_kPcPfjZL0gBRQ Side note: Who is Marie Kondo you might be asking? Answer: Marie Kondo is a Japanese organizing consultant, author, and television personality best known for her unique approach to decluttering and tidying called the KonMari Method. She gained international fame with her 2011 book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, which became a bestseller and was translated into dozens of languages. Apologies, I digress. Small Fiji water ($5) - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=lER91VqehWjeyUbqCwFJWg All that said, the location is undeniably lovely and you're steps from the beach. If you can score a quieter room and manage your trash like it's a game of Tetris, it's a decent stay. Just ask to be far, far away from the maintenance HQ. - Big Aloha! Food: n/a Ambiance: 3 Service: 3 Value: 3

    Maria B.

    Amazing stay at the Fireside Inn from check in and check out. Bed was super comfy, and the room was really clean! Front desk staff were all nice and great customer service

    Karen r.

    Location, location, location!! This place is perfectly situated right across from the beach! Love looking at this sunset. Our room was clean and spacious, nice bathroom amenities. My only critique is that the heating was not working in our room, so it was chilly, but our friend's room did not have that issue. We did ask the staff about it, but I guess the heaters and old and there's not much they can do. Other than that, this hotel was perfect. Staff are very nice and there's ample free parking.

    Amanda B.

    Clean, and comfortable! The fireplace worked great! The staff were all kind and welcoming. My only issues was the TV took some figuring out on how to use, but aren't all hotels that way anymore? And I never quite understood how to turn on the heating and AC - but it was chilly, and the fireplace did the job.

    Alli G.

    Fireside Inn is a really cute Inn that definitely gives quaint Hallmark vibes. It's directly across from Moonstone Beach with quick access to the little board walk path. Definitely recommend an ocean facing room with the patio as it's great for morning coffee and listening to the waves crash. The rooms were probably the nicest I've ever stayed in with chic decor. Coming in the winter? The room has a cozy fireplace. Coming in the summer? Prop your patio door open to get the ocean breeze and listen to the waves and birds. The pool area is really nice and offers cornhole - the pool is heated but there is not a hot tub (bummer). The pool house lounge offers a cozy place to hang out with board games, fireplace, and coffee in the AM (no breakfast or pastries - another bummer). The hotel is a short walk to a few eateries that include Moonstone Beach Bar and Grill, The Chest, a coffee shop, and the cow tipper (they also deliver to your room with a QR code). I loved staying here and would definitely stay here again! The only reason why I docked a star was because when I initially booked the room - I got the ocean facing king room but their website overbooked the room and I had to be down graded to a partial ocean view :( - they made up for it by placing a "Happy Birthday" sign above the fireplace which was really cute of them to do. Also, there is a little access path to your patio so you can go to the pool or beach easier - however a big suburban parked in front it blocking access to get out.

    View from our room
    Krista J.

    The room was very spacious and the gas fireplace created a cozy atmosphere for a relaxing stay. We could see and hear the ocean just across the roadway. Small luxuries like extra fluffy towels, Starbucks coffee in the rooms and heavenly bed pillows helped us feel like we were in a 5-star hotel! And there is a great local grocery store just 5 minutes away. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back!

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    Steve W.

    The place is small just lime the rest of the Moonstone Beach places but very nice. Clean, friendly staff, spacious, our room had a patio with chairs to view the boardwalk and ocean. One of four nights had a fairly clear sunset where everyone left what they were doing to go out on the boardwalk and take it in. Amazing! The room mid-week July was $375 night but worth it amd cheaper than many. Three restaurants on Moonstone Beach and Cambria is a 20min walk away. Reservations are not accepted at the restaurants so research how best to get a seat. Luigi's pizza, Sandys bakery/deli and the BBQ joint are all amazing. The Earth market has great selection and fantastic food made in the back of the store. Fireside does not have food of any kind but a click away is food delivered to your room from the restaurant at the top of the street.

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    Rosalie r.

    First time staying in Cambria and I chose this hotel hoping it was as nice as the photos and it was! I always look for high end and quality hotels when traveling and this was beautiful, spacious , clean and right across from the beach. We got into town an hour early and called to request an early check in and they let us do that without a problem, which I was grateful. They offer coffee in the morning, our room had a window which was nice to have fresh air. Beds were comfy, shower/bathroom area all new and upgraded and nice. Hallways were different and not like a traditional hotel, more apartment style- you enter from the parking area and then long enclosed hallway with long line of doors (rooms.) Not bad just different. We enjoyed our stay and recommend staying here especially if going to Hearst Castle it's only 10 mins away.

    We stayed at Fireside Inn from March 17-19, 2025, hoping for a peaceful oceanfront getaway after my husband completed six weeks of radiation and chemo for brain cancer. Cambria holds special meaning for us, and we were looking forward to rest and healing. Unfortunately, our experience was far from restful. While check-in was smooth and staff initially helpful, we woke the next morning to nonstop construction right outside our room (Room 301)--jackhammering into concrete that lasted all day. We couldn't use the room we paid for, and the alternate room offered was not oceanfront. The compensation? Just $50 for an entire day of disruption. What was most upsetting, though, was how dismissive and unsympathetic the staff was when we shared our concerns. No empathy, no genuine apology, no effort to make it right. I understand that construction happens, but guests should be notified in advance, and service should reflect care and professionalism--especially when someone is traveling under difficult health circumstances. We left more stressed than when we arrived. Disappointing and disheartening. We wrote to the manager when we returned to which we did not get any response or reply.

    Peter C.

    My cousin and family came to US for the first time so I wanted to show him our CA coast. We booked 2 rooms at Fireside and it didn't disappoint.. the rooms were modern looking and spacious. They were able to have our rooms connect with a shareable door. They have a swimming pool and lounge chairs to chill and chat. There was a heater but no AC unit. It was fine as it was a nice 70 degrees while the rest of CA was in the 90s-100. They offer coffee and tea in the morning to get your day started with a boost. Would definitely return to Fireside in the future.

    View from our balcony

    The cutest Inn. Room are clean and cozy! Updated and modern rooms. Beds are also comfy

    Brian B.

    It's always high anxiety when you pick a hotel from online reviews. We sprung for an oceanfront room. Although it was pricey for a spring overnight stay in Cambria, it lived up to the hype! It has that fancy small inn vibe with ocean views. The only thing missing would be robes & slippers. Literally across the small street from Moonstone Beach where you can stroll on the boardwalk or get your toes sandy or wet. Cambria is definitely a must for R&R and this inn satisfies it!

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    Chic beach vibe with clean and elegant decor! Moonstone Beach is gorgeous was steps from our room. What a peaceful stay!

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    Ask the Community - Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

    So the most people that you can have in a room is 4? I have a family of 5 one is a child. Would I have to book two rooms?

    Who can rent a room with two queen size beds so you have for four people and then if the youngest one is in a crib you could bring one and if they're a little bit older you can squeeze in a blow up mattress but these rooms are not that big. Trying… Read more

    Does the fireplace need fire logs?

    No, it uses propane gas. - Aloha!

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    Review Highlights - Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

    What a refreshing sight to walk out of our cozy room to a breathtaking view and lovely stroll through the wildflower and succulents!

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    Cambria Shores Inn - A view from the hotel front yard towards the ocean across the street

    Cambria Shores Inn

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    I can't say enough about this place! I'm going to keep it short, I want to start off by give…read morerecognition to Brandon. He was extremely accommodating, my husband and I showed up a little early; way before our check-in time and Brandon was able to get us into our room. The room was absolutely beautiful, with a stunning view. I loved how the windows opened from both ends, allowing more fresh air into the room. Brandon made the most tasteful mocha latte and the following morning he made a delicious breakfast burrito. Can't say enough about Brandon and this Inn. Highly recommend and definitely worth the money!

    Location and views are fabulous. Being able to walk along the shore and watch the sunset,…read moreincluding from the lawn chairs, was wonderful. Really enjoyed the complimentary wine with ocean view and one of my biggest reasons for booking it was due to they accept dogs, which says a lot about an establishment. That being said, there are areas for improvement. When I checked into my room, I noticed that the the dark blinds were stuck so I went to the office to see if they could help. The manager came to my room; tried to lower them and agreed they were stuck. She said she would ask the maintenance person to fix it. A day went by and nobody came by. I was awoken to a bright room early in the morning so my sleep was cut short. I went back the office and the same manager welcomed me with "yeah, what's up"? I highlighted that nobody came by to fix it and she seemed pretty indifferent but said she would request it again. Needless to say, nobody showed up to fix it during my whole stay so I was greeted with shortened sleep thanks to the bright room in the mornings. While I was checking out, I highlighted this to the new manager and she laughed it off, saying that's why she brings blindfolds when she travels. No discount offer or anything. Furthermore, their door key cards are the most sensitive I have ever encountered. I had to have them reprogrammed 3 times during my stay. Also, the owner apparently requested that they close the wine tasting early due to rain so, when I showed up to use my complimentary wine vouchers, I found it closed over an hour earlier than their posted closing time but the server did provide me with the complimentary wine since I was a guest but they were no longer offering food so no marinated olives and nuts to go with it. That being said, the Inn does have a great location; is a value and I love that it is dog-friendly but they do need to work on their customer service. Oh and some more Vegan options and recycling/compost bins would certainly help.

    Moonstone Landing - Nice clean comfortable room

    Moonstone Landing

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    It's been quite awhile since I've stayed at Moonstone Landing. I was excited to come back and see…read moreif anything has changed. The staff were super friendly and accommodating, just as I remembered. The rooms themselves looked like they had been renovated. The bed was comfy. There was a huge wall in shower and jacuzzi tub. The old school fridge was super cute! Of course, you can't beat the views from the oceanfront balcony room!

    I've been vacationing here for years. This year we splurged and paid a premium price for an ocean…read morefront view. We enjoyed our stay and all the front desk employees were extremely polite, helpful and accommodating. The room was very clean. The fireplace is easy to use and extremely effective. However, I would like to make a few suggestions on how to improve the experience of staying at Moonstone Landing for all your guests: First, please provide your guests with 3-ply, SOFT toilet paper. The cheap, one-ply toilet paper this hotel uses was horrible to use. If you're asking guests to pay premium prices for these rooms then at least provide them with decent toilet paper. Second, please consider investing in NEW, comfortable outdoor patio chairs with accompanying foot rests. The chairs you have now feel cheap and uncomfortable. Third, I would jazz up the "average" continental breakfast. It's the one thing hungry guests look forward to every morning and the pastries provided leave one underwhelmed and still hungry. Linn's cheese danish pastries are delicious but the other two muffins were "meh". The boiled eggs are fine. I think adding a variety of cereals would be appreciated. Maybe provide granola bars? Fourth, I know renovations are costly. But at some point you'll have to redo the stone flooring in all the bathrooms as the long cracks in the stone initially make a bad impression. Again, we enjoyed our stay and I would recommend this hotel. As a long-time patron, I'm offering my insights in the hopes you'll make the necessary changes to stay competitive and continue to draw in new guests.

    White Water - King Bed + Hospitality Basket

    White Water

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    Solid 5 star review! They nail it on every front, from check in to check out and everything in…read morebetween. Great rooms, great locale, great morning coffee (brought to your doorstep) great service. I'm giving full credit where credit is do. We will definitely stay again as we travel the central coast. Thanks!

    booked a fri + wknd getaway to cambria to honor my furbaby's first heavenly anniversary. i just…read moreneeded to unplug and wanted to reminisce all the memories we shared in a peaceful place. cambria was perfect. it was overwhelming picking an inn to stay at, but white water just kept calling my name. booked a deluxe king room online with the inn directly vs third party site. love that they are pet friendly ($100/stay) . white water is gorgeous. the lobby is so chic. love the greenery. check in was smooth. i was assigned to room 21. i believe in signs and this, all this was meant to be. the room was clean and had everything in it, minus food, def stayed in majority of the time. the boardwalk was directly across the way, just had to cross the street and you're there. the ocean views were perfect. loved the breakfast picnic baskets each morning. made our breakfast and we got to enjoy it on our bench outside our room. parking is not a covered lot, it's open spaces and kinda smaller spots, so if you have a truck or larger suv, def will be going over the line. a few ev charging spots. there are plenty of spots to park along moonstone drive. they also do have mini fridges in the room and no microwave. LOVE the Aesop products in the room!!! a few downside during my stay were: the few times i went to the front desk, the "out of office" sign was up each time. i wanted to rent a bike to bike around the town, no one was around to assist. i waited about 10-15m each time. they have a fire pit that was on the entire time. i heard they provide s'more kits, but we were not provided with any. there isnt really any pet relief area on site. also, all units do not have AC, only fans. i had no service while i was there. i literally was on SOS. i actually loved it. don't worry, there is wifi avail! i would def book white water again!

    Fogcatcher Inn

    Fogcatcher Inn

    (455 reviews)

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    Nice ocean-front hotel in Cambria. We stayed in a king suite with partial ocean view. My husband…read moreand I took the bedroom and our daughter slept on a comfortable pullout bed in the living room. Decor was tasteful, ocean themed and relaxing. Bathroom had a huge mirror with fantastic lighting around the rim. Husband enjoyed the free fresh brewed coffee from the lobby on one of the outdoor benches. Just cross the street to an amazing walkway along the ocean cliff, with steps down to the beach. That evening we walked to a nice restaurant about 2 minutes down the road. Views there were equally beautiful. Would definitely stay there again!

    This property is located on Moonstone Beach, and therefore, has an exceptional location. However,…read morethat is shared with a number of other, similar properties. This property is owned by a company that owns at least four other properties on Moonstone Beach, and shares with them poor customer service. Examples from a recent stay include Wi-Fi that was frequently nonfunctional, and when complaints were made, we were told either that the problem couldn't be fixed, or couldn't be fixed until the next day because no maintenance staff were available. The rooms, lack decor and character, although the bed was very comfortable. When we asked that the waste baskets be emptied at the beginning of the day, we were told that since we did not make that request the night before, it could not be accommodated because of insufficient custodial staff. When I made this request to the manager on duty, she gave me a look as though I had asked her to donate a kidney. We emptied the baskets ourselves. The property has two fire pits, both of which were essentially nonfunctional. Also, the pool was closed. When they ran our credit card on check-in, they actually immediately charged the entire fee for the stay at once. This is an unusual practice, since most similar properties assess the actual charges for the room at checkout. If you were looking for a place to sleep, steps away from the boardwalk on Moonstone Beach, this will fit the bill, but there are a number of better options steps away from this property.

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