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Blue Dolphin Inn

6470 Moonstone Beach Dr., Cambria, CA 93428
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Blue Dolphin Inn
Ranked #1 of 8 hotels in Cambria
4.5 of 5 stars 235 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Ocean views(14)
  • Picnic breakfast(10)
  • Hearst castle(10)
  • Very nice(8)
  • Moonstone beach(6)
  • Friendly and helpful(5)
  • Would definitely stay(4)
  • Flat screen TV(3)
  • Little touches(3)
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AZ
Top Contributor
78 reviews 78 reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We stayed at the Blue Dolphin Inn based on the good reviews on Tripadvisor. The reviews are correct. This is a very nice hotel. We got the Jr. King Suite. It had a separate sitting room which made the bedroom smaller. The TV's in the sitting room and bedroom were pretty small. The only issue I had was the shower... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

My boyfriend and I took a road trip down PCH and stayed at the Blue Dolphin for 1 night. It was perfect! From the front desk experience, to the tasteful decor of the room, the awesome location, and the super cute breakfast in the morning - it was all top-notch and very memorable. The seal experience just north a few... More

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Toronto, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We originally booked with a sister property down the road but because of a delay in renovations, we were unable to stay there and were given a choice to stay at one of their other properties. We were impressed with quite a few things, starting with the personal escort to our room when checking in, to show us how to... More

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SoCal
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

My husband and I just enjoyed our third visit to the Blue Dolphin Inn and each time has been outstanding! The rooms are charming. The oceanfront rooms all have different decor, everything from South Pacific to Greece to Africa. Saldanha Bay is our new favorite. The beds are extremely comfortable with luxury linens and a choice of pillows. Plush robes... More

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culver city, ca
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

My hubby and I spent just 1 night in the Aegean Sea, ocean view/patio room and it was so beautiful! Paso wine on the patio, watching the sunset and the waves. Nothing better. The staff were wonderful too. I left my phone charger there and they had found it and saved it for me! Saved my trip. The breadfast was... More

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southern US
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

The location across from the ocean was really great. Walking along the beach and looking for rocks is terrific!! The "picnic" breakfast delivered to the room each morning was very nice. The room was large, but there is no A/C so you have to open a window to get any air. I woke up by cars and bird sounds before... More

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Dover, NH
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012 via mobile
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Small but packed with amenities, crisp modern style, fantastic location, friendly helpful staff - we were reLly pleased with our stay here. Beach towels and umbrellas (weather depending) were avaable by the door, close to beaches and steps from a scenic boardwalk that navigates the coast. For an easy hike and great photos. Our ro included a king bed and... More

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Mark Eads, General Manager at Blue Dolphin Inn, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Dear Bonny, Thank you for sharing your experience with others on TripAdvisor. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the hotel, your room, the staff and the surrounding scenic area. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon. Warm Regards, Blue Dolphin Inn Team More

New York
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

I can not ever say enough to sufficiently praise every aspect of our stay. However I shall try. First reservations: I made and altered our reservation more than once, as we were not only celebrating a birthday, but also because we decided to invite friends, as one of them was also having a birthday. Then we added another night. With... More

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Mark Eads, General Manager at Blue Dolphin Inn, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Dear Newyorkscreen, Thank you for your kind, descriptive and inspiring words about your experience at Blue Dolphin Inn. If I didn't work here, I would be busy reserving my room now! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your visit to the Blue Dolphin Inn and we are looking forward to welcoming you and all of your friends back soon.... More

Los Angeles
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Having a curious nature, I strolled along gorgeous Moonstone Beach Drive peeking into the grounds and the occasional open room of the many various hotels, motels and inns. I came back to the Blue Dolphin knowing that I'd chosen the right one. If you want to skip the hokey calico and lace doily country inns and the depressing style-free motels,... More

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Arlington, Virginia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

The Blue Dolphin is a beautiful little inn right on the beach in Cambria, with terrific views of the Pacific Ocean from many rooms. Our room had just about any amenity you could imagine and some we couldn’t (I had never seen a working fireplace in a hotel room before – great touch). Staff were very helpful with local advice... More

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  • Blue Dolphin Hotel
  • Blue Dolphin Cambria
Address: 6470 Moonstone Beach Dr., Cambria, CA 93428
Price range (per night):* S$165 - 446

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