Perched near San Clemente Pier, Sea Horse Resort offers an idyllic escape with in-room WiFi. Unwind on the beach under colorful umbrellas or take a swing at San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. With multilingual staff and concierge services, this resort is perfect for a relaxing getaway.
San Clemente Municipal Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
San Clemente State Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 31 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 35 min drive
Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 70 min drive
San Clemente Pier Station - 2 min walk
San Juan Capistrano Depot - 19 min drive
Laguna Niguel Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar - 3 min walk
Bear Coast Coffee - 3 min walk
Taco Bell - 15 min walk
Rare Society Steakhouse - 11 min walk
Beachfire Bar & Grill - 12 min walk
About this property
Sea Horse Resort
When you stay at Sea Horse Resort, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of San Clemente Pier and Dana Point Harbor. Guests can keep active with nearby surfing/body boarding. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Mission San Juan Capistrano. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 9 am-8 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
Paper towels
More
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 24.2 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Concierge service
In-room coffee
Internet access (may be limited)
Parking
Self parking
WiFi access (may be limited)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Seahorse Resort San Clemente
Seahorse San Clemente
Sea Horse Resort Hotel
Sea Horse Resort San Clemente
Sea Horse Resort Hotel San Clemente
Frequently asked questions
Does Sea Horse Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sea Horse Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sea Horse Resort?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Horse Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sea Horse Resort?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino San Clemente (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sea Horse Resort and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like body boarding and swimming.
What's the area around Sea Horse Resort like?
Sea Horse Resort is located near The Pier Beach, just a short 2-minute walk from San Clemente Pier Station and 2 minutes' walk from San Clemente Pier. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Sea Horse Resort Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
View
Location
Service staff
Beach
Restaurant
Ocean
Piers
Balcony
Ocean view
What guests liked
The property offers a fantastic beach location with stunning views, easy access, and a short walk to the beach. (57 reviews)
Several restaurants are located near the property, making it easy to pick up breakfast or dinner to enjoy on the balcony. (6 reviews)
The property is very pet friendly, welcoming small and large pets with a reasonable additional fee. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2025
Beautiful sunset on the balcony. Wonderful time at the beach.
Amelia
Amelia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Enjoyed our stay tremendously! Great view great weather !
Ana
Ana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
The property is wonderful; excellent space and right across the street from the beach. The staff is friendly and the views are unmatched.
Kristina
Kristina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Great spot
Just a quick little one day getaway. San Clemente is a great town and the hotel was a very cool and perfect spot to walk to different places and I had an ocean view.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 29, 2025
Great location. Walk to the beach, shops, restaurants.
Elaine
Elaine, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2025
Amazing location and view!
I had a wonderful stay. A lot of space and my room had an awesome view of the beach and the pier. Was a quick walk to the beach and they offer beach towels and chairs for you to use. Also close to a small store and a couple of places to grab a quick bite to eat. It is a bit of an older property but it is well maintained. The staff is very friendly. I hesitate to review this too well because it’s a relatively small property and I don’t want it to sell out the next time I want to visit.
Matthew
Matthew, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
Amazing property and staff.
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
Great location, the building is a bit old and rundown
Bartolome
Bartolome, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
We have stayed here several times. Love the ocean view!
Robyn
Robyn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Beautiful ocean views across from Pier
What a wonderful vacation! We loved the spacious room and small kitchen, though we never cooked…there are too many great options for dining in the area. We especially enjoyed having breakfast at Frenchies Café on the lower level of our building and dinner at Fisherman's Restaurant on the pier. Having a dedicated parking space was a real treat. Our room was ocean view, so we loved sitting on the patio, people watching and hearing the waves crashing. You do hear the trains throughout the day, not at night, but they go through quickly. We definitely plan to stay here again!
Lisa
Lisa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Such a gem! Clean, convenient, and just all around wonderful. Can't wait to stay again!
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Perfect getaway! I loved the private assigned parking since the area was so congested. Beautiful views!
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Place is outstanding
george
george, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
The best location in San Clemente! We stayed in a studio, ocean view and it was perfect - spacious, clean, modern. It has 2 ceiling fans to keep it cool. Great patio and priceless view of the ocean and pier. Yes - it’s a busy spot and can get loud with traffic, train, and people - but we expected it given the location - so no complaints here… (just a warning if you’re looking for peace and quiet by the ocean)
Gina
Gina, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
It was very nice and near the beach, I would like to come back
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
Staff and location was excellent. Older building but well equipped. Water pressure in shower was too low.
DONALD
DONALD, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Wonderful view and amenities. The only complaint was the noise of the commuter train.
Sheldon
Sheldon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
This is our go to! Our favorite place to stay.
Tammy
Tammy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
We had the most amazing view from our balcony.....the pictures on the Expedia website are so real
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
Absolutely loved this place!!! Close to everything! And the villa was well equipped and I love the decor!!!
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
As always, I enjoyed my third stay at the Seahorse.
Kelli
Kelli, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
I’ll be there again next year! The room and the location we’re perfect.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Lovely staff and excellent room and location! Modern design, really nice rain shower. Plus parking. Love that it’s dog friendly as well. Will visit again.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Perfect place to celebrate my Husband Bday
We had a wonderful stay Room 6- partial sea view that is actually stunning. This property is impeccable and so well decorated.