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Seal Cove Inn

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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221 Cypress Ave, Moss Beach, CA, 94038
  • Place, JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Pillar Point Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Superior Tree House, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Deluxe Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Deluxe Tree House, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Moss Beach

Located in Moss Beach, Seal Cove Inn is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and Montara State Beach. .This beach bed & breakfast is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Pillar Point Harbor and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Mavericks Beach.
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What's nearby

  • JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pillar Point Harbor - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Miramar Beach - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Half Moon Bay State Beach - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
  • San Francisco Bay - 30 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Broadway Station - 25 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Chowder House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soul Grind - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Gran Amigo II - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Seal Cove Inn

Seal Cove Inn offers 11 accommodations with fireplaces and espresso makers. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Moss Beach bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 11 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and a library. Planning an event in Moss Beach? This bed & breakfast has 350 square feet (33 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 350 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 26.
The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Seal Cove Inn
Seal Cove Inn Moss Beach
Seal Cove Moss Beach
Seal Cove Inn - a 4 Sisters Inn
Seal Cove Inn - a Four Sisters Hotel Moss Beach
Seal Cove Inn - a 4 Sisters Inn
Seal Cove Inn Moss Beach
Seal Cove Inn Bed & breakfast
Seal Cove Inn Bed & breakfast Moss Beach

Seal Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 546 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Asa, Walnut Creek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed at Seal Cove Inn with two old friends for a few nights, and we were in the Seal Cove Master Suite. We absolutely loved it! The location is perfect if you want something quiet, beautiful, and within a reasonable driving distance to many of the area's most compelling activities/vistas. We'd stayed in SF the night before and it was an easy drive down. We then took a day trip to the Monterey Bay area, Carmel, and Big Sur - after which we were ecstatic to collapse into our very comfortable beds at the inn. The adjacent Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and park are stunning; well worth multiple daily strolls. One morning I had the beach to myself except for a couple of seals bobbing in the water by the shore. The amenities at the hotel are excellent: Even the most discerning member of our group was pleased as punch. Little things like the daily breakfast (delivered to our doorstep - we had a private entrance), cookies, and wine were much appreciated. The staff was warm and welcoming. My only complaint is that the inn's excellent coffee made me aware of what I've been missing out on at home! I look forward to returning next time I'm in the area. It was a lovely and relaxing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suhsiang

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cozy place, very friendly staff. The Inn was surrounded by the nature, short walk to the beach. Everything about the property was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
An absolutely wonderful stay! This is my second time staying here. It’s so cozy and on such a beautiful property. The staff is so kind and welcoming. The rooms are thoughtfully designed with a personal patio looking into a gorgeous garden and a fireplace. This is one of my favorite places to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grazia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina, Fremont

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The location was perfect. Few hotels live up to their hype..This Inn did not disappoint. Walking distance to the beach / tide pools. We stayed in the 2 bedroom suite which was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmeen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Seal Cove Inn EXCEEDED my expectations, which were already very high from the other reviews. The service is amazing! A lovely breakfast is included, as well as an evening wine reception. The Inn is gorgeous, like a Pottery Barn catalog! The grounds are charming, with plenty of cute seating areas. And just steps away are amazing trails along the cliff where you can be in forest and yet along the ocean! I didn’t realize we were so close to tide pools! We’ll definitely be back! This place has many repeat guests.
Entrance
The backside of the Inn, as seen from the garden
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming inn near the marine reserve with well appointed rooms and intimate facilities. Wonderful staff that are so top of game. We really enjoyed it; thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love this place! The location is amazing, with direct access to ocean view trails. Staff are nice and patient. Feel like home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff treated us like family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is very quiet and so peaceful. You have access to many trails right outside your door. Loved breakfast in your room and their all day cappucino,coffee and espresso machine downstairs. Complimentary wine and beer nightly as well. Michelle & Laurie were fantastic and so helpful for anything you may need. Will definitely stay here again. Thanks for a great getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lolita Ann, Lake Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a hidden gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sulamita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Every thing was special. Great breakfast, caring and considerate of all needs, clean, so clean, gorgeous grounds, Fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fawaz

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff let us check in early. Nice property. Perfect for a romantic get away. Good walking trails connected to the Inn. Very close to the ocean. Really nice breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great venue & location at heart of Moss Beach!

Location is wonderfully situated in the middle of all things Moss Beach and Half Moon Bay has to offer. There is a short hiking area located just minutes walk nearby for folks that don’t prefer to take a longer journey or just want an easy flat stroll with views of the ocean. Venus and staff are very warm, courteous, and professional. Loved the professional coffee machine and in-room breakfast option which arrived right on time and tasted very good. Warm cookies in the evening is a cute touch after we got back from sightseeing and scrolling. Recommended to bring hiking boots only because there’s a lot of walking and trails nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Hidden Gem That Feels Like Home

Staying at Seal Cove Inn felt like walking into my long-lost friend’s beach retreat. From the moment we arrived, the entire place radiated warmth, charm, and quiet coastal magic. It wasn’t just a hotel—it felt personal, like we were being welcomed into someone’s lovingly kept home. The rooms were spotless, thoughtfully designed, and incredibly comfortable. Every detail felt intentional. The gardens were serene and the setting just steps from the ocean made it feel like our own little sanctuary. What truly made the experience unforgettable, though, was the staff. Everyone we interacted with was kind, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our stay special. If you’re looking for a peaceful, homey escape with a touch of luxury and soul, this is it. Seal Cove Inn is the kind of place you’ll want to come back to—again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Too many texts. It felt like as soon as you got here they were already reminding you to leave. We got a text at 8:20pm to put our sign out if we wanted our room clean. Then another one at 8:00am it is nearing your time to depart. Check out isn’t until 11am. The text woke us up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025