The Surfbreak Hotel

Hotel within easy reach of San Clemente Pier

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, soundproofing

Located near San Clemente Pier, The Surfbreak Hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere with free in-room WiFi and an elevator. Guests can enjoy luggage storage, unwind on the terrace, or rely on the 24-hour front desk for assistance. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Very good

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Picnic area
Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping

$80 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 7 - Nov 8

Tomorrow

Nov 8 - Nov 9

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Down duvet

315 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Down duvet

375 sq ft
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$111 nightly

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1819 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, 92672

What's nearby

Avenida del Mar - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Casa Romantica - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
San Clemente Pier - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
San Clemente State Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
San Clemente City Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 30 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 34 min drive
Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 84 min drive
San Juan Capistrano Depot - 14 min drive
Laguna Niguel Station - 15 min drive
San Clemente Pier Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
‪Pedro's Tacos - ‬7 min walk
‪Goody's Tavern - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Surfbreak Hotel

When you stay at The Surfbreak Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of San Clemente Pier and Dana Point Harbor. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Mission San Juan Capistrano and Doheny State Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 18 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
- The property charges USD 200 for credit card payments
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only)*
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site

Property amenities

What to do

Beach nearby
Golfing nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center

Room amenities

Be entertained

DVD player
55-inch Smart TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens

Sleep well

Down comforter
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator

More

Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of USD 200

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

San Clemente's Little Beach

San Clemente's Little Inn Beach

Little Inn Beach San Clemente

Little Inn Beach

Little Beach San Clemente

The Little Inn By The Beach Hotel San Clemente

Little Hotel San Clemente

Little Inn by the Beach

The Surfbreak Hotel Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel San Clemente

The Surfbreak Hotel Hotel San Clemente

Frequently asked questions

Does The Surfbreak Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Surfbreak Hotel 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 The Surfbreak Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Surfbreak Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Surfbreak Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Surfbreak Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino San Clemente (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Surfbreak Hotel and nearby?

The Surfbreak Hotel has a picnic area.

What's the area around The Surfbreak Hotel like?

The Surfbreak Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Avenida del Mar and 7 minutes' walk from La Ventura Event Center.

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The Surfbreak Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Bed

Location

Beach

Parking

Highways

Water

View

Donut shop

What guests liked

The property is conveniently located just a short walk or drive to the beach. (15 reviews)
Many restaurants are conveniently located around the property. (4 reviews)
Great breakfast options available across the street, with good coffee and breakfast goodies. (3 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 3, 2025

Amazing management and service here. We had the BEST time and my kids are already begging to go back!!

Jessica, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 3, 2025

The room was clean, the staff was nice and helpful. It was easy to check in. They gave us great information on how to check in. Everyone was very friendly. Good location it was easy to find

Victoria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 25, 2025

It was a great place to stay!

Alexander, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 26, 2025

Great stay

Curtis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 1, 2025

This hotel was so nice ! Was an easy booking and the beds were comfy ! Everything was super clean.

Annette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 11, 2025

Hotel manager, Julie, provided exceptional customer service. Will definitely book at this hotel in the future.

Chiara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 18, 2025

Perfect rest after a long day

Super nice staff and amazing room. The bed is sooooo comfortable. The value here is great. If it’s available book it

Ricky, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nov 3, 2025

TV did not work. Let our "concierge" know. Said they would come right away. Guess they came while we were gone at wedding. TV was not fixed and no communication. Very disappointed. Would expect more for the price paid.

Tiffany, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 2, 2025

Great location

Cindy Laliemthavixay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 30, 2025

Our second stay at Surfbreak Hotel and still love it! Quiet, family-friendly, and super convenient with the free San Clemente trolley stop right at the corner. We’ll definitely be back!

Stephanie, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Oct 21, 2025

Drawers were very dusty.. we hung up some clothes and left the rest in our luggage bag. Bed was very uncomfortable... sagged towards the middle. WIFI was horrible. Noise from freeway was too much. Havinh noone at the front desk most of the time was very impersonal and the nymber they give you to call... no one answers.

Jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 30, 2025

Quaint place has everything needed to feel comfortable. Patio table outside door overlooking ocean is nice.

Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 6, 2025

Serene setup and cozy bed.

Theresa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 24, 2025

Clean, close to everything you need. Bed is comfortable, easy check in and out online with a code, microwave and small fridge are inside the room. Close to the beach ! Reasonable pricing !

hamid, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 4, 2025

Bed is really comfortable!

siena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 7, 2025

Beautiful rooms, great views. Loved it.

Slater, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Aug 4, 2025

I was told I could check in early..Surfbreak staff, nobody showed up or no code was sent till 3:30 wife went up to the room and it hadn’t been cleaned we were than advised room should be ready by 5:30 ? We cancelled with hotel staff at that point and stayed elsewhere

shaun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 25, 2024

Staff is wonderful! We loved our stay, super cute hotel.

Alexandrea, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jul 14, 2025

Could not get service by phone at all

Thomas, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan 28, 2024

Centrally located and easy parking. Staff was friendly and efficient in checkin.

Rex, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 28, 2025

I was able to get the room for a very good price so I was nervous that it would be kind of crappy and rundown but it was just the opposite. The room was very clean, spacious, and renovations were recently done which definitely gave it a newer, more modern feel. It was an ocean-facing room, but still quiet at night and really closeby to the SC pier/downtown SC, near lots of shops and restaurants which was very nice! Overall, very cute and cozy place and I liked that there were no overnight fee/incidentals (unless you happen to damage the room). The only thing I didn’t really like was that after 5/6 PM there is no one at the front desk office to help you out with anything.

Madison, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 24, 2023

Clean and local, nice, modern rooms with a Beachhead feel.

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 12, 2024

Cute cozy hotel close to the beach, and downtown ,spacious clean bedroom, comfortable bed. Lovely town

Ana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 2, 2024

Loved our stay! The resort was clean and beautiful and the staff was incredible! Stevie jo was beyond friendly and kind ♥️ we will definitely be back!

Lindsay, 2-night trip