We stayed here on our way back from five nights at the Ritz Carlton in Half Moon Bay. We had stayed at the the Landings on our way up the coast from Los Angeles. We arrived late and there was no problem checking in. We asked about breakfast places for the next morning and thought it was odd later when we learned that the motel had a complimentary continental breakfast that the desk clerk never mentioned it to us. The room and property setup was typical of most of the motels along Moonstone drive. No real view except of the cars in the central parking lot. but of course the boardwalk is right across the road so you can't get any closer along there to the water. You can hear the waves all night long if you leave your window open. We were surprised in the morning when we went to open our windows to find that they had been unlocked all night. Apparently the housekeeping staff does not lock them when they clean so make sure you check them before turning in. The room came with a video tape player which we found kind of quaint but not very useful for the DVDs we brought. Our bathroom had the same peeling wallpaper and shower mold as described elsewhere but we saw some of the same at the Ritz Carlton and they charged alot more than $159 a night. The toilet seat in our bathroom needed to be replaces as it was showing signs of bubbling paint. But everything worked and we were just looking for a place to sleep before heading out again. The Landings was a bit nicer and brought the breakfast to your room which was nice but it also cost more.

The Sea Otter Inn was so nice. It's just steps to the beach, the rooms are so clean and new. Friendly staff.

The Sea Otter Inn was so nice. It's just steps to the beach, the rooms are so clean and new. Friendly staff.

Beds uncomfortable; could hear pool pump from neighboring property all night; mold in shower; wallpaper peeling; decorations fell from wall into bed; staff did nothing when a car alarm went off every 2.5 hours during the night and frankly, couldn't care less when we told them of our concerns.

A wonderful, clean peaceful place to spend a few days. Staff was very pleasant