Stay at El Colibri Hotel & Spa in Cambria, CA. Enjoy chic rooms, a luxe spa, wine bar with tapas, free Wi-Fi, and easy access to Moonstone Beach and Hearst Castle.
Recent guests highlight the hotel's peaceful atmosphere, spacious rooms, and excellent service staff, alongside its convenient access to Moonstone Beach. While breakfast offerings and Wi-Fi receive mixed feedback, the overall experience appeals to those seeking relaxation and a scenic coastal stay.
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El Colibri Hotel & Spa is a Tuscan-influenced property located on Moonstone Beach Drive in Cambria, just steps from the Moonstone Beach Park boardwalk and close to Cabrillo Highway. Its setting is particularly appealing for visitors wanting easy access to scenic coastal walks and nearby attractions such as Hearst Castle, the Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center, and Fiscalini Ranch Preserve Bluff Trail.
The hotel offers chic, air-conditioned rooms with a peaceful ambiance, some featuring views of the surrounding woodlands. Facilities include a spa and hot tub, with complimentary breakfast, free parking, and Wi-Fi provided. While there is no on-site restaurant or airport shuttle, the wine bar serves California-style tapas, enhancing the overall experience. Guests traveling with pets will appreciate the pet-friendly policy, and the smoke-free environment adds to the comfort.
Guest reviews commonly praise the convenient location near the beach and the relaxing atmosphere, highlighting friendly service and spacious, clean accommodations. Some mention inconsistencies with the quality of the continental breakfast and Wi-Fi connectivity, painting a balanced picture. The peaceful setting attracts those seeking a quiet retreat, especially couples and leisure travelers looking to enjoy the coastal surroundings without extensive commercial distractions.
With check-in at 16:00 and check-out by 11:00, El Colibri Hotel & Spa suits visitors wanting a blend of laid-back coastal charm and Tuscan-inspired style. The proximity to several well-rated nearby hotels provides alternatives, but this property stands out for its intimate spa facilities and convenient beach access.
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I stayed at the Colibrí Hotel in Cambria, and my experience was wonderful. The breakfast was delicious, and the rooms are spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The atmosphere is peaceful, ideal for relaxing, and it has access to a jacuzzi and spa, which made my stay even more relaxing. In addition, the service was excellent; Erika was very friendly and always willing to help. The price is affordable and definitely worth it. I highly recommend it! Thank you
Excellent location, beautiful rooms, amazing service. The Moonstone beach boardwalk is riaht behind the hotel and it is a few mins walk to the beach. We had such a good time, the lady at the reception was very kind and helpful. Would definitely visit again!
The property is nice and the location is great. Room was spacious but the lay out was a bit irregular. The staff was pleasant. The only gripe I have is the continental breakfast. There were a few apples and bananas. Coffee was cold. Individually wrapped tiny muffins were bland and the bagels didn't look like any type of bagel that I have ever seen. Not a big deal, but worth noting.
It’s been years since we have stayed here, so we thought we would try it again! It was always good before, so we figured it wouldn’t be much of a gamble! Boy were we right! This place is still awesome! Rooms are outstanding with the extra special touches of the folded towels and tp! This place really does it right. You really can’t go wrong! We love staying here! Negative- WIFI was worthless! Horrible cell service with Verizon!
Definitely recommend this place to stay. Very quiet and relaxing. The amenities of this Hotel are worth your time. My wife and I stayed in the woodland king suite, which had a very nice view of the woodland area and a gas fire place to keep the room cozy. I will be returning to this place in the future. With parking underground and the boardwalk literally next to the Hotel 4/5 stars
I can't believe how awesome this boutique hotel is. Definitely peaceful, clean and the location is perfect. Don't look for valet and turned services, but Lisa at the front desk can help with anything, from dining options to a flashlight for a night stroll to the beach. This our new hidden gem. Love it
We enjoyed our 2 night stay at the El Colibri. Only negative was that the hotel wifi was a bit dodgy. Staff was super friendly & nice. Good rooms great location, few steps away from the Moonstone boardwalk. Loved going out there for walks with our dog. Free EV charging was a bonus!
We stayed here for 2 days while visiting relatives. Weekend rates are much higher than the week. Our room was upstairs with a tree view. We could hear the ocean when the window was open which was great for sleeping. The hotel has plenty of parking and an easy path to the beach boardwalk. The front desk hostess was great! Very helpful and friendly. The lobby has some snacks for purchase and a drink case, plus a on tap beer and wine set up for purchase. We had a room with a jetted tub,but the tub was only big enough for one person at a time. There was no bathroom vent which was strange to me. Room had a mini fridge but no microwave. Bed was comfortable and room was spacious with a fireplace. The continental breakfast was crappy. We must have missed the fresh food options. All that was left were overprocessed, sugary packaged donuts.~ Crap food. One would think that a hotel styled as a spa hotel with luxury prices would provide better and healthier grab and go options.~
Set near the Cabrillo Highway, this luxe Tuscan-style hotel is across the street from Moonstone Beach Park and 8 miles from Hearst Castle.
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