Name: Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
Address: 8122 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, California, United States of America, Moss Landing, California, US
Price range: $136–$383 per night
Rating: 8.8

What guests think

At Captain's Inn at Moss Landing, travelers consistently highlight the quiet, scenic setting on the slough with abundant wildlife, along with unique, view-focused rooms and soaking tubs, making it a characterful base within walking distance of the beach and marina.

Many guests find rooms and common areas clean and comfortable, and appreciate decks plus a simple shared kitchen. Service is largely remote; multiple reviews report confusing check-in, door-code or credit-card verification hassles, and no staff on site at times. Recurring drawbacks include thin walls, occasional hot-water or water-pressure issues, some firm or very high beds, spotty Wi-Fi, and limited in-room amenities like A/C or private fridges. Expect a scenic, self-directed stay with plenty of character.

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Facilities

Guests value the simple shared kitchen and deck areas for relaxing and wildlife viewing. Some mention limited on-site parking.

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Daria

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cute and quaint property in moss landing! The building had a lot of character and unexpected amenities like hot chocolate, board games and deck space. A few options near by for food and coffee which was helpful before or after activities in the area. I’d definitely stay again!

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Katie

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Oh Captain, my Captain! Moss Landing is such a hidden treasure, and this was an amazing way to spend the night! The view, the soaking tub, the bed, the decorations, the viewing deck... it was all wonderful to experience! Watching the birds and the otters in the Slough was spectacular! It was quiet and people were respectful of the quiet times. The tub filled up and the water was so hot the entire time. The bed was a little hard, but I slept like a rock! The Innkeeper was delightful, helpful, and knowledgeable about the area! The snacks, treats, and beverages that were available in the common room were great options. I cannot wait to come back to this place again!

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Richard

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean & quiet I did not see any staff present during our brief 1 night stay The parking could be better. They apparently allowed a kayak boat trailer to take up one of the very few parking spaces near our room so we had to park on the street in front of the hotel which I was not anywhere close to our room.

10

Nicea

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love Captain’s Inn at Moss Landing. It’s immaculately clean and so peaceful. We love the riverfront rooms where we can watch lots of wildlife in the quiet mornings. We also love the convenience of having a kitchen in the property where we can go in & out and use the hotel’s plates/cups/utensils. We love our short walks to the beach or the marina.

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JON

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is located on Moss landing, which is about 25 minutes to the Fisherman’s wharf. It’s located right off the Salinas river. To go to the beach you just need to go over the bridge and dunes. Ocean by this area has strong current. Don’t recommend getting in water. Inn is in Quiet location with minimal traffic. Everything is virtual, including your check-in. No one is on staff. They offer cereal and danish for breakfast. Coffee or tea. No refrigerator in room, but there is a refrigerator everyone can use. You just need to label your stuff in frig. no ice machine. But they do provide some ice. Internet is a little bit spotty. Inn has Nice romantic, vibe, and relaxing getaway.

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Peter

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Still not accustomed to a property with no personnel present. But once we got past the call center and digital locks, the room and living area were cozy and quiet. Very glad we found this.

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Sara

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There were three of us staying in the Dock Holiday room which had a full size refrigerator and stove. Really enjoyed the deck. They are kinda strict about only people staying on property hanging with us, so might be good to know if you are staying there.

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Eli

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice property, with a good-sized common area. Great views of the coastal dunes and sunset. A bit strange to need to provide a cc# by phone at check-in to obtain the door access code.

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Anita

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Outstanding location with facilities that are an excellent value. We were comfortable and happy to be guests. Will definitely return.

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Gary

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay. Common area for reading and a shared space for eating. No staff on site.

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe rooms and grounds as clean or immaculate. A few guests reported lapses like dusty baseboards, hair in showers, or dirty floors.

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Karina

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location and grounds of hotel are wonderful, quiet and peaceful. The room itself was disappointing: Sink was clogged, took good 15 minutes of manipulation to make it work. No hot water in the shower, just warm and in our “romantic shower for two” one side of shower wasn’t working properly Cheep microfiber bedding Not very clean, we had to have our son to wear shoes all the time, because after one hour of barefoot his soles were super dirty. Shower had hair on the wall and bathroom baseboards are super dusty. Soundproof is bad too, we stayed on the lower level and could hear everything what was going on above us, and people weren’t loud just doing regular things.

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William

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet getaway from hustle and bustle. Spent a little more and stayed in a room overlooking the river. Clean comfortable room and good quality nights sleep. Property well taken care of. Happy and will stay there again.

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Maria

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the Sanctuary Room and it was lovely to look out at the water. Very clean and picturesque. The managers answered every time we called and were very helpful.

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James

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very unique experience being in a Victorian house by the sea. Very clean

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Robin

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is a surprise. Simple appearing on the outside, our room was a hidden gem on the inside. We stayed in one of the rooms facing the slough, and it was wonderful. We had a beautiful view of the bird life flying back and forth, various critters appearing and and marine life in the water. The room was clean, compact and well appointed. The bed comfortable, shower excellent and our space was quiet. The highlight is the amazing view. We could have spent all day sipping wine, reading good books and taking in the sights from our windows. Highly recommend. Robin

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Nicea

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love Captain’s Inn at Moss Landing. It’s immaculately clean and so peaceful. We love the riverfront rooms where we can watch lots of wildlife in the quiet mornings. We also love the convenience of having a kitchen in the property where we can go in & out and use the hotel’s plates/cups/utensils. We love our short walks to the beach or the marina.

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Danielle

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at Moss Landing was beautiful and peaceful. It was clean and the view was spectacular, I would definitely stay again!

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Jeremy

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place was extremely clean and sanitary. Thats honestly my biggest requirement. It was easy check by calling a 24 hour receptionist and they text you your room and code to get in. Lots of cool decor (bed was sitting on a boat trailer, etc) and THE VIEW was amazing. I spotted a lot of birds and even an Otter floating by.

10

Melanie

Dec 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place was absolutely amazing! Very clean with unbelievable views! Can't wait to go back ❤️

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Marilyn

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room with a view and balcony. Lots of outlets for any charging, clean and comfy. Would reserve again if going to that area.

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Rooms

Rooms are uniquely decorated with standout views; many feature soaking tubs or fireplaces that create a romantic feel. Trade-offs noted across reviews include thin walls, occasional hot-water/pressure issues, some firm or tall beds, spotty Wi-Fi, and limited in-room A/C or fridges.

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Victor

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Inn is located in the perfect spot, the rooms are a bit outdated, no A/C. Very nice views, I purchased the romance package as it was for our anniversary. When we arrived I was going to surprise my wife, but i was surprised myself. There was nothing there. I called in and they said they would deliver within 30 minutes. The point was to have everything there by the time we got there. I just requested to cancel it, they insisted. They did deliver even though i told them not to and they even said it would be free of charge. They did refund the majority but not a full refund. I would say, there are better places for the price in the area.

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Paul

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing stay. This is our go to spot when we need a date night overnight stay. The room and view is amazing. Service is friendly and welcoming. Our third time staying here and we love it.

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Mark

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed at the Sanctuary for a couple of nights. Wonderful property and wonderful room. The fireplace made it nice and cozy. Will definitely return.

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Kim

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property was definitely unique. However, the bed was extremely uncomfortable (way too firm) and very high off the ground since we slept on a mattress on an actual boat. There were stepstools to get onto the bed on either side. And the bedside tables were normal size so you had to reach down almost 2 feet to put your belongings on the tables. Also, the water pressure was poor and the water heater must be for the entire unit because there was hardly tepid water when I went to shower in the evening. It’s a beautiful property and I love the wildlife and the surrounding area but otherwise I wouldn’t stay there again. Also, you should know that it says that there’s a refrigerator in a microwave in the listing however it is in a common area and you have to put your name on your food in the refrigerator, so that was inconvenient. If you wanted a late night snack, you had to go out of your room, walk across a small parking lot, unlock the main building doors and go into a common area to use these amenities.

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Nicea

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love Captain’s Inn at Moss Landing. It’s immaculately clean and so peaceful. We love the riverfront rooms where we can watch lots of wildlife in the quiet mornings. We also love the convenience of having a kitchen in the property where we can go in & out and use the hotel’s plates/cups/utensils. We love our short walks to the beach or the marina.

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Greg

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is really nice. The only downside is it is REALLY quiet throughout the building. And there's a "quiet time" from 9pm to 9am. I mean it is QUIET and the walls are pretty thin. So (if you're a considerate person) you're basically whispering if you are talking with whoever you're sharing the room with. Like not even using an "inside voice" because you feel like you're going to bother other guests. We didn't even turn on the TV at night because we felt like others might hear it even at a low volume. That's a bit of an inconvenience. But if you're a quiet person/couple it would probably actually be ideal.

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Haris

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

TV did not work, outlets did not work and the WiFi was out. Very unpleasant experience from the start, I do not recommend this place to anyone who is willing to spend a little more for a better quality place.

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Lou

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed 3 nights in the suite Hide Away. There was repeated notes about quiet time and this was where people can relax. We are light sleepers and were looking forward to the peace and quit. The first night we didn’t get any sleep due to the upstairs people walking around, getting up to use the bathroom, dropping things. Housekeeping is on the other side of the bedroom wall. We almost canceled out trip, but decided to give it another try. Thank goodness no one was upstairs the rest of our stay and housekeeping wasn't working late into the night. It was quite peaceful, and exactly what we needed. The area is very unique and tranquil. We would definitely stay there again, all of the rooms are interesting and I think the boathouse rooms would be my next choice.

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Susanyelli

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We truly loved this place. We enjoyed our stay here and for sure we are looking forward to coming back again. Loved the view every morning. We enjoyed bird watching. One thing though, would be nice if the rooms had their own fridge and AC. But regardless this is a lovely place to stay. Loved the staff too. 😊

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Christine

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First of all, getting in was a pain. You can’t check in till 4:00 and the code didn’t work on the door. We had to wait some time and 3 call backs to finally get in. The room was super cute, quiet and comfortable. There is no shower, just a large tub, which is fine, but the water doesn’t get hot hot enough to fill it and be warm. All in all, we had a great time watching the birds, seals and otters out the big front windows.

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Service

Service is friendly and responsive by phone/text for many guests, but the property is largely unmanned. Recurring frustrations include confusing remote check-in, nonworking door codes, and having to provide credit-card details over the phone.

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Maria

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the Sanctuary Room and it was lovely to look out at the water. Very clean and picturesque. The managers answered every time we called and were very helpful.

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Monique

Jan 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was wonderful, bed could have been a little softer but still good. Staff via phone were friendly and helpful. Check in and check out was easy and seamless.

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Jon

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I regret booking here. We stayed in the old blue house, which creaks and kind of smells. There are no staff on site, so although they put in writing everywhere to contact them, what can really be fixed via phone? When checking in, my daughter needed the bathroom desperately. The check in agent on the phone would not give us the code to get in the room until after i gave my credit card. I had prepaid, mind you, so why not respond graciously so my daughter could go to the bathroom? Also, he was hard to understand. When we got into the room, the window was open and it was cold and damp. If you like old rooms and antiques and want to be left alone in the fog and drizzle to write a book, maybe you will be happy here. I was not.

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Jeremy

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place was extremely clean and sanitary. Thats honestly my biggest requirement. It was easy check by calling a 24 hour receptionist and they text you your room and code to get in. Lots of cool decor (bed was sitting on a boat trailer, etc) and THE VIEW was amazing. I spotted a lot of birds and even an Otter floating by.

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Kelli

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked through Expedia, and all communications sent to me through Expedia about check in and other info. No mention of needing to call the inn and provide my credit card for a deposit. Received a call from someone who was very uncertain and asking for my credit card number which felt like a scam. Refused. Still no msg on Expedia about needing to provide further information to get code to check in. Called the number provided on Expedia and got the same story so provided my credit card number. Other than that everything was easy.

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Mark

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I don’t appreciate standing outside of my room calling out my credit card number into My phone do I can get the code to open my room

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Abdul

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent and great stay, lovely hosts

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Eli

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice property, with a good-sized common area. Great views of the coastal dunes and sunset. A bit strange to need to provide a cc# by phone at check-in to obtain the door access code.

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Laurence

Apr 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They never let me through the front door. After spending 30 minutes at the front door talking to someone on their "red phone" i finally gave up. They have nobody on site to assist so if there are any issues, you are at the mercy of the mystery person on the phone. That peron in my case was incompetent and rude. You have other choices of places to stay, i suggest doing so.

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Christine

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First of all, getting in was a pain. You can’t check in till 4:00 and the code didn’t work on the door. We had to wait some time and 3 call backs to finally get in. The room was super cute, quiet and comfortable. There is no shower, just a large tub, which is fine, but the water doesn’t get hot hot enough to fill it and be warm. All in all, we had a great time watching the birds, seals and otters out the big front windows.

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Location

Widely praised for a quiet, scenic spot on Elkhorn Slough with easy walks to the beach, marina, kayaking and wildlife viewing. Drawbacks mentioned are limited nearby dining that closes early and occasional highway noise or a run-down feel.

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Paul

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Simply amazing. We were looking for a peaceful getaway night and found the Captains Inn. What a perfect location right on the slough and walking distance to beach and restaurants. Great views from the room. A perfect day and night.

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ERIC

Jan 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Completely remote management, no staff. Room was a okay, very noisy (traffic) because of highway 1.

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Collette

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a wonderful view from the room of the slough. There were many different birds and sea lions going about their day. Easy access to the beach, nice walking trails and the sunsets were beautiful! Nearby restaurants that you could walk to....they were very unique. We will definitely be back here again.

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Nicea

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love Captain’s Inn at Moss Landing. It’s immaculately clean and so peaceful. We love the riverfront rooms where we can watch lots of wildlife in the quiet mornings. We also love the convenience of having a kitchen in the property where we can go in & out and use the hotel’s plates/cups/utensils. We love our short walks to the beach or the marina.

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Dennis

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

If you get a room in the boat house you have a wonderful view of the water. Very peaceful.

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Stacy

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a nice walk to the beach trail, restaurants and the marina

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Dennis

Jul 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A quick, overnight stay — thank goodness. The property itself was okay, but Moss Point is not pleasant. I wouldn’t book here again because the area is run down, many businesses are shuttered — just depressing.

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Lisa

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely views and great accessibility to kayaking or walking on Elkhorn Slough

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Lisa

Dec 24, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place with character and quiet. Close to the river and beach, great views of wildlife,

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Jason

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything as expected. Was in town for a whale watching trip at Moss Landing and a short convenient walk to where I needed to go.

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Dining

On-site options are basic and self-serve in the shared kitchen (coffee/tea and light snacks or pastries for some stays). Several guests note few nearby restaurants and early closing hours.

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Robert

Mar 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great rooms, but everything around the hotel closed at noon. So no place to eat dinner.

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Julie

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great dinner just down the street at the Sea Harvest with family . It was a beautiful evening out so we shared a bottle of wine enjoying the sunset on the property out back . The whole property and Sheba the owner was very inviting and comfortable to be around , we had a wonderful time and will definitely stay again.

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Daria

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cute and quaint property in moss landing! The building had a lot of character and unexpected amenities like hot chocolate, board games and deck space. A few options near by for food and coffee which was helpful before or after activities in the area. I’d definitely stay again!

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George

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good stay for couples, far less expensive than Monterey, not much in the area so being what you need for food and water

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JON

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is located on Moss landing, which is about 25 minutes to the Fisherman’s wharf. It’s located right off the Salinas river. To go to the beach you just need to go over the bridge and dunes. Ocean by this area has strong current. Don’t recommend getting in water. Inn is in Quiet location with minimal traffic. Everything is virtual, including your check-in. No one is on staff. They offer cereal and danish for breakfast. Coffee or tea. No refrigerator in room, but there is a refrigerator everyone can use. You just need to label your stuff in frig. no ice machine. But they do provide some ice. Internet is a little bit spotty. Inn has Nice romantic, vibe, and relaxing getaway.

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Michael

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Captain's Inn is located in a quiet area close to Elkhorn Slough- a wonderful place to go kayaking and see tons of wildlife- otters, seals, pelicans and much more. There are very limited places to eat within walking distance; there used to be a few more restaurants (and little stores) which unfortunately have closed. There are some very nice restaurants within a short drive. The room was clean and comfortable, there were several nice places to sit and relax in common areas- inside and outside. Well worth a stay here!

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Norman

Mar 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The place is quiet, clean and comfortable. The common areas are inviting and reflective. There are a couple of places to eat or get coffee. The side walks in Moss Landing roll up before 9pm. A great place to decompress. One thing that may seem minor but I found I liked. The owners responded to text messages timely.

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Stuart

Apr 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It's not made clear that this is an unmanned property and that check-in is via a phone at the entrance door that connects you to a remote call centre. It took several minutes on the phone to get checked in and to then write down the entry codes needed to get in through the front door and then the entrance code for your room. No breakfast on offer through there is a kettle and coffee maker. The property itself is fine but for the money paid, I think we should expect better service and facilities.

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Ted

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not many food choices near by. Lemongrass restaurant was good though.

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Gary

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay. Common area for reading and a shared space for eating. No staff on site.

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Month	Average price
January	$133
February	$174
March	$151
April	$181
May	$187
June	$180
July	$193
August	$205
September	$160
October	$181
November	$146
December	$128

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $155	17 $140	18 $199	19 $383
20 $157	21 $136	22 $137	23 $136	24 $137	25 $221	26 $371
27 $186	28 $141	29 $139	30 $138

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $144	2 $213	3 $256
4 $144	5 $140	6 $144	7 $185	8 $143	9 $224	10 $306
11 $209	12 $154	13 $164	14 $161	15 $164	16 $210	17 $275
18 $197	19 $182	20 $186	21 $186	22 $193	23 $205	24 $272
25 $193	26 $184	27 $186	28 $182	29 $197	30 $205	31 $272

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Romantic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, River View

Family Studio

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

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Romantic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, River View

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, River View

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