Name: Les Artistes Inn
Address: 944 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, California, United States of America, Del Mar, California, US
Price range: $197–$247 per night
Rating: 8.73

What guests think

Reviews describe Les Artistes Inn as a quirky, boutique stay with artistic, themed rooms, friendly owners, and a walkable Del Mar location near the beach, though amenities are simple and the property shows age in places.

Guests highlight peaceful courtyards with fountains, fireplaces and patios, plus occasional ocean views or private hot tubs. Rooms are uniquely decorated and beds are comfortable, but some are small, dated, or have maintenance quirks and light or noise from neighbors or traffic. Cleanliness is generally good yet inconsistent, with several reports of spiders, ants, or dust alongside praise for spotless housekeeping. Expect a character-filled, low-frills stay best for travelers who value charm over polish.

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Facilities

Courtyards with fountains, fireplaces and patios stand out, and some rooms include private hot tubs or ocean-view balconies. Standard amenities are limited (no ice machine, few in-room extras), and small maintenance hiccups occur.

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Arturo

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in downtown Del Mar just two blocks from the coast but with a great view of the ocean. Rustic Spanish style hotel w charming room. Comfortable bed, log fireplace, balcony w views. Romantic stay.

8

Marisse

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My BF and I enjoyed everything about our stay. We booked the private room with the jacuzzi. The location was perfect and we had the best view to watch the sunset! Farmers market was right across the street and there’s a restaurants right outside too. Super safe location, staff/owners are sweet and welcoming. We will be back :))

8

Cynthia

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sort of a funky place that is charming and eclectic. Bed was very comfortable, room was clean and quiet. We had the garden view room and while the garden is small it’s very nice. Only had a couple of suggestions for improvement- the hair dryer did not work and please consider putting 2 hooks on the back of the bathroom door - there is NO place to hang bath towels to dry. Also, there was no bottled water in the little fridge (which was not plugged in) and no where to get one at check in. Would be nice for you to have two bottles on the table in the room. This is a comfortable place to stay and different from a sterile chain hotel!

10

Laura

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Incredible property with lovely detail to design. Felt like a Spanish mission. Very secluded once behind gate. So clean and visually appealing. Felt incredibly relaxed the moment You walked in. Waterfalls through are soothing. Each room is unique with own special touches. It feels like you’re staying in your own bedroom, not a ‘hotel’. The Premier corner room was exceptional - great size, very private , large wrap around patio including hot tub, grill, table and chairs, love seat and fire pit - all with an ocean view. Highly recommend for a romantic getaway. Will definitely return when visiting in the future.

10

Rebecca

Apr 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had our own private jacuzzi, fountain, fireplace and patio. It was perfect for our anniversary.

10

Tracy

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Omg can't say enough good things about this place! Staff was FANTASTIC so so friendly and helpful. The rooms are immaculate the bed is super comfy best night sleep in ages! This place is so unique its like stepping into an italian villa so charming I could just hang out there and see nothing else and be perfectly content. I was in the Van Gogh room and it had a great ocean view. Now is not your typical chain hotel they even had real keys! So no ice machine vending machines etc. But who needs it! Had a nice little walkable town with shops and tons of restaurants. Highly recommend and will be back!

10

Tami

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is very charming and unique. Quite boho. I loved the leaded windows and the Juliet balcony. There was a nice ocean view from my 2nd floor window. I enjoyed the fireplace and the fire log that was included with the room. The ladies who work at the front desk were so friendly and polite that it would be worth it to return to this hotel just to see them.

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michael

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a must see amazing beauty. Neatly laid out. Community fireplace in the morning, why you're drinking your coffee Quiet. It is one of the nicest places I've ever stayed in California.

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cathy

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The owner was so gracious and walked me to my room and turned on the fountains for ambiance. Very safe location as I was traveling alone. Very eclectic

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Lawrence

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Old style hotel, reasonably priced for both the room and pets, clean, comfortable and quiet. Small staff that are very friendly. No coffee maker in the room, nor an ironing board, but both available in the corridor. No breakfast or food pantry available, but close to many eating establishments. Some complimentary fruits and pastries were available in the morning. Free parking and two blocks from ocean. We would stay here again.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many guests found rooms clean and some praised spotless housekeeping, while others reported pests (ants, spiders, moths, silverfish), dust, or stained linens, and occasional lapses like sandy floors or no housekeeping service.

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Juan

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

this place was dirty. It was unsafe. There were people outside harassing us. They were doing construction. It was noisy. The restaurant had mold. The sheets were dirty. The lamps were not working not enough parking.

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michael

Jul 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When I arrived at 8:45 pm and they walked me to the room, the doors and windows were wide open, no screens. Airing out? A lot of plants around. The mattress pad was too small and felt on edges. Woke up with 7 bed bug or bug bites around my ankles which itch. Saw particles on sheets near ankles. Checking out and found ants on clothes in suitcase, I’m out of hearDel Mar is one of nicest areas near beach and this is tired old place and not cheap.

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Tanya

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I wouldn’t come back. There were ants in the second floor room I was in. They gave me a stained bedspread with a big hole to put on the bed since I had a dog ( not super pet friendly). There were spider webs in the common area. The skylight didn’t have a shade with a remote (they make them), so it was super bright first thing in the morning. Oh and the picture of the nude woman above the bed in the room next door was distasteful.

8

Alma

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and quiet

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William

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No Ice Machine. Spiders and spider webs in corners and bathroom, cushions on the seats dirty. The view was good

10

Alejandro

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean beds. Easy check in. Cute property.

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Juan

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is very unique and has a great theme, setting to it. Staff are nice. However, the cleanliness within the room needs to be better. We had moths, 4 or 5 huge daddy long leg spiders, ant trail from the toilet to the shower corner, and silver fish on the ceiling. And cob webs underneath the headboard portion above the pillows.

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Laura

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Each room was personally crafted and curated, in addition to the number of details the owners had thought of to ensure guests' comfort. It was quiet, clean, and housekeeping was spotless I would stay again!

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Al

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was very nice. Clean and orderly. We definitely will return.

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Donna

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Messy. Dirty.

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Rooms

Uniquely themed rooms with lots of character and comfortable beds; some offer balconies or partial ocean views. Downsides include small or dated spaces, thin sound insulation, bright skylights, and occasional maintenance quirks.

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Arturo

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in downtown Del Mar just two blocks from the coast but with a great view of the ocean. Rustic Spanish style hotel w charming room. Comfortable bed, log fireplace, balcony w views. Romantic stay.

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Ian

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I stayed in the Monet room, which was perfect for a single person or couple. I stayed as a single with my small dog. I had plenty of room for my yoga mat and his crate along with his separate dog bed. A small desk space for my laptop and shelves for my books. The added bonuses were the jet bathtub, the nice wood framed bed, bed bench, day bed, tiny balcony with a beautiful cascading garden water feature. And many artistic touches. It was quiet and serene. I would love to stay here again.

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Mark

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I like to start by saying the lady works at the desk is great. She is from Thailand and I also speak Thai so we had a fun time talking but the places definitely not peaceful as it says in some of the reviews. The hotel sits right off a main road and even though there is a wall in front, you could still hear the traffic and of course landscapers were mowing grass at 8 AM in the morning. The rooms are charming, and very accommodating, but not insulated for sound. You can also hear the people next-door taking a shower The sheets and blankets were very nice.

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Cynthia

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sort of a funky place that is charming and eclectic. Bed was very comfortable, room was clean and quiet. We had the garden view room and while the garden is small it’s very nice. Only had a couple of suggestions for improvement- the hair dryer did not work and please consider putting 2 hooks on the back of the bathroom door - there is NO place to hang bath towels to dry. Also, there was no bottled water in the little fridge (which was not plugged in) and no where to get one at check in. Would be nice for you to have two bottles on the table in the room. This is a comfortable place to stay and different from a sterile chain hotel!

10

Sean

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Unique, charming place. Walking close to Del Mar village, shops, dining, etc. and beach. I had a room on the 2nd/top floor which had a partial view of the ocean. Great location and views for the price.

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Irene

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was good...our only issues with the hotel was floors had sand all over and no housekeeping services. I wished we knew this in advance. The owners are very nice and friendly. Roo S could use some repairs/updating. Our room was very tiny and virtually zero storage space. They call it an ocean view, but you only catch a small window of it. The place is very quaint and convenient walk to downtown Del Mar and the beach.

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Maxine

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I was on the first floor and you could hear the guests above me.Also, the room had a combo bath and shower. There was not anything on the floor of the tub to prevent you from slipping and hurting yourself.

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MATTHEW

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely, fun hotel within walking distance of the beach and of great dining spots. Beautiful ocean view in the upstairs rooms. It really felt like we could leave our lives behind and have a getaway.

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Peter

Sep 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

A charming and eclectic property that is well past its prime. Each of the guestrooms are decorated in a different style. Mine was entitled the 'Zen'. Room was full of some Japanese, some Chineses antiques. More of the Thrift Shop Variety. Made you feel you were sleeping in an Antique shop, an old, dark, and dusty Antique shop. Mattress felt old, with no support. I cannot say I felt comfortable.

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Jessica

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was lovely. The bed was so comfortable, the linens so soft and luxurious. The property was quirky and dated, but everything else was GREAT and it was a fantastic price for the area.

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Service

Service is a strong point: guests consistently praise the friendly, welcoming owners and accommodating staff, with mentions of personal touches and helpfulness. A few note occasional check-in hiccups.

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David

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. The hotel and room has style and nostalgia with a home away from home feel. This hotel is truly a hidden gem and I look forward to my next stay.

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Odessa

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My husband and I had a great anniversary here. The owners went above and beyond making us feel right at home. The place has a lot of character they did a great job creating a place where you feel like your in another country. Very beautiful vibes.

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Tatyana

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our room and the view. It was cozy and much more “breathable” than a standard hotel room would be. The location is prime for downtown Del Mar and was easy to get around on foot. The minor things for us because we only stayed a night was the bathtub had a leaky faucet and the windows were crickety. The front door window was see thru at night and no blind to cover it. Otherwise it was perfect and they were so sweet and accommodating for an early check in. We would stay here again.

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DAVID

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay was absolutely amazing. The room was clean and the view was amazing. The staff treated us like family and genuinely cared about our needs. We had a medical emergency come up and they were considerate in of our needs.

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Edward

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The theme and decor is unique and beautiful. The managers are extremely friendly. They went above and beyond to accommodate us. It felt like staying with family.

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Sergio

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great reception, felt like staying with family, very cozy and the hotel with a lot of personality at every corner you look and in every room with their own style

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Josefin

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Charming place with very helpful and sweet staff.

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Kathy

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely charming architecture and furnishings, totally unique. I would stay here again even with the problems with check-in

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Alex

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My friend and I had a wonderful stay at Les Artistes Inn. The hotel is full of charm and character, with a unique atmosphere that made our visit special. It’s in a great location, just a short walk from shops and restaurants. The staff were kind and helpful throughout our stay, and the beds were incredibly comfortable.

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Jessica

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was lovely. The bed was so comfortable, the linens so soft and luxurious. The property was quirky and dated, but everything else was GREAT and it was a fantastic price for the area.

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Location

Excellent for walkers: near downtown Del Mar, shops, restaurants, and the beach; some rooms have partial ocean views. Many guests liked being able to leave the car and explore on foot.

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Arturo

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in downtown Del Mar just two blocks from the coast but with a great view of the ocean. Rustic Spanish style hotel w charming room. Comfortable bed, log fireplace, balcony w views. Romantic stay.

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Tam

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tasteful decorations. Near the beach but not noisy and crowded. Good place for retreat. Not far from restaurants.

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Marisse

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My BF and I enjoyed everything about our stay. We booked the private room with the jacuzzi. The location was perfect and we had the best view to watch the sunset! Farmers market was right across the street and there’s a restaurants right outside too. Super safe location, staff/owners are sweet and welcoming. We will be back :))

10

Sean

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Unique, charming place. Walking close to Del Mar village, shops, dining, etc. and beach. I had a room on the 2nd/top floor which had a partial view of the ocean. Great location and views for the price.

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Katherine

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was charming and tasteful - being in the room was super peaceful and being out in Del Mar was super convenient. We walked to dinner and breakfast and the beach. Perfect staycation spot.

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Phillip

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in the Zen themed room and upon entering we loved it from the lovely decor and physical structure of the room to the amenities and the lovely breeze coming through the tiny but lovely back patio French doors. It is very close to the beach and I have to say that we had no ocean view but we did not miss it! This is not a cookie cutter hotel, it’s quaint and lovely. If you’re looking for a lovely, quiet place that has loads of charm, walking distance to shopping, restaurants, the beach and really wonderful public spaces, this is the place!

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SARAH

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a gem! If you are looking for a unique place to stay with a great location close to the ocean this is it. One of a kind couldn’t recommend it more. Staff was very accommodating and friendly as well.

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Lawrence

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Old style hotel, reasonably priced for both the room and pets, clean, comfortable and quiet. Small staff that are very friendly. No coffee maker in the room, nor an ironing board, but both available in the corridor. No breakfast or food pantry available, but close to many eating establishments. Some complimentary fruits and pastries were available in the morning. Free parking and two blocks from ocean. We would stay here again.

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MATTHEW

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely, fun hotel within walking distance of the beach and of great dining spots. Beautiful ocean view in the upstairs rooms. It really felt like we could leave our lives behind and have a getaway.

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Alex

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My friend and I had a wonderful stay at Les Artistes Inn. The hotel is full of charm and character, with a unique atmosphere that made our visit special. It’s in a great location, just a short walk from shops and restaurants. The staff were kind and helpful throughout our stay, and the beds were incredibly comfortable.

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Dining

On-site dining is minimal and usually no breakfast is provided, though light pastries or fruit appeared occasionally. Plenty of restaurants and cafes are an easy walk away.

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Clarita

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Its a zen environment, more of a bed and breakfast feel without the breakfast.

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Arturo

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location in downtown Del Mar just two blocks from the coast but with a great view of the ocean. Rustic Spanish style hotel w charming room. Comfortable bed, log fireplace, balcony w views. Romantic stay.

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Tam

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tasteful decorations. Near the beach but not noisy and crowded. Good place for retreat. Not far from restaurants.

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Marisse

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My BF and I enjoyed everything about our stay. We booked the private room with the jacuzzi. The location was perfect and we had the best view to watch the sunset! Farmers market was right across the street and there’s a restaurants right outside too. Super safe location, staff/owners are sweet and welcoming. We will be back :))

10

Mikie

Dec 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Charming , quaint boutique hotel near cafes and restaurants

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Jill

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful boho place. Walk to beach and restaurants. Definitely will stay there again. Staff was so nice. Owner took us on a spontaneous tour 😍

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SARAH

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a gem! If you are looking for a unique place to stay with a great location close to the ocean this is it. One of a kind couldn’t recommend it more. Staff was very accommodating and friendly as well.

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Lawrence

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Old style hotel, reasonably priced for both the room and pets, clean, comfortable and quiet. Small staff that are very friendly. No coffee maker in the room, nor an ironing board, but both available in the corridor. No breakfast or food pantry available, but close to many eating establishments. Some complimentary fruits and pastries were available in the morning. Free parking and two blocks from ocean. We would stay here again.

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Irene

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was good...our only issues with the hotel was floors had sand all over and no housekeeping services. I wished we knew this in advance. The owners are very nice and friendly. Roo S could use some repairs/updating. Our room was very tiny and virtually zero storage space. They call it an ocean view, but you only catch a small window of it. The place is very quaint and convenient walk to downtown Del Mar and the beach.

10

MATTHEW

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely, fun hotel within walking distance of the beach and of great dining spots. Beautiful ocean view in the upstairs rooms. It really felt like we could leave our lives behind and have a getaway.

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Month	Average price
January	$160
February	$153
March	$163
April	$179
May	$171
June	$205
July	$228
August	$227
September	$164
October	$166
November	$169
December	$153

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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $201	16 $197	17 $212	18	19
20 $201	21 $212	22 $247	23 $247	24 $247	25	26
27 $246	28	29	30

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Ocean View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Garden View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Garden View

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