Sanctuary Beach Resort
$474
/ night
Avg. for September
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$474
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Sanctuary Beach Resort average $340 in January, the cheapest month, and $657 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $340 |
| February | $358 |
| March | $373 |
| April | $455 |
| May | $515 |
| June | $574 |
| July | $657 |
| August | $606 |
| September | $474 |
| October | $440 |
| November | $394 |
| December | $355 |
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About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this resort include...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Marina? This resort has 460 square feet (43 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy farm to table cuisine at Salt Wood Kitchen, a seafood restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 60 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.
Location
Located in Marina, Sanctuary Beach Resort is by the ocean, a 4-minute drive from California State University Monterey Bay and 12 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf. This beach resort is 10.8 mi (17.5 km) from Maritime Museum and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Cannery Row.
What's nearby
Marina State Beach(0.2 miles)
Monterey Bay(0.3 miles)
Marina Dunes Preserve(0.7 miles)
Fort Ord Dunes State Park(2 miles)
California State University Monterey Bay(3.1 miles)
East Garrison Dog Park(5.7 miles)
Monterey State Beach(5.9 miles)
Eolian Dunes Preserve(6.2 miles)
Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course(6.7 miles)
Moss Landing Marine Laboratories(8.1 miles)
North Fremont Street(8.1 miles)
Del Monte Beach(8.4 miles)
Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve(8.5 miles)
Monterey County Fairgrounds(8.7 miles)
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute(8.9 miles)
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)(9.4 miles)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)(13.7 miles)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)(18.9 miles)
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Swimming pool
Room Service
Tour Desk
Dry Cleaning
Location
3295 Dunes Drive, Marina, California, United States of America
Marina State Beach (0.2 miles)
Monterey Bay (0.3 miles)
Marina Dunes Preserve (0.7 miles)
Fort Ord Dunes State Park (2 miles)
California State University Monterey Bay (3.1 miles)
East Garrison Dog Park (5.7 miles)
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 1,005 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
3%
Couple
60%
Family
28%
Group
5%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Sanctuary Beach Resort, travellers consistently praise the beachfront setting, relaxing atmosphere, and friendly, pet-welcoming staff, while a number also mention updated rooms with fireplaces, nightly bonfires, and convenient carts that ease movement around the spread-out property.
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What guests think
At Sanctuary Beach Resort, travellers consistently praise the beachfront setting, relaxing atmosphere, and friendly, pet-welcoming staff, while a number also mention updated rooms with fireplaces, nightly bonfires, and convenient carts that ease movement around the spread-out property.
Common drawbacks include noise between floors, limited in-room temperature control, and occasional maintenance or housekeeping lapses. Some guests noted construction activity, distant parking mitigated by shuttles, and mixed experiences with Salt Wood, ranging from excellent meals to slow service or, rarely, poor outcomes. Overall, expect a scenic, low-key beach escape with standout service and setting.
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Facilities
Beachfront grounds feature nightly bonfires and fire pits, shuttle and golf cart transport, and on-site options like pool, hot tub, spa, bocce, and yoga. Some noted cool pool temperatures, occasional construction, EV charging confusion, and parking located away from rooms.
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Satyendra
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful experience! The staff was super helpful and attentive. The room had a lovely feel to it with a nice view of the ocean and lots of little extras. We loved the restaurant on the property and the in-room breakfast. Wish the pool was a little hotter, but I was still able to enjoy it and it’s probably will be perfect for warmer weather. We’re definitely coming back when we are in the area! I recommend this place.
Wonderful experience! The staff was super helpful and attentive. The room had a lovely feel to it with a nice view of the ocean and lots of little extras. We loved the restaurant on the property and the in-room breakfast. Wish the pool was a little hotter, but I was still able to enjoy it and it’s probably will be perfect for warmer weather. We’re definitely coming back when we are in the area! I recommend this place.
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Robin
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a very nice getaway here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great view of the ocean and nightly bonfire from our patio. We had a short walk to the shore. The dinners in room and at the restaurant we both super delicious. If you like spicy I recommend the crudo. They have golf cart rides from the car to your room. Once your bags are dropped off, walking around resort is no problem. My wife thinks we’re making this a yearly stay
We had a very nice getaway here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great view of the ocean and nightly bonfire from our patio. We had a short walk to the shore. The dinners in room and at the restaurant we both super delicious. If you like spicy I recommend the crudo. They have golf cart rides from the car to your room. Once your bags are dropped off, walking around resort is no problem. My wife thinks we’re making this a yearly stay
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Diana
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is beautiful and it’s a dog friendly hotel which is why I chose it. The staff was friendly and generally helpful. The Salt Wood restaurant was delicious and they had a menu for my dog. The room was spacious, designed well and had drink and snack offerings included. I loved that it had a fireplace, large soaking tub and shower. Unfortunately, the shower didn’t drain well and the bed mattress had very little support. It was way too soft and I woke up with back pain. 1 of the 2 reading lights and an electric plug next to the bed didn’t work. I was in a bottom level suite and could hear quite a bit of noise from the people above me, as well as when the room next to me opened and closed their door. Lastly, the EV charging was misleading. The app said the rates were set by the hotel and offered free overstay charging from 12am-9am, with a 1 hr grace period. When I unplugged my car at 9:30am, after charging overnight, I was charged for a 30 min overstay. The front desk receptionist stated that the EV company set the rates and I would have to contact them to dispute the charge. I explained that the app said the hotel set the rates. She seemed confused and said she would relay the info to the manager. The lobby is very welcoming with a spacious seating area, fireplace, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and fruit available 24h. The issues I had were manageable, I would be happy to stay there again.
The location is beautiful and it’s a dog friendly hotel which is why I chose it. The staff was friendly and generally helpful. The Salt Wood restaurant was delicious and they had a menu for my dog. The room was spacious, designed well and had drink and snack offerings included. I loved that it had a fireplace, large soaking tub and shower. Unfortunately, the shower didn’t drain well and the bed mattress had very little support. It was way too soft and I woke up with back pain. 1 of the 2 reading lights and an electric plug next to the bed didn’t work. I was in a bottom level suite and could hear quite a bit of noise from the people above me, as well as when the room next to me opened and closed their door. Lastly, the EV charging was misleading. The app said the rates were set by the hotel and offered free overstay charging from 12am-9am, with a 1 hr grace period. When I unplugged my car at 9:30am, after charging overnight, I was charged for a 30 min overstay. The front desk receptionist stated that the EV company set the rates and I would have to contact them to dispute the charge. I explained that the app said the hotel set the rates. She seemed confused and said she would relay the info to the manager. The lobby is very welcoming with a spacious seating area, fireplace, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and fruit available 24h. The issues I had were manageable, I would be happy to stay there again.
10
Jana
Oct 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The resort is truly a unique and amazing property. Located right on the private beach with amenities like nightly bonfires, bocce ball, pool w/ hot tub, spa and an amazing restaurant! The restaurant on property was so spectacular with an open grill and great ambiance and incredible menu. Staff is very attentive and friendly. You move about the property in gold cars with a driver, so fun! Rooms are clean and new - beautifully decorated with a fireplace and balcony. Highly recommend!
The resort is truly a unique and amazing property. Located right on the private beach with amenities like nightly bonfires, bocce ball, pool w/ hot tub, spa and an amazing restaurant! The restaurant on property was so spectacular with an open grill and great ambiance and incredible menu. Staff is very attentive and friendly. You move about the property in gold cars with a driver, so fun! Rooms are clean and new - beautifully decorated with a fireplace and balcony. Highly recommend!
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Oscar
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Very quiet and enjoyable place. Parking is not as convenient.
Very quiet and enjoyable place. Parking is not as convenient.
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Ronald
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful spot on the pacific. Excellent staff. Restaurant on premises good. Pool is not heated very warm. I swim hard so it was ok but cold for soaking. The fireplace in the room is wonderful. I’d stay again
Beautiful spot on the pacific. Excellent staff. Restaurant on premises good. Pool is not heated very warm. I swim hard so it was ok but cold for soaking. The fireplace in the room is wonderful. I’d stay again
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Cedric
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great overall place to visit. I teally liked the pre-burning fire pits at the brach eith tables & brach chairs.
Great overall place to visit. I teally liked the pre-burning fire pits at the brach eith tables & brach chairs.
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Jana
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This resort is truly one-of-a-kind, offering a perfect beachfront location packed with top-notch amenities. The upgraded rooms are exceptional, featuring a cozy fireplace. The property has many features to keep you entertained and relaxed, including an amazing onsite restaurant, room service, bocce ball courts, a private beach, a pool, a hot tub, and a luxurious spa. The staff are incredibly attentive, professional, and genuinely committed to making your stay unforgettable. Sanctuary combines stunning scenery, amenities, and impeccable service, this resort is an absolute must-visit!
This resort is truly one-of-a-kind, offering a perfect beachfront location packed with top-notch amenities. The upgraded rooms are exceptional, featuring a cozy fireplace. The property has many features to keep you entertained and relaxed, including an amazing onsite restaurant, room service, bocce ball courts, a private beach, a pool, a hot tub, and a luxurious spa. The staff are incredibly attentive, professional, and genuinely committed to making your stay unforgettable. Sanctuary combines stunning scenery, amenities, and impeccable service, this resort is an absolute must-visit!
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Jennifer
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Second stay and even better than the first. Lovely staff and rooms. Great location on the dunes, right off Hwy 1. My only complaint is parking for hotel guests. There is public parking with beach access that takes away from guests, which also opens up to non-guests using the fire pits.
Second stay and even better than the first. Lovely staff and rooms. Great location on the dunes, right off Hwy 1. My only complaint is parking for hotel guests. There is public parking with beach access that takes away from guests, which also opens up to non-guests using the fire pits.
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Jodie
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful beach location. Booked entire road trip around a 2 night stay at this hotel. Bonus points as they were pet friendly. We booked an ocean front king with a patio. The room was perfect! The fenced in patio with 2 Adirondack chairs facing the ocean was magical. Our pups names on the dog bowls and treats was a nice touch. We enjoyed dinner at Salt Wood. However, for the price I was extremely disappointed that we weren’t given any notice of the ongoing construction/ landscaping occurring on property. I appreciate they are making improvements but walking through the “resort” amongst all the workers felt like a construction site, not a beach getaway. Yellow caution tape, paint cans, vehicles, landscapers and noise was ridiculous. We paid a hefty price to bring our 2 dogs and the pet relief area was closed die to construction according to a staff member and the area we were shown to use was a dirt field full of stickers/burrs. The only grass on property belonged to the time share units that share the property but posted signage everywhere indicated not to enter with a pet. Another bummer was that our room was directly behind the hotel’s beach fire pit area where guests sit to watch nightly sunsets. This same area is also popular for guests to use as a smoking area. Be prepared to wake up and see guests on the beach in their bathrobes, chatting loudly on their phones while dragging on their smokes. Gorgeous room, beach and view otherwise!
Beautiful beach location. Booked entire road trip around a 2 night stay at this hotel. Bonus points as they were pet friendly. We booked an ocean front king with a patio. The room was perfect! The fenced in patio with 2 Adirondack chairs facing the ocean was magical. Our pups names on the dog bowls and treats was a nice touch. We enjoyed dinner at Salt Wood. However, for the price I was extremely disappointed that we weren’t given any notice of the ongoing construction/ landscaping occurring on property. I appreciate they are making improvements but walking through the “resort” amongst all the workers felt like a construction site, not a beach getaway. Yellow caution tape, paint cans, vehicles, landscapers and noise was ridiculous. We paid a hefty price to bring our 2 dogs and the pet relief area was closed die to construction according to a staff member and the area we were shown to use was a dirt field full of stickers/burrs. The only grass on property belonged to the time share units that share the property but posted signage everywhere indicated not to enter with a pet. Another bummer was that our room was directly behind the hotel’s beach fire pit area where guests sit to watch nightly sunsets. This same area is also popular for guests to use as a smoking area. Be prepared to wake up and see guests on the beach in their bathrobes, chatting loudly on their phones while dragging on their smokes. Gorgeous room, beach and view otherwise!
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Cleanliness
Many mention clean, refreshed spaces, but several report worn rugs, sticky floors, poor drainage, or pests, and inconsistent housekeeping. Maintenance issues such as faulty showers also appear in multiple reviews.
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Enrique
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
I didn't like that there was a mouse in my room and there was too many dogs.
I didn't like that there was a mouse in my room and there was too many dogs.
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Meradith
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The property is a very nice collection of buildings. Our room was a suite (we were upgraded supposedly for free, but there was a $50 upcharge per day) and we had a partial ocean view. The separate shower and tub were lovely, and the bed and furniture were very comfortable. There were noticeable issues, however. The first was the cleanliness. The floor was sticky in a few places upon checking in, and the half and half container for coffee only had a small amount left. I would have expected this to be topped off before my arrival. Also, we had requested a change of bedding and room cleaning for our second day (not the fault of the hotel, but one of us got sick). The cleaning staff only replaced the sheet on top of the mattress, meaning our only blankets for our visit were the backup fleece blankets in the closet. And STILL the floors were not mopped, and coffee creamer not topped off. We had to supply our own! They did clean the container and left it out empty, but refilling it would have been preferred. Also, the old bedding was left on the outside patio instead of getting taken away by the staff. The second issue I had was a lack of temperature control. There’s no A/C or climate control in the room, there’s a fireplace for heat and open windows for cooling. It made it hard to sleep through the night, especially with the thin fleece blankets. The front desk staff were great, and made an effort to be understanding and accommodating. I’m unsure if I would stay here again.
The property is a very nice collection of buildings. Our room was a suite (we were upgraded supposedly for free, but there was a $50 upcharge per day) and we had a partial ocean view. The separate shower and tub were lovely, and the bed and furniture were very comfortable. There were noticeable issues, however. The first was the cleanliness. The floor was sticky in a few places upon checking in, and the half and half container for coffee only had a small amount left. I would have expected this to be topped off before my arrival. Also, we had requested a change of bedding and room cleaning for our second day (not the fault of the hotel, but one of us got sick). The cleaning staff only replaced the sheet on top of the mattress, meaning our only blankets for our visit were the backup fleece blankets in the closet. And STILL the floors were not mopped, and coffee creamer not topped off. We had to supply our own! They did clean the container and left it out empty, but refilling it would have been preferred. Also, the old bedding was left on the outside patio instead of getting taken away by the staff. The second issue I had was a lack of temperature control. There’s no A/C or climate control in the room, there’s a fireplace for heat and open windows for cooling. It made it hard to sleep through the night, especially with the thin fleece blankets. The front desk staff were great, and made an effort to be understanding and accommodating. I’m unsure if I would stay here again.
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rezwana
Jan 3, 2023
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We enjoyed the view from our oceanfront room and found the staff to be very friendly. We also appreciated the shuttle service from lobby to the room and used it several times. However, the bathroom shower head was rather unaccommodating. There was no way to change the flow setting and the water just kind of drizzled, took forever to take a shower and the soap kept accumulating. My husband actually slipped in the shower and hurt his head because of the poor water flow and soap accumulation. While he was fortunate to get away with slight pains only, I definitely think that the condition of the shower is likely to pose serious hazards to others. I definitely urge the owners to look into this matter seriously.
We enjoyed the view from our oceanfront room and found the staff to be very friendly. We also appreciated the shuttle service from lobby to the room and used it several times. However, the bathroom shower head was rather unaccommodating. There was no way to change the flow setting and the water just kind of drizzled, took forever to take a shower and the soap kept accumulating. My husband actually slipped in the shower and hurt his head because of the poor water flow and soap accumulation. While he was fortunate to get away with slight pains only, I definitely think that the condition of the shower is likely to pose serious hazards to others. I definitely urge the owners to look into this matter seriously.
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Yen-Ting
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was on the surface fine but lots of problems. The shower handle on the tub didn’t work. The faucets on the tub required a lot of force. The standalone shower didn’t drain. The bathroom door frequently jammed. The curtains were inoperable. Not at all consistent with the price point of the hotel.
The room was on the surface fine but lots of problems. The shower handle on the tub didn’t work. The faucets on the tub required a lot of force. The standalone shower didn’t drain. The bathroom door frequently jammed. The curtains were inoperable. Not at all consistent with the price point of the hotel.
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Anastasia
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our cottage was freshly painted, and the paint smell is still pretty strong. Also, the shower wasn’t draining properly.
Our cottage was freshly painted, and the paint smell is still pretty strong. Also, the shower wasn’t draining properly.
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Jana
Oct 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The resort is truly a unique and amazing property. Located right on the private beach with amenities like nightly bonfires, bocce ball, pool w/ hot tub, spa and an amazing restaurant! The restaurant on property was so spectacular with an open grill and great ambiance and incredible menu. Staff is very attentive and friendly. You move about the property in gold cars with a driver, so fun! Rooms are clean and new - beautifully decorated with a fireplace and balcony. Highly recommend!
The resort is truly a unique and amazing property. Located right on the private beach with amenities like nightly bonfires, bocce ball, pool w/ hot tub, spa and an amazing restaurant! The restaurant on property was so spectacular with an open grill and great ambiance and incredible menu. Staff is very attentive and friendly. You move about the property in gold cars with a driver, so fun! Rooms are clean and new - beautifully decorated with a fireplace and balcony. Highly recommend!
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Debbie
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Thought I’d try somewhere different, as I’m in the area quite frequently. What a mistake. This place is an absolute joke. Checked in & they couldn’t offer keys- said to call them when coming & going, waiting for someone to meet me at the room to allow entry. Wow, super inconvenient, but thought ok, things happen. They’ve now brought me FIVE different sets of keys & I’ve been locked out of my room TWICE today. With medication I need, inside. The girl at the front desk doesn’t appear to understand English, offers zero help & has to have someone call back with every complaint. Manager called back with little to no help. Have literally had to talk with a manager MULTIPLE times, in less than 24 hours. I’m now on the 6th set of keys in less than 24 hours. No thermostat! Whom has a room you cannot control the temperature? Extremely loud, although they claim sound proofed rooms, which it seems everyone complains about. Went through a recent renovation according to their site, but things are quite run down. Dead RAT right outside my room & this must be usual, as I now notice rat traps everywhere. The smoke detector is BRIGHTLY flashing, flooding the room with flashing light all night. It’s obviously a problem, as they’ve attempted placing stickers of some sort over the units. And ceiling soiled in the area around it. Online they didn’t make it clear you must park super far from your room, which I’m sure would be an issue for many. I’m not super bothered, but it’s inconvenient.
Thought I’d try somewhere different, as I’m in the area quite frequently. What a mistake. This place is an absolute joke. Checked in & they couldn’t offer keys- said to call them when coming & going, waiting for someone to meet me at the room to allow entry. Wow, super inconvenient, but thought ok, things happen. They’ve now brought me FIVE different sets of keys & I’ve been locked out of my room TWICE today. With medication I need, inside. The girl at the front desk doesn’t appear to understand English, offers zero help & has to have someone call back with every complaint. Manager called back with little to no help. Have literally had to talk with a manager MULTIPLE times, in less than 24 hours. I’m now on the 6th set of keys in less than 24 hours. No thermostat! Whom has a room you cannot control the temperature? Extremely loud, although they claim sound proofed rooms, which it seems everyone complains about. Went through a recent renovation according to their site, but things are quite run down. Dead RAT right outside my room & this must be usual, as I now notice rat traps everywhere. The smoke detector is BRIGHTLY flashing, flooding the room with flashing light all night. It’s obviously a problem, as they’ve attempted placing stickers of some sort over the units. And ceiling soiled in the area around it. Online they didn’t make it clear you must park super far from your room, which I’m sure would be an issue for many. I’m not super bothered, but it’s inconvenient.
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Todd
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
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Richard
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a beautiful resort! I spent some time there for a girls weekend and it was so relaxing. The rooms are updated and clean, and they even leave snacks for you at no additional charge. The views from our patio were absolutely amazing. We were right on the beach. The first day was a little chilly, but they have blankets for you to take outdoors if necessary. They light bonfires in the evening and have many chairs available for their guests right on the beach. Saltwood restaurant is onsite and we had a really great dinner there too along with some drinks. It is really a wonderful little hideaway from all of the hustle and bustle. If you need a special getaway I would highly recommend a stay here.
What a beautiful resort! I spent some time there for a girls weekend and it was so relaxing. The rooms are updated and clean, and they even leave snacks for you at no additional charge. The views from our patio were absolutely amazing. We were right on the beach. The first day was a little chilly, but they have blankets for you to take outdoors if necessary. They light bonfires in the evening and have many chairs available for their guests right on the beach. Saltwood restaurant is onsite and we had a really great dinner there too along with some drinks. It is really a wonderful little hideaway from all of the hustle and bustle. If you need a special getaway I would highly recommend a stay here.
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Catherine
Oct 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was super friendly, but there were things missing from the room cleaning team, like an issue with pullout couch sheets, no shampoo no coffee, no hand soap. Good stay, generally.
The staff was super friendly, but there were things missing from the room cleaning team, like an issue with pullout couch sheets, no shampoo no coffee, no hand soap. Good stay, generally.
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Rooms
Guests love oceanfront suites with fireplaces, patios, and updated decor, often finding them comfortable and well equipped. Recurring complaints involve poor soundproofing and limited climate control, plus occasional faulty fixtures or soft mattresses.
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jillian
Jul 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Updated rooms were beautifully done
Updated rooms were beautifully done
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Abdelhalim
Dec 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The beach is gorgeous. But this isn't the upscale resort that it is marketed as. The facilities are old and rundown. The "suites" are pretty small, and the amenities are not all that.
The beach is gorgeous. But this isn't the upscale resort that it is marketed as. The facilities are old and rundown. The "suites" are pretty small, and the amenities are not all that.
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Francis
Mar 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Family oriented hotel. Catered to families with kids. Great views and friendly staff. Everything was clean. I suggest staying on an upper floor as you will hear every footstep from the exterior to the inside of the rooms.
Family oriented hotel. Catered to families with kids. Great views and friendly staff. Everything was clean. I suggest staying on an upper floor as you will hear every footstep from the exterior to the inside of the rooms.
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Diana
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is beautiful and it’s a dog friendly hotel which is why I chose it. The staff was friendly and generally helpful. The Salt Wood restaurant was delicious and they had a menu for my dog. The room was spacious, designed well and had drink and snack offerings included. I loved that it had a fireplace, large soaking tub and shower. Unfortunately, the shower didn’t drain well and the bed mattress had very little support. It was way too soft and I woke up with back pain. 1 of the 2 reading lights and an electric plug next to the bed didn’t work. I was in a bottom level suite and could hear quite a bit of noise from the people above me, as well as when the room next to me opened and closed their door. Lastly, the EV charging was misleading. The app said the rates were set by the hotel and offered free overstay charging from 12am-9am, with a 1 hr grace period. When I unplugged my car at 9:30am, after charging overnight, I was charged for a 30 min overstay. The front desk receptionist stated that the EV company set the rates and I would have to contact them to dispute the charge. I explained that the app said the hotel set the rates. She seemed confused and said she would relay the info to the manager. The lobby is very welcoming with a spacious seating area, fireplace, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and fruit available 24h. The issues I had were manageable, I would be happy to stay there again.
The location is beautiful and it’s a dog friendly hotel which is why I chose it. The staff was friendly and generally helpful. The Salt Wood restaurant was delicious and they had a menu for my dog. The room was spacious, designed well and had drink and snack offerings included. I loved that it had a fireplace, large soaking tub and shower. Unfortunately, the shower didn’t drain well and the bed mattress had very little support. It was way too soft and I woke up with back pain. 1 of the 2 reading lights and an electric plug next to the bed didn’t work. I was in a bottom level suite and could hear quite a bit of noise from the people above me, as well as when the room next to me opened and closed their door. Lastly, the EV charging was misleading. The app said the rates were set by the hotel and offered free overstay charging from 12am-9am, with a 1 hr grace period. When I unplugged my car at 9:30am, after charging overnight, I was charged for a 30 min overstay. The front desk receptionist stated that the EV company set the rates and I would have to contact them to dispute the charge. I explained that the app said the hotel set the rates. She seemed confused and said she would relay the info to the manager. The lobby is very welcoming with a spacious seating area, fireplace, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and fruit available 24h. The issues I had were manageable, I would be happy to stay there again.
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Arunita
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful property and landscape and good food. A few challenges were (1) the weather being too chilly and windy to enjoy the beach and bonfires, but obviously not under our control and that’s what’s expected in norcal, (2) no air conditioning in the room we were in so we had to switch multiple times between opening the windows and balcony doors, getting very chilly, and turning on the fireplace, getting really hot and stuffy., (3) the spa service was nice but it was loud for a spa. You could hear the next door neighbors and the massage tables for some reason shook during the session. But overall, it was a very relaxing experience. And I would go back again just to enjoy the peace and quiet and the views.
Beautiful property and landscape and good food. A few challenges were (1) the weather being too chilly and windy to enjoy the beach and bonfires, but obviously not under our control and that’s what’s expected in norcal, (2) no air conditioning in the room we were in so we had to switch multiple times between opening the windows and balcony doors, getting very chilly, and turning on the fireplace, getting really hot and stuffy., (3) the spa service was nice but it was loud for a spa. You could hear the next door neighbors and the massage tables for some reason shook during the session. But overall, it was a very relaxing experience. And I would go back again just to enjoy the peace and quiet and the views.
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Natalie
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed an oceanfront king suite with pull out sofa. What an absolutely amazing experience. The room was right on the beach, the sand literally up to the patio. Everything was perfect, from the room and amenities to our meal at Saltwood!
We enjoyed an oceanfront king suite with pull out sofa. What an absolutely amazing experience. The room was right on the beach, the sand literally up to the patio. Everything was perfect, from the room and amenities to our meal at Saltwood!
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Ronald
Oct 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful spot on the pacific. Excellent staff. Restaurant on premises good. Pool is not heated very warm. I swim hard so it was ok but cold for soaking. The fireplace in the room is wonderful. I’d stay again
Beautiful spot on the pacific. Excellent staff. Restaurant on premises good. Pool is not heated very warm. I swim hard so it was ok but cold for soaking. The fireplace in the room is wonderful. I’d stay again
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Edward
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location on the beach. The rooms are well equipped with high grade consumables . The bedding was good although a little soft for my taste.
Great location on the beach. The rooms are well equipped with high grade consumables . The bedding was good although a little soft for my taste.
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Summer
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I would echo what some other reviewers have mentioned that the sound proofing is not great between rooms especially if you are on the bottom level. We could very vividly hear whomever was above us specifically at night while we were trying to sleep. I brought ear plugs so that was helpful but I would never stay on the bottom floor again if we came back. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay, the amenities, property layout, and the staff. The yoga in the morning was so so wonderful- highly recommend! Would love to come back during a warmer month when it’s not as rainy or windy. We did leave a breakfast request outside our door the first night and no one ever came to get it- not the biggest deal but I’m not sure why they give you those food requests to hang on your door if no one checks them.
I would echo what some other reviewers have mentioned that the sound proofing is not great between rooms especially if you are on the bottom level. We could very vividly hear whomever was above us specifically at night while we were trying to sleep. I brought ear plugs so that was helpful but I would never stay on the bottom floor again if we came back. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay, the amenities, property layout, and the staff. The yoga in the morning was so so wonderful- highly recommend! Would love to come back during a warmer month when it’s not as rainy or windy. We did leave a breakfast request outside our door the first night and no one ever came to get it- not the biggest deal but I’m not sure why they give you those food requests to hang on your door if no one checks them.
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Una
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Decent stay however rooms are not soundproof and we could hear the people upstairs walking around and the flushing of their toilet. There is also no way to manage the temperature of the room. There was a fireplace with a manual switch which meant waking up in the middle of the night to turn it on and off if we woke up freezing or too hot. Wouldn’t recommend staying in the colder months for this reason. Staff were nice and views were great.
Decent stay however rooms are not soundproof and we could hear the people upstairs walking around and the flushing of their toilet. There is also no way to manage the temperature of the room. There was a fireplace with a manual switch which meant waking up in the middle of the night to turn it on and off if we woke up freezing or too hot. Wouldn’t recommend staying in the colder months for this reason. Staff were nice and views were great.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, with thoughtful pet touches and helpful shuttles. A minority report communication issues, slow responses, key/check-in problems, or unhelpful interactions.
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Lizanne
May 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were amazing. Very accommodating and quick to respond and help.
The staff were amazing. Very accommodating and quick to respond and help.
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Monique
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The front staff’s communication lacks coordination. I had asked the receptionist to address some issues, but I didn’t receive a response until I reached out again. Overall, we had a pleasant experience, but I wish the staff were more attentive.
The front staff’s communication lacks coordination. I had asked the receptionist to address some issues, but I didn’t receive a response until I reached out again. Overall, we had a pleasant experience, but I wish the staff were more attentive.
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Jana
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sanctuary is one of my favorite resorts, not just b/c of the beauty of the hotel and the uniqueness of lodging on the beach, but because Guest Services is 10/10! From check-in, room service, the Salt Wood restaurant, to special requests, the staff is outstanding and provides an amazing experience.
Sanctuary is one of my favorite resorts, not just b/c of the beauty of the hotel and the uniqueness of lodging on the beach, but because Guest Services is 10/10! From check-in, room service, the Salt Wood restaurant, to special requests, the staff is outstanding and provides an amazing experience.
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Paula
Feb 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hospitality by everyone at the property was superb! I definitely look forward to another visit.
The hospitality by everyone at the property was superb! I definitely look forward to another visit.
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Manali
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
As Platinum member of OneKey rewards, got a free upgrade to Ocean Front Deluxe room which is part of little villa that is right on the beach. You have your balcony and then sand - when they say Ocean Front, they mean it! Room was recently updated with high quality fixtures. They also have in-room breakfast service that they give you a card to fill out and hang on your door knob the night before. Very convenient. They also do bonfires right around sunset time on the beach, and it made for a dreamy evening. The residence buildings may be a few mins of walk away from parking, but the staff is very quick in helping you get rides to the main lobby or your parking area on their shuttle and they also helped with luggage. We had no trouble ordering on Doordash, food was delivered to front desk, which they called to confirm that they received, and then it was at our door brought by one of the staff in no time! Definitely made a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!
As Platinum member of OneKey rewards, got a free upgrade to Ocean Front Deluxe room which is part of little villa that is right on the beach. You have your balcony and then sand - when they say Ocean Front, they mean it! Room was recently updated with high quality fixtures. They also have in-room breakfast service that they give you a card to fill out and hang on your door knob the night before. Very convenient. They also do bonfires right around sunset time on the beach, and it made for a dreamy evening. The residence buildings may be a few mins of walk away from parking, but the staff is very quick in helping you get rides to the main lobby or your parking area on their shuttle and they also helped with luggage. We had no trouble ordering on Doordash, food was delivered to front desk, which they called to confirm that they received, and then it was at our door brought by one of the staff in no time! Definitely made a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!
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Darryl
Aug 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Setting was nice, service poor, hotel staff unhelpful. Room not that clean. Very expensive for what it is. Area around terrible
Setting was nice, service poor, hotel staff unhelpful. Room not that clean. Very expensive for what it is. Area around terrible
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Debbie
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Thought I’d try somewhere different, as I’m in the area quite frequently. What a mistake. This place is an absolute joke. Checked in & they couldn’t offer keys- said to call them when coming & going, waiting for someone to meet me at the room to allow entry. Wow, super inconvenient, but thought ok, things happen. They’ve now brought me FIVE different sets of keys & I’ve been locked out of my room TWICE today. With medication I need, inside. The girl at the front desk doesn’t appear to understand English, offers zero help & has to have someone call back with every complaint. Manager called back with little to no help. Have literally had to talk with a manager MULTIPLE times, in less than 24 hours. I’m now on the 6th set of keys in less than 24 hours. No thermostat! Whom has a room you cannot control the temperature? Extremely loud, although they claim sound proofed rooms, which it seems everyone complains about. Went through a recent renovation according to their site, but things are quite run down. Dead RAT right outside my room & this must be usual, as I now notice rat traps everywhere. The smoke detector is BRIGHTLY flashing, flooding the room with flashing light all night. It’s obviously a problem, as they’ve attempted placing stickers of some sort over the units. And ceiling soiled in the area around it. Online they didn’t make it clear you must park super far from your room, which I’m sure would be an issue for many. I’m not super bothered, but it’s inconvenient.
Thought I’d try somewhere different, as I’m in the area quite frequently. What a mistake. This place is an absolute joke. Checked in & they couldn’t offer keys- said to call them when coming & going, waiting for someone to meet me at the room to allow entry. Wow, super inconvenient, but thought ok, things happen. They’ve now brought me FIVE different sets of keys & I’ve been locked out of my room TWICE today. With medication I need, inside. The girl at the front desk doesn’t appear to understand English, offers zero help & has to have someone call back with every complaint. Manager called back with little to no help. Have literally had to talk with a manager MULTIPLE times, in less than 24 hours. I’m now on the 6th set of keys in less than 24 hours. No thermostat! Whom has a room you cannot control the temperature? Extremely loud, although they claim sound proofed rooms, which it seems everyone complains about. Went through a recent renovation according to their site, but things are quite run down. Dead RAT right outside my room & this must be usual, as I now notice rat traps everywhere. The smoke detector is BRIGHTLY flashing, flooding the room with flashing light all night. It’s obviously a problem, as they’ve attempted placing stickers of some sort over the units. And ceiling soiled in the area around it. Online they didn’t make it clear you must park super far from your room, which I’m sure would be an issue for many. I’m not super bothered, but it’s inconvenient.
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Todd
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
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Todd
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This place was amazing! We only wish we could stay longer. Call in ahead of time and speak to the manager. The staff there is very accommodating. The location is beautiful and the restaurant on site is also top notch. Highly recommended.
This place was amazing! We only wish we could stay longer. Call in ahead of time and speak to the manager. The staff there is very accommodating. The location is beautiful and the restaurant on site is also top notch. Highly recommended.
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Madeline
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We love the Sanctuary and we come ever year for our anniversary. We celebrated my birthday here this year and they gifted us champagne and macarons, as well as several other perks! They really spoiled us and have excellent service all around. Dinner at Salt Wood always exceeds our expectations! Can’t recommend this place enough
We love the Sanctuary and we come ever year for our anniversary. We celebrated my birthday here this year and they gifted us champagne and macarons, as well as several other perks! They really spoiled us and have excellent service all around. Dinner at Salt Wood always exceeds our expectations! Can’t recommend this place enough
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Location
Right on the beach with sweeping ocean views and a quiet, secluded feel north of Monterey. Several note the weather can be chilly or windy.
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Margaret
Sep 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful beach- a perfect place to walk and enjoy peace and quiet. A great stop after long day of flights and travel. Convenient to dine right there. Manager stated they are starting renovations this fall since some things starting to show age. We will come back again.
Beautiful beach- a perfect place to walk and enjoy peace and quiet. A great stop after long day of flights and travel. Convenient to dine right there. Manager stated they are starting renovations this fall since some things starting to show age. We will come back again.
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Marisabel
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The view was beautiful and the place was not over populated.
The view was beautiful and the place was not over populated.
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Allan
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful beach location!
Wonderful beach location!
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Priya
Apr 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Views of the ocean and beach access was great.
Views of the ocean and beach access was great.
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Mary
Jan 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the location! So quiet and private. A wonderful and relaxing experience, but so close to everything. Ocean views from our unit were fabulous ! We will come again!!
Loved the location! So quiet and private. A wonderful and relaxing experience, but so close to everything. Ocean views from our unit were fabulous ! We will come again!!
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britt
Sep 10, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Nice resort in a quiet, secluded spot north of Monterey/Carmel.
Nice resort in a quiet, secluded spot north of Monterey/Carmel.
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David
Nov 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Pricy but beautiful location
Pricy but beautiful location
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Paul
Apr 9, 2023
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Stayed 8 nights
Beautiful location and view from the balcony of your room. Cold and windy both times I have stayed. No complaints about the resort. Staff friendly and helpful.
Beautiful location and view from the balcony of your room. Cold and windy both times I have stayed. No complaints about the resort. Staff friendly and helpful.
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Carter
Jan 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Oceanfront resort, was a great place to stay after visiting Big Sur and other parks along highway 1.
Oceanfront resort, was a great place to stay after visiting Big Sur and other parks along highway 1.
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Augie
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What’s great about this property is that it is right on the beach which gives it a semi private area for the guests to enjoy.
What’s great about this property is that it is right on the beach which gives it a semi private area for the guests to enjoy.
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Dining
Many enjoyed Salt Wood and in-room breakfast, with several praising food quality. Others reported slow or overpriced dinners, and there is one report of food poisoning; the restaurant doesn’t serve breakfast but room service covers mornings.
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Mark
Jan 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Got food poisoning from the onsite restaurant. After informing the staff they were very hesitant to help with bringing water, tea or any easy request asked. We had to check out at 11a.m that day and while attempting to endure the sickness the staff shows up at 8:30a.m to see have us leave and again about an hour later. It’s kinda funny because I called the front desk around 8a.m to request any help and to have a late check out to make sure we could drive home safe. The first night was great but after that it went down hill, don’t expect any help from the front desk if you need anything from them. Very unhappy, with the situation as this was a place a really enjoyed staying in the past.
Got food poisoning from the onsite restaurant. After informing the staff they were very hesitant to help with bringing water, tea or any easy request asked. We had to check out at 11a.m that day and while attempting to endure the sickness the staff shows up at 8:30a.m to see have us leave and again about an hour later. It’s kinda funny because I called the front desk around 8a.m to request any help and to have a late check out to make sure we could drive home safe. The first night was great but after that it went down hill, don’t expect any help from the front desk if you need anything from them. Very unhappy, with the situation as this was a place a really enjoyed staying in the past.
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Sergio
Sep 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I enjoyed my stay at the recently renovated Sanctuary Beach Resort! This was my fifth visit to this lovely facility. The staff kindly welcomed me, and they even had my room ready earlier than the scheduled checking in time. I got an upgrade too! The room fixtures, furnishing, and bathroom updates were much needed and it is great to see the investment being poured into the property. The nightly bonfires are amazing! For a good dinner, you should visit Salt Wood or order room service. Robert was also a great guy. He was so welcoming and send me home feeling happy about my overall stay. I will surely be returning! My doggie approves!
I enjoyed my stay at the recently renovated Sanctuary Beach Resort! This was my fifth visit to this lovely facility. The staff kindly welcomed me, and they even had my room ready earlier than the scheduled checking in time. I got an upgrade too! The room fixtures, furnishing, and bathroom updates were much needed and it is great to see the investment being poured into the property. The nightly bonfires are amazing! For a good dinner, you should visit Salt Wood or order room service. Robert was also a great guy. He was so welcoming and send me home feeling happy about my overall stay. I will surely be returning! My doggie approves!
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Robin
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a very nice getaway here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great view of the ocean and nightly bonfire from our patio. We had a short walk to the shore. The dinners in room and at the restaurant we both super delicious. If you like spicy I recommend the crudo. They have golf cart rides from the car to your room. Once your bags are dropped off, walking around resort is no problem. My wife thinks we’re making this a yearly stay
We had a very nice getaway here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great view of the ocean and nightly bonfire from our patio. We had a short walk to the shore. The dinners in room and at the restaurant we both super delicious. If you like spicy I recommend the crudo. They have golf cart rides from the car to your room. Once your bags are dropped off, walking around resort is no problem. My wife thinks we’re making this a yearly stay
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Natalie
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed an oceanfront king suite with pull out sofa. What an absolutely amazing experience. The room was right on the beach, the sand literally up to the patio. Everything was perfect, from the room and amenities to our meal at Saltwood!
We enjoyed an oceanfront king suite with pull out sofa. What an absolutely amazing experience. The room was right on the beach, the sand literally up to the patio. Everything was perfect, from the room and amenities to our meal at Saltwood!
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Amy
Oct 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a cute property, right on the beach. The restaurant is delicious.
Such a cute property, right on the beach. The restaurant is delicious.
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Todd
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
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Ron
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
They have a restaurant on site, but not to our liking. Not many restaurants in the area, so we had to travel 20-30 minutes for a decent meal.
They have a restaurant on site, but not to our liking. Not many restaurants in the area, so we had to travel 20-30 minutes for a decent meal.
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Anita
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful view on the beach. Great service. Restaurant Salt Wood was also delicious
Beautiful view on the beach. Great service. Restaurant Salt Wood was also delicious
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Todd
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This place was amazing! We only wish we could stay longer. Call in ahead of time and speak to the manager. The staff there is very accommodating. The location is beautiful and the restaurant on site is also top notch. Highly recommended.
This place was amazing! We only wish we could stay longer. Call in ahead of time and speak to the manager. The staff there is very accommodating. The location is beautiful and the restaurant on site is also top notch. Highly recommended.
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Zihong
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, right on the beach. The restaurant Salt Wood Kitchen doesn’t serve breakfast is less convenient, a downside. But at least it provides room service. Foods were delicious.
Great location, right on the beach. The restaurant Salt Wood Kitchen doesn’t serve breakfast is less convenient, a downside. But at least it provides room service. Foods were delicious.
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Kay
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
For $1000 a night it should be spectacular. I’d say it was very nice but a couple things
For $1000 a night it should be spectacular. I’d say it was very nice but a couple things
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Natascha
Jul 26, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent service with attention to detail. We very much appreciated the extra effort made to make our stay memorable.
Excellent service with attention to detail. We very much appreciated the extra effort made to make our stay memorable.
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Gary
Jul 25, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great place to stay. Staff is nice!
Great place to stay. Staff is nice!
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george
Jul 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Accommodations and service were excellent would recommend to friends and family.
Accommodations and service were excellent would recommend to friends and family.
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Yvonne or Theodore
Jun 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great Property! A spluge for sure at about $600/nt. It's really a nice place. Well maintained. The restaurant is good. They light the bonfires on the beach each night, drive you to/from the rooms, pool & hot tub, robes/slippers. Rooms have a wet bar w/ a filter watered spout, fridge & micro wave. Everything was real nice. Worth it!
Great Property! A spluge for sure at about $600/nt. It's really a nice place. Well maintained. The restaurant is good. They light the bonfires on the beach each night, drive you to/from the rooms, pool & hot tub, robes/slippers. Rooms have a wet bar w/ a filter watered spout, fridge & micro wave. Everything was real nice. Worth it!
FAQs about Sanctuary Beach Resort
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. Limited parking is provided.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee, approximately USD 10 to 35 for adults and children.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Marina, just a 4-minute drive from California State University Monterey Bay and 12 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf. Nearby attractions include Marina State Beach (0.4 km) and Fort Ord Dunes State Park (3.2 km).
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available, operational from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 16 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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What do room rates usually look like at Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina typically land around $413 a night for two guests, ranging from $300 to $755 on peak dates.
When is the best time to visit Sanctuary Beach Resort for smaller crowds?
September is the busiest month for demand at Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina, while July is the quietest month—visit in early autumn for the liveliest scene or choose July for fewer crowds and easier availability.
Which month has the lowest rates at Sanctuary Beach Resort?
January is the cheapest month to stay at Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina, averaging $439 a night; August is the priciest, averaging $834. January’s lower rates come even though the quietest month is July, so the least-expensive month and the least-crowded month don’t line up.
What’s near Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina and who is it good for?
Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina sits on the California coast close to Marina State Beach, Monterey Bay and the Marina Dunes Preserve, making it a strong pick for couples and families seeking beach time and outdoor wildlife experiences. The property’s themes lean toward beach/coast relaxation and outdoor adventure, with easy access to Fort Ord Dunes State Park and nearby golf and research attractions.
How do Sanctuary Beach Resort’s rates compare with other nearby hotels?
Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina is more expensive than its local peers—cheaper than 0 of 15 comparable hotels nearby, with a typical median of $526 a night versus about $318 for the peer set.
How does the nightly price at Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina compare to recent weeks?
The current price at Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina is $621 per night for 2 guests, which is low for this hotel: about 15% below its $729 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $541 and $1,408.
Prices for upcoming dates
September 2026
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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-16: 667.9443944335939USD
- 2026-09-17: 590.0075871679688USD
- 2026-09-18: NO DATA
- 2026-09-19: 1009.868327294922USD
- 2026-09-20: 659.4646193115235USD
- 2026-09-21: 599.7146954003907USD
- 2026-09-22: 599.7146954003907USD
- 2026-09-23: 515.5710622680665USD
- 2026-09-24: 559.6121791455079USD
- 2026-09-25: 1104.2950131103516USD
- 2026-09-26: NO DATA
- 2026-09-27: 574.746266472168USD
- 2026-09-28: 640.918501147461USD
- 2026-09-29: 650.05305921875USD
- 2026-09-30: 485.1928006567383USD
- 2026-10-01: 788.6053692236329USD
- 2026-10-02: 848.8460304199219USD
- 2026-10-03: NO DATA
- 2026-10-04: 705.7150687597657USD
- 2026-10-05: 548.0138917504884USD
- 2026-10-06: 617.5181290136719USD
- 2026-10-07: 535.7371313647461USD
- 2026-10-08: 446.4308188183594USD
- 2026-10-09: 866.1292629150391USD
- 2026-10-10: 990.42149765625USD
- 2026-10-11: 470.4899630664063USD
- 2026-10-12: 529.7832675512695USD
- 2026-10-13: 469.1667150317383USD
- 2026-10-14: 535.9843196264649USD
- 2026-10-15: 574.5117105664064USD
- 2026-10-16: 803.5657879003907USD
- 2026-10-17: 946.2545821093751USD
- 2026-10-18: 486.52941589355476USD
- 2026-10-19: 529.7832675512695USD
- 2026-10-20: 469.1533478295899USD
- 2026-10-21: 442.4209731079102USD
- 2026-10-22: 447.7674690478516USD
- 2026-10-23: 813.0632900048829USD
- 2026-10-24: 751.1800026220703USD
- 2026-10-25: 431.38074890625006USD
- 2026-10-26: 392.60620469726564USD
- 2026-10-27: 359.5505834765625USD
- 2026-10-28: 392.60620469726564USD
- 2026-10-29: 400.567843269043USD
- 2026-10-30: 576.509582397461USD
- 2026-10-31: 667.9443944335939USD
- 2026-11-01: 376.7127063208008USD
- 2026-11-02: 376.7127063208008USD
- 2026-11-03: 380.6885391503907USD
- 2026-11-04: 376.7127063208008USD
- 2026-11-05: 375.59000131103517USD
- 2026-11-06: 773.3046817675782USD
- 2026-11-07: 945.2605801611329USD
- 2026-11-08: 459.21178866943364USD
- 2026-11-09: 442.31438541748054USD
- 2026-11-10: 446.3001561669922USD
- 2026-11-11: 499.96432886962896USD
- 2026-11-12: 535.7371313647461USD
- 2026-11-13: 568.5479088330079USD
- 2026-11-14: 629.6966299658204USD
- 2026-11-15: 449.2621811938477USD
- 2026-11-16: 421.44111434326175USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children 16 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 35 for adults, and USD 10 to 35 for children
- Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Scuba Diving
Windsurfing
Cycling
Fishing
Horse Riding
Canoeing
Hiking
Child Pool
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Outdoor heated pool
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Furniture
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Picnic Area/Tables
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Breakfast in the Room
Allergy-Free Room Available
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Safe-Deposit Box
Bicycle Rental
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24-Hour Front Desk
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