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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3.0 of 5
142 Chesterfield, Cardiff, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
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Holland, Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge on a recent visit to Southerner California. This was one of our stops on our PCH drive. We arrived early around 10:30 am and stopped by to see if we could park at the inn (check in time wasn't until 3pm). The staff was so friendly and welcoming. We were told our... More

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Red Bank, New Jersey
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19 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013 via mobile

Made a last minute choice to extend a business trip and got a nice room here. Its a quaint inn with ocean views, decent rooms, jacuzzi and fire pit on the rooftop deck for watching the sun set over the ocean, or the surfers catching waves. While the overall experience was very good, I notched down my rating because the... More

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Perris, California
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

This location is very nice to stay with your spouse. It is cozy and affordable. We stayed using a Groupon February 9th and 10th in the Garden View room. Originally we booked the Lattice room, but we called ahead and asked if it was okay to view the other deluxe rooms and premium rooms if available upon arrival to upgrade.... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013 via mobile

We had a horrible experience. We checked in, and lobby was seriously lacking as was the front desk service. Once shown to our room, we found a dingy and extremely outdated space. I wasn't so turned off by the outdated aspect as I was the dirt. When my husband and I went to bed we both felt as though we... More

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Nassau, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

We were only able to stay one night but wish we had planned to stay longer. We had a very relaxing stay at Cardiff by the Sea Lodge. The room was unique and was very clean. The lodge was very quiet. We enjoyed the rooftop hot tub, the rooftop fireplace and the rooftop views of the ocean! Breakfast was great.... More

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San Juan Capistrano, California
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21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

We retured, 7 years later, to our Honeymoon Hotel, and it was still delightful and a romantic place for us and others there at the same time. Rooms are quirky but delightful, everything is clean, but there is a small lack of attention to the details that shouldn't be there, given the prices. A light bulb out in the room... More

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Seal Beach, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2012

My wife and I had high hopes for Cardiff by the Sea Lodge but the website and our experience failed to live up to our expectations. The Pros: The beach: The only reason this hotel (not really a B&B) did not get 1 Star as apposed to 2 Stars is the proximity to the beach. The hotel is about 2... More

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Connecticut
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20 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2012

Interesting place; room was okay, certainly large enough. Bathroom was weird; it had a floor drain that gurgled while you used the sink. On site underground parking is great but tight.........No Suburbans here! Roof-top deck was great....fire-pit and super views; a great place to unwind with a glass of wine.....on second thought, bring the whole bottle. Easy walking distance to... More

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Top Contributor
66 reviews 66 reviews
24 hotel reviews
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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

I stayed in the Roosevelt room-complete with "Teddy" the resident Teddy Bear. Had a great room spacious, and my bed was very comfortable. I had a small table with Wicker chairs that were very comfortable for relaxing. There was a nice little area outside my room to sit and relax outside and watch the hummingbirds and just enjoy. I don't... More

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Lexington, SC
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Our room was a bit frumpy, cheap furnishings, bed was low to the ground and the mattress (memory foam) was not comfortable. We stayed in the Mediterranean room, which has pillars. The room's windows overlook a parking lot for a business located behind it ... not ideal. The photos of this property look very picturesque, but the reality is different,... More

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Also Known As:
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Cardiff By The Sea Hotel
Address: 142 Chesterfield, Cardiff, Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007
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Region: United States > California > Cardiff by the Sea
Amenities:
Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Cardiff by the Sea
Price range (per night): 207 AUD - 324 AUD
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
A block from the beach in a laid back beach community, fire pit & Jacuzzi in roof garden lounge, breakfast included, all rooms unique decor, many restaurants nearby ... more   less 
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