When you stay at Calafia Inn in San Clemente, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Casa Romantica and San Clemente Pier. .This motel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from San Clemente State Beach and 4 mi (6.4 km) from San Onofre State Beach.
San Clemente Municipal Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Avenida del Mar - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Casa Romantica - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
San Clemente Pier - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
San Clemente State Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
San Clemente Pier Station - 6 min drive
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 2 min drive
The Bagel Shack - 20 min walk
Jack in the Box - 3 min walk
Taco Bell - 17 min walk
Sur Coffee - 2 min drive
About this property
Calafia Inn
Motel with free parking, near San Clemente State Beach
Calafia Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This San Clemente motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
All-inclusive rates are available at this motel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Calafia Inn are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Languages
English, Hindi
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 49.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 49.00
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must register upon arrival. No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms after 9 PM.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 49.00 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Property is also known as
Calafia Beach San Clemente
Calafia Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The hotel is very clean, updated with modern fixtures (excellent shower!), comfortable bed and the manager is very helpful. The rooms are smaller, as was customary when it was built, but this is one of the best remodels I've ever seen of motels from that era. Also, a huge TV! The heater/air conditioner is loud, but if you can get past that, you'll have a clean, pleasant and affordable stay.
Really cool spot. For the money, totally worth it and I’d go back. Compromises are that the room and bed are small, the window shutters still let in a decent amount of light (could be easily fixed with curtains) and sound deadening could be better as I heard a considerable amount of road noise and talking from the outside. Positives are a spacious and nice shower, parking right outside of the room, and they included small travel deodorant for men and women which was a nice touch, though being honest the star of the show here was value. If you’re really comfort focused maybe paying extra elsewhere makes more sense, but if you’re in town for a day or two and plan to sleep/shower up and be on your way this is a good option. No issues with cleanliness or service at all.
The owners were very welcoming. The property had been nicely & thoughtfully upgraded recently.
Unfortunately, during the night, a very loud violent-sounding disturbance occurred in a room next to ours that went on for a couple of hours. Not the owners' fault, but not restful.
I have stayed here three times now. The property is always clean and well kept, the staff are friendly and helpful, and the rooms are so so clean! Highly recommended this little gem!
Great location at south end of Orange County. Quaint rooms with the necessities. I'd recommend bringing additional pillows and beach towels. Close to beach, restaurants, taverns, fast food markets, off Hwy 5, etc. Compact parking spaces and well lit parking lot. Bed mattresses are ok. All new restoration of interior and exterior of grounds. Great for the price!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Terry
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The unit was small but clean & neat. The A/C wall unit was not able to be adjusted and was therefore either ON or OFF. When ON it was programmed for 61 degrees. The FAN was not adjustable so it was full blast & very noisy. Quickly got too cold. When OFF the room became too warm and stuffy very quickly. Absent but desired amenities were a chair & desk--& hot water pot for tea/coffee or hot chocolate.
The owners were so welcoming and the room was PERFECT. We had checked into another hotel and had an issue and had to find another place in immediately and booked the room and were inside and checked in 15 minutes later. The Calafia Inn was perfect!
What an adorable little vintage motel! First of all, the owners are so kind and friendly! The room itself was adorable. Basic in terms of decor but nicely appointed. Extremely clean and stocked with bathing necessities and an awesome hair dryer!
Comfy bed, quiet safe room and location. Loved it!
Room was small so best for a couple but excellent location off 5 freeway.
The community kitchen was a cool concept- coffee maker, small fridge, and stove to cook your own food if you wish.
Thank you for a great stay!
Room was nice and clean. Property was quiet and kept up. Easy access to shops, restaurants, and freeway. Staff was super friendly. Exceeded my expectations