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San Clemente Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown San Clemente, San Clemente, United States of America

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Our top choices for Downtown San Clemente hotels

A building with a white facade, red-tiled roof, and arched windows. There are outdoor tables and red umbrellas, and palm trees in the background.

1. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown San Clemente
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, excellent property, good breakfast options"
Canada
Gurinder
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a stone pillar.

2. Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier

Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier
3.5 star property
0.3 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (401 reviews)
"Great stay! Clean and easy check in with great add-ons and other options. Close to the beach and a nice area overall."
United States
Michael
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

3. The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff"
Australia
Cole
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A multi-level hotel with a central courtyard featuring a fountain, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

4. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
1.4 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,839 reviews)
"Great location close to the beach and town"
United States
CARLOS
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Casablanca Inn
A man and a woman standing outside a building with a balcony, a potted plant, and a suitcase.

5. The Surfbreak Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
1.4 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (762 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Lacey
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Surfbreak Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a green armchair, a wooden table, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

6. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
1 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Love staying here! Staff are great and rooms always clean"
United States
Michael
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
An aerial view of a coastal urban area with a prominent building complex, roads, and a pier extending into the ocean.

7. Oceana Boutique Hotel

Oceana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown San Clemente
6.0 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, easy stay has everything you need for a quick stay"
United States
Cody
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Oceana Boutique Hotel
A coastal hotel with a beach view, palm trees, and a pier.

8. Casa Tropicana

Casa Tropicana
3.5 star property
0.8 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (514 reviews)
"Great beach location. Enjoyed evenings on the deck overlooking the pier, beach and ocean. Walking distance to coffee shops, baked goods, restaurants and a small convenience store."
United States
Wendy
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Casa Tropicana
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

9. Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach

Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Downtown San Clemente
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I was pleasantly surprised; it's not a 4-star, but I was very comfortable and located near some nightlife and restaurants. I will definitely stay again."
United States
Francisco
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach
A two-story hotel with a sign reading 'Hotel Miramar.'

10. Hotel Miramar

Hotel Miramar
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Downtown San Clemente
7.8 out of 10, Good, (343 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
NANCY
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Miramar
A barbecue grill with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

11. San Clemente Cove

San Clemente Cove
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Downtown San Clemente
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (382 reviews)
"Great location lots of food choices"
United States
Martin
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
San Clemente Cove
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, red umbrellas, and a fire pit.

12. Patriots Boutique Motel

Patriots Boutique Motel
2.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (518 reviews)
"Small well kept property with shops and dining close by."
United States
stephana
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Patriots Boutique Motel
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and balconies.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente

Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great breakfast hotel was very clean staff was great"
United States
GARY
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente
A reception area with a glass-top table, a black leather chair, a large potted plant, and a wall-mounted TV.

14. Travelodge by Wyndham San Clemente Beach

Travelodge by Wyndham San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Downtown San Clemente
7.6 out of 10, Good, (577 reviews)
"This hotel had all the smell and looks of a low budget hotel even though I paid $208 the night."
United States
Juana
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham San Clemente Beach
A modern lobby with a large wall mural, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a reception area.

15. San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,663 reviews)
"Excellent spot, great location, quiet, super clean, walk to beach, stores and shops very close., have stayed several times this place is a gem❣"
United States
Lyda
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
San Clemente Inn
An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and umbrellas.

16. Always Inn San Clemente Bed & Breakfast

Always Inn San Clemente Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
< 0.1 km from Downtown San Clemente
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Everything, the owner Freida, her culinary expertise & helpful suggestions, the location and the beautiful gardens!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Always Inn San Clemente Bed & Breakfast
A coastal scene with a sunset, buildings, and a person surfing.

17. West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Downtown San Clemente
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (247 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Owner Dave was great. Close to everything in San Clemente"
United States
Dustin
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
West Coast Surf and Stay
A coastal view with tall palm trees, a pier extending into the ocean, and a beach with buildings in the background.

18. Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
0.8 km from Downtown San Clemente
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (941 reviews)
"Great location. Loved the spacious room and the view from the balcony."
United States
ann-michele
The price is €236
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Sea Horse Resort
A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

19. Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Downtown San Clemente
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"Clean room and although we didn’t ask for an accessible room, it was still quite comfortable and quiet. We’d stay here again!"
United States
Anne
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Calafia Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a dark headboard, bedside lamps, a red throw blanket, and a view of the hallway.

20. Comfort Suites San Clemente Beach

Comfort Suites San Clemente Beach
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown San Clemente
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The hot tub was fun✨"
United States
Heaven
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Comfort Suites San Clemente Beach
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Where to stay in Downtown San Clemente

Find the best Downtown San Clemente areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Rancho San Clemente

Though Rancho San Clemente may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avenida del Mar and Talega Golf Club.

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with waves gently lapping at the base.

Marblehead

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Marblehead and surrounding area, you can visit Casino San Clemente and San Clemente City Beach.

Rancho San Clemente

While there might not be top attractions in Rancho San Clemente, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avenida del Mar and Talega Golf Club.

Marblehead

When in Marblehead, you can plan a visit to Casino San Clemente and San Clemente City Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Downtown San Clemente Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

8/10 Good
"So they have an amazing staff the room we had was nice... The bed was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 it was our Anniversary Wkend and we really enjoyed ourselves. There were small things that I spoke to the staff about and it was resolved quickly. Enjoy... Blessings The Bell's"
Kim 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown San Clemente?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San Clemente's Downtown San Clemente neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for Downtown San Clemente travel tips? Make sure that you visit Avenida del Mar and San Clemente Wine Company while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown San Clemente area?
Book one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Clemente and start exploring everything San Clemente has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Clemente, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Downtown San Clemente.
What can I see and do in this San Clemente neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown San Clemente are Avenida del Mar and San Clemente Wine Company. While you're out sightseeing in San Clemente, make sure that you visit other sights such as San Clemente Farmers Market or Bamboo and Beyond.