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Seal Cove Inn

San Mateo, California

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 440 m to JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and 4.2 km to Montara State Beach

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 4.4 km to Pillar Point Harbor

Suitable for your business tripStay productive with business facilities.

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4.9/5

FantasticFrom 100 reviews

5.0/515 Jul 2026

Amanda • Family Trip

We had a lovely one night stay here. The location was amazing - we enjoyed walking down to the tide pools and to see the seals on the beach. The property was beautiful and the room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was very tasty, and we enjoyed our sipping our cocktail hour glass of wine out in the garden. Would definitely return!

5.0/513 Jul 2026

Melissa • Couple Trip

Such a great place! Excellent breakfast and gorgeous area.

5.0/51 Jun 2026

Ernest • Couple Trip

Very special place. I will book this place again.

5.0/522 May 2026

John • Couple Trip

Private small 11 room B&B next to a marine reserve. You will love the quaintness of the property as well as the staff making sure all you needs are taken care of. Great breakfast is included in the price of the room.

5.0/51 May 2026

David • Couple Trip

If you enjoy a relaxing atmosphere this a great place to stay. The rooms are good size and have gas fireplaces. It's located a short distance from numerous restaurants and has a number of areas for walking up on the bluff above the ocean. The staff at this boutique B&B are so nice it makes you want to come back. We've stayed at the Seal Cove Inn numerous times and any time we travel to Half Moon Bay this is our destination. We highly recommend this establishment.

5.0/515 Apr 2026

I would give it 10 stars if I could. The rooms and the property are gorgeous. The short walk to seal beach with seal pups was a bonus.

5.0/511 Apr 2026

Robin • Solo Trip

Seal Cove Inn is top notch! A peaceful retreat that is welcoming and comfortable. The rooms are consistently immaculate. They are spacious and beautifully appointed, each with a toasty working fireplace! The staff are always friendly and accommodating, and knowledgeable about the property and surrounding towns. The daily breakfast selections are fresh, healthy, delicious and locally sourced. Daily freshly baked cookies are complimentary as well as a happy hour featuring a lovely selection of wine and beer. A five minute walk to the tide pools is beautiful with adjoining trails that take you through a magical grove of Monterey cypress trees! Seal Cove is my "go to" to rejuvenate and recharge my spirit!

5.0/527 Mar 2026

Peter • Couple Trip

Great breakfast and coffee. Great location for walking to beach and local restaurant

5.0/526 Mar 2026

Eduardo • Couple Trip

Sue & Michelle were both amazing, the couple housekeepers we saw were also amazing too! Breakfast was offered to be served daily to our room or to be served at the dining room, we chose our room. Surrounding areas were amazing the weather was great, only small thing was that if you’re there mid day when the temperatures get high there is no AC so it could get a bit warm, but if you just open up a window or balcony like we did and it cooled down instantly. The garden was amazing and the quails, birds, squirrels and bunnies were out and about eating each morning. At night if you get cold you can turn on the gas fireplace that is in your room or turn on the heater. The entire staff was friendly and really nice and accommodating. 5/5 would stay here again for sure my girlfriend and I loved it.

5.0/518 Mar 2026

Paul • Family Trip

Parking is safe & very close by. Fireplace a nice amenity.

5.0/520 Feb 2026

Amy • Couple Trip

Really special location! Beautiful grounds. Delicious Chardonnay on arrival (selection of beer/wine). Most comfy bed! Follow the stunning trail to beach access. Very private and quiet property. Excellent coffee/tea/espresso bar. Peaceful and relaxing stay. We will be back!

5.0/519 Jan 2026

Michael • Family Trip

The property and surrounding area was absolutely impeccable, this alone is worth the trip. Mary and all the staff members were absolutely phenomenal and made the Inn feel inviting.

5.0/515 Jan 2026

Sean

Service, staff, ownership, and property were all great. Really wished I could stay longer.

5.0/513 Jan 2026

Robin • Couple Trip

Stayed downstairs

5.0/530 Dec 2025

Asa

Cozy and clean

5.0/527 Dec 2025

Alexis • Trip with Friends

I stayed at Seal Cove Inn with two old friends for a few nights, and we were in the Seal Cove Master Suite. We absolutely loved it! The location is perfect if you want something quiet, beautiful, and within a reasonable driving distance to many of the area's most compelling activities/vistas. We'd stayed in SF the night before and it was an easy drive down. We then took a day trip to the Monterey Bay area, Carmel, and Big Sur - after which we were ecstatic to collapse into our very comfortable beds at the inn. The adjacent Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and park are stunning; well worth multiple daily strolls. One morning I had the beach to myself except for a couple of seals bobbing in the water by the shore. The amenities at the hotel are excellent: Even the most discerning member of our group was pleased as punch. Little things like the daily breakfast (delivered to our doorstep - we had a private entrance), cookies, and wine were much appreciated. The staff was warm and welcoming. My only complaint is that the inn's excellent coffee made me aware of what I've been missing out on at home! I look forward to returning next time I'm in the area. It was a lovely and relaxing experience!

5.0/518 Dec 2025

Suhsiang • Trip with Friends

Beautiful cozy place, very friendly staff. The Inn was surrounded by the nature, short walk to the beach. Everything about the property was perfect.

5.0/59 Dec 2025

Julie • Solo Trip

An absolutely wonderful stay! This is my second time staying here. It’s so cozy and on such a beautiful property. The staff is so kind and welcoming. The rooms are thoughtfully designed with a personal patio looking into a gorgeous garden and a fireplace. This is one of my favorite places to stay!

5.0/55 Dec 2025

Cristina • Family Trip

The staff was amazing. The location was perfect. Few hotels live up to their hype..This Inn did not disappoint. Walking distance to the beach / tide pools. We stayed in the 2 bedroom suite which was perfect for us.

5.0/52 Dec 2025

Jasmeen • Couple Trip

The Seal Cove Inn EXCEEDED my expectations, which were already very high from the other reviews. The service is amazing! A lovely breakfast is included, as well as an evening wine reception. The Inn is gorgeous, like a Pottery Barn catalog! The grounds are charming, with plenty of cute seating areas. And just steps away are amazing trails along the cliff where you can be in forest and yet along the ocean! I didn’t realize we were so close to tide pools! We’ll definitely be back! This place has many repeat guests.

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221 Cypress Ave, Moss Beach, California, US

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-8:00 PM

Check-out11:00

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 smoke detector
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

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-out is available.

About Seal Cove Inn

Seal Cove Inn Location
Located in Moss Beach, Seal Cove Inn is by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and Montara State Beach. This bed & breakfast is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Pillar Point Harbor and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Mavericks Beach.

Seal Cove Inn Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.

Seal Cove Inn Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 11 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Restaurant and Cafe
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

Important Information
The property is closed between December 24 and December 26. The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 - Thu, 12 Nov 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children