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San Clemente, United States
Nov 5 — Nov 62
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Cheapest month:April
Most expensive month:September
Average price in San Clemente:$170/night
Cheapest price found:$60/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$123 - $232
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$143 - $234
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in San Clemente, California

Discover affordable stays in San Clemente that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San Clemente can be found for as low as $48 per night. There is currently one property in San Clemente that can be booked for this price. House of Trestles is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Clemente. Price data was last updated on October 29, 2024
These San Clemente properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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2717 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$48
Avg. per night
2002 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
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2441 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
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135 Avenida Algodon, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
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101 Avenida Serra, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$108
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1819 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
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2341 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$116
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2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, CA, United States
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$121
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2222 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$127
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35 Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$129
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602 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$184
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177 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$192
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104 South Alameda Lane, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$202
Avg. per night
610 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$247
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in San Clemente

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in San Clemente to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in San Clemente at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on October 29, 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in San Clemente. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
177 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, CA, United States
3 stars
602 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA, United States
2600 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente, CA, United States
610 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA, United States
104 South Alameda Lane, San Clemente, CA, United States
135 Avenida Algodon, San Clemente, CA, United States
2 stars and under
2002 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
2341 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
1819 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
2441 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States
2717 South El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA, United States

Where to stay in San Clemente

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About San Clemente

A classic Southern California beach town, San Clemente boasts charming waterfront boutiques and a popular fishing pier. This oceanfront Orange County enclave also has first-class surfing, family-friendly parks and romantic seafood restaurants.

Things to do in San Clemente

San Clemente Pier Beach straddles both sides of the iconic wooden pier. Fish off the pier to reel in your supper, which you can sizzle on a beach grill or fire pit at nearby T-Street Beach. You’ll pass plenty of surfers, beach shops, ice-cream stalls and water sports stands.

Seeking a romantic evening on the waterfront? Snag an ocean-view table at Fisherman’s Restaurant and Bar in front of the pier. Arrive in time for Sunset Happy Hour, then order a feast-style shared platter of salmon, Dungeness crab or mesquite-grilled prawns. Save room for the signature fudge walnut San Clemente Brownie.

Kids will love running wild in Vista Hermosa Park, which features an aquatic centre with splash pools and slides. Bring along a picnic for some quiet time at Courtney’s Sandcastle, a sensory garden inside Vista Hermosa. Music and art are highly prized in San Clemente, where you can browse the work of local artists at Von Lortz Sidestreet Gallery.

Downtown San Clemente is organized into eight sectors, with the largest number of boutiques, galleries and espresso shops gathered on Avenida Del Mar and El Camino Real. At the Sunday farmers’ market downtown, you can mingle with locals selling everything from handmade musical instruments to vintage clothing, flowers and fresh produce.

Getting around San Clemente

Buses, rideshares and taxis offer transportation around town and to the beaches. Rental cars are available at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, about a 25-minute drive away.

Facts about staying in San Clemente

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Clemente to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on October 29, 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Downtown San Clemente?

    Downtown San Clemente is the heart of San Clemente. From the biggest shopping malls to nightclubs, restaurants, museums, amusement parks, and other attractions, they’ve got it all. Therefore, if you’re looking for hotels in San Clemente to stay at while in town, this is the best place to check. The benefits of staying around this area include being close to all the action and you don’t have to deal with long drives or expensive cab rates just to get to somewhere you want to be. Among the many cheap hotels in San Clemente you have as options, The Patriots Boutique Motel stands out. the rooms are cozy and spacious, and you can get the option of a nonsmoking room if you wish. In addition, they allow pets on request and have an entire unit on the ground floor.

  • Are there kid-friendly hotels in San Clemente?

    San Clemente has a good number of kid-friendly hotels that have all the amenities you need to have a good time with your family while on holiday. For that reason, you shouldn’t be worried about finding a place to stay. Some of the stand-out options include Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa and The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. They are two of the best kid-friendly hotels in San Clemente as both of them offer amenities for kids, such as a playground with equipment, books, DVDs, and music for children, as well as spacious and cozy family rooms. The major difference is that the Ritz Carlton allows guests to check in with their pets while Laguna Cliffs Marriot has a no pet policy.

  • How do I find a peaceful and quiet hotel in San Clemente?

    San Clemente, in true California fashion, is a vibrant city with a good number of nightclubs as well as spots all over town where one could go and chill. However, if you love some peace and quiet don’t worry as you can still find that despite all the partying and fun. The areas along the beach in particular are well worth considering if peace and quiet is what you are looking for in San Clemente hotels, that is the place for you. Casa Tropicana is a great option as it is not far from the San Clemente Pier and only a seven-minute walk to Casa Romantica. Guests who book a room at Casa Tropicana are set to enjoy some amazing amenities including daily housekeeping, a concierge service, free toiletries, a private parking area, and even a nice full-service restaurant among others. If that doesn’t do it for you, then you should consider Sea Horse Resort as an alternative. It is just around the corner from Casa Tropicana and provides excellent services. The staff is multilingual, and you can even check in with your pet on request. As far as quiet neighborhoods in San Clemente go, this is the best.

  • What neighborhoods in San Clemente have the best restaurants?

    For the best dining options, you should consider booking a hotel on the south side of San Clemente, especially along El Camino Real. Here you will find a good number of restaurants and diners so you can have your pick of the bunch. Rocco’s Restaurant is the first one up the road and here you can find everything Italian. From pasta to pizza and even lasagna, they’ve got you covered. On the other side of the road is Brick Restaurant which also serves some amazing Italian cuisines. As if that isn’t enough, just around the corner you’ll find Vine Restaurant and Bar, which majorly serves classic American dishes and they also have a bar where you can grab your favorite drink or cocktail.

  • What are the best hotels in San Clemente?

    Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North is a very popular hotel in San Clemente with a score of 8.7 from 779 reviews. The Volare Ascend Hotel Collection (8.0 from 400 reviews) and San Clemente Inn (8.5 from 524 reviews) are also highly rated San Clemente hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near San Clemente Pier?

    Reviews of Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North recommend it as a good place to stay near San Clemente Pier, scoring 8.7/10 from 779 ratings.

  • What is a good hotel in San Clemente near San Clemente State Beach?

    San Clemente Inn is the hotel close to San Clemente State Beach that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 524 reviews rating it at 8.5/10.

  • How much do hotels in San Clemente cost?

    Hotels in San Clemente cost an average of $161/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in San Clemente?

    Over the last 3 days, San Clemente hotels have been found for as cheap as $90/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • How much is a hotel in San Clemente tonight?

    Over the last 3 days, the starting price of a hotel in San Clemente tonight has been as low as $90 and the average price has been $161. If you’d prefer 4-star accommodation, expect to pay at least $143 for this evening.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Clemente?

    The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Clemente is April ($123). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Clemente is September ($232).

  • What is the cheapest day to book a hotel in San Clemente?

    The cheapest day to stay in San Clemente is Monday ($143). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $234.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

    In addition to San Clemente, travelers opt to visit Los Angeles when visiting California. San Francisco is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in San Clemente?

    In total, there are 320 hotels to choose from in San Clemente, compared to 94,124 properties in California.

  • Are there accommodation options other than hotels in San Clemente?

    In addition to hotels, consider choosing from 1 hostels, 1 apartments, and 106 vacation rentals in San Clemente.

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