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The Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente hotel is a very unique all-suite boutique hotel located in the quaint town of San Clemente which boasts ''the world's best climate''. The coastal community of San Clemente is located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego, California. We are just minutes away from Trestles Beach, Camp Pendleton, San Onfre Camp Grounds along with the famous Del Mar Avenue and it's cafes, restaurants, boutiques, antique and specialty stores.
At the Hampton Inn & Suites hotel, our friendly staff strives to create an atmosphere of hospitality and comfort, from our fabulous breakfast every morning, our freshly baked cookies served each afternoon, to our weekly guest appreciation poolside BBQ party, all done with our compliments.
This Spanish style hotel features all suites with ocean or golf views. Each suite offers a wet bar with a microwave, refrigerator and coffeemaker along with complimentary wireless or DSL high speed internet access.
We love having you here at the Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente hotel in California!
Staff interactions were often reported as rude or unhelpful, with multiple guests expressing dissatisfaction with the front desk service.
Room Conditions
Numerous complaints about outdated, unclean, and poorly maintained rooms, including issues with air conditioning, cleanliness, and overall comfort.
Maintenance Issues
Frequent reports of broken amenities, such as air conditioning, hot water, and elevators, leading to a frustrating experience for guests.
Breakfast Quality
Breakfast offerings received mixed reviews, with some guests finding it satisfactory while others noted poor service and lack of replenishment.
Parking Fees
Guests were unhappy about unexpected parking fees, which were not clearly communicated during booking.
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Mike
4 days ago
5.0
Staff are very kind. There was a payment mishalf with trivago and Fernanda was able to help me sort it out. Normally there are no issues but I'd recommend booking directly with the hotel just to be safe. Breakfast was good
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Sergio Lopez
Nov 11, 2025
5.0
Rooms are clean, free Breakfast is also clean, and it is very close to food, bars, and the town center
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A K
Oct 29, 2025
1.0
The 5-star reviews of this place have to be fake because this hotel is absolutely disgusting. Many rooms don’t have working AC, yet they still advertise that all rooms do. When you check in, they will let you know that several AC units just broke. 🤣 Just read older reviews and you will see that the AC has never worked in those rooms.
The rooms are moldy. One of the rooms we got had such an awful smell that we immediately had to ask to move. There were old, dried-up boogers on multiple towels. We were in the elevator late at night with someone so drunk out of his mind he started PEEING in his pants. Then, the next morning, we went into the elevator and there were fake eyelashes on the floor. I cannot make this up. 🤣 I would avoid this place at all costs.
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Reza Sade
Oct 22, 2025
1.0
Terrible customer service and very old and unkept hotel room and hallways. I reserved an ocean view room and they gave me a room with view of their parking lot. Upon my arrival in the room I let them know that the TV wasn't working. They came up twice to fix it, the second time with the manager, whom told me that she would be back in a few minutes and to leave the door open. After 2 hours I called the front desk and they said that the manager had gone home for the day and someone will come early in the morning to fix the TV. The manager is rude and unfriendly, btw, but the other female front desk person and the young guy in the morning are very nice and polite.
The next morning, when no one had shown up yet, I went down to the front desk and reminded them about the TV and let them know that I would be back in a few hours. The guy at the counter said that it will be fixed. However, when I came back, not only the TV wasn't fixed, the room had not been cleaned either. A service guy was working on the TV. After leaving for another hour, when he came back he finally fixed the TV.
I told them on multiple occasions to just give me another room, but they refused. And they wouldn't even give me any credit either.
BTW, every time I got some ice from their ice machine there were some black particles in their ice.
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Michael Fanning
Oct 12, 2025
1.0
Arrived at 9 PM to be told our room had been cancelled and given to someone else. I showed the check-in attendant out itinerary, which showed no cancellation. We were told our room had been taken, and there was nothing that could be done.
We were offered either a room with two full beds, or a limited mobility room. I asked for the room with full beds. I was given the limited mobility room.
Once we got into the room, we realized we had not been informed the A/C was broken. The room fluctuated between 75-80 degrees no matter how hard the fans were blowing (pic for reference).
The following day, I received a call from the manager asking if I intended to stay the whole period of my reservation. I told her I did plan to stay. We arrived back to the room to find our keycards not working, and had to go to the front desk to get them fixed. I was asked *again* if I wanted to stay the whole period of the reservation I had made.
On our day of check out I ensured to schedule a wake-up call with the front desk. I asked for a first and second call, if no one answered the first. I guess that didn’t matter, because they didn’t call even once.
Were I to do this over again, I would have just checked out and gone to a hotel that wanted me to stay there. I have stayed at a number of Hampton Inns, and was honestly surprised, as all my other experiences have been great. Will not be returning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente
What types of rooms are available at Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente?
The hotel features all-suite accommodations, each offering ocean or golf views, a wet bar with microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker, along with complimentary high-speed internet access.
Is breakfast included during my stay at Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente?
Yes, a free buffet breakfast is available for all guests every morning.
Is the Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente accessible for guests with mobility needs?
Yes, the property is mobility accessible and includes accessible parking and an accessible elevator to accommodate guests with mobility needs.
Does Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente offer any fitness facilities?
Yes, the hotel features a free fitness center with elliptical machines and treadmills available for guest use.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente?
Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers free self-parking for guests.
Are pets allowed at Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente?
Yes, pets are welcome at the hotel.
What nearby attractions can guests visit when staying at Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente?
Guests can explore nearby attractions such as San Clemente State Park with Calafia Beach, famous Del Mar Avenue with cafes and boutiques, and San Clemente Municipal Golf Course for outdoor activities.
Are there dining options near Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente?
Yes, guests can visit nearby dining spots like Irons In The Fire American Restaurant, Molly Bloom's Irish Bar & Restaurant, and Jack in the Box fast food restaurant.
How can guests access activities or services near the hotel?
Guests can access local services such as Classic Auto Sales for vehicles, Lost Winds Dive Shop for sporting goods, and Rotary Club of San Clemente for community events, all within close proximity to the hotel.