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San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D

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A balcony with wicker furniture, a table, and an umbrella, overlooking a body of water.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a television, and large windows with blinds.
A bedroom with a large bed, a small round table, and a view of the ocean and palm trees through large windows.
A multi-story building with outdoor seating, a coffee shop, and a sign indicating no parking.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a microwave, a sink, and a window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to San Clemente Pier

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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San Clemente, CA
  • Place, San Clemente Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, San Clemente Pier Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Casa Romantica
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Other sleeping area

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

San Clemente

San Clemente is home to this apartment. Avenida del Mar and San Clemente Farmers Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Doheny State Beach and Trestles Wetlands Nature Preserve. Bamboo and Beyond and Surfing Heritage Foundation Museum are also worth visiting.
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San Clemente, CA

What's nearby

  • San Clemente Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Clemente Pier Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • T-Street Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Casa Romantica - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Avenida del Mar - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • San Clemente Pier Station - 4 min walk
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sur Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Happy Coffee Club - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$2,098, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is San Clemente's "Jewel" - Blue Whale Inn #D located?

Situated in San Clemente, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of San Clemente Pier, San Clemente Pier Beach and T-Street Beach. Avenida del Mar and San Clemente Farmers Market are also within 10 minutes. San Clemente Pier Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice open bright space. Wonderful rooftop patio with views of ocean. Parking was very helpful as it is a busy area. Easy to walk to town and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great exp. It was little hot but that was mostly do to the weather. Views were incredible, house very clean, & overall great stay for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The blue whale property was conveniently located to the beach and downtown San Clemente. The deck on the top of the unit was very enjoyable. With no air-conditioning, it was very hot during our stay when there was a heat wave.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Beautiful views, nice family neighborhood - very close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was better than described! The pictures don’t do it justice! We had a wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cozy little space. 3 adults and 1 child fit just fine. We loved the rooftop, the grill worked well and we enjoyed a dinner overlooking the ocean. It was beautiful. Bathrooms were a great size and shower worked well. The trips to and from the beach were a struggle but we made it work. Advice, drive all your stuff down to the drop off, go back up to park and walk down. All the TVs worked well and we slept just fine. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway!!

Really enjoyed our time here, spacious, more than enough room for three adults. The location and views take it over the top, incredible rooftop deck, spectacular sunsets, and a garage for no hassle parking! Will definitely be going back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2024
Patrick Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to your return. Blue Whale Inn, Shane Garrity
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The property was exactly as described, and hosts were responsive and customer focused. We plan to stay at this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you. Enjoyable as always. See you again soon for our 6th stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a great condo! Upstairs patio was a great place to sit and enjoy the ocean. King sized bed was probably the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in in a vacation rental. Wagon, chairs, and beach toys available for use. Would absolutely book this condo again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SCHS Graduation

Great location and garage parking was key. Easy to get in and out and property was very clean. Great views as well! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Very nice. Close to pier, walk there in 4 min. Close to restaurants. Ocean view. I would stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, in the Pier Bowl

We had everything we needed for our extended stay here-the hosts have thought of and have ready a lot of little extras. The outdoor deck is stellar-we watched whales & dolphins Ievery day (we brought our own spotting scope but there were binoculars at the apartment!). Easy walk to the beach, shopping, yoga studio, even Ralph’s for groceries,
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
look forward to your return
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have booked in dozens of VRBO'S and this was one of the best in terms of location and accuracy of listing. The views were better than expected. The unit was in walking distance of everything we wanted to do. It was very clean and well supplied. The manager was prompt to answer any questions that I had. Check in was easy. My friend and I had a fabulous time (we would have anyways, but the unit made things even better). I would rebook in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice and close to the beach

I thought the place was perfect for us. It was my daughter and I, and my mom as well. She took the bed and my daughter and I shared the pullout. It was a five minute walk to the beach and restaurants. There was also a fully stocked kitchen, which we used to cook dinner one night. It had a very nice size bathroom as well. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a beach side place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We had a blast!

Three of my friends and I (4 women) stayed at this beautiful location. We had a blast! Everything was clean and ready for us. The only issue we had was that the description states "2 bathrooms". Which meant to us there were 2 bathrooms both having at least a shower, but the one ensuite bathroom is only a toilet and sink. Which with 4 women, one shower is just not enough. So, just be aware of that. Other than that it is an awesome place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Spot!!

Everything about our stay was great! It was the perfect size for three adults with three beds. The pull out and the couch were both comfortable as well as the bed. The kitchen was well stocked with all of the necessities for basic cooking. The porch was very nice with a beautiful view of the ocean as pictured. It was a short walk down to the beach and pier with access to shops and restaurants as well as close to the downtown shops that were also walkable. San Clemente was also super cute in general. The neighborhood was safe, walkable and it was really just fun to walk around and check out the houses and views. The TV had lots of channels to choose from and was easy to use. We also appreciated the access to a washer/dryer and lots of beach toys, such as chairs, towels, boogie board, etc. The owners were responsive and friendly. Overall it was a great place to vacation at!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient beautiful View
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

This is a nice little place and we loved being so close the the pier and the beach. We wish it was a little cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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