The Seabird Hotel Review

Oceanside, CA
mid-scale
Grand Ocean Suite with Oceanfront | Room 501
Nov 19, 2023
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Hotel Rating

4.1/ 5.0

Great

Weighted across 9 categories

Bed Comfort
3.50
Gym
4.00
Internet Speed
4.00
Location
4.50
Pool
4.00
Room Amenities
5.00
Room Cleanliness
4.00
Service
4.50
Value
4.00

The Bottom Line

What We Loved

  • Chromecast functionality was easy to use, no issues streaming content.
  • Booked a King Bed Cityscape View Deluxe, used SUA to upgrade to Grand Ocean Suite. Day of check in inquired about availability & was upgraded to an Grand Ocean Suite with Oceanfront.
  • Beach themed spacious room.
  • Good location near beach & Amtrak station. Quick walk after taking the Pacific surfliner.
  • Large full bathroom with double vanity, walk-in shower with soaking tub.
  • Provided robes & slippers were very soft & comfortable. Requested blanket, razor, toothbrush & toothpaste via Hyatt app, which were promptly delivered.
  • Lots of complimentary activities: signed up for Thursday rooftop yoga.
  • Amazing corner room with wrap-around balcony with million dollar ocean views.

What We Didn't Like

  • Bed was not preferred comfort. Felt like cheap spring mattress with thin sheets. Made lots of noise when getting in & out of the bed.
  • Wished the windows were one way view, can look into (& vice versa) of Mission Pacific patrons' room.
  • Can hear street noise from 5th floor room.
  • Weird ticking sound coming from in room clock, which did not stop after it was unplugged.
  • Flashing light from smoke detector was bright during the night.
  • Curtains were not automatic.
  • Outdoor furniture was limited to two chairs & a small table for the large balcony. Wished a lounger was also provided.
  • Breakfast service at Piper was deshelved. The staff seemed overwhelmed and confused about roles & responsibilities.

The Verdict

After seeing the Seabird while on the Pacific Surfliner to LA a few years ago, I was excited to visit and check out the city of Oceanside.

Great hotel for a relaxing beach getaway with tons of shops & local restaurants to try. We booked a King deluxe room for $359 per night (plus taxes & fees) and used a suite upgrade for the Grand Ocean Suite. Getting a complimentary upgrade to the Grand Ocean Suite Oceanfront, priced at $1,200 per night during our stay, was a treat.

Highly recommend the Seabird for a quick long weekend stay.



Helpful Tip

If possible, upgrade to an oceanfront room for unobstructed sea views.

Technology & Amenities

Internet SpeedAverage
19Mbps

Can you...

Check Email & Browse
Video Call (Zoom, FaceTime)
Watch Netflix / HD Streaming
Stream in 4K
Tech Available
Key Card for Elevator
Guest In-Room Tablet
Mobile Key Access
Smart TV
Wired Internet
Hospitality App/Texting
Room Amenities
Coffee Machine(illy)
Toothpaste
Useable Fridge
Slippers/Robes
Soap Provided(Wall Mounted)
Additional Amenities
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