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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Oct 2 - Oct 4
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Oct 9 - Oct 11

Our top choices for Central California beach hotels

1. Curry Village

Curry Village
Yosemite National Park
₩182,964
₩227,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Curry Village

2. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
San Simeon
  • Stroll barefoot along sandy shores and savor ocean-view dining at this beachfront retreat with two inviting pools and cozy firepits.
₩216,281
₩243,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

3. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
  • Breathtaking Moonstone Beach just minutes away, with complimentary beach towels and a heated outdoor pool for sun-soaked relaxation.
₩127,772
₩143,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

4. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
₩255,963
₩287,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Castle Inn

5. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

El Colibri Hotel & Spa
Cambria
₩155,893
₩175,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
El Colibri Hotel & Spa

6. Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
Cambria
  • Unwind steps from the shoreline at this oceanfront gem, where morning breakfast meets the soothing rhythm of Moonstone Beach waves.
₩263,559
₩296,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Sand Pebbles Inn

7. The Landing at Morro Bay

The Landing at Morro Bay
Downtown Morro Bay
₩80,494
₩92,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Landing at Morro Bay

8. San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
San Simeon
  • Soak up sun at this coastal motel, where Pacific views and sandy shores await just minutes away with convenient shuttle access.
₩107,325
₩120,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
San Simeon Lodge

9. Bluebird Inn

Bluebird Inn
Cambria
  • Seaside serenity with daily beach shuttle service and access to a private beach club where sun, sand, and waves beckon.
₩86,200
₩127,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Bluebird Inn

10. Cambria Shores Inn

Cambria Shores Inn
Cambria
  • Stroll to Moonstone Beach from a coastal haven with garden views and thoughtful amenities.
₩182,385
₩205,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Cambria Shores Inn
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Central California

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Central California

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩183,608
₩211,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
855634304
₩145,021
₩181,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
₩132,848
₩150,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Morro Bay
₩163,760
₩187,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
₩127,772
₩143,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
₩255,963
₩287,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Castle Inn

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
San Simeon
₩216,281
₩243,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Arroyo Grande
₩208,306
₩236,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
San Simeon
₩161,396
₩181,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Coast Riders Inn

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
₩181,298
₩208,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Central California

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
₩132,848
₩150,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩183,608
₩211,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
855634304
₩145,021
₩181,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
₩127,772
₩143,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Arroyo Grande
₩208,306
₩236,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Morro Bay
₩163,760
₩187,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
₩124,525
₩154,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Mission Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
Cambria
₩263,559
₩296,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Sand Pebbles Inn

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay
Marina
₩90,683
₩105,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Blue Dolphin Inn

Blue Dolphin Inn
Cambria
₩290,730
₩327,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Blue Dolphin Inn
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4-star beach hotels in Central California

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
₩298,881
₩401,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
₩345,506
₩408,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
₩360,695
₩466,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
The Quail

Hotel 1110 - Adults Only

Hotel 1110 - Adults Only
Oak Grove
₩216,009
₩252,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hotel 1110 - Adults Only

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
₩333,728
₩483,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seascape Beach Resort

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
₩216,281
₩310,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
₩195,631
₩225,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Avila La Fonda Hotel

Avila La Fonda Hotel
Avila Beach
₩279,997
₩314,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Avila La Fonda Hotel

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩341,131
₩388,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
₩273,069
₩364,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Top Central California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent
"Nice suite had fire place walk in shower and a big nice tub with a little dinning area and a couch."
Kenney 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Pacific
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Good location"
Anton 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was helpful & friendly! We loved the property and our rooms! Only one tiny suggestion a non dairy creamer for the complimentary drip coffee. :-) Thanks again for a wonderful stay we will absolutely be back!"
LuciAnne 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Outbound Mammoth
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent
"Reasonable rates"
Michelle 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast was exceptional. A real surprise."
Robert 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

8/10 Good
"Clean and comfortable motel that’s a short walk to the seaside. This was our second stay at this property."
Deborah L 8-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Monarch Resort

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