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A coastal hotel with a long balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.
A group of people gathered around a stone fire pit with a view of the ocean at sunset.
A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a table with a plate of food and drinks, and two rocking chairs.

1. 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.
₩214,305
₩241,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.
A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a sofa set, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a fireplace.
A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

2. 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.
₩139,393
₩156,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
A wooden pavilion with a covered seating area, outdoor tables, and chairs.
A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and shower with a grab bar.
A public restroom with multiple lockers, sinks, and a mirror.
A tent with a bed, a chair, and a small table with a device.

3. Curry Village

Curry Village
Yosemite National Park
₩199,902
₩247,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Curry Village
A coastal house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a stone pathway.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a dining area, and a large window.
A living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

4. 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.
₩85,412
₩126,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Bluebird Inn
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.
A view of the ocean from a balcony with a parking area and red chairs.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

5. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
₩247,690
₩278,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Castle Inn
A coastal hotel with a paved walkway along the beach, a view of the ocean, and a hillside with vegetation.
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a coastal landscape.
A terrace with outdoor seating overlooking a beach and ocean.
A landscaped garden with palm trees, a pathway, and a view of the ocean.

6. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
Pismo Beach
  • Bask in coastal bliss with private beach club access, where oceanfront sunsets and the rhythmic surf become part of your daily ritual.
₩217,465
₩249,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Spyglass Inn
A coastal walkway with a wooden boardwalk, grassy areas, and rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean.
A hotel hallway with a green carpet, wall sconces, and a large mirror on the right.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the beach through open shutters.
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a variety of seating options.

7. Blue Dolphin Inn

Blue Dolphin Inn
Cambria
  • Sunrise strolls and seaside serenity await at this beachfront hotel, where ocean views captivate and coastal adventures begin.
₩261,151
₩293,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Blue Dolphin Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a stone accent wall.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a chair, and a table.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean.
A modern two-story building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a driveway leading to a parked car.

8. Moonstone Landing

Moonstone Landing
Cambria
  • Escape to oceanfront bliss with easy beach access, stunning sunset views, and a relaxing hot tub at this serene coastal retreat.
₩254,420
₩286,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Moonstone Landing
A sign for Sand Pebbles Inn with a view of the ocean.
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a small table with glasses and snacks.
A two-story house with a 'WELCOME' sign in front, number 6252, and a landscaped garden with various plants and rocks.
A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

9. 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.
₩261,151
₩293,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sand Pebbles Inn
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Landing," surrounded by a rope barrier, rocks, and plants.
A beachside area with picnic tables, a large planter, and a red chair.
A view through a window of a building with a mountain in the background.
A glass-enclosed shower with a pebble-patterned floor, a small shelf with a plant, and a white towel on a shelf.

10. The Landing at Morro Bay

The Landing at Morro Bay
Downtown Morro Bay
₩89,855
₩102,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Landing at Morro Bay
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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

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.
A restaurant with booth seating, a view of the ocean, and a patio area with plants and a railing.
A coastal hotel with a long balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, overlooking a body of water.

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
San Simeon
₩214,305
₩241,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.
A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a sofa set, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a fireplace.
A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
₩139,393
₩156,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩193,373
₩222,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.
A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
₩247,690
₩278,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Castle Inn
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.
A marina with boats docked, a rocky island in the background, and a building with a balcony overlooking the water.
A spacious living area with a gray sofa, two patterned armchairs, a round coffee table, and a stone fireplace.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking greenery.

Inn At Morro Bay

Inn At Morro Bay
Morro Bay
₩141,748
₩162,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Inn At Morro Bay
A lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a reception desk.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, and a flat-screen TV.
A dining area with wooden furniture, a ceiling mural, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a staircase, and a fireplace with a statue.

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
₩132,070
₩149,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
A patio with a table and chairs overlooking the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a clear view of the ocean.
A white building with a door, a window, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden dining table, wicker baskets, and a sofa.

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Cambria
₩257,813
₩290,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
₩147,604
₩171,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Marea Sol Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.
A sunset view from a patio with chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Pismo Beach
₩281,343
₩322,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a kitchen area visible through the windows.
A modern indoor pool area with clear blue walls, a pool, and seating areas.
A modern reception area with a reception desk, two seating areas, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Morro Bay
₩164,471
₩188,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Central California

A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.
A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a sofa set, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a fireplace.
A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
₩139,393
₩156,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.
A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
₩247,690
₩278,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Castle Inn
A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of the beach through a window with shutters.
A hotel hallway with a green carpet, wall sconces, and a large mirror on the right.
A coastal walkway with a wooden boardwalk, grassy areas, and rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean.
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a variety of seating options.

Blue Dolphin Inn

Blue Dolphin Inn
Cambria
₩261,151
₩293,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Blue Dolphin Inn
A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a small table with glasses and snacks.
A two-story house with a 'WELCOME' sign in front, number 6252, and a landscaped garden with various plants and rocks.
A sign for Sand Pebbles Inn with a view of the ocean.

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
Cambria
₩261,151
₩293,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sand Pebbles Inn
A lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a reception desk.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, and a flat-screen TV.
A dining area with wooden furniture, a ceiling mural, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a staircase, and a fireplace with a statue.

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
₩132,070
₩149,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
A bar area with wooden stools, a view of the ocean, and hanging lights.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a balcony.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wicker pendant lights, and patterned sofas.
A window with a view of the beach and ocean, a chessboard, a book titled "The Chopper," and a rolled-up towel on a wooden ledge.

Cambria Beach Lodge

Cambria Beach Lodge
Cambria
₩241,094
₩289,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Cambria Beach Lodge
A patio with a table and chairs overlooking the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a clear view of the ocean.
A white building with a door, a window, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden dining table, wicker baskets, and a sofa.

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Cambria
₩257,813
₩290,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a stone accent wall.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a chair, and a table.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean.
A spa pool area with a stone wall, a glass enclosure, and a sign indicating no glass.

Moonstone Landing

Moonstone Landing
Cambria
₩254,420
₩286,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Moonstone Landing
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
₩193,373
₩222,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
₩148,829
₩182,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Mission Inn
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4-star beach hotels in Central California

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
₩447,053
₩515,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.
A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.
A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a view of the sea.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
New Monterey
₩359,419
₩415,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
₩241,699
₩338,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.
A serene pond reflecting trees and a building with outdoor seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.
A modern bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
₩424,034
₩535,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Quail
A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.
A coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and hanging planters.

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
₩304,228
₩399,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.
A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.
A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
₩541,795
₩682,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.
An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.
A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
₩354,196
₩418,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A spacious lobby with a central wooden structure, comfortable seating, and a glass ceiling.
A hotel with a waterfall feature in the front garden, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a clear sky, and distant trees.

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
₩319,035
₩423,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
₩326,789
₩474,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Seascape Beach Resort
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.
A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola
₩374,362
₩500,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Inn at Depot Hill
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Top Central California Hotel Reviews

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was clean with a beautiful view. The staff was very professional."
Joe 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent
"This is a lovely motel. Loved parking right next to the room. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Next stay, I will request the 2nd floor as you really need to leave the windows open and being on the first floor means you are open to the parking lot and anyone walking by. The ocean is steps away and even though the fires were burning in Big Sur, the ocean breeze carried the smoke away."
Cheryl 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"BEAUTIFUL"
Selena 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful ocean views, loved sitting by the fire pits and the complimentary s'more packet was a nice surprise. The restaurant on site was really good and worked for our group with meat eaters, vegetarians, and vegans. We will return!"
Michael 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Our favorite place to stay when visiting SLO"
Jefferson 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I had an amazing stay. The building itself was beautiful with high ceilings and friendly staff. There are plenty of places to eat close by and the hotel is not too far from Cannery Row. There is only street parking available but I had not problem finding parking nearby for overnight. If you like staying in hotels with charm and history I would highly recommend this location."
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Monterey Hotel
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Only complaint would be that the hotel is so quite at night that any little noise travels far. Had a little trouble sleeping had to play white noise from my phone to sleep."
Anthony 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Monarch Resort

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