The Best Hotels Closest to Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay in San Simeon for 2026

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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a coffee maker, and a window with a view of the beach and ocean.

A view through a window with a white railing, overlooking a street with a sign for 'Coast Riders' and a building with a balcony.

A reception area with a marble counter, a clock, and framed artwork on the walls.

A waiting area with a motorcycle, a bench, and posters on the wall.

1. Coast Riders Inn

5 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Brianna

₩159,311

₩179,536 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A coastal house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a stone pathway.

A living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk with chairs, and a door.

A two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a staircase.

2. Bluebird Inn

12.8 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Toni

₩96,186

₩138,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.

A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a sofa set, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

3. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

5.2 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Anthony

₩113,382

₩127,554 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A covered pathway leading to a wooden door with a white cross design, surrounded by greenery and vines.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bucket with a letter 'T' on the bed, and a decorative shell on the wall.

A swimming pool with a brick edge, lounge chairs, and a small building with a sign.

A two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a gravel driveway.

4. J Patrick Inn

13.7 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Geoffrey

₩177,079

₩199,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A modern room with a wooden table, a blue chair, a yellow ottoman, a black floor lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view through the door.

A motel with a covered walkway, multiple rooms with blue doors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Creekside Inn

13 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Yamina

₩131,431

₩147,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a coastal view.

A sign for Sand Pebbles Inn with a view of the ocean.

6. Sand Pebbles Inn

10.3 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Brenda

₩246,744

₩277,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio with a table and chairs overlooking the ocean.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden dining table, wicker baskets, and a sofa.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sofa, a desk, and a fireplace.

A white building with a door, a window, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

9.5 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Max

₩242,087

₩272,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, overlooking a body of water.

A spacious indoor area with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

5 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Xiao

₩180,391

₩203,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

A sign for Sea Breeze Inn with a clear view of the surrounding area including a road, stop signs, and a grassy landscape.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and ocean.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the beach.

9. Sea Breeze Inn

5.4 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Brandon

₩93,397

₩105,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious room with large windows, leather chairs, a glass table, and a travel information stand.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, a pool ladder, and two lounge chairs.

A hot tub with steam rising from the water, surrounded by stone walls and a window.

A stone fountain surrounded by a circular stone border, a tree, and a bench in a park-like setting.

10. Silver Surf Motel

5.1 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Raul

₩79,103

₩88,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of the beach through a window with shutters.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the beach through open 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.

11. Blue Dolphin Inn

10 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Pat

₩246,744

₩277,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A garden with a wooden gate, a cactus, and a wooden structure with a door.

A stone fireplace with American flags, a chandelier, and a mural of a landscape.

A two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and flags.

A rustic interior with wooden floors, stone walls, a fireplace, and a mural.

12. Cambria Pines Lodge

13.4 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Marcus

₩226,629

₩254,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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 sign for Castle Inn with a view of the ocean.

A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

13. Castle Inn

9.8 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

FRANK PAUL

₩205,474

₩231,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden floor, and a view of the street.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and a beach.

A coastal property with multiple buildings, parking areas, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden finish, a digital display, and framed artwork on the wall.

14. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

5.4 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Katelyn

₩180,338

₩203,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern interior with large windows, a round woven rug, and potted plants.

A modern building with a dark exterior, a wooden deck, and a metal railing.

A room with a curved white table, a woven chair, a blue sofa with cushions, and large windows overlooking the ocean.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a round sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

15. White Water

9.5 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Timothy

₩360,729

₩432,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a stone accent wall.

A modern two-story building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a driveway leading to a parked car.

A spa pool area with a stone wall, a glass enclosure, and a sign indicating no glass.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a chair, and a table.

16. Moonstone Landing

10.3 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Sabir

₩230,652

₩259,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A room with a wooden table, a lamp, and a wine rack with bottles and glasses.

A buffet table with various food items and a window view.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and a view of the ocean.

17. Pelican Inn & Suites

10.2 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Deb

₩187,088

₩210,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean through large sliding glass doors.

A sunset over the ocean with a bench in the foreground.

A dining area with a view of the ocean, wooden chairs, a round table, and a bench.

A balcony with wicker chairs overlooking a coastal road and ocean.

18. Little Sur Inn

10.4 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Terry

₩252,173

₩284,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a large tree on the left.

A room with a curved ceiling, three large windows offering a view of greenery and a distant landscape. A small table with a candle is in the center.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A hallway with patterned carpet, potted plants, a reception desk, and a large mirror.

19. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

5.4 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Mark

₩173,794

₩195,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A white building with arched windows and a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved courtyard.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A white building with multiple windows and doors, surrounded by trees and plants.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling light.

20. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

11.1 km from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Borasy

₩207,587

₩233,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Bluebird Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle	9.2 Wonderful 1,382 reviews	View
J Patrick Inn	9.4 Exceptional 617 reviews	View
Creekside Inn	9.2 Wonderful 876 reviews	View

Top Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay Hotel Reviews

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful setting right across from moonstone beach. Boardwalk access right outside our door across the street!"

Sea Otter Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Cl an room and helpful staff"

Sand Pebbles Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I can’t think of any negatives to Sand Pebbles Inn. The staff was great, the view was amazing, the room was fantastic and the town of Cambria is a gem. What a fantastic stay!"

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Old hotel but kept up. Large spacious rooms"

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Best ever great view of ocean. Even provided powerful binoculars.Fire pits with chimney. Restrauant has all meals fantastic great. Everything was great. Stay here."

Pelican Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Second week of October was unseasonably warm. Rooms do not have AC, only ceiling fans. Had to leave balcony door and hall entrance door propped open to get air movement. At least 80 degrees in room afternoon and evening. It did cool down by the end of the week. Again unusual weather."

Coast Riders Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice staff will be coming back"

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Attendant goes completely out of his way to help out customers. Anything you need he will be right there"

White Water

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed the concept of having a breakfast basket delivered to our room. It’s a lovely touch and makes the morning feel special. However, I think the breakfast selection could be more balanced. With three croissants, three sweet cakes, orange juice, and sparkling wine, the basket is heavily focused on sweets and pastries. It would be great to see some savory options, such as eggs, cheese, ham, or other protein-rich foods. Even replacing a few pastries with these items would make the breakfast feel more complete and satisfying. Overall, it’s a wonderful idea, and a little more variety would make the experience even better!"

Other attractions near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

A wooden pier with white railings extending into a calm sea.

San Simeon Pier

9.0/10 (920 reviews)

Drop a fishing line to hook walleye perch and rubberlip or spend some time enjoying the views from this long timber pier that juts out from a protected cove.

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A beach with a signboard about Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

9.2/10 (216 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Simeon. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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A white church with a red roof and a steeple, surrounded by a white picket fence, with a hill and buildings in the background.

Hearst Ranch Winery

8.6/10 (302 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hearst Ranch Winery during your travels to San Simeon. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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A historic building with two towers, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

Hearst Castle

9.4/10 (2,346 reviews)

You can learn about the history of San Simeon when you stop by Hearst Castle. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A sandy beach with rocks and a wooden fence.

Elephant Seal Vista Point

9.6/10 (2,054 reviews)

Find out about the history of San Simeon when you take a trip to Elephant Seal Vista Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Sebastian General Store

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sebastian General Store during your stay in San Simeon. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its local tours.

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William Randolph Hearst State Park

9.0/10 (237 reviews)

You can take time to visit William Randolph Hearst State Park during your travels to San Simeon. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay?

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay is located in a historic area of San Simeon known for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 33 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay?

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay. Other good choices within 5 miles include Silver Surf Motel and San Simeon Lodge.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay?

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What can I see and do near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay?

Create some family memories at Sebastian General Store and Cambria State Marine Park. Hearst Ranch Winery, Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument, or San Simeon State Park are some local sights worth checking out. Hearst Castle and Elephant Seal Vista Point are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay hotels

1. Coast Riders Inn

2. Bluebird Inn

3. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

4. J Patrick Inn

5. Creekside Inn

6. Sand Pebbles Inn

7. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

8. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

9. Sea Breeze Inn

10. Silver Surf Motel

11. Blue Dolphin Inn

12. Cambria Pines Lodge

13. Castle Inn

14. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

15. White Water

16. Moonstone Landing

17. Pelican Inn & Suites

18. Little Sur Inn

19. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

20. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

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Top Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay Hotel Reviews

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Sea Otter Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Pelican Inn & Suites

Coast Riders Inn

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

White Water

Other attractions near Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

San Simeon Pier

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Hearst Ranch Winery

Hearst Castle

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Sebastian General Store

William Randolph Hearst State Park

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