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Sep 4 - Sep 6

Our top choices for Central California beach hotels

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.
NT$5,074
NT$5,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

2. 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.
NT$6,185
NT$6,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Sand Pebbles Inn

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.
NT$3,300
NT$3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

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.
NT$2,943
NT$4,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Bluebird Inn

5. 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.
NT$5,120
NT$5,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Spyglass Inn

6. Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
San Simeon
NT$2,266
NT$2,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Silver Surf Motel

7. Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
  • Relax at a sun-soaked getaway with beach access, outdoor pool, and soothing hot tub.
NT$3,127
NT$3,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

8. Blue Sail Inn

Blue Sail Inn
Downtown Morro Bay
  • Soak up panoramic bay views and discover coastal thrills at this serene seaside escape, just minutes from Morro Rock Beach.
NT$5,068
NT$5,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Blue Sail Inn

9. The Landing at Morro Bay

The Landing at Morro Bay
Downtown Morro Bay
NT$2,714
NT$3,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Landing at Morro Bay

10. Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
Avila Beach
  • Escape to coastal bliss with beach access just minutes away, plus free bikes to explore scenic trails around Avila Village Inn.
NT$5,705
NT$7,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Avila Village 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

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
NT$3,300
NT$3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Arroyo Grande
NT$5,071
NT$5,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,200
NT$4,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Cambria
NT$5,897
NT$6,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Watsonville
NT$4,417
NT$5,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
NT$8,386
NT$9,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay

Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay
Marina
NT$8,860
NT$10,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
San Simeon
NT$5,074
NT$5,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
855634304
NT$3,414
NT$4,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
NT$3,127
NT$3,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Central California

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
NT$3,300
NT$3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Watsonville
NT$4,417
NT$5,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Arroyo Grande
NT$5,071
NT$5,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$4,200
NT$4,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Blue Dolphin Inn

Blue Dolphin Inn
Cambria
NT$6,502
NT$7,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Blue Dolphin Inn

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Cambria
NT$5,897
NT$6,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
New Monterey
NT$5,710
NT$6,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Victorian Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
NT$3,127
NT$3,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
Cambria
NT$6,185
NT$6,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Sand Pebbles Inn

Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay

Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay
Marina
NT$8,860
NT$10,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay
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4-star beach hotels in Central California

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
New Monterey
NT$8,383
NT$9,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
NT$10,872
NT$12,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
NT$8,386
NT$9,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
NT$7,554
NT$10,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
NT$8,435
NT$10,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Quail

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
NT$13,060
NT$16,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$10,167
NT$11,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
NT$4,218
NT$6,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Sanctuary Beach Resort

Sanctuary Beach Resort
Marina
NT$16,801
NT$21,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Sanctuary Beach Resort

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
Northwest Carmel
NT$16,705
NT$18,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stilwell Hotel
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Find out more about Central California

Central California and its attractions for beach lovers

Central California offers a blend of stunning coastal views and exciting activities for beach lovers. Start your adventure in Monterey, where you can explore the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, home to captivating marine life and immersive exhibits. Just a short drive away, the scenic 17-Mile Drive leads you through iconic coastal vistas and golf courses, perfect for a leisurely outing. In Carmel-by-the-Sea, stroll through charming streets lined with unique boutiques and art galleries before relaxing on the picturesque beach known for its soft sands and breathtaking sunsets. Don’t miss a trip to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, where hiking trails offer spectacular ocean views and opportunities to spot seals and sea otters. For the ultimate beach experience, consider staying in the seaside town of Pismo Beach, where beachfront hotels provide direct access to the sand and surf. Enjoy the iconic Pismo Pier, sample fresh seafood at local eateries, and witness the annual migration of monarch butterflies in nearby groves. With a plethora of top hotels that cater to families and high-end travelers alike, Central California promises a memorable coastal getaway.

Top Central California Hotel Reviews

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport & Silicon Valley

Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport & Silicon Valley

8/10 Good
"Good"
Curtis 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport & Silicon Valley
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"super nice staff, good amenities, nice location and breakfast was a plus ..."
Cindy 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Monarch Resort
Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort

10/10 Excellent
"A total piece of Heaven. The trip was to get away for a few days to reset n breathe in the ocean air. The hotel was more than could have hoped for. The lobby is all glass with a spectacular view of the ocean as it sits on a high bluff. The room was a Premier Queen with an ocean view, and balcony n was absolutely divine with lots of fun extras. Several sitting areas with fire pits n again the views were breath taking. The pool n hot tub were excellent. The grounds were beautiful and very well maintained. They have a breakfast buffet n an “market” if quick treats are needed. Door dash delivers, so you don’t ever have to leave. Everything was so perfect an additional night was booked. The check in was flawless. This hotel will be our new family get away."
Chris-Anne L. 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Pacific Point Resort
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The property is beautiful and views are fantastic! The bathroom in our room was very dated!"
William 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The restaurant attached wasn't open on our first visit. The Westerly, open and delicious, was this time. Great addition to a great place."
Sonja 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Spyglass Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"I loved it here! Beautiful hotel, clean rooms, nice staff and the location is perfect. We cant wait to come back!"
Cassandra 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8/10 Good
"I was not happy with the fact that there were so many add on costs/surcharges"
Atul 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"Very good experience overall. Does everything it needs to and staff were excellent."
William 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Carmel Mission Inn

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