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Our top choices for Central California beach hotels

1. 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$6,590
NT$7,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Sand Pebbles Inn

2. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
NT$5,934
NT$6,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Castle Inn

3. 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$2,983
NT$4,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bluebird Inn

4. 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$5,181
NT$5,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Spyglass Inn

5. 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$3,309
NT$3,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

6. 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$5,090
NT$5,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

7. Curry Village

Curry Village
Yosemite National Park
NT$5,236
NT$6,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Curry Village

8. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Cambria
  • Discover paradise at Fireside Inn, just a 5-minute walk to Moonstone Beach's sandy shores and spectacular sunset views.
NT$6,151
NT$6,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

9. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
NT$5,439
NT$6,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Carmel Mission Inn

10. 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$4,565
NT$5,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
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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

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
NT$4,091
NT$6,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
NT$5,934
NT$6,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Castle Inn

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
Pismo Beach
NT$5,181
NT$5,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Spyglass Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
NT$3,309
NT$3,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
NT$4,565
NT$5,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
San Simeon
NT$5,090
NT$5,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
NT$6,493
NT$8,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Inn At Morro Bay

Inn At Morro Bay
Morro Bay
NT$4,211
NT$4,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Inn At Morro Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
NT$5,729
NT$6,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Morro Bay
NT$4,204
NT$4,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Central California

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn
Cambria
NT$6,590
NT$7,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Sand Pebbles Inn

Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Cambria
NT$5,934
NT$6,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Castle Inn

Blue Dolphin Inn

Blue Dolphin Inn
Cambria
NT$6,579
NT$7,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Blue Dolphin Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Pismo Beach
NT$3,309
NT$3,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Little Sur Inn

Little Sur Inn
Cambria
NT$6,740
NT$7,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Little Sur Inn

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
San Simeon
NT$4,565
NT$5,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Pelican Inn & Suites

Pelican Inn & Suites
Cambria
NT$5,592
NT$6,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Pelican Inn & Suites

Cambria Beach Lodge

Cambria Beach Lodge
Cambria
NT$5,265
NT$6,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Cambria Beach Lodge

Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
New Monterey
NT$5,786
NT$6,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Victorian Inn

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
San Simeon
NT$3,125
NT$3,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
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4-star beach hotels in Central California

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
NT$4,091
NT$6,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
NT$6,493
NT$8,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
NT$8,769
NT$10,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
NT$11,870
NT$13,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
NT$12,071
NT$15,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
NT$10,158
NT$12,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
The Quail

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
NT$7,643
NT$10,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
New Monterey
NT$11,662
NT$13,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
NT$9,183
NT$12,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Seascape Beach Resort

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola
NT$9,898
NT$13,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Inn at Depot Hill
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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

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

8/10 Good
"Room was excellent but no a/c. Carpets in common areas need thorough cleaning."
Gustav 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Monterey Hotel
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay!"
David 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel. Restaurant was great. Very close into town"
Tish 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Carmel Mission Inn
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

8/10 Good
"Everything went so smoothly, just steps from the beach! Perfect for a family or couples trip."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"The property alone spoke for itself! The only bummer was not staying long enough! The room was quite pleasant and spacious for my partner and I. I would definitely go back to this hotel."
Marley 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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