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A wooden pavilion with a covered seating area, outdoor tables, and chairs.

A tent with a bed, a chair, and a small table with a device.

A rustic building with wooden pillars and a stone foundation, labeled as 'The Ansel Adams Gallery' and 'The Ansel Adams Gallery'.

A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, and shower with a grab bar.

1. Curry Village

Yosemite National Park

NT$3,182

NT$4,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Landing," surrounded by a rope barrier, rocks, and plants.

A glass-enclosed shower with a pebble-patterned floor, a small shelf with a plant, and a white towel on a shelf.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with open shutters, a wall-mounted compass, a lamp, and a small heater.

A beachside area with picnic tables, a large planter, and a red chair.

2. The Landing at Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay

NT$1,888

NT$2,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A coastal hotel with a long balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a table with a plate of food and drinks, and two rocking chairs.

A group of people gathered around a stone fire pit with a view of the ocean at sunset.

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

3. 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$4,817

NT$5,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

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

A cozy room with wooden walls, a dining area, and a large window.

4. Bluebird Inn

Cambria

Seaside serenity with daily beach shuttle service and access to a private beach club where sun, sand, and waves beckon.

NT$2,426

NT$3,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a view of the street.

A modern living room with wooden furniture, a built-in kitchen, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of a body of water and hills.

A modern bathroom with a granite sink, a large mirror, a shower with a handrail, and a toilet.

5. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay

NT$2,302

NT$2,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.

A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, a landscaped garden, and a patio area.

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

6. Pacific Point Resort

Pismo Beach

Soak up the sun at this ocean-view haven, with a heated pool and captivating sunsets, just an 8-minute stroll to Pismo State Beach.

NT$5,643

NT$7,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A coastal garden with a pathway leading to beach chairs and a view of the ocean.

A window with a view of the ocean and a pier.

A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.

A modern dining area with a central seating arrangement, a kitchen in the background, and a chandelier overhead.

7. Cottage Inn By The Sea

Pismo Beach

Stroll along sandy shores just steps away from this beachfront hotel, where fire pits illuminate ocean vistas and coastal adventures await.

NT$5,118

NT$5,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern building with a multi-level balcony and a tree in the background.

A golf course with bunkers, a wooden fence, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with rocky outcrops and waves.

8. Olympia Lodge

Beach Tract

Unwind on Monterey's coast with beach-day adventures, just a three-minute drive to pristine shorelines and ocean explorations.

NT$3,905

NT$4,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Beach hotels with pools in Central California

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

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.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey

NT$6,856

NT$8,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.

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.

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey

NT$7,009

NT$9,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, a fire pit, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and lights.

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

855634304

NT$3,412

NT$4,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.

A modern dining area with a central seating arrangement, a kitchen in the background, and a chandelier overhead.

A window with a view of the ocean and a pier.

A rooftop pool with a clear view of the ocean, surrounded by lounge chairs and a railing.

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Pismo Beach

NT$5,118

NT$5,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

A dining area with a long table set for multiple people, surrounded by wooden chairs and a stone wall.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a kitchen area with dark cabinets.

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey

NT$6,245

NT$7,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A sunset view from a patio with chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

Pismo Beach

NT$6,978

NT$8,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, two seating areas, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a television, and a bookshelf.

A modern indoor pool area with clear blue walls, a pool, and seating areas.

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Morro Bay

NT$3,788

NT$4,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A kitchen area with a coffee machine, toaster, and bread display.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

A Best Western Park Crest Inn sign with a yellow building and a landscaped garden in front.

Best Western Park Crest Inn

Alta Mesa

NT$4,306

NT$4,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, a landscaped garden, and a patio area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.

A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

Pacific Point Resort

Pismo Beach

NT$5,643

NT$7,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.

Castle Inn

Cambria

NT$5,225

NT$5,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Central California

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

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.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey

NT$6,856

NT$8,140 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 wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a coastal view.

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a small table with glasses and snacks.

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

Sand Pebbles Inn

Cambria

NT$6,181

NT$6,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.

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.

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey

NT$7,009

NT$9,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A sunset view from a patio with chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

Pismo Beach

NT$6,978

NT$8,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, a fire pit, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and lights.

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

855634304

NT$3,412

NT$4,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, two seating areas, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a television, and a bookshelf.

A modern indoor pool area with clear blue walls, a pool, and seating areas.

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Morro Bay

NT$3,788

NT$4,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, coffee table, fireplace, television, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a comfortable seating area with a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a TV, and a painting.

Victorian Inn

New Monterey

NT$5,133

NT$5,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a round mirror, a dining table with fruit, a sofa, and a staircase with a railing.

A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A modern building with multiple balconies overlooking a coastal view.

Monterey Bay Inn

New Monterey

NT$7,943

NT$9,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the landscape.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, a covered deck area with white railings, and hanging flower baskets.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a striped armchair, a glass coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

A living room with a fireplace, a television on a cabinet, and a chair with a book.

Carmel Bay View Inn

Downtown Carmel

NT$4,426

NT$5,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.

Castle Inn

Cambria

NT$5,225

NT$5,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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4-star beach hotels in Central California

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

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.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey

NT$6,856

NT$8,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.

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.

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey

NT$7,009

NT$9,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey

NT$10,581

NT$12,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey

NT$9,558

NT$11,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the beach.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a pool area, and a wooden boardwalk.

Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

Downtown Pismo Beach

NT$6,340

NT$8,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A breakfast table with a view of the beach and ocean.

A long dining table set for a formal event with multiple chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a chandelier.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a large overhead industrial-style kitchen.

A beachside seating area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking the beach and ocean.

Sanctuary Beach Resort

Marina

NT$13,514

NT$17,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A building with the sign "IN AT THE PIER".

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a reception desk, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern restaurant with a central bar, wooden paneling, and patterned floor tiles.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the beach.

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Pismo Beach

NT$6,419

NT$7,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-story building with balconies, a fountain, and a patio area.

A stone wall with a statue, a wooden bench with a basket, and a mirror with a decorative frame.

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, a bathtub with rose petals, and a mirror.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a tiled entrance, and a sign reading "Avila La Fonda Hotel".

Avila La Fonda Hotel

Avila Beach

NT$6,567

NT$7,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern building with large windows overlooking a coastal area.

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.

A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, stone wall, and a view of the ocean.

Highlands Inn, a Destination By Hyatt

Carmel Highlands

NT$14,854

NT$18,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

A garden with a variety of flowers and plants, a building with arches and a balcony with potted plants.

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a potted plant, a patterned ottoman, and a wooden chair.

A garden with a chessboard, a pool, and a gazebo.

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle

NT$21,156

NT$26,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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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

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent

"This was our second stay at Pacific, and the service was excellent as always. It’s close to the areas we wanted to visit, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and very quiet at night. Highly recommended."

Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean hotel. Nice and quaint and awesome interior hallway with plants. Well maintained and upkeep. Would definitely be back!"

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great location near the wharf"

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We used to have a breakfast at the restaurant At the property. It was a long time ago tough. Now they serve breakfast At the lobby. I wish the quality was better. The room was cleaned, but didn’t feel fresh. The shower could be cleaner."

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