The Best Hotels Closest to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach in San Simeon for 2026

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

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

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

5.2 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

John

NT$2,699

NT$3,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

2. Bluebird Inn

12.8 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Toni

NT$2,302

NT$3,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A dining area with wooden chairs, a table, and a bar with bottles and glasses.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to another room.

A patio area with outdoor seating and a central fire pit.

A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a round coffee table, and a wooden chair. There are large windows with blue curtains, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

3. The Rigdon House

13.1 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Rachel

NT$2,718

NT$3,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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 room with a large window overlooking a road and ocean, a chair, and a thermostat.

4. Coast Riders Inn

5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Marx

NT$3,793

NT$4,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A reception desk with a wooden counter, a white panel wall, a door, a computer monitor, and a small cabinet with decorative items.

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

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.

5. Creekside Inn

13 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Yamina

NT$3,129

NT$3,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A clear swimming pool with a metal ladder and a metal railing.

6. Sea Breeze Inn

5.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Brandon

NT$2,241

NT$2,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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 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.

7. Sand Pebbles Inn

10.3 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Brenda

NT$5,874

NT$6,609 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 cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, leather furniture, and wooden beams.

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

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

8. J Patrick Inn

13.7 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Geoffrey

NT$4,216

NT$4,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A wooden table with a tray containing a bottle of wine, a glass of wine, a book titled "Running on Night," a basket with bread, and a plate.

A spacious living room with wooden floors, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A rustic wooden building with a glass door entrance, a stone patio, and a view of the interior.

A wooden interior with a bed, a bench, a sink, and a mirror.

9. Squibb Houses

13 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Rex

NT$3,609

NT$4,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.

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.

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

10. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Xiao

NT$4,827

NT$5,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 spacious lobby with leather chairs, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the parking lot and greenery outside.

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

11. Silver Surf Motel

5.1 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Raul

NT$1,883

NT$2,119 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 coastal walkway with a wooden boardwalk, grassy areas, and rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean.

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.

12. Blue Dolphin Inn

10 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Pat

NT$6,194

NT$6,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean at sunset.

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 William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

FRANK PAUL

NT$5,107

NT$5,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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 cozy room with a built-in bench, a woven basket, and a view through white shutters.

14. White Water

9.5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Sravya

NT$8,588

NT$10,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

15. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

5.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Katelyn

NT$4,817

NT$5,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

16. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

9.5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Max

NT$5,793

NT$6,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by large windows.

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

17. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

5.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

BASHAR

NT$4,856

NT$5,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

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

18. Moonstone Landing

10.3 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Sabir

NT$5,491

NT$6,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Two Adirondack chairs facing a scenic view of the ocean at sunset, with a wooden sign in the background.

A coastal beach with waves, rocky shoreline, and distant mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, and a painting on the wall.

A sign for Sea Otter Inn with a garden in front.

19. Sea Otter Inn

9.7 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Staci

NT$6,034

NT$6,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and vegetation.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, a TV on a wooden stand, and a window with curtains.

A group of people around a fire pit by the ocean at sunset.

A sign with "Sands by the Sea" and an American flag, with a welcome message.

20. Sands by The Sea

5.1 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Elizabeth

NT$2,606

NT$2,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle	9.2 Wonderful 1,378 reviews	View
Bluebird Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
The Rigdon House	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Creekside Inn	9.2 Wonderful 872 reviews	View

Top William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach Hotel Reviews

Castle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room, across the street from the beach . The staff were very helpful and the cleaning crew was excellent. The breakfast was adequate, it was the basics,but the coffee was very good. The room had good a/c, showers were very clean,and excellent hot water."

Silver Surf Motel

8/10 Good

"Basic clean motel with facilities you would expect. Good value for money."

Coast Riders Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We were surprised about how great the staff, rooms, and views were."

San Simeon Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The owner was great and he was extremely pleasant. Would stay there again."

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room, views and balcony!"

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

8/10 Good

"Room was nice. Bed was a little hard . Front desk staff very nice and helpful. A little warm without air conditioning but there was a fan and it is the Beach . It was still ok and would stay there again . Very close wall to the beach"

Sand Pebbles Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Just a really good place to stay. The breakfast burritos were out of this world!!! Delivered on time, wrapped to perfection and could easily feed two peeps! Really nice, local vibe on the breakfast. Well done"

Sands by The Sea

8/10 Good

"Staff was amazing and super helpful, the hotel we stayed at was a “sister” hotel of the Cavalier, not bad for the price. The property itself is a bit outdated, outlets were broken & loose making it hard to charge any electronics, but the plus is being a sister facility you are able to utilize all of the amenities of the Cavalier hotel as well."

FogCatcher Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was really nice but the pool was empty"

Other attractions near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

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 coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and rolling hills in the background.

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

9.0/10 (176 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Simeon. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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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 William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is located in San Simeon. This historic area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. You'll find 33 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

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 William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Silver Surf Motel and San Simeon Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

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What can I see and do near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

Create some family memories at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, Sebastian General Store, and Cambria State Marine Park while you're exploring the area around William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Hearst Ranch Winery, Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument, and William Randolph Hearst State Park are worth a stop while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Hearst Castle and Elephant Seal Vista Point.

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Our top choices for William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach hotels

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

2. Bluebird Inn

3. The Rigdon House

4. Coast Riders Inn

5. Creekside Inn

6. Sea Breeze Inn

7. Sand Pebbles Inn

8. J Patrick Inn

9. Squibb Houses

10. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

11. Silver Surf Motel

12. Blue Dolphin Inn

13. Castle Inn

14. White Water

15. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

16. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

17. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

18. Moonstone Landing

19. Sea Otter Inn

20. Sands by The Sea

Compare popular hotels close to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Top William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach Hotel Reviews

Castle Inn

Silver Surf Motel

Coast Riders Inn

San Simeon Lodge

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

Sand Pebbles Inn

Sands by The Sea

FogCatcher Inn

Other attractions near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

San Simeon Pier

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Hearst Ranch Winery

Hearst Castle

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Sebastian General Store

William Randolph Hearst State Park

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