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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 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.

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

1. Coast Riders Inn

17.9 km from National Geographic Theater

Jonathan

NT$3,486

NT$3,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

2. Sea Breeze Inn

18.3 km from National Geographic Theater

Brandon

NT$2,054

NT$2,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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 grand building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

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

3. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

18.1 km from National Geographic Theater

Susan

NT$2,752

NT$3,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, multiple seating areas including orange patterned chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV.

A hotel with a flat roof, a parking lot, and a view of distant hills.

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

4. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

18.3 km from National Geographic Theater

Jill

NT$4,384

NT$4,941 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 stone fountain surrounded by a circular stone border, a tree, and a bench in a park-like setting.

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

5. Silver Surf Motel

18 km from National Geographic Theater

Jackie

NT$1,760

NT$1,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

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.

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

6. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

18.2 km from National Geographic Theater

Mark

NT$4,372

NT$4,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A building with a mural of a blue whale and a sign that reads "Welcome to San Simeon."

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, a painting, and a window with a view.

An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the road, and a sign for Big Sur Restaurant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a blue wall, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

7. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

18 km from National Geographic Theater

Michelle

NT$2,452

NT$2,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 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.

8. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

17.8 km from National Geographic Theater

Xiao

NT$4,401

NT$4,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

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.

9. Sands by The Sea

17.9 km from National Geographic Theater

Elizabeth

NT$2,657

NT$2,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An outdoor patio area with a central fire feature surrounded by tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A room with a view of a tree and a body of water through large windows.

A rocky coastal landscape with waves crashing against the shore, a clear sky, and a distant view of the ocean.

A restaurant with outdoor seating, surrounded by a garden with white flowers and a mountainous backdrop.

10. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

8.2 km from National Geographic Theater

John P

NT$5,826

NT$6,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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Compare popular hotels close to National Geographic Theater

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Sea Breeze Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle	9.2 Wonderful 1,382 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria	8.8 Excellent 84 reviews	View
Silver Surf Motel	8.2 Very good 1,621 reviews	View

Top National Geographic Theater Hotel Reviews

Castle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet, love the across the street from ocean spot. Jack at front desk, wonderful, had key and in my room with no delay. Other front desk persons just as great, great little town. Me and my bride enjoyed the two night stay very much so."

Pelican Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Parking was a bit hard. Easy walkable to beach & restaurants."

Sand Pebbles Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at this location many times and it never disappoints."

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Good value, comfortable bed, quiet environment, balcony, very good breakfast - eggs, bacon, sausages, all kinds of bread, yogurt, waffles, great and welcoming staff"

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

8/10 Good

"Excellent view of the ocean."

San Simeon Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. I was pleased with the room."

Sands by The Sea

8/10 Good

"Only issue we had was that there was no air conditioning. And that the shower stall was very cramped..."

Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

10/10 Excellent

"The area is beautiful. This is an older hotel but fit our needs well!"

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Although this appeared to be an older property, it was well maintained. Front desk staff were very helpful. Breakfast was an elevated continental experience and included a waffle maker."

Other attractions near National Geographic Theater

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, a dirt path, and a small white building.

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

8.4/10 (414 reviews)

Go on a tour of this 19th-century lighthouse and explore an interpretive trail showcasing the surrounding scenery, historic buildings and wildlife.

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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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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 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 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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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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Salmon Creek Falls Trail

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Salmon Creek Falls Trail, a lovely green space in Big Sur. Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Geographic Theater?

National Geographic Theater is located in a historic area of San Simeon known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. San Simeon is home to 38 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best place to stay near National Geographic Theater?

Ragged Point Inn and Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from National Geographic Theater. Other good options in the area include Silver Surf Motel and Cavalier Oceanfront Resort.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Geographic Theater, 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 check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near National Geographic Theater.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Geographic Theater?

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Our top choices for National Geographic Theater hotels

1. Coast Riders Inn

2. Sea Breeze Inn

3. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

4. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

5. Silver Surf Motel

6. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

7. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

8. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

9. Sands by The Sea

10. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Compare popular hotels close to National Geographic Theater

Top National Geographic Theater Hotel Reviews

Castle Inn

Pelican Inn & Suites

Sand Pebbles Inn

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

San Simeon Lodge

Sands by The Sea

Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

Other attractions near National Geographic Theater

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Hearst Castle

Hearst Ranch Winery

San Simeon Pier

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Sebastian General Store

Salmon Creek Falls Trail

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