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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 bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a sofa set, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a fireplace.

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

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

18.1 km from National Geographic Theater

John

NT$3,003

NT$3,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and ocean.

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.

2. Sea Breeze Inn

18.3 km from National Geographic Theater

Brandon

NT$2,011

NT$2,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A waiting area with a motorcycle, a bench, and posters on the wall.

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

3. Coast Riders Inn

17.9 km from National Geographic Theater

Marx

NT$3,793

NT$4,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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.

A coastal property with multiple buildings, parking areas, and a view of the ocean.

4. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

18.3 km from National Geographic Theater

Katelyn

NT$4,817

NT$5,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious room with large windows, leather chairs, a glass table, and a travel information stand.

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

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.

5. Silver Surf Motel

18 km from National Geographic Theater

Raul

NT$1,883

NT$2,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A restaurant with booth seating, a view of the ocean, and a patio area with plants and a railing.

6. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

17.8 km from National Geographic Theater

Xiao

NT$4,827

NT$5,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and two framed pictures on the walls.

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

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

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.

7. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

18.2 km from National Geographic Theater

BASHAR

NT$4,856

NT$5,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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.

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.

8. Sands by The Sea

17.9 km from National Geographic Theater

Elizabeth

NT$2,606

NT$2,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a large map, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

9. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

18 km from National Geographic Theater

Michael

NT$2,324

NT$2,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern living room with yellow sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.

An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, parking area, and ocean views.

A hotel lobby with yellow sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the beach.

10. San Simeon Lodge

17.7 km from National Geographic Theater

Erlyn Salvador

NT$2,522

NT$2,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

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.

11. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

8.2 km from National Geographic Theater

Chuck

NT$5,715

NT$6,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to National Geographic Theater

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle	9.2 Wonderful 1,376 reviews	View
Sea Breeze Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria	8.8 Excellent 78 reviews	View
Silver Surf Motel	8.2 Very good 1,599 reviews	View

Top National Geographic Theater Hotel Reviews

Coast Riders Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Easy in and out access to Highway 1, clean and renovated rooms, cool history of the site, and friendly and helpful attendant checked us in and out. Great stay and no issues or concerns at all!"

Ragged Point Inn and Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Loved every minute of our 2 night stay."

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

8/10 Good

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Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"This is my go to place to stay in San Simeon. It's affordable and the rooms are decent. The best things I like besides the affordability are the friendly staff (Edward and Maria), the pool and jacuzzi with the fire pit next to it, the continental breakfast and there is a nice beach front across Highway 1 right out front if you walk to the west end of the street. I've stayed here multiple times and Edward provides great customer service. This time I also was assisted by Maria, and she too was amazing. It's not a high end place like places along Moonstone Beach in Cambria, but it's affordable and comfortable with great service and amenities."

Castle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We booked our first stay at Castle Inn for the summer for one night with our family & simply loved it, so we recently booked a 2 night stay for my husband and I for our 12 year Anniversary. We especially loved having a beach front view and access to walk across the street for an even better view of the beach. The surrounding area is very peaceful and safe. The staff was very attentive. Especially Jeff. We hope to continue making memories here with our family."

Oceanpoint Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful opportunity to detach from city life!"

Sands by The Sea

10/10 Excellent

"A charming little hotel nestled right on the beach. I especially loved the nightly campfires, which created a cozy atmosphere where guests could sit by the fire and enjoy the beach in the evenings. Unfortunately, the hotel is quite dated and could benefit from better maintenance and some upgrades, especially considering the price. Service was inconsistent, with some staff being friendly and professional while others seemed inexperienced or unhelpful. Room service was technically available but practically nonexistent, as calls often went unanswered or requests were met with confusion. The hotel feels more like a family-run business than a professionally managed resort. While this gives it a certain charm, there is room for improvement in staff training, professionalism, and overall service. Although the hotel is dog-friendly, the restaurant is not, and there is only one outdoor table available beside it, making dining with a dog somewhat inconvenient. Overall, I enjoyed the location and unique atmosphere, particularly the nightly beach campfires. However, with better maintenance, upgraded facilities, and more consistent service, the hotel could offer a much better experience for the price."

Sea Breeze Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay."

Sand Pebbles Inn

10/10 Excellent

"room was very clean and in good condition"

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. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

2. Sea Breeze Inn

3. Coast Riders Inn

4. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

5. Silver Surf Motel

6. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

7. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

8. Sands by The Sea

9. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

10. San Simeon Lodge

11. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Compare popular hotels close to National Geographic Theater

Top National Geographic Theater Hotel Reviews

Coast Riders Inn

Ragged Point Inn and Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Castle Inn

Oceanpoint Ranch

Sands by The Sea

Sea Breeze Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

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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