Central Coast California Beach Vacations 2026

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Top Beach Central Coast California Hotels

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

1 hour drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Relax at this hotel and watch the sunset on the beach in Monterey, as you'll be a short walk from Monterey State Beach. Amenities at Monterey Beach Hotel, A ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (744 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"Firstly the staff were all very kind and attentive. Kids loved the pool. Towel rack at pool was filthy and unstocked. The draw for me was the ocean front property which was great but the beach down below was dirty with trash, graffiti and deceased seals and birds. Rooms are tiny, had hair on our ..."

Reviewed on 2026/8/11

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St. Santa Barbara CA

4 hours drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Make the most of this fantastic location, as you'll be a short walk from Leadbetter Beach with a vacation stay at this hotel.

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

4 hours drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Watch the sunset on the beach in Pismo Beach, as you'll be within walking distance of Pismo State Beach with a stay at this hotel. 3 hot tubs, beach yoga, and ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,854 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach yoga, kids pool

Travelers say...

"It was a great experience. Loved the location, including the family and pet friendliness. A couple of things of note - none of the charging USBs worked in the room, but staff brought us a charging station. We had to ask for our pets bowls, for the room we paid $100 extra dollars for a night ($100 ..."

Reviewed on 2026/8/11

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