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Name: Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Price range: $250 total
Rating: 8.4

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Top Central Coast California Beach Resorts & Hotels

Moonstone Landing

6240 Moonstone Beach Drive Cambria CA

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$160 total

per night

Mar 8 - Mar 9

A hot tub is featured at this hotel, along with free self parking. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. A terrace ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

Beautiful room, beautiful place, great people

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St. Santa Barbara CA

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$154 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Free WiFi in public areas is available at this hotel. Take advantage of the free self parking.

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)

Staff was friendly and the rooms were very clean. It’s a little outdated but we didn’t spend much time in the room anyway. It’s perfect if your looking to do some walking because the pier is about a 10-15 minute walk away and there are restaurants even closer

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

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$228 total

per night

Mar 8 - Mar 9

This Art Deco hotel features 3 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool and barbecue grills. Enjoy the a rooftop ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,640 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...

Such a beautiful property

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea

2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA

Fully refundable

$195 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi in public areas is free. Self parking, a terrace, and a garden are also offered.

9/10 Wonderful! (1,243 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

Front desk friendly

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Rd Marina CA

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$379 total

per night

Mar 22 - Mar 23

This smoke-free resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Resort was very nice. The staff was very friendly. Beach access was great. The beach was spotless. Water was crystal clear and it was a wonderful experience. The room had very nice amenities. The only reason for a four star review and not five was the bed was not very comfortable maybe time to change ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites

280 Wadsworth Ave Pismo Beach CA

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$125 total

per night

Mar 8 - Mar 9

This motel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,728 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

Are room was clean and smell clean..had a partial view, we could smell the ocean…staff was friendly and attentive to are needs..we had a nice visit…

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

The Milo

202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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$266 total

per night

Mar 11 - Mar 12

This hotel's 2 outdoor pools and hot tub are among the featured amenities. WiFi in public areas is free. Valet parking, a terrace, and a garden are also ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,534 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, sun loungers, beach towels, outdoor pools

Travelers say...

Dirty sheets with stains and an unpleasant smell.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$250 total

per night

Mar 15 - Mar 16

This smoke-free hotel includes 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and enjoy the hot tub.

8.4/10 Very Good! (487 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

Good place and friendly people

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

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Monterey Bay Inn

242 Cannery Row Monterey CA

$237 nightly

$270 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,040 reviews)

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