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Moonstone Landing

Moonstone Landing

6240 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Smooth and easy check-in, wifi worked extremely well, fantastic location and room was spacious and very clean. We booked an ocean view room which was awesome. The only issue was the noise coming from the 2nd floor. You could hear every footstep. When they showered or flushed, you could hear it, and ..."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Moonstone Landing
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great for beach vacations

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
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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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,426 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...
"This is my new favorite in Pismo. Just a great all around resort!"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Great for beach vacations

Cottage Inn By The Sea

2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundable
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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,070 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Great for beach vacations

Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...
"Beautiful place, wonderful staff, EJ, the bartender was excellent!"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Sanctuary Beach Resort
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Great for beach vacations

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
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This hotel features a restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a terrace are also ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,381 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Travelers say...
"This hotel has a great location right on the beach with a lovely deck area with firepits as well as a rooftop deck with a couple of lounge chairs and a seating area. However the hotel didn't seem worthy of the high nightly room charge. We had a standard room with no ocean view. The room was quite ..."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great for beach vacations

Edgewater Inn And Suites

280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
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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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,084 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Great location; right on the beach, and walking distance to all the shops and restaurants. Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Decent selection of pastries and coffee for breakfast. Staff was very friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Great for beach vacations

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

2600 Sand Dunes Dr, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This eco-certified 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.
8.2/10 Very Good! (277 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Everything"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,043 reviews)
"Es un excelente lugar para relajarse, limpio y seguro,"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Lovers Point Inn
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How much does it cost to stay in a beach hotel in Central California?


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Do any beach hotels in Central California have a pool?


Many Central California hotels on the beach have pools. You can choose which amenities you want and use our pool filter to see the Central California beach hotels that have pools on site.


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Are there cheap beach hotels in Central California?


Prices for Central California beach hotels currently start at just a night. With 130 Central California beach hotels to choose from, you have stacks of tempting options, whatever your budget.


What are some great things to do in Central California by the beach?


Enjoy swimming, reading, and sunbathing on the beach in Central California. There’s also action-packed beach fun and watersport adventures, too. Check each hotel’s information section to find out what’s available.


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