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Top Central California Beach Resorts & Hotels

Moonstone Landing

Moonstone Landing

6240 Moonstone Beach Drive Cambria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$142 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$160 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
Very good option in Cambria - Clean rooms, decent breakfast and directly opposite Moonstone beach.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

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SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great for beach vacations

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$199 nightly
The price is $228 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$228 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,649 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
It was great

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Cottage Inn By The Sea
Great for beach vacations

Cottage Inn By The Sea

2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$179 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
$205 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,267 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Laundry room easily available and free coffee each money freshly made in the lobby

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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Sanctuary Beach Resort
Great for beach vacations

Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Rd Marina CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$372 nightly
The price is $430 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$430 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,001 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
Property was well maintained and the staff was very professional. Nice onsite restaurant and a gorgeous ocean view.

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Great for beach vacations

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

100 Stimson Ave Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$192 nightly
The price is $221 total per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
$221 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,597 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
Very nice place.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great for beach vacations

Edgewater Inn And Suites

280 Wadsworth Ave Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$136 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
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! (2,774 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Very convenient nice to be close to the beach

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$218 nightly
The price is $253 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$253 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
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! (507 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
I had a very disappointing experience during my stay at Monterey Beach Hotel. I was initially assigned room 118, which was saturated with cigarette smoke. The odor was overwhelming and completely unacceptable, especially for a non-smoking property. After requesting a change, I was moved to room 126, ...

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

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Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

625 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$129 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$147 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,288 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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