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Ragged Point Inn and Resort
"Staff was so unfriendly. Not helpful at all. Plumbing did not work. Very weak pressure. Smell horrible in the room and common area. Restaurant food expensive and not good. Never again. Very bad experience."
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
"Room was clean & well maintained. Only problem was that there was no air conditioning just a heater. Opening the door to the balcony definitely cooled down the room but if you’re a light sleeper, it really doesn’t totally quiet down until 10-11 pm and there’s still the ever present sound of occasional ..."
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

Sea Breeze Inn
"I had stayed here before with no trouble, and the location is convenient. This time, check in was terrible. When I arrived I was told that my reservation had been cancelled. They alleged that my credit card had been declined (it hadn’t), which was especially strange since I was supposed to pay when ..."
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle
"Great location, friendly staff, and a complimentary breakfast. Hard to beat for the price!"
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

Silver Surf Motel
"I loved that they brought items requested when needed within just a few minutes. Extra coffee, utensils, iron, so professional and sweet!!"
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

Sands by The Sea
"N/a"
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

San Simeon Lodge
"Very dated and maintenance was poor"
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
"The patio door was broken and had to be fixed. One light bulb was burned out. The exterior stair well was filthy - hadn't been cleaned in weeks. Not my recommendation. No elevator. Stairs from the main parking lot into the building."
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

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San Simeon Hotel & Travel Guide
There aren't many places on earth where you can tour a historic and lavish castle, walk on the beach, and hang out with elephant seals all in one day. San Simeon, California, is one of those places. With a population of just 500 people, it's an untouched spot with natural beauty and historic sites, making packages to San Simeon perfect for an easy getaway.
Out and About in San Simeon
Newspaper baron William Randolph Hearst is part of that history. In 1919, he inherited what would become Hearst Castle, now a 165-room, 127-acre retreat. Hearst's artwork is on display throughout the castle and its spectacular gardens. While Hearst Castle won't be on your list of possible San Simeon hotels when you book your vacation, it's still a nice spot to tour and dream of a life lived high up on a hill.
For historic buildings closer to the water, check out the Piedras Blancas Light Station, a lighthouse built in 1875 and one of only a few built in California. It's 6 miles north of Hearst Castle, but you may soon forget that lavish landmark once you catch a glimpse of Piedras Blancas' own natural wonder. In a nearby secluded cove, elephant seals dominate the landscape. Word has it 15,000 of these guys and gals call the area home. It's an easy stop along Highway 1 and a great spot to snap some nature pics.
Eating and Drinking
San Simeon has restaurants on Castillo Drive, where you can indulge in casual beach dining of beer and fish and chips. Enjoy more upscale wine and cocktails with your seafood across the Cabrillo Highway on Hearst Drive. Don't worry—all hotels in San Simeon have the amenities you need to wash the sand from between your toes and to get dressed up for a night out.
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Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
"Room was clean & well maintained. Only problem was that there was no air conditioning just a heater. Opening the door to the balcony definitely cooled down the room but if you’re a light sleeper, it really doesn’t totally quiet down until 10-11 pm and there’s still the ever present sound of occasional night traffic. If that’s a problem, I would suggest ask for a room that doesn’t face the road. Breakfast was really good, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, waffles, oatmeal & all sorts of toastable bread & bagels."
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