The Little Sur Inn is a 3-star hotel located just outside Big Sur, a short drive from Hearst Castle and San Luis Obispo County wineries. The hotel enjoys a peaceful and scenic setting, offering stunning ocean views and a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle. It consistently receives excellent user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The inn features comfortable rooms with amenities like a gas fireplace, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Guests can enjoy complimentary grab-and-go breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and access to a garden, terrace, spa, and parking. The hotel is also conveniently located near local attractions such as the Fiscalini Hiking Ranch and Nitt Witt Ridge.
9.3 1581 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$3222/nighttotal: SG$6444 (2 )
The Rigdon House
7 13
hotel , Cambria
The Rigdon House is a historic hotel in Cambria, situated within easy walking distance of the town's shops, restaurants and wineries, and just a short drive from the stunning Moonstone Beach. This 3-star hotel consistently receives excellent ratings from guests for its cleanliness, location and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of comfortable rooms and suites, all equipped with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy a complimentary evening wine social, relax in the beautifully designed library, or take advantage of the fitness centre, bar and room service.
8.9 3984 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$1205/nighttotal: SG$2410 (2 )
Bluebird Inn
4 13
hotel , Cambria
The Bluebird Inn is located on Main Street in Cambria, a 5-minute drive from Moonstone Beach Park and a 22.5-kilometre drive from Hearst Castle. This 3-star hotel has received very good user ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience. The inn offers a range of facilities, including a garden and terrace, perfect for relaxing in the Cambria sunshine. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a DVD player in all rooms, as well as a fitness centre and parking on-site.
10 1 review
San Simeon, CA
14/08 – 18/08
SG$563/nighttotal: SG$2252 (4 )
King Room At Cavalier | Ocean Views, Fire Pits & Steps From Coastal Adventures!
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
This San Simeon beachfront apartment, near Moonstone Beach and Cambria State Marine Park, offers easy access to Hearst Castle (approximately 0.6 km away). The 38 square metre self-catering flat features one bedroom, one bathroom, sleeps two guests, and includes a balcony, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a swimming pool, parking and daily housekeeping (some days only).
10 1 review
San Simeon, CA
26/06 – 28/06
SG$638/nighttotal: SG$1276 (2 )
Deluxe King At Cavalier Resort | Swimming Pools, Dining & Near Hearst Castle
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
The Deluxe King At Cavalier Resort, situated on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in San Simeon, California, is located near Highway 101, a short drive (a few kilometres) from Hearst Castle and Moonstone Beach. This oceanfront room, part of the Cavalier Resort, offers 34 square metres of space with a king-size bed, private patio/balcony, and a wood-burning fireplace; it sleeps two guests and includes access to heated pools, fire pits, and on-site dining at the Cavalier Coastal Kitchen.
8.6 2158 reviews
San Simeon, CA
19/10 – 24/10
SG$316/nighttotal: SG$1580 (5 )
Fogcatcher Inn
1 2
hotel , Cambria
The Fogcatcher Inn is a 3-star hotel located just a short drive from San Simeon State Park and Hearst Castle Estate, making it ideal for exploring the beautiful Cambria coastline. It has received very good user ratings, indicating a positive experience for previous guests. The country-style inn has a relaxing atmosphere and offers a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and spa. Guests can also enjoy a restaurant, bar, and fitness centre, as well as free Wi-Fi and parking.
8.6 2130 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$2450/nighttotal: SG$4900 (2 )
Cambria Landing Inn And Suites
4 13
hotel , Cambria
The Cambria Landing Inn And Suites is a 3-star hotel located in Cambria, California, just 20 minutes south of Hearst Castle, offering a peaceful escape overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It has received very good user ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience. The inn features individually decorated rooms with gas log fireplaces and seating areas, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the area. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, spa, restaurant and bar, as well as free WiFi and parking.
San Simeon, CA
14/08 – 18/08
SG$1455/nighttotal: SG$5820 (4 )
3 Units | Experience Scenic Views From Outdoor Firepit
3 2
hotel , San Simeon
This apartment is located on a scenic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in San Simeon, just a few kilometres from Hearst Castle and close to Highway 101. The apartment offers stunning ocean views and a tranquil setting. The apartment is comfortably sized at 90 square metres and can accommodate up to 12 guests. It includes three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious living area. The apartment offers a range of amenities, including a heated outdoor pool, oceanfront fire pits, a fitness centre, and a restaurant with ocean views. Guests also benefit from free parking, concierge service, and pet-friendly accommodation.
This oceanfront flat in San Simeon is located just a short distance from Hearst Castle and Moonstone Beach, offering easy access to the area's top attractions. The peaceful surroundings provide a relaxing retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, covering 30 square meters and comfortably accommodating two guests. It includes amenities such as Wi-Fi, towels, linens, and cleaning services, ensuring a comfortable stay and access to nearby attractions like Moonstone Beach Park and Hearst Castle.
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$2352/nighttotal: SG$4704 (2 )
Steps Away From The Ocean! 4 Relaxing Units Along Highway 101 | Outdoor Pool
4 13
hotel , San Simeon
This spacious apartment is situated on a scenic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in San Simeon, just 3 kilometres from Hearst Castle and close to Highway 101. The apartment offers stunning ocean views and is steps away from the beach, providing a truly immersive coastal experience. The apartment is perfect for large groups, with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, offering a comfortable stay for up to 16 guests. The apartment offers a range of amenities, including free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre, and a heated outdoor pool.
9.6 4 reviews
San Simeon, CA
14/08 – 18/08
SG$629/nighttotal: SG$2516 (4 )
Premium King Coastal View Room W/ Fireplace | Short Drive From Hearst Castle
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
This castle is situated in San Simeon, just a short drive from the famous Hearst Castle and the picturesque Moonstone Beach, offering stunning ocean views. The surrounding area is known for its natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere. The castle offers a comfortable and convenient stay with a single bedroom and bathroom, perfect for couples. Guests can enjoy modern amenities such as internet access, a fireplace, and access to nearby attractions like Moonstone Beach and Cambria State Marine Park.
9.0 3506 reviews
San Simeon, CA
06/07 – 08/07
SG$590/nighttotal: SG$1180 (2 )
Castle Inn
2 4
hotel , Cambria
The Castle Inn is located directly across the street from Moonstone Beach and Boardwalk in Cambria, offering stunning ocean views and easy access to the beach, boardwalk, and tide pools. It's a 3-star hotel with very good user ratings. The hotel has rooms with modern design, featuring white linens and bright blue accents. Guests can enjoy amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a spa, and a restaurant.
Best San Simeon, CA luxury hotels (4 and 5 stars)
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8.5 1530 reviews
San Simeon, CA
19/10 – 24/10
SG$273/nighttotal: SG$1365 (5 )
Pelican Inn & Suites
1 2
hotel , Cambria
The Pelican Inn & Suites is located in Cambria, just a short drive from San Simeon State Park and Hearst Castle, offering a peaceful escape by the coast. This 4-star hotel receives very good user ratings and offers a comfortable and relaxing stay. The inn features a range of amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa pool, a fitness centre, and a restaurant and bar. Each room has a fireplace, a balcony or terrace, and in-room amenities like a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee facilities.
9.4 2006 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$1990/nighttotal: SG$3980 (2 )
Blue Dolphin Inn
4 13
hotel , Cambria
The Blue Dolphin Inn is a 4-star hotel situated on Moonstone Beach in Cambria, a short drive from Hearst Castle and San Simeon State Park. It has consistently received excellent user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The inn offers a range of amenities and features, including a terrace or balcony, garden, concierge service, room service, parking, and Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy stunning ocean views, fireplaces, bathrobes, and flat-screen TVs in their rooms.
9.0 7440 reviews
San Simeon, CA
06/07 – 08/07
SG$256/nighttotal: SG$512 (2 )
Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle
1 4
hotel , San Simeon
The Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle is situated just two miles from the world-famous Hearst Castle, offering easy access to this iconic landmark and the beautiful San Simeon State Park. This 2-star hotel has consistently received very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers a variety of comfortable rooms, including family suites with whirlpool tubs. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, such as a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and fire pit, as well as a complimentary continental breakfast.
Best San Simeon, CA hotels with a pool
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8.4 1967 reviews
San Simeon, CA
19/10 – 24/10
SG$232/nighttotal: SG$1160 (5 )
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
The Morgan Hotel San Simeon is located in the charming town of San Simeon, just a short drive from Hearst Castle and the Paso Robles wine region. This 3-star hotel is rated very good by guests for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers a comfortable one-bedroom apartment with a floor area of 37 square metres. Amenities include a swimming pool, garden, restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and parking, as well as internet access.
9.1 1687 reviews
San Simeon, CA
19/10 – 24/10
SG$338/nighttotal: SG$1690 (5 )
Sea Otter Inn
1 2
hotel , Cambria
The Sea Otter Inn is situated just off Highway 1, a short drive from San Simeon State Park, the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk, and Hearst Castle, offering a peaceful escape amidst lush gardens. This 3-star hotel receives excellent user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The inn features country-style rooms with modern amenities, including fireplaces, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, microwaves, and refrigerators. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the heated outdoor pool, relax in the hot tub, and start their day with a delicious continental breakfast.
8.7 2134 reviews
San Simeon, CA
06/07 – 08/07
SG$307/nighttotal: SG$614 (2 )
Fireside Inn On Moonstone Beach
1 4
hotel , Cambria
The Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach is a 3-star hotel located just three miles from Cambria town centre, offering easy access to the beautiful Moonstone Beach, Harmony Cellars Winery and Hearst Castle. It has consistently received very good user ratings for its location, cleanliness and overall experience. The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a fireplace, perfect for a relaxing stay. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a heated outdoor pool, a terrace or balcony, a garden, a restaurant, room service, a gift shop and free Wi-Fi.
9.3 3821 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$902/nighttotal: SG$1804 (2 )
Coast Riders Inn
3 13
hotel , San Simeon
Coast Riders Inn is a short walk from Arroyo del padre juan and a short drive from Hearst Castle, making it a convenient base for exploring the area. The hotel has excellent user, location and cleanliness ratings, making it a popular choice for travellers. The inn offers a range of amenities and activities, including an outdoor pool, hot tub, garden, and free parking. Rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, a fridge, a coffee machine, and free toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Frequently asked questions about hotels in San Simeon, CA
What amenities can travelers expect in hotel rooms in San Simeon, CA?
Most hotels in San Simeon offer standard amenities, like comfortable beds, TVs, and Wi-Fi. Some might have a small refrigerator and coffee maker. Many also have pools and hot tubs, but it's worth checking the hotel's website to make sure. And don't forget to look for hotels with ocean views, they're worth it!
What are the best hotels with a swimming pool in San Simeon, CA?
When is the best time to book a hotel in San Simeon, CA?
The best time to book a hotel in San Simeon is during the shoulder seasons, which are spring and autumn. It's less crowded than the summer months, and the weather is still pleasant. But if you're planning on visiting during peak season, book your hotel well in advance, especially if you're travelling in a group.
What are the most popular 2, 3 and 4-star hotels in San Simeon, CA?
What are some pet-friendly activities in and around San Simeon, CA?
You can take your furry friend for a walk along the beach at the William Randolph Hearst Memorial State Beach, or explore the trails at the San Simeon State Park. There's also a dog-friendly restaurant in Cambria called The Black Cat, where you can enjoy a meal with your dog on the patio.
What are the best luxury hotels in San Simeon, CA?
Which towns or cities worth a visit near San Simeon, CA?
Cambria is a charming town just a short drive from San Simeon, with art galleries, shops, and restaurants. Morro Bay is another great option, known for its scenic harbour and kayaking opportunities. And if you want to venture a bit further, you could head to Paso Robles, a vibrant city with wineries, breweries, and restaurants.
What are the best family friendly hotels in San Simeon, CA?
This oceanfront apartment is located in San Simeon, just a short drive from Hearst Castle and along the scenic Highway 1. The 30 square metre apartment features two queen beds, a desk, a television, and all linens, towels, and bathroom essentials, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, and includes access to a heated outdoor pool, scenic oceanfront fire pits, giant outdoor games, a fitness center, and a 24/7 front desk and security.
8.7 3153 reviews
San Simeon, CA
14/08 – 18/08
SG$306/nighttotal: SG$1224 (4 )
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
The Cavalier Oceanfront Resort is situated in San Simeon, just three miles from Hearst Castle and a short drive from Piedras Blancas Light Station, offering a convenient base for exploring the area's attractions. The three-star hotel consistently receives very good user ratings, indicating a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The resort features comfortable rooms with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and private bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including two heated outdoor pools, a hot tub, a fitness centre, a restaurant, and a bar, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
10 1 review
San Simeon, CA
06/07 – 08/07
SG$407/nighttotal: SG$814 (2 )
Standard 2 Queens Room W/ Easy Access To Highway 101
1 4
hotel , San Simeon
This oceanfront apartment is situated on a scenic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in San Simeon, just 3.2 kilometres from Hearst Castle and along the picturesque Highway 1. The self-catering apartment, ideal for a family of four, features a modern design with a desk, television, and all linens, towels, and bathroom essentials, and boasts access to resort-style amenities such as a heated outdoor pool, scenic oceanfront fire pits, a fitness centre, and a 24/7 front desk and security.
This oceanfront resort in San Simeon, California, is situated on Highway 101, minutes from Hearst Castle and offering stunning Pacific Ocean views. The '4 Units | 2 Queen Beds Room | Oceanfront Resort W/ Scenic View' property boasts 120 square metres of space, featuring four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and sleeping up to sixteen guests, with amenities including heated pools, fire pits, and a fitness centre.
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9.2 3572 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$4223/nighttotal: SG$8446 (2 )
Moonstone Landing
5 13
hotel , Cambria
Moonstone Landing is a 3-star hotel situated in Cambria, just outside of Big Sur and a short drive from Hearst Castle, offering a peaceful escape with stunning ocean views. It consistently receives excellent user ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The hotel offers a range of rooms, each featuring a flat-screen TV, a seating area, and a gas fireplace for a cosy stay. Guests can enjoy the on-site spa, hot tub, and outdoor patio area, as well as grab-and-go breakfast, direct beach access, and proximity to local attractions.
8.8 5 reviews
San Simeon, CA
14/08 – 18/08
SG$482/nighttotal: SG$1928 (4 )
Deluxe King Room W/ Fireplace | Oceanfront Retreat + Outdoor Pool
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
This San Simeon oceanfront hotel room, situated on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, is minutes from Hearst Castle and close to Highway 101, offering easy access to the Central Coast's wineries. The 30-square-metre (323-square-foot) deluxe king room features a wood-burning fireplace, accommodates two guests, and includes access to resort amenities such as heated pools, oceanfront fire pits, and giant outdoor games.
9.3 2878 reviews
San Simeon, CA
28/08 – 30/08
SG$3068/nighttotal: SG$6136 (2 )
Cambria Beach Lodge
5 13
hotel , Cambria
The Cambria Beach Lodge is located directly across the street from Moonstone Beach, offering stunning ocean views and easy access to the sand. The hotel is a 3-star establishment, and guests consistently rate it as excellent for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience. The lodge features 28 square metre rooms with one bedroom and one bathroom, each with beach-inspired decor and oversized showers. Guests can enjoy a sun terrace with ocean views, free continental breakfast, complimentary Wi-Fi, and free parking. The hotel is also conveniently located near San Simeon State Park, hiking and biking trails, and Hearst Castle.
10 1 review
San Simeon, CA
14/08 – 18/08
SG$477/nighttotal: SG$1908 (4 )
Enjoy Breathtaking Sunsets From Outdoor Firepit | Relaxing Room W/ Pool Access
1 2
hotel , San Simeon
This San Simeon oceanfront apartment, situated minutes from Highway 101 and a short drive (approximately 5km) from Hearst Castle, offers stunning Pacific views. The 30-square-metre (323-square-foot) self-catering unit features a king-size bed, one bathroom, sleeps two guests, and includes amenities such as free parking, a heated pool, and oceanfront fire pits.