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Coast Riders Inn

Hotel in San Simeon

Set in San Simeon, 600 metres from Arroyo del padre juan, Coast Riders Inn provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The hotel offers an indoor pool, hot tub and a shared lounge....

R
Rothenberg
From
United States
Excellent value! The pool is amazing and the staff are so friendly!! My favorite place to stay in San Simeon!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,232 reviews
Price from
US$139
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel offers 3-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace.

A
Amy L
From
Barbados
This hostel seems brand new with newly tiled showers and private bathrooms. The showers are very hot. The kitchen is large and set up perfectly for self-service and lots of space for storing your own food. The lounge areas are a popular place to sit quietly or visit with other guests. I was pleasantly surprised to meet all age ranges including quite a few retired people like myself. People from all over the country who were very interesting. I would be happy to LIVE HERE FULL TIME. I arrived late from Tijuana airport at 3 AM. The receptionist was so nice with me and gave me something to eat. I woke up after breakfast had finished, but the housekeeper, Yolanda, fixed me a nice breakfast and coffee. The art work and decor both inside and outside is amazing. Photos don't do it justice. I will return here on my next visit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,774 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

Moonstone Landing

Hotel in Cambria

Located just outside of Big Sur and 11 km from Hearst Castle, Moonstone Landing is an oceanfront property that serves a continental breakfast. All guest rooms feature free WiFi.

L
Luca
From
Italy
Staff, position, clean rooms, silence and tranquility
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,134 reviews
Price from
US$152
1 night, 2 adults

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

S
Sebastian
From
Chile
Perfect. Personnel, infrastrature, facilities and location are very good. We had a wonderful experience in our stay in La Playa Inn. We were in a road trip on the Hwy 1 route, and this hotel was one of the best experience during our journey. Very well located near to the pier and the turistic center. Congratulations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,336 reviews
Price from
US$265.05
1 night, 2 adults

Castle Inn

Cambria

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this Cambria inn is across the street from Moonstone Beach, Moonstone Boardwalk and sea life sightings at the tide pools. Hearst Castle is 15 minutes’ drive away.

J
Jonas
From
Sweden
Clean and recently renovated rooms. The staff was nice. Pool
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,004 reviews
Price from
US$144
1 night, 2 adults

Pismo Lighthouse Suites

Hotel in Pismo Beach

Located on the shores of Pismo Beach, Pismo Lighthouse Suites boasts a putting green and a year around outdoor pool and hot tub. This dog-friendly accommodation features suites with free WiFi.

E
Erik
From
Netherlands
The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was fine and the location was excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews
Price from
US$247.20
1 night, 2 adults

Inn at the Cove

Hotel in Pismo Beach

Offering rooms with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and free WiFi access, the Inn at the Cove features an on-site heated pool and hot tub. Pismo Beach Pier and city centre are 3.2 km away.

A
Aldó
From
Hungary
I highly recommend the Inn at the Cove if you're doing the Pacific Coast Highway and looking for a stop before LA. The natural surroundings are stunning, with a private rocky beach to explore and plenty of wildlife, including beautiful birds. It's incredibly relaxing! The pool and jacuzzi were great, and breakfast was plentiful—just what you need to start the day. Nearby, there's an In-N-Out and Walmart, which made meals and shopping super convenient. The town itself is charming, and everything about our stay was perfect. The room was spacious and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,071 reviews
Price from
US$269
1 night, 2 adults

Marina Beach Motel

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

F
Francielly
From
Brazil
Very pleasant place, very close to the beach and the pier. The breakfast was also really good, with a lot of options. We liked the place very much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,181 reviews
Price from
US$220.99
1 night, 2 adults

Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara

Conveniently set in Santa Barbara, Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara is a recently renovated apartment, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private...

J
John
From
United States
Great location near downtown and the beach
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
US$291
1 night, 2 adults

Fairmont Breakers Long Beach

Hotel in Long Beach

Set within 1.2 km of Junipero Beach and 3.5 km of Queen Mary, Fairmont Breakers Long Beach offers rooms in Long Beach.

E
Erin
From
South Africa
Loved it - service and staff were unlike Any other place we stayed in the US. Very well trained and lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$251.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$448.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Great location right on the beach and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again.
Guest review by
Donovan
Group
Avg. price/night: US$345.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,271 reviews
-Perfect location if you wanna experience the beachfront -Rooms were spacious and clean -The cleaning ladies were so kind and caring -The hotel provides free beach items (ball, umbrella, towels, etc.) and BIKES!!!
Guest review by
AsLiAs
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$303.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
super nice staff and lovely hotel right on the beach very clean and free access to drink
Guest review by
Tessa
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
The location is great, right on the beach. The hotel is very clean and the staff were also very nice. I would come here again. Breakfast was very good. The only thing I was missing at breakfast was pickles or sliced cheese but it may be that it is unusual in America. (ps. I am from Germany)
Guest review by
Durmus Yasin
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$239.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,385 reviews
Awesome location right on the beach. Can watch sunset from spa and pool. Nightly fire pit seating to sit outside. Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies every day from 3pm. Could order dinner to be delivered to swimming pool location.
Guest review by
Claire
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$307.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,645 reviews
The location was great, right on the beach front and close to State st restaurants and shops. The pool and fitness room was great and we loved the free bikes. Very comfortable beds too.
Guest review by
Jane
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$150.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews
Wonderful View - Right on the Ocean in front of one of the best Bay Area Surfing Beach
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DOMINIQUE
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$83.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,814 reviews
Great location!! Breakfast included. Beach view in my room and a second to the ocean.. :) like wow. This was my best start to ground into the lands of LA 💙 Will definitely come back and recommend 1000%
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Denise Vivien
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$255
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,426 reviews
Location was good, right on the beach, accomodating to early check in
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Lauren
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$200.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,534 reviews
The location is right on the beach, next to lots of restaurants/bars, has a pool, jacuzzi and also serves food/beverages throughout the day.
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Young couple