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A wooden pavilion with a covered seating area, outdoor tables, and chairs.

A rustic building with wooden pillars and a stone foundation, labeled as 'The Ansel Adams Gallery' and 'The Ansel Adams Gallery'.

A public restroom with multiple lockers, sinks, and a mirror.

A tent with a bed, a chair, and a small table with a device.

1. Curry Village

Yosemite National Park

NZ$293

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A coastal hotel with a long balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, overlooking a body of water.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a table with a plate of food and drinks, and two rocking chairs.

A group of people gathered around a stone fire pit with a view of the ocean at sunset.

2. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

San Simeon

Stroll barefoot along sandy shores and savour ocean-view dining at this beachfront retreat with two inviting pools and cosy firepits.

NZ$316

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A coastal house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a stone pathway.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a dining area, and a large window.

A two-story house with a porch, multiple windows, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Bluebird Inn

Cambria

Seaside serenity with daily beach shuttle service and access to a private beach club where sun, sand, and waves beckon.

NZ$166

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A dining area with wooden furniture, a ceiling mural, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel entrance with a wooden double door, large potted plants, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a staircase, and a fireplace with a statue.

4. Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Pismo Beach

Relax at a sun-soaked getaway with beach access, outdoor pool, and soothing spa pool.

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

A grand building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

5. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

San Simeon

Breathtaking Moonstone Beach just minutes away, with complimentary beach towels and a heated outdoor pool for sun-soaked relaxation.

NZ$187

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A sign for Sand Pebbles Inn with a view of the ocean.

A two-story house with a 'WELCOME' sign in front, number 6252, and a landscaped garden with various plants and rocks.

A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a coastal view.

A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

6. Sand Pebbles Inn

Cambria

Unwind steps from the shoreline at this oceanfront gem, where morning breakfast meets the soothing rhythm of Moonstone Beach waves.

NZ$405

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A person walking on a beach with a view of the ocean and distant hills.

A white building with arched windows and a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved courtyard.

A modern bathroom with a large oval bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a view of a bedroom with a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a fireplace, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

7. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

Cambria

NZ$262

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Landing," surrounded by a rope barrier, rocks, and plants.

A view through a window of a building with a mountain in the background.

A glass-enclosed shower with a pebble-patterned floor, a small shelf with a plant, and a white towel on a shelf.

A beachside area with picnic tables, a large planter, and a red chair.

8. The Landing at Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay

NZ$120

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Beach hotels with pools in Central California

A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

A grand building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

San Simeon

NZ$187

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.

A marina with boats docked, a rocky island in the background, and a building with a balcony overlooking the water.

A spacious living area with a gray sofa, two patterned armchairs, a round coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking greenery.

Inn At Morro Bay

Morro Bay

NZ$218

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.

A spacious indoor area with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, overlooking a body of water.

A restaurant with booth seating, a view of the ocean, and a patio area with plants and a railing.

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

San Simeon

NZ$316

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$274

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A dining area with wooden furniture, a ceiling mural, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel entrance with a wooden double door, large potted plants, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a staircase, and a fireplace with a statue.

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Pismo Beach

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, a landscaped garden, and a patio area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.

A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

Pacific Point Resort

Pismo Beach

NZ$412

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A large, multi-story estate with a well-maintained lawn and a variety of buildings, surrounded by dense forest.

An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a covered pergola with a view of the forest.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Santa Cruz

NZ$403

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and lights.

A lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a fireplace.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

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NZ$237

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.

A modern dining area with a central seating arrangement, a kitchen in the background, and a chandelier overhead.

A window with a view of the ocean and a pier.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, ottomans, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Pismo Beach

NZ$325

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

A sign for Castle Inn with a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.

A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

Castle Inn

Cambria

NZ$381

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Central California

A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

A grand building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

San Simeon

NZ$187

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a reception desk.

A dining area with wooden furniture, a ceiling mural, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel entrance with a wooden double door, large potted plants, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a staircase, and a fireplace with a statue.

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Pismo Beach

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

A two-story house with a 'WELCOME' sign in front, number 6252, and a landscaped garden with various plants and rocks.

A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a coastal view.

A sign for Sand Pebbles Inn with a view of the ocean.

Sand Pebbles Inn

Cambria

NZ$405

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

NZ$274

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

A sign for Castle Inn with a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.

A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

Castle Inn

Cambria

NZ$381

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of the beach through a window with shutters.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the beach through open shutters.

A coastal walkway with a wooden boardwalk, grassy areas, and rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean.

A hotel hallway with a green carpet, wall sconces, and a large mirror on the right.

Blue Dolphin Inn

Cambria

NZ$424

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern indoor space with a balcony, featuring a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a building with balconies.

A modern interior with a staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A spacious room with a large white cabinet, a chandelier, and a view through glass doors.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a balcony with a railing.

Masterpiece Hotel

Morro Bay

NZ$181

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar area with wooden stools, a view of the ocean, and hanging lights.

A dining area with a glass table and white chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach.

A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a balcony.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wicker pendant lights, and patterned sofas.

Cambria Beach Lodge

Cambria

NZ$398

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a TV, and a painting.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, coffee table, fireplace, television, and a large mirror.

Victorian Inn

New Monterey

NZ$334

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a stone accent wall.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a chair, and a table.

A modern two-story building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a driveway leading to a parked car.

A spa pool area with a stone wall, a glass enclosure, and a sign indicating no glass.

Moonstone Landing

Cambria

NZ$435

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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4-star beach hotels in Central California

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A large, multi-story estate with a well-maintained lawn and a variety of buildings, surrounded by dense forest.

An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a covered pergola with a view of the forest.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Santa Cruz

NZ$403

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a body of water, featuring wicker furniture and a bar area.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey

NZ$675

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

NZ$626

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.

A serene pond reflecting trees and a building with outdoor seating.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a mix of seating options including a long counter and a cushioned bench area.

The Quail

Carmel

NZ$664

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.

A coastal property with a stone house, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

A stone building with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Carmel Highlands

NZ$1,113

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey

NZ$438

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.

A coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A corridor with large windows overlooking the ocean, wooden flooring, and green upholstered chairs.

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey

NZ$457

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and hanging pendant lights.

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey

NZ$582

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the beach.

A poolside area with a view of a pier, outdoor seating, and a clear sky.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a pool area, and a wooden boardwalk.

Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

Downtown Pismo Beach

NZ$494

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A multi-story building with balconies, a fountain, and a patio area.

A stone wall with a statue, a wooden bench with a basket, and a mirror with a decorative frame.

A lobby with a stone wall, wooden chairs, a fireplace, and a signboard.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a tiled entrance, and a sign reading "Avila La Fonda Hotel".

Avila La Fonda Hotel

Avila Beach

NZ$387

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Top Central California Hotel Reviews

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"Always a nice place to stay. Walking distance to downtown restaurants. Clean, nice staff, wonderful breakfast included. Plenty of parking. Will be back"

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

8/10 Good

"It is a beautiful place to be; right on the bluff! I like the fact that you can walk along the bluff and go down to the beach via stairs. The stairs are pretty easy to maneuver so need for worry there. The pier was within walking distance as well. There were some really good restaurants in Pismo Beach. We recommend the Italian restaurant for sure. the name is Guiseppes (not sure on the spelling). And you have to have one of the cinnamon rolls at The Old West Cinnamon place. Delicious!! It's very relaxing place and that's what we went for. I would stay there again. I recommend a first floor room as the fire pits are outside your room and you can hear the waves all night."

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Solid breakfast! Right off the freeway but don’t hear it. The bar and a drink voucher was great daily!"

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

8/10 Good

"Older property showing its age outside but interior of room was clean and well appointed. Outside asthetics were a bit disappointing as the Front building of property was under renovation but not disclosed at the time the reservation was made. Motel is in a good location on Shell Beach. FIREPITS by the bluffs were a BIG plus and are available on first come first serve basis."

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Portola is always the first choice to stay when I’m in Monterey. They have lovely ambience and the rooms are clean and staff is always nice. Also, they are so close to all the attractions."

Outbound Mammoth

Outbound Mammoth

10/10 Excellent

"The room was amazing and the area was an easy walk. The staff were very professional and helpful. I would recommend this hotel highly. I’m looking forward to coming back."

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