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Top Beach Central Coast California Hotels

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

29 min walk from Monterey Bay Aquarium

Stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a beach locale and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)

Loved the experience the sauna, the smores, the wine but most of all the views and beach access!

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St. Santa Barbara CA

5 hours drive from Monterey Bay Aquarium

Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Clean and cozy decorating

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

3 hours drive from Monterey Bay Aquarium

Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,636 reviews)

The room was clean. The front desk attendants were friendly and accommodating. Breakfast and coffee were hot and good. The ocean view at breakfast was a nice touch

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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