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Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025
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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Ragged Point Inn

8.5 / 10

(524 Reviews)

From 209$
Coast Riders Inn

9.1 / 10

(1232 Reviews)

From 309$
Silver Surf Motel

7.8 / 10

(853 Reviews)

From 49$
San Simeon Lodge

7.6 / 10

(1123 Reviews)

From 49$
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

8.1 / 10

(1114 Reviews)

From 129$

San Simeon is a charming coastal town that offers a diverse array of accommodations, perfect for anyone looking to explore California's beautiful Central Coast. Here, travelers will find a range of hotels tailored to different preferences and budgets, from luxurious resorts to cozy motels. Whether you are seeking stunning ocean views, proximity to historic attractions, or a serene getaway, San Simeon delivers a variety of options. This guide highlights some of the best properties available, ensuring a memorable stay that complements the area's natural beauty and rich history.

San Simeon Best Hotels

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1. Ragged Point Inn

2. Coast Riders Inn

3. Silver Surf Motel

4. San Simeon Lodge

5. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

6. Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle

7. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle Hotel

8. Comfort Inn Near Hearst Castle - Cambria

9. Courtesy Inn

10. Sands By The Sea Motel

Ragged Point Inn

5+
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The 3-star Ragged Point Inn San Simeon is situated approximately 10 minutes' drive from Piedras Blancas. Featuring 39 rooms with views of the sea, this inn is set within a short ride from Hearst Castle.

Located in a rural area of San Simeon, the venue is a few steps from Arroyo Laguna State Beach. The property lies a 10-minute ride from Elephant Seal Vista Point.

📍 Address: 19019 Highway 1, Ragged Point
✔️ Rating: Very good 8.5 (524 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 39
🏷️ Price: From 209$

Coast Riders Inn

5+
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Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Coast Riders Inn San Simeon offers accommodation 8 minutes' walk from Oak Knoll Creek Beach. San Carpoforo Creek and Beach is 600 metres away from the inn.

Pacific Grove is 132 km away. In addition, Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop is within a walking distance of the venue.

📍 Address: 9450 Castillo Drive
✔️ Rating: Excellent 9.1 (1232 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 61
🏷️ Price: From 309$
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Silver Surf Motel

5+
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Set a 10-minute drive from Leffingwell Landing State Park, the 2-star Silver Surf Motel San Simeon features Wi-Fi in the rooms as well as a car park on site. The venue lies near the central beach.

San Carpoforo Creek and Beach is less than 1 km away. The motel is 130 km from Monterey. You can get to Nitt Witt Ridge in a few minutes by car. The accommodation is conveniently situated 75 km from San Luis Obispo County Regional airport.

📍 Address: 9390 Castillo Drive
✔️ Rating: Very good 7.8 (853 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 50
🏷️ Price: From 49$

San Simeon Lodge

3+
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San Simeon Lodge, situated within 5 minutes' walk of Pico Creek Bridge, offers a sundeck, a shared lounge, and barbecue grills. Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop is 800 metres from this venue.

The property lies near the central beach. There is Morro Bay about 30 minutes' drive away. This lovely hotel is located close to the Pacific Ocean. You can get to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach in a few minutes by car.

📍 Address: 9520 Castillo Drive
✔️ Rating: Very good 7.6 (1123 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 62
🏷️ Price: From 49$

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

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Overlooking the ocean, Cavalier Oceanfront Resort is approximately 10 minutes by car from San Simeon Pier in San Simeon. Guests have access to a heated swimming pool, a fitness area and Wi-Fi throughout the venue.

This inviting accommodation is placed about 75 km from San Luis Obispo County Regional airport and a few minutes' walk from San Carpoforo Creek and Beach. Jade Cove is 0.6 km away and Avila Beach is 62 km from the hotel. The resort is ideally located near Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop.

📍 Address: 9415 Hearst Drive
✔️ Rating: Very good 8.1 (1114 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 90
🏷️ Price: From 129$

Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle

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Centrally located approximately a 5-minute drive from Oak Knoll Creek Beach, Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle San Simeon features rooms with views of the garden. Set close to Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop, the inn has a swimming pool and also includes whirlpool bathtubs, a whirlpool tub, and a Jacuzzi.

This quaint venue is placed about 75 km from San Luis Obispo County Regional airport and a few minutes' walk from Jade Cove. San Carpoforo Creek and Beach is 0.9 km from the accommodation, while Avila Beach is 61 km away. Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle is a short ride from Nitt Witt Ridge.

📍 Address: 9260 Castillo Drive
✔️ Rating: Excellent 8.8 (2684 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 48
🏷️ Price: From 86$

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle Hotel

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The 3-star Morgan Hotel San Simeon is placed in San Simeon, not far from Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop. Guests will have access to a car park on site for added convenience.

The venue offers a spectacular location about 75 km from San Luis Obispo County Regional airport and a few minutes' walk from Oak Knoll Creek Beach. Leffingwell Landing State Park is 3.4 km from the accommodation, while Paso Robles is 44 km away. The Morgan Hotel San Simeon is a short ride from Nitt Witt Ridge. The vicinity of a motorway lets you explore the surroundings.

📍 Address: 9135 Hearst Drive
✔️ Rating: Very good 8 (638 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 54
🏷️ Price: From 89$

Comfort Inn Near Hearst Castle - Cambria

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Pacific Coast Roadhouse Hotel San Simeon stands 850 metres away from San Carpoforo Creek and Beach and features a 24-hour front desk and late check-out. Artifacts Gallery is less than 6 km away.

The inn is 69 km from Pismo Beach. There are shops and antique shops near the venue. Pacific Coast Roadhouse Hotel is an ideal starting point for visiting Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop.

📍 Address: 9280 Castillo Drive
✔️ Rating: Good 7.4 (1173 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 48
🏷️ Price: From 65$

Courtesy Inn

4+
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The 2-star Courtesy Inn is located in the wonderful area of San Simeon, around 10 minutes' drive from Leffingwell Landing State Park. The wonderful venue near Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop pampers its guests with a swimming pool as well as a hot tub and an indoor pool.

The hotel boasts a great location in the heart of San Simeon. Oak Knoll Creek Beach is 0.7 km from the accommodation, while Avila Beach is 61 km away. Courtesy Inn is a short ride from Nitt Witt Ridge. The property is located near a motorway.

📍 Address: 9450 Castillo Dr
✔️ Rating: Good 7.2 (1434 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 61
🏷️ Price: From 76$

Sands By The Sea Motel

4+
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Situated 7 km from Artifacts Gallery, Sands By The Sea Motel San Simeon features Wi-Fi throughout the venue and a car park on site. Guests can find San Carpoforo Creek and Beach within 150 metres of the accommodation.

The motel is perfectly located in vicinity of Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop. Salinas is 127 km from the hotel. Sands By The Sea Motel is a short ride from San Simeon Pier. San Luis Obispo County Regional is the nearest airport, approximately 75 km away.

📍 Address: 9355 Hearst Drive
✔️ Rating: Very good 7.6 (1084 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 33
🏷️ Price: From 69$

Sea Breeze Inn - San Simeon

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Sea Breeze Inn - San Simeon, located just off Friends Of The Elephant Seal Gift Shop, merely 0.7 km from San Carpoforo Creek and Beach, features a seasonal outdoor pool for guests to take a dip in. Jade Cove is 300 metres from this venue.

The property offers a charming location in proximity to Oak Knoll Creek Beach. The roadtrip to Avila Beach takes 45 minutes. You can get to Nitt Witt Ridge in a few minutes by car.

📍 Address: 9065 Hearst Drive
✔️ Rating: Very good 8.2 (776 Reviews)
🔑 Rooms: 28
🏷️ Price: From 60$

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