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Pacific Plaza Hotel & Resort

Welcome to your own private vacation suite where luxury extends all the way to the water’s edge. Pacific Plaza Resort Hotel, located at beautiful Pismo State Beach, offers a vacation experience that will relax your body and soothe your mind. Our resort condominiums are located a few short steps from the pristine beach and sand dunes. We offer free continental breakfast daily.

You will find the Pacific Plaza Hotel & Resort along Pier Avenue in Oceano with easy access to Highway 1 and US 101. Our fantastic location means that you’ll be within close proximity to the many attractions and activities located in this region of California’s beautiful Central Coast.

Pelican Inn & Suites

Welcome to the newly renovated Pelican Inn and Suites on Moonstone Beach Drive in Cambria, California. We have recently completed a beautiful renovation of our hotel. The new rooms were inspired by the rugged beauty of Moonstone Beach, with views of waves crashing and sea lions basking. The light and natural woods maintain cohesiveness with nature. Modern, yet comfortable linens paired with neutral tones allow the ocean view to remain the focus. The artwork in the room draws on touches of nature from a natural sea fan, to the area’s famous pines and cypress trees. The surroundings beckon you spend an entire afternoon reading and relaxing while taking in the breathtaking scenery of Moonstone Beach.

Our guest will enjoy a full cooked buffet breakfast in the morning, and wine, cheese and dessert in the evening, along with a heated pool and complimentary WiFi. We are a 100% smoke free hotel. We invite you to learn more by visiting us at www.pelicansuites.com.

Quality Inn

Guests of this Quality Inn® hotel will enjoy amenities like a free continental breakfast, free local calls and free coffee. Soak in the afternoon sun by the outdoor heated pool and hot tub. Later on, relax in the evening by the outdoor fire pit. This quaint hotel offers guest rooms that are both cozy and spacious. All rooms come equipped with refrigerators and microwaves. Whirlpool bathtub and family suites are available. In addition, the hotel’s courtyard rooms overlook lush gardens.

The Quality Innn hotel is located along Castillo Drive in beautiful San Simeon, CA only minutes from the magnificent Hearst Castle. Our comfortable San Simeon accommodations make a great home-base for exploring all that California’s Central Coast has to offer.

Ragged Point Inn

Ragged Point Inn, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, is the perfect place for a magical weekend or vacation get-away. Whether you’re winding your way up California’s beautiful Big Sur Coast, kicking back after a busy day of Hearst Castle tours, or just escaping the hustle-and-bustle of your workaday world, Ragged Point offers the rejuvenation and recharge you deserve on your vacation. If you have a bit of time to relax, stay a night or more in our hotel, enjoy your meals at our gourmet restaurant, enjoy the craftsmanship of local artisans in our shops, and maybe even wind your way down our waterfall-graced trail that drops 400 foot to your own private beach.

The Ragged Point Inn and Resort is situated along Highway 1 in San Simeon. Our quality accommodations and scenic views make us the perfect lodging choice among vacationers looking for a great place to stay while visiting Hearst Castle and the San Simeon area.

San Luis Bay Inn

High on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, San Luis Bay Inn has one of the most breath taking views on the Central Coast of California. The San Luis Bay Inn is located high above the Pacific shore, wrapped in the Santa Lucia Mountains with the lapping ocean at your doorsteps. You awake to misty mornings, bright sunny afternoons, and the invigorating aroma of the ocean. San Luis Bay Inn is a “Silver Crown” vacation destination, and one of the premier vacation ownership resorts in the world. Hospitality is our main concern and we would like to ensure that you have a relaxing and enjoyable experience while vacationing with us.

San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge and San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill are located right off historical HWY One; San Simeon Lodge offers a peaceful and relaxing setting just one block from San Simeon Beach. Outdoor activities include scenic walks and bicycle riding along the beach, or listening to waves crashing the shore. One can also enjoy a visit to the internationally acclaimed Hearst Castle. If you love nature then you won’t want to miss the Elephant Seal Rookery just minutes north on California’s scenic Highway One. San Simeon Lodge and San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill offer a variety of activities including karaoke every weekend, and self guided beach walks. We invite you to visit our beautiful Lodge and restaurant where you are sure to relax and rejuvenate.

If you are planning a vacation or trip to San Simeon, Hearst Castle, or the Cambria area, we invite you to check out the accommodations offered at the San Simeon Lodge and see for yourself why we make the perfect lodging choice for your Central Coast vacation.

Best Western Plus Fireside Inn

The romantic charm of a seaside village is exactly what you’ll find at our Best Western hotel on California’s unforgettable Central Coast. Our seaside Cambria hotel is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty including uncrowded beaches and bluff-top nature trails. The sunsets overlooking the shimmering Pacific Ocean are nothing short of captivating and the local points of interest are said to be both educational and thrilling.

Be sure to allocate significant time in your vacation itinerary for extraordinary tours and sightseeing excursions, such as Cambria wine tours, whale watching expeditions, touring the Hearst Castle and more. Guests of our Cambria hotel enjoy elegantly appointed guest rooms and amenities that include a complimentary continental breakfast, a heated pool and spa and high-speed Internet access in every guest room of the Best Western. California shopping and dining are close at hand as well, and our location is just right to help you experience all the charm of Cambria points of interest. Guests of both the Fireside Inn and FogCatcher Inn are invited on the first Friday of each month to attend a wine tasting event featuring local wineries from the 46 West Wine Region. The tasting is held at the FogCatcher Inn along Moonstone Beach Drive.

The Best Western Plus Fireside Inn hotel is located along Cambria’s famous Moonstone Beach Drive, halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Beachwalker Inn

The Beachwalker Inn Cayucos is located in the beautiful ocean side town of Cayucos, to the north of Morro Bay and a half hour drive from Hearst Castle in nearby San Simeon. Each of our rooms is carefully designed to provide you and your family with the warmth and comfort of home during your vacation. Our handmade decorative touches, unique wallpapers, fabrics, and attention to every detail in this Cayucos hotel create a cozy ambiance that will make your stay with us a truly wonderful memory.

The Beachwalker Inn is located along Ocean Avenue just off Highway 1 and only a short walk to the Cayucos beach area. Our great location makes the perfect lodging choice for those vacationing in Cayucos and this region of California’s beautiful Central Coast.

Back Bay Inn

Small and private, the Back Bay Inn is located on the water at the quiet south end of Morro Bay in Baywood Park. At the Back Bay Inn, all 13 rooms command spectacular and inspiring vistas of the back bay’s mirror-like waters and the beautiful coastal mountains of Montana de Oro State Park. Your room will feature either a cozy fireplace, balcony or a lanai, and will provide the ideal backdrop for a perfect romantic vacation. As a waterfront inn at Morro Bay, in the nature preserve community of Baywood Park, you’ll be lodging close to nature at the Back Bay Inn. Parks and nature reserves dot the area, among them Morro Bay State Park, Morro Bay Bird Sanctuary, Montana de Oro State Park and Sweet Springs Bird Sanctuary. Los Osos / Baywood Park is the perfect base camp for hiking, bird watching, biking, and wine tasting adventures. Enjoy biking and hiking trails that follow the rugged Central California Coastline, with views beyond description.

If you’re planning a Morro Bay area weekend getaway or vacation, plan on staying at the Back Bay Inn and relax knowing you made the right lodging choice.

Avila Village Inn

Nestled in the charming Avila Valley, the Avila Village Inn provides a getaway for those seeking comfortable elegance. Whether it’s a romantic weekend, anniversary, golf or spa vacation, the inn’s craftsman-style architecture provides a serene visit to the Central Coast. Explore all nature has to offer in this secluded hamlet, or take a short drive to several area activities. Located off Highway 101, this upscale inn offers elegant comfortable rooms. Beautiful beaches, incredible golf, and fine dining establishments are all within a 5 minute drive.

If you are planning a trip or weekend getaway to Avila Beach or the San Luis Obispo area in California’s beautiful Central Coast, make the best lodging choice by selecting the Avila Village Inn as your place to stay in Avila Beach, CA.