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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.

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.

Avila Lighthouse Suites

Imagine sitting on the balcony of your Central Coast Avila Beach boutique hotel suite, nestled in between rolling green hills and the expansive Pacific Ocean, and admiring the natural beauty of Avila Beach. You may catch a glimpse of a young family playing a heated game of ping pong on one of our sun-filled play decks. Or you might see casual beach goers staking out their perfect beach spot for a day of sunbathing on one of the Central Coast’s most beautiful beaches.

You might even spy a couple returning to our boutique hotel after an adventurous day of wine tasting around Avila Beach and surrounding areas.

Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, treat yourself to a relaxing Avila Beach oceanfront retreat! From romantic retreats, family getaways, golf or spa vacations, or a successful business trip, the Avila Lighthouse Suites provides the ideal location to experience Avila Beach and the Central Coast of California. Avila Lighthouse Suites is also the perfect setting for a romantic beach wedding.

Located just steps from the sand and surf of the Pacific Ocean in Avila Beach, Avila Lighthouse Suites is an all-suite luxury hotel offering world class service, comfortable and stylish guest suites and an unmatched location. The Avila Lighthouse Suites is a 100% smoke-free hotel, allowing you to enjoy the fresh, beach air during your stay.

Experience beautiful ocean views from your own private boutique balcony or patio and delight in the soothing sounds of the surf. Relax in the outdoor heated pool and spa or reconnect with your inner child with a game on our hotel’s life size Checkers board or score a hole in one on our putting green.

The Avila Lighthouse Suites is located along Front Street just a few miles from the 101 & Highway 1, halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Our luxury San Luis Obispo area accommodations make the perfect home-base for all your Central Coast vacation activities.

Avila Hot Springs

Historic Avila Hot Springs offers today’s visitors cabin camping, RV spaces (dry and full hook-ups), dry tent camping and a popular upbeat restaurant named Hoagie’s – all just two miles from the beaches and next to the Bob Jones Bike Trail. All year long, Avila’s protected southerly location offers some of the best weather and camping on the Central Coast.

Come kick back; beat the heat while relaxing in the shade of the palm trees and ocean breezes. Enjoy all the fun and convenience Avila Hot Springs is known for, including the old fashioned game arcade, group picnic and BBQ facilities. Young and old can enjoy our heated freshwater pool with double slides or relax in our hot mineral soaking pool.

We are in close proximity to San Luis Obispo’s Cal Poly, wineries, golf courses, restaurants and shopping.

Avila Hot Springs is located along Avila Drive just off the 101 and Hwy. 1 south of San Luis Obispo. If your California Central Coast vacation plans include camping or renting a cabin near the beach, check into Avila Hot Springs.

San Simeon Pines Resort

San Simeon Pines Seaside Resort is one of California’s Coastal Secrets. A few miles from HEARST CASTLE and the ONLY motel on Moonstone Drive with private beach access. We have a delightful 9 hole (par 3) golf course, real wood burning fireplaces, a complimentary continental breakfast, shuffleboard, croquet, outdoor solar heated pool and more! Bring the family or plan on a romantic room for 2. NO two night minimum.
All rooms are non-smoking. Please, no pets.

The San Simeon Pines Resort on Moonstone Beach Drive provides easy access to the many wonderful activities and attractions that surround Cambria, San Luis Obispo, and the entire Central Coast region of California, including fabulous vineyards and wineries, galleries, boutiques, antique shops, exceptional restaurants, and so much more. If you’re vacation plans include lodging in Cambria, check out the San Simeon Pines Resort.

Sands By The Sea

We are family owned and operated. We welcome you to our home. Come relax and rejuvenate to get ready for the world. We are located just three minutes from Hearst Castle on the ocean side of Highway 1 with excellent beach access. Enjoy our lovely indoor heated pool and other amenities. We also have beach access from the hotel. All room accommodations include satelite TV, HBO, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. All rooms have wireless broadband. Our reasonably priced, affordable hotel rooms are spacious with both adjoining rooms and family units available. Complimentary continental breakfast is provided by the adjacent restaurant, Cavalier Restaurant. Then plan a fun-filled day with the many attractions the beautiful central coast has to offer.

For quality, comfort and affordable rooms, come and visit the Sands By The Sea. Our great location along Hearst Drive, makes the perfect resting place for your trip to Hearst Castle and this beautiful region of California’s Central Coast.

Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn offers affordable accommodations in San Simeon, conveniently close to the world famous Hearst Castle. Each of our 26 hotel rooms is uniquely decorated. Sea Breeze Inn is walking distance to the beach and has a swimming pool. San Simeon is also known as the southern gateway to Big Sur which offers some of the most spectactular scenery in the world and is rated one of the “Top 50 Places” to visit by National Geographic.

The Sea Breeze Inn is situated along Hearst Drive, making it the ideal location from which to enjoy your weekend getaway or vacation to Hearst Castle.

Sea Otter Inn

Welcome to Sea Otter Inn on Moonstone Beach on California’s Central Coast. Our location on Moonstone Beach in Cambria, one hour north of San Luis Obispo and one half hour south of Big Sur, makes Sea Otter Inn the perfect place to stay for exploring Cambria and California’s Central Coast. Join us at Sea Otter Inn and explore Cambria, San Luis Obispo and Big Sur from one central location. Sea Otter Inn offers relaxed, comfortable accommodations; all rooms have a fireplace and many offer ocean views. A swimming pool completes your vacation. Sea Otter Inn has a new family friendly package. Our wildlife package includes a book, stuffed toy, and trail map to help you explore the wildlife of Cambria.

For great views, comfortable lodging, beautiful beaches and more, book your next California Central Coast vacation at the Sea Otter Inn on Moonstone Beach in Cambria.

Silver Surf Motel

Welcome to the Silver Surf Motel, where you’ll find affordable rooms, quality accommodations, a friendly staff, and the entire Central Coast at your doorstep! We offer high speed wireless internet access in every motel room as a free service to our guests! We’re conveniently located three miles south of Hearst Castle on scenic Highway One, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco!

If you are planning a vacation or weekend getaway to Hearst Castle, Cambria, Big Sur and beyond, we invite you to check out the Silver Surf Motel. Our fantastic location and affordable accommodations make us the ideal lodging choice for any trip throught the Central Coast.

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, located on 125 acres of meadows and forests in the lush Avila Valley, is consistently voted one of the Top 10 Mineral Springs Resorts and Spas by Spa Magazine and Spa Finder Magazine. The resort is also consistently voted Best Day Spa and Weekend Getaway by the San Luis Obispo New Times and Best Massage Therapy, Best Facial, and place to Pamper Yourself by Cal Poly’s Mustang Daily.

We offer one and two-bedroom hotel suites and a three-bedroom Guesthouse with fireplaces. All our rooms and suites feature private balcony hot tubs.

There is a wide array of transformative spa treatments, such as therapeutic massages, signature facials, body treatments, and restorative enhancements. The Spa also offers a variety of Central Coast exclusive wine, botanical, and marine-based therapies, as well as numerous Spa Packages. And all treatments include a complimentary half-hour soak in one of our mineral springs hot tubs, making for a relaxing vacation experience.

Sycamore is widely known for its curative hot mineral springs water. There are 20 hot tubs nestled throughout our lush tree-covered hillside, including two- three- four- and eight person tubs—available to rent by the hour seven days a week from 8 am to midnight.

In the Yoga Dome, three mind-body classes, including yoga, Pilates, and tai chi are taught daily by highly experienced instructors. Classes are complimentary for hotel guests and for only $15 per class for non-hotel guests. The Resort also features a labyrinth, meditation gardens, and picturesque hiking and walking trails.

The Resort’s Gardens of Avila Restaurant showcases Wine Country Cuisine, created by Executive Chef David McWilliam. The Gardens is known for its intimate dining room, elegant lounge, and charming outdoor patios. The Gardens has Happy Hour Monday through Friday, with Live Music on most Fridays early in the evening.

For the best weekend getaway or romantic vacation in San Luis Obispo, make your lodging choice the Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort. Our hotel is located along Avila Beach Drive just off the 101 and Highway 1 in California’s scenic Central Coast.

For more information, please visit www.sycamoresprings.com or call 805.595.7302.