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Cambria Pines Lodge

Nestled on 25 wooded acres, Cambria Pines Lodge offers something for every taste. Accommodations range from rustic cabins to cottages to elegant suites. All 152 rooms are non-smoking. An outdoor heated pool and spa are centrally located, with Sojourn Day Spa just steps away. The Main Lodge offers conference rooms with full-service catering, an excellent restaurant featuring nightly specials and local wines, and the Fireside Lounge with nightly live entertainment, all surrounded by world-class gardens. The organic kitchen garden provides homegrown herbs and produce to the restaurant, while other themed gardens offer spectacular landscaping and perfect areas for special events or a peaceful retreat. Cambria Pines Lodge is a unique and welcoming destination for almost any occasion.

We are located on Burton Drive in Cambria just minutes from Moonstone Beach, and close to everything this beautiful California Central Coast area has to offer, including wine tasting, fabulous boutiques and galleries, hiking, and of course the magnificent Hearst Castle in nearby San Simeon.

Cambria Bed & Brunch…Victoria’s Last Resort

Cambria’s only Bed and Brunch is unique, private, and a complete work of art.  Victoria’s Last Resort is the onlylodging that offers Bed and Brunch, served any time of the day, no limits, no set menus!

  • Brunch (Served Anytime)
  • Private Gardens
  • Hot Tub
  • Remote-Control Fireplace
  • 7-Speaker Stereo w/ Turntable and Vinyls
  • TV/VCR/DVD w/ Movies (in Room)
  • Cotton Sheets & Towels
  • Filtered Drinking Water
  • Soft Water
  • Royal Treatment upgrade includes a 4-course dinner and lots of great treats. The dinner menu is up to you and we have many favorites to choose from as well as taking whatever special request you may have.

It is like stepping into an art piece!

From the moment you arrive, you find yourself saying, “Wow.”  Sometimes it takes some time to take it all in but as the details unfold, you find yourself in a fantastic place filled with delightful things to look at. The colors are subtle yet vibrant and the leopard carpet seems to fit naturally with the muted warm tones throughout the home. the collectibles are displayed and the result is a unique retro-inspired whimsical yet sophisticated playhouse retreat with all the comforts of home.  Unconventional, yet serene,

Try the Royal Treatment for the ultimate luxury experience. Victoria’s Last Resort is totally out-of-the-box but still feels like home. Even the soaps are hand-made by Victoria.  She is the artist who designed the whole place, the chef who will delight you with her food, and if you ask her, there is a interesting story behind every element of this wonderfully unusual place!

Our B&B is located on Ardath Drive just off Highway 1 in the village of Cambria. Enjoy shopping at Cambria’s many wonderful galleries and boutiques, spend the day relaxing at beautiful Moonstone Beach, go wine tasting, head up to Hearst Castle or enjoy hiking and biking along our beautiful trails. Whatever you choose to do during your Central Coast vacation, a stay with us is a trip you will never forget.

We look forward to sharing our little piece of paradise with you!

Joe Momma’s Beachstay

Joe Momma’s Beachstay is a one-of-a-kind beachfront bed and breakfast in beautiful Avila Beach, on the Central Coast of California. Each unit is fully equipped with all the amenities of a luxury condo, and it’s just steps from the water. There is so much more to our Beachstay! At Joe Momma’s you can wake up to the sound of crashing waves, then join us just downstairs for coffee and breakfast in the morning. Sit back and enjoy the view by our cozy fireplace and the comforting aroma of fresh baked cinnamon rolls. Then let us help you escape into relaxation by scheduling a day of luxurious massages or facials, here at Nekkidd Day Spa. Come stay and enjoy the quaint town of Avila Beach where the weather is beautiful year round!

Joe Mamma’s Beachstay B&B is located along Front Street in Avila Beach and offers easy access to all the area’s vacation activities including golf, theatre, shopping, wine tours and tasting, beach fun, and so much more. For exceptional lodging in the San Luis Obispo area, head to Joe Momma’s Beachstay!

Moonstone Landing

Moonstone Landing, a family owned and operated 29 unit boutique property, is located on Moonstone Beach in the resort village of Cambria. Our beachfront property is just minutes away from Hearst Castle and the southern entrance to Big Sur. Moonstone Landing provides peaceful and romantic Cambria accommodations for our guests and has earned the coveted “3 Diamond” rating from AAA. In addition, Moonstone Landing has been honored with “The Most Scenic View Around” from Arrington Bed and Breakfast Journal as well as voted one of the Top 15 B&B Country Inns in Arrington’s 2003 Book of Lists.

Whether you are planning a weekend beach getaway, an extended Central Coast vacation, or making the trip from LA to San Francisco and are in need of lodging, add Moonstone Landing to your itinerary. The views can’t be beat!

Olallieberry Inn Bed & Breakfast

Olallieberry Inn, awarded “Best Breakfast in America” by Inn Traveler Magazine and is a “Favorite Place” on Google.com. An historic bed and breakfast located in the seaside village of Cambria on California’s central coast. This 1873 built home is one of the oldest buildings in town and sets on the banks of the Santa Rosa Creek. A 120 year old Redwood tree greets guests from the inn’s front entry. Lush and colorful gardens can be enjoyed from the back deck – beyond which is an inviting carpet of lawn that has made this inn famous for weddings and celebrations. The Olallieberry Inn offers a peaceful, serene and private oasis, yet you’re just a short walk to the finest restaurants, shops and galleries. For those who like to move … we offer a gym pass and map to picturesque walking paths.

The Olallieberry Inn is located along Cambria’s quaint Main Street and makes the ideal lodging choice for your Cambria or Central Coast weekend getaway or extended vacation.

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.

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.

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.