Seascape Beach Resort
Fabulous (195 reviews)
Aptos
from 297 $ avg/night
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Experience the charm and natural beauty of Notleys Landing, where breathtaking landscapes meet small-town friendliness. Discover hidden trails that wind through lush forests, admire the stunning views of the sparkling river, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this enchanting destination. Uncover the captivating stories of the locals, savor delicious farm-to-table cuisine, and create unforgettable memories. Come and explore Notleys Landing, where adventure and relaxation await at every turn. Visit now and uncover the secrets of this picturesque gem.
Best beachfront resorts on the Central Coast California
Ideal for travelers seeking direct ocean access paired with resort-level comfort, this selection spans the Central Coast from Carmel and Aptos down to Pismo Beach and Avila Beach. Expect private beach areas, oceanfront pools, full-service spas, and balcony views across a range of settings from rugged cliff-top perches to sheltered sandy shores.
Dolphin Bay Resort And Spa
Superb (10 reviews)
Pismo Beach
from 328 $ avg/night
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The Cliffs Hotel And Spa
Fabulous (947 reviews)
Pismo Beach
from 135 $ avg/night
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Sanctuary Beach Resort
Superb (304 reviews)
Marina
from 319 $ avg/night
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Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach
Very Good (291 reviews)
Avila Beach
from 125 $ avg/night
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Seaventure Beach Hotel
Superb (926 reviews)
Pismo Beach
from 255 $ avg/night
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Hyatt Vacation Club At Highlands Inn
Very Good (157 reviews)
Carmel Highlands
from 835 $ avg/night
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Rosewood Miramar Beach
Superb (4 reviews)
Montecito
from 1213 $ avg/night
View › Luxury hotels in Central Coast California - top picks across the region
This selection is ideal for travelers seeking refined comfort and premium experiences along California's Central Coast. From beachfront Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara to the wine country towns of Solvang and Los Olivos, these hotels deliver spas, oceanfront settings, curated dining, and upscale amenities across the region.
Inn At Spanish Bay
Pebble Beach
from 793 $ avg/night
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Hotel Californian
Fabulous (135 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 677 $ avg/night
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La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Superb (113 reviews)
Santa Cruz
from 484 $ avg/night
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The Inn At Mattei'S Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection
Los Olivos
from 1345 $ avg/night
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Hotel Ynez
Very Good (48 reviews)
Solvang
from 335 $ avg/night
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Flora Vista Inn
Good (11 reviews)
La Selva Beach
from 275 $ avg/night
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Gray'S Inn & Gallery
Exceptional (49 reviews)
Morro Bay
from 399 $ avg/night
View › Romantic getaway hotels across Central Coast California
This selection is ideal for couples seeking a memorable escape along one of California's most scenic coastlines. From beachfront fireplace rooms in Cambria and Victorian charm in Monterey to vineyard-side suites in Paso Robles and ocean-view retreats in Santa Barbara, these hotels offer intimate settings, spa access, and coastal ambiance throughout the region.
Simpson House Inn
Exceptional (158 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 455 $ avg/night
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Spindrift Inn
Fabulous (1078 reviews)
Monterey
from 184 $ avg/night
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Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Superb (995 reviews)
Paso Robles
from 219 $ avg/night
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Avila La Fonda Hotel
Superb (179 reviews)
Avila Beach
from 206 $ avg/night
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Fogcatcher Inn
Very Good (1049 reviews)
Cambria
from 153 $ avg/night
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Hotel Pacific
Good (672 reviews)
Monterey
from 149 $ avg/night
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Mar Monte Hotel, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Good (276 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 156 $ avg/night
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Cambria Landing Inn And Suites
Fabulous (1025 reviews)
Cambria
from 170 $ avg/night
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Granada Hotel & Bistro
Fabulous (81 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 259 $ avg/night
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Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Superb (1026 reviews)
Solvang
from 158 $ avg/night
View › Best family friendly resorts on California's Central Coast
Families seeking a mix of outdoor adventure, comfort, and memorable dining along California's Central Coast will find strong options here. These resorts span Monterey, Carmel, Santa Cruz, and Santa Barbara, offering pools, spa amenities, family rooms, beach access, and golf across a range of settings.
Carmel Valley Ranch, In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
Fabulous (68 reviews)
Carmel Valley
from 860 $ avg/night
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Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa
Good (616 reviews)
Monterey
from 223 $ avg/night
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The Quail Lodge
Superb (842 reviews)
Carmel-by-the-Sea
from 236 $ avg/night
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Chaminade Resort & Spa
Good (231 reviews)
Santa Cruz
from 199 $ avg/night
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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Superb (568 reviews)
Monterey
from 209 $ avg/night
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Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Fabulous (1471 reviews)
Monterey
from 150 $ avg/night
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Intercontinental The Clement Monterey By Ihg
Fabulous (814 reviews)
Monterey
from 225 $ avg/night
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Pleasant (70 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 235 $ avg/night
View › Best vacation rentals on the Central Coast California
Ideal for travelers who want the comfort and flexibility of a private home while exploring California's Central Coast. These rentals span from beachfront condos in Aptos and Carpinteria to wine-country villas in Paso Robles and boutique suites in downtown Santa Barbara, offering full kitchens, private parking, and home-style amenities throughout.
The Vineyard Farmhouse Villa
Exceptional (22 reviews)
Paso Robles
from 1903 $ avg/night
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Casa De La Vina - Boutique Apartments In Downtown Santa Barbara
Exceptional (63 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 1154 $ avg/night
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Premium Villa - Ocean View - Seascape - Heated 80 Degree Pools - Relaxing Fireplace - Ground Level
Superb (18 reviews)
Aptos
Carpinteria Beach Studio Condo
Exceptional (19 reviews)
Carpinteria
from 488 $ avg/night
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Cozy Beach Home Walking Distance From Ocean
Fabulous (14 reviews)
Ventura
from 299 $ avg/night
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Casa Jardin - Boutique Suites In Downtown Santa Barbara
Superb (260 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 377 $ avg/night
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Cambria Pines Lodge
Fabulous (1329 reviews)
Cambria
from 135 $ avg/night
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Big Sur Lodge
Good (663 reviews)
Big Sur
from 329 $ avg/night
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Solvang Bungalow A
Superb (39 reviews)
Solvang
from 253 $ avg/night
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Channel Island Shores
Superb (248 reviews)
Oxnard
from 124 $ avg/night
View › Top spa and wellness retreats across Central Coast California
Ideal for travelers seeking restorative escapes, these properties combine therapeutic spa treatments, heated pools, and scenic natural settings. From the redwood-cliffside seclusion of Big Sur to the oak-studded hills of Carmel Valley and Ojai, each hotel offers dedicated wellness facilities and resort-level comfort.
Alila Ventana Big Sur (Adults Only)
Superb (17 reviews)
Big Sur
from 2388 $ avg/night
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Bernardus Lodge & Spa
Superb (140 reviews)
Carmel Valley
from 325 $ avg/night
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Ojai Valley Inn
Fabulous (131 reviews)
Ojai
from 369 $ avg/night
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Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Good (155 reviews)
Carmel Highlands
from 304 $ avg/night
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Zachari Dunes On Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection By Hilton
Fabulous (401 reviews)
Oxnard
from 210 $ avg/night
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Chumash Casino Resort
Superb (509 reviews)
Santa Ynez
from 125 $ avg/night
View › Best pet friendly hotels across Central Coast California
Ideal for travelers who want to explore California's scenic coastline without leaving their pets behind, these hotels welcome four-legged companions from Ventura to Monterey. Across the region you'll find beachfront properties, heated pools, spacious rooms, and welcoming staff at spots in Santa Barbara, Cambria, Pismo Beach, Carmel, and beyond.
The Milo
Very Good (1604 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 167 $ avg/night
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Very Good (125 reviews)
Goleta
from 319 $ avg/night
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Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Very Good (1017 reviews)
San Simeon
from 106 $ avg/night
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Pelican Inn & Suites
Very Good (428 reviews)
Cambria
from 157 $ avg/night
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Oceanpoint Ranch
Very Good (829 reviews)
Cambria
from 120 $ avg/night
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Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Fabulous (1381 reviews)
Pismo Beach
from 86 $ avg/night
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Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach By Ihg
Very Good (725 reviews)
Ventura
from 153 $ avg/night
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Monterey Marriott
Very Good (429 reviews)
Monterey
from 201 $ avg/night
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Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Very Good (655 reviews)
Monterey
from 110 $ avg/night
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Blue Iguana Inn
Superb (221 reviews)
Ojai
from 219 $ avg/night
View › Boutique Hotels in Central Coast California Wine Country
Ideal for wine enthusiasts and leisure travelers seeking character-rich stays close to acclaimed vineyards, these boutique hotels span the Central Coast from Paso Robles and Santa Ynez Valley to Cambria and Ojai. Expect individually designed rooms, wine bars, garden settings, spa access, and a relaxed California wine-country atmosphere throughout.
Bellasera Hotel & Suites Paso Robles, Tapestry By Hilton
Very Good (94 reviews)
Paso Robles
from 143 $ avg/night
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The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero Paso Robles, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Very Good (229 reviews)
Atascadero
from 149 $ avg/night
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Santa Ynez Valley Marriott
Good (104 reviews)
Buellton
from 126 $ avg/night
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The Hamlet Inn
Fabulous (739 reviews)
Solvang
from 139 $ avg/night
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The Capri Hotel
Fabulous (275 reviews)
Ojai
from 329 $ avg/night
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Su Nido Inn
Superb (41 reviews)
Ojai
from 639 $ avg/night
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El Colibri Hotel & Spa
Fabulous (381 reviews)
Cambria
from 209 $ avg/night
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Historic Santa Maria Inn
Good (713 reviews)
Santa Maria (Santa Barbara County)
from 129 $ avg/night
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Madonna Inn
Fabulous (687 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 139 $ avg/night
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Flying Flags Rv Resort & Campground
Fabulous (359 reviews)
Buellton
from 95 $ avg/night
View › Best budget hotels on the Central Coast - top picks across California
Ideal for cost-conscious travelers exploring California's Central Coast without overspending on accommodation. These picks span Santa Barbara, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Cambria, and Santa Cruz, offering free WiFi, free parking, pools, and continental breakfast at wallet-friendly rates.
Cambria Beach Lodge
Superb (415 reviews)
Cambria
from 129 $ avg/night
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Sea Otter Inn
Fabulous (540 reviews)
Cambria
from 123 $ avg/night
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Inn By The Harbor
Fabulous (684 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 149 $ avg/night
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Pea Soup Andersen'S Inn
Fabulous (2028 reviews)
Buellton
from 82 $ avg/night
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Inn At San Luis Obispo
Pleasant (637 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 94 $ avg/night
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University Inn At San Luis Obispo
Good (420 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 66 $ avg/night
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Moonstone Landing
Superb (1153 reviews)
Cambria
from 173 $ avg/night
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Best Western Park Crest Inn
Very Good (845 reviews)
Monterey
from 65 $ avg/night
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Super 8 By Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Good (365 reviews)
Santa Cruz
from 75 $ avg/night
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Creekside Inn Downtown
Fabulous (873 reviews)
Cambria
from 100 $ avg/night
View › Cabins and cottages to rent on Central Coast California
Ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed, home-away-from-home experience along California's scenic central coastline, this collection spans charming lodges, farm stays, and cottage-style rentals. From the Monterey Peninsula to Santa Barbara and the Arroyo Grande valley, these properties offer private parking, free WiFi, and comfortable spaces suited to couples, families, and nature lovers alike.
Forest Lodge
Superb (182 reviews)
Carmel-by-the-Sea
from 234 $ avg/night
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The Olympia Lodge
Good (239 reviews)
Pacific Grove
from 139 $ avg/night
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Wild Hair Studio-Stylish Farm Stay W Ev Charger
Exceptional (15 reviews)
Arroyo Grande
from 164 $ avg/night
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La Arboleda
Exceptional (2 reviews)
Lompoc
from 326 $ avg/night
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Sunstone Villa
Santa Ynez
Sea Ranch By Paradise Retreats
Montecito
Royal Villa - Ocean View - Heated 80° Pool - Amazing 1 Bedroom - 3 Beds - End Unit
Exceptional (25 reviews)
Aptos
from 278 $ avg/night
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Top adults-only resorts across Central Coast California
This selection is ideal for couples and adult travelers seeking a relaxed, distraction-free retreat along California's scenic central coastline. From Monterey Bay to Pismo Beach and the Danish village of Solvang, these properties offer outdoor pools, upscale amenities, and resort-style settings without the family crowd.
Worldmark Solvang
Superb (46 reviews)
Solvang
from 277 $ avg/night
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Holiday Inn Express Monterey - Cannery Row By Ihg
Very Good (1181 reviews)
Monterey
from 251 $ avg/night
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Holiday Inn Express At Monterey Bay By Ihg
Pleasant (652 reviews)
Seaside
from 119 $ avg/night
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Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach-Pismo Beach Area By Ihg
Fabulous (315 reviews)
Grover Beach
from 155 $ avg/night
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Carmel Resort Inn
Very Good (1095 reviews)
Carmel-by-the-Sea
from 201 $ avg/night
View › Best hotels with free parking across Central Coast California
Ideal for road-trippers and self-drive travelers who want to explore California's Central Coast without worrying about parking costs. These hotels span destinations from Santa Cruz and Monterey to San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, and Lompoc, offering free on-site parking alongside pools, breakfast, and family-friendly amenities.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Fabulous (206 reviews)
Santa Cruz
from 219 $ avg/night
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Hampton Inn Monterey
Fabulous (166 reviews)
Monterey
from 145 $ avg/night
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Embassy Suites By Hilton Lompoc Central Coast
Very Good (221 reviews)
Lompoc
from 147 $ avg/night
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Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel
Very Good (419 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 99 $ avg/night
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Best Western Tradewinds
Good (222 reviews)
Morro Bay
from 104 $ avg/night
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Avila Village Inn
Fabulous (348 reviews)
Avila Beach
from 209 $ avg/night
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Little Sur Inn
Superb (847 reviews)
Cambria
from 159 $ avg/night
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Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites
Fabulous (472 reviews)
Capitola
from 133 $ avg/night
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Best Western Plus Black Oak
Fabulous (324 reviews)
Paso Robles
from 109 $ avg/night
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Shoreline Inn...On The Beach
Exceptional (351 reviews)
Cayucos
from 159 $ avg/night
View › Adults only resorts on the Central Coast California
This selection is ideal for couples and adult travelers seeking a refined, peaceful escape along California's Central Coast. From Santa Barbara to Carmel, these properties offer resort-style pools, upscale dining, spa amenities, and romantic settings without the distraction of family crowds.
San Ysidro Ranch
Fabulous (13 reviews)
Montecito
from 3295 $ avg/night
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Kimpton Canary Hotel By Ihg
Fabulous (97 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 326 $ avg/night
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Sycamore Mineral Springs
Very Good (904 reviews)
Avila Beach
from 202 $ avg/night
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Sea Pines Golf Resort
Very Good (90 reviews)
Los Osos
from 119 $ avg/night
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The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Good (278 reviews)
Goleta
from 109 $ avg/night
View › Best bed and breakfast inns across Central Coast California
Ideal for travelers seeking intimate, character-rich stays with personal touches over standard hotel chains, these inns span the Central Coast from the Monterey Peninsula to Santa Ynez Wine Country. Expect included breakfasts, individually decorated rooms, fireplaces, ocean-view settings, and the kind of attentive service that defines the classic California inn experience.
Inn At Depot Hill
Superb (157 reviews)
Capitola
from 348 $ avg/night
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Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Fabulous (255 reviews)
Pacific Grove
from 214 $ avg/night
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Carriage House Inn
Superb (214 reviews)
Carmel-by-the-Sea
from 591 $ avg/night
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The Genevieve
Superb (68 reviews)
Santa Ynez
from 847 $ avg/night
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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Fabulous (290 reviews)
Ballard
from 317 $ avg/night
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Seven Gables Inn On Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Fabulous (376 reviews)
Pacific Grove
from 235 $ avg/night
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Captain'S Inn At Moss Landing
Fabulous (138 reviews)
Moss Landing
from 190 $ avg/night
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Cayucos Sunset Inn
Superb (203 reviews)
Cayucos
from 288 $ avg/night
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Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Good (554 reviews)
Pacific Grove
from 178 $ avg/night
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Summerwood Inn
Exceptional (32 reviews)
Paso Robles
from 279 $ avg/night
View › Best hotels in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara - top picks
Ideal for travelers seeking quality stays along California's Central Coast, this selection covers the most well-regarded hotels in both San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara. From charming inns near Cal Poly to beachfront properties steps from Stearns Wharf, these hotels deliver pools, free WiFi, full breakfasts, and distinct local character.
Apple Farm Inn
Fabulous (1576 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 93 $ avg/night
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La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
Very Good (952 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 129 $ avg/night
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Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo
Very Good (598 reviews)
San Luis Obispo
from 65 $ avg/night
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Harbor View Inn
Fabulous (1424 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 239 $ avg/night
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Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Very Good (220 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 204 $ avg/night
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Santa Barbara Inn
Fabulous (412 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 234 $ avg/night
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Montecito Inn
Good (99 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 231 $ avg/night
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Brisas Del Mar Inn At The Beach
Fabulous (485 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 170 $ avg/night
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The Upham Hotel
Fabulous (263 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 198 $ avg/night
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The Eagle Inn
Superb (579 reviews)
Santa Barbara
from 199 $ avg/night
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