Central Coast California Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Coast California
Yosemite Valley which includes mist or fog
Central Coast California
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park showing mountains, landscape views and a beach
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park featuring a sunset, landscape views and rugged coastline

Where to stay in Central Coast California

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Montecito

5/5(4 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Montecito
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Santa Barbara Beach

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male

Westside Santa Cruz

4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

Westside Santa Cruz
Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pismo Beach
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,289 reviews)
Hotel Monterey
"Monterey Hotel is in a perfect location right near the Fisherman’s wharf, and on a Main Street. It is a very safe location. There’s two sides, the historic side and the more updated side. Unfortunately it was a full house and we were on the historic side which just could use a bit sprucing up. The ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
9415 Hearst Drive, San Simeon, CA
The price is 4.205.858 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
4.205.858 ₫
4.739.792 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Simeon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,664 reviews)
"Amazing views, wood burning fireplace, good food on site"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is 6.912.689 ₫ per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
6.912.689 ₫
8.176.555 ₫ total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,710 reviews)
"I did not get the partial view that I expected. A bit basic for the price paid, no room service"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln, Avila Beach, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a gift shop. Popular attractions Avila Beach and Avila Hot Springs ...
9/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Channel Island Shores

Channel Island Shores

3 out of 5
1311 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Oxnard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (620 reviews)
"Nice accommodation with jacuzzi and grill. Equipment a little outdated, but sufficient for family stay. Property communication was very good."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Channel Island Shores
Caravan Outpost

Caravan Outpost

2 out of 5
317 Bryant St., Ojai, CA
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Soule Park Golf Course and Ojai Art Center are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (276 reviews)
"The entire property is so cute and relaxing! I loved the gardens. We stayed at the tiny house and it was very clean and so cute! We had a great stay."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Caravan Outpost
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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