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Our top choices for San Simeon motels

A spacious room with large windows, leather chairs, a glass table, and a travel information stand.

1. Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,634 reviews)
"Very good area very clean good breakfast including free parking and very quiet area the staff are very friendly"
United States
DAVID
The price is ฿1,992
฿2,241 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Silver Surf Motel
A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

2. Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Location , price and cleanliness were excellent"
United States
John
The price is ฿2,128
฿2,394 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sea Breeze Inn
A hotel with a covered outdoor area featuring palm trees and blue chairs.

3. San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet location near the Beach. Bar, mini marker and Restaurant on property."
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿2,668
฿3,001 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
San Simeon Lodge
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

4. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,245 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay!"
United States
FRANK PAUL
The price is ฿4,073
฿4,582 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Castle Inn
An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the road, and a sign for Big Sur Restaurant.

5. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
2.5 star property
San Simeon
7.6 out of 10, Good, (827 reviews)
"Breakfast was great clean rooms"
United States
Sylvia
The price is ฿2,268
฿2,551 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria
A room with a large window overlooking a beach and ocean, a white air conditioner, a vintage-style microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

6. Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Wish we had more time to stay. The best stay of our vacation!"
United States
Joanne
The price is ฿3,617
฿4,076 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Coast Riders Inn
A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and vegetation.

7. Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Johan ricardo cervera
The price is ฿2,212
฿2,493 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sands by The Sea
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

8. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (901 reviews)
"Good value without paying a premium to be on the beach."
United States
Rory
The price is ฿3,310
฿3,724 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Creekside Inn
A garden pathway with pink blossoms, green shrubs, and a stone path.

9. Cambria Palms Motel

Cambria Palms Motel
2.0 star property
Cambria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (837 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable."
United States
Joel D
The price is ฿3,144
฿3,537 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Cambria Palms Motel
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a green wall with text, a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

10. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Great location, easy to park, clean room with all you could need."
United Kingdom
Amelia
The price is ฿2,352
฿2,698 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
A modern living room with a fireplace, a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a patterned floor.

11. Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel
2.5 star property
Morro Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,440 reviews)
"Great location and charming atmosphere"
United States
Elayne
The price is ฿2,976
฿3,413 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Masterpiece Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, geometric-patterned wall decor, and bedside lamps.

12. Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA

Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
2.0 star property
Morro Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"The area was nice clean the woman at the front desk was very helpful and nice."
United States
Aaron
The price is ฿1,970
฿2,260 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear sky.

13. Central Coast Inn

Central Coast Inn
2.0 star property
Cayucos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (194 reviews)
"Property is well maintained and the staff is very accommodating."
United States
Raymond
The price is ฿3,310
฿4,825 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Central Coast Inn
A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore and a large rock formation in the background.

14. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great affordable spot just 2 blocks from the main street!"
United States
Jenifer
The price is ฿2,160
฿2,473 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA
A residential area with a house, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.

15. Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, room clean, bed comfortable. Location close to the water less than 5 minutes walk. Restaurants close by. Morro bay was an excellent place to stop on our drive"
Canada
Jacqueline
The price is ฿2,330
฿2,668 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
A covered patio area with a brick planter, a red chair, and a white table.

16. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent and steps to Morro Rock, restaurants, the Morro Bay Bird Sanctuary, the Marina and California State Parks. The front desk is helpful and welcoming!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿1,976
฿2,262 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Pleasant Inn
A beach scene with a person carrying a surfboard, cliffs in the background, and a sunset.

17. Morro Crest Inn

Morro Crest Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Was great place clean room, easy to find, plenty of parking. I would stay here again anytime"
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿1,891
฿2,574 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Morro Crest Inn
A hotel with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a view of the street and buildings.

18. Pacific Shores Inn

Pacific Shores Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was clean."
United States
G Aristida
The price is ฿2,641
฿3,024 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Pacific Shores Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay
3.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, easy parking, good shower,"
United States
Nancy
The price is ฿2,337
฿2,676 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay
A white building with a red brick base, a sign indicating an office, and a mailbox.

20. Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country

Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country
2.0 star property
Downtown Paso Robles
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (651 reviews)
"Convenient location, very clean & safe, beautifully decorated room with a super comfortable bed, free parking & helpful staff. A Great place to stay!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ฿2,127
฿2,503 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country
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San Simeon and related destinations

Hearst Castle's opulent rooms and Neptune Pool reveal a media mogul's lavish tastes from the Roaring Twenties. Elephant seals sprawl along the beaches at Piedras Blancas, while Highway 1's dramatic coastal views make every drive memorable.

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A beach with sea lions resting on the sand and rocky outcrops in the distance.
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Top reviews in San Simeon

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and ocean, a white air conditioner, a vintage-style microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
San Simeon

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Linda were the perfect hosts to greet us after a long stressful drive from Carmel. The hotel exceeds the photos, with lots to do, great rooms and plenty of food and drink options on the doors and within a 5 min drive to Cambria
United Kingdom
Danny
Reviewed July 14, 2024
Coast Riders Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

How many motels can I expect to find in San Simeon?

Expedia has 6 economical motels in San Simeon.

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Simeon?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in San Simeon, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from more than 38 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motel properties often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Beginning in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.

What are the best motels in San Simeon?

Silver Surf Motel: Stay within a short 5-minute drive of Moonstone Beach. Enjoy access to the rooftop terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Sea Breeze Inn: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. It's located within a short 5-minute drive of Moonstone Beach. San Simeon Lodge: Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a short 5-minute drive of Moonstone Beach. Sands by The Sea: It's located within a short 5-minute drive of Moonstone Beach. 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and free WiFi are available during your stay. Coast Riders Inn: Stay within a short 5-minute drive of Moonstone Beach. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

What things can I to do in San Simeon?

In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Simeon love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Los Padres National Forest, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach and Jade Cove. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Cambria State Marine Park, Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay and Sebastian General Store. To learn more about local history, take some time at Hearst Castle and Piedras Blancas Lighthouse.

What's the weather like in San Simeon?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in San Simeon to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Simeon is 419 mm.

What are my options for getting around San Simeon while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in San Simeon to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional), which is located 38.3 mi (61.7 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to King City, CA (KIC-Mesa Del Rey), which is 42.5 mi (68.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.