Central Coast California Beach Vacations 2026

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Top Beach Central Coast California Hotels

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

1 hour drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Relax at this hotel and watch the sunset on the beach in Monterey, as you'll be a short walk from Monterey State Beach. Amenities at Monterey Beach Hotel, A ...

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St. Santa Barbara CA

4 hours drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Make the most of this fantastic location, as you'll be a short walk from Leadbetter Beach with a vacation stay at this hotel.

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

4 hours drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Watch the sunset on the beach in Pismo Beach, as you'll be within walking distance of Pismo State Beach with a stay at this hotel. 3 hot tubs, beach yoga, and ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,918 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach yoga, kids pool

Travelers say...

"The location is perfect. It was simply gorgeous while we were there. The only downfall, and not the hotel's fault, was the people above us made so much noise. It sounded like there was a herd of cattle above us that kept pacing back and forth. Again, not the hotel's fault. Lovely place to stay!"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

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