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Top Beach Central Coast California Hotels

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

33 min drive from Monterey Bay

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 ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (657 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"We loved the location!"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Castillo Inn at the Beach

22 Castillo St. Santa Barbara CA

4 hours drive from Monterey Bay

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

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

"The room was updated and parking was outside the room. The hotel is across the street from the marina where there are great restaurants."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

4 hours drive from Monterey Bay

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! (1,828 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Nice place, great location, reasonable for what you get. I think it's perfect for a midweek visit in June. I could see it getting crowded w/families and such on weekends or more peak summer times, but for us it was relatively chill and I really think it was a nice relaxing stay by the ocean. Lots ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

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