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Cavalier Oceanfront Resort, hotel in San Simeon

Located 3 miles away from Hearst Castle Information Center, Cavalier Oceanfront Resort boasts 2 heated outdoor pool and hot tub. It features a restaurant and all guest rooms offer free WiFi.

great view, nice rooms, great facilities, and a very helpful stuff. also the restaurant was very good
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
1,127 reviews
Price from£151.56per night
Motel 6-San Simeon, CA - Hearst Castle Area, hotel in San Simeon

Across the street from the ocean, this 100% non-smoking San Simeon offers on-site dining and an outdoor pool. All air-conditioned rooms feature cable TV with extended channels.

It was close to Hearst Castle and elephant seal colony. Staff very helpful and welcoming
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
1,456 reviews
Price from£79.31per night
Coast Riders Inn, hotel in San Simeon

Set in San Simeon, 500 metres from Arroyo del padre juan, Coast Riders Inn offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The hotel features an indoor pool, hot tub and a shared lounge....

Management and staff are both friendly & efficient. Functional room.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
989 reviews
Price from£106.90per night
The Morgan Hotel San Simeon, hotel in San Simeon

Situated along California's majestic coastline in the charming town of San Simeon, this hotel offers comfortable accommodations in a spectacular location, perfect for a relaxing weekend or holiday.

Great value hotel in a convenient location and helpful staff.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
1,213 reviews
Price from£103.47per night
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle, hotel in San Simeon

The Quality Inn hotel is located just two miles from Hearst Castle, a Moorish castle with 127 acres of gardens, terraces, pools and walkways, furnished with Spanish and Italian antiques and art.

Very friendly staff. Good breakfast
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
2,658 reviews
Price from£71.60per night
San Simeon Lodge, hotel in San Simeon

Surrounded by gardens and palm trees, the San Simeon Lodge has an outdoor heated pool and deck seating, along with rooms with a view of the Pacific Ocean one block away.

Great place to stay before driving Big Sur. Staff very friendly & helpful. It was great to have the bar/restaurant on site.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
1,889 reviews
Price from£88.05per night
Sands by the Sea Motel, hotel in San Simeon

Located 4.5 km away from Hearst Castle, Sands by the Sea Motel offers a heated indoor pool. All guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi. Free guest parking is also offered.

Location close to Hearst castle and next to sea. Good restaurant in sister resort.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
1,435 reviews
Price from£83.80per night
Silver Surf Motel, hotel in San Simeon

Located within walking distance of the Pacific Ocean and beaches, this San Simeon motel features a heated indoor pool and hot tub. Guest rooms offer cable TV and free Wi-Fi.

Good value. Great location if you plan to do pacific highway 1 to Big Sur. Nearby attraction elephant seal vista point. Accidentally visited and loved it. Warm welcome by the front desk. Comfortable pillow + mattress. Well maintained garden. Water pressure a bit slow but is fine.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
1,276 reviews
Price from£79.16per night
Sea Breeze Inn - San Simeon, hotel in San Simeon

This Sam Simeon, California hotel is located by the Pacific Ocean and is a 5-minute drive to Hearst Castle. It offers an outdoor pool and spacious rooms with free WiFi.

Spacious clean room , plenty of towels , coffee machine, sea view.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
993 reviews
Price from£79.16per night
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach, hotel in San Simeon

Located 4.8 km from Cambria town centre, Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach is a beachfront hotel features an outdoor heated pool. It offers spacious rooms equipped with free WiFi.

Great location in Cambria opposite the beach. Good size comfortable room with patio facing the beach. Very clean.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
1,154 reviews
Price from£157.57per night
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What guests said about San Simeon:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    This location is perfect for trips to Cambra/ Morro Bay..

    This location is perfect for trips to Cambra/ Morro Bay.. And a little longer to Pismo beach…. The staff is exceptional .. And the breakfast is perfect for a day starter..Oh! And you can have your furry friend w/ NO EXTRA COST A BIG PLUS…🐶🐶
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    San Simeon is a great spot for quiet relaxation.

    San Simeon is a great spot for quiet relaxation. It's right by the ocean and has several restaurants. It's also just a few minutes drive to Cambria if you want to go for a nice walk on the Moonstone Beach walkway right by the ocean, and then another short drive to Cambria's cute little town.
    Maria
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The ocean was beautiful.

    The ocean was beautiful. It was great seeing the elephant seals, and all their babies, lots and lots of babies everywhere. Every female seem to have a baby was happy to see the her castle from afar could not take my puppies, so I could not go on the tour. Next time I will go on the tour I will find a pet sitter.
    Betty Aparicio
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    San Simeon is just one of those cool places that are not...

    San Simeon is just one of those cool places that are not over crowded by people and businesses. Different places to stop and explore along this part of the coastline. Besides having Hearst Castle, you can check out the elephant sea lions area and a lighthouse. Just south of San Simeon you have a quick drive over the Moonstone Beach and another 20 min south you have Morro Bay. I think it is a great place to stay when you don't want to be in one of the bigger beach towns, its a more down to earth place when you want to just be in one of the small cozy towns.
    A
    Anonymous
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    San Simeon state Beach is perfect for families.

    San Simeon state Beach is perfect for families. It's not crowded like Pismo or windy like Avila. Perfect for families. Affordable restaurant options are limited for large families. None really unless you eat at the mini mart.
    Kristin Edmiaston
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We are from Southern California, so other than being cooler...

    We are from Southern California, so other than being cooler than expected and overcast in the morning in August, the weather was great. The scenery is picturesque and there is tons to do. The hotel gave us a guidebook/map of the area and it listed so many fun activities, way more than you can do in a weekend vacation. Of course, Hearst Castle is the star. We did not get to see the lighthouse due to odd hours. We couldn't even park nearby to just take pictures. Cambria is only five miles away for shopping and dining and Harmony is just another five miles south for ice cream, photos, and gift shopping.
    A
    Anonymous
    China

Explore guest reviews of hotels in San Simeon

  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 413 reviews
    Beautifully maintained grounds, stunning views over the coast. the food in the restaurant was delicious and very reasonably priced considering the isolated location. Room service was good too, we had a lovely breakfast in the room. Our room had a fireplace and balcony overlooking the sea and was very clean and spacious with a comfortable bed. The hotel also has a few cats on site but we only managed to see one! The staff onsite were also excellent!
    Thalia
    United Kingdom
  • From £106.90 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 990 reviews
    I am very satisfied with our accommodation in this hotel! It was great! The room was just renovated! Everything inside is pretty new ( TV, air conditioner, fridge, microwave etc) The kingsize bad was very comfortable and pillows as well Also we enjoyed with spa and swimming pool The service staff on the reception was very attentive and kind! I can recommende this hotel for all travelers I this region It was nice to stay there
    Daryna
    Ukraine
  • From £79.16 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 993 reviews
    Great value for money and easily accessible for a stop-off in San Simeon whilst travelling the west coast. A good variety of restaurants are nearby (literally across the highway). Staff on the reception were really helpful and friendly and the queen beds were super comfortable. Added bonus of a pool (although the weather wasn't great when we were there so we didn't get to use it!)
    Natalie
    United Kingdom
  • From £88.21 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,435 reviews
    The staff at the reception were accommodating and check-in process was smooth. The location was near to restaurants, convenienve stores, and walking distance to the beach. There is also a coin laundry by the hotel itself. Parking space is a bit tight but it is not an issue as we got to park right infront of our room during the duration of our stay.
    Maria
    Qatar
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 818 reviews
    Fantastic customer service. Neal and his staff go above and beyond expectations. Newly remodeled rooms are awesome. The free breakfast was delicious, and a balcony and ocean view for under $150 is insane. Used to stay at The Morgan when staying in San Simeon, but the Pacific Coast Roadhouse is our new stay, just fantastic.
    Ernest
    United States
  • From £105.84 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,658 reviews
    -they clean the rooms everyday -very good breakfast selection -heated pool and jacuzzi -very accommodating staff -cookies and snickers bars upon check out - locations is perfect, close to the elephant seal beach, San Simeon pier, Hearst castle moonstone beach -balcony with seating area
    Catherine
    United States
  • From £79.16 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,276 reviews
    I've stayed at this hotel for a few weeks at a time for business trips, and I have found it consistently Clean, and comfortable. I've come to love the staff at this hotel. If you run in to a issue, I feel confident they will work something out, and I have trust in this hotel.
    Matt
    United States
  • From £168.40 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,127 reviews
    Hotel a little remote but ideally situated on sea front . Had a king ocean view room quite expensive but worth the fantastic position. Room well equipped even had binoculars for whale watching. Good position for hurst castle visits.
    Lorraine Taube
    United Kingdom
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 413 reviews
    Grounds were well maintained. Pet friendly. Pacific views were breathtaking. Enjoyed the walking trail on the site. Best part was that everything was in one place and very convenient to get to from our pet friendly lodge room.
    George
    United States
  • From £114.96 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,213 reviews
    I loved the location. It was comfortable, quiet and peaceful. I liked that it was away from the hustle and bustle of Cambria, but close enough, a short drive to enjoy Cambria. I also love that the hotel is pet friendly.
    Patti
    United States
  • From £105.84 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,658 reviews
    The room was really big and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful and also the breakfast here was really good too! Great location as well, perfect for exploring around San Simeon.
    Isabella
    United Kingdom
  • From £114.96 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,213 reviews
    Excellent location, nice and big clean room, we really enjoyed it. Breakfast available, not a superb one, but it was one of the only hotels with breakfast on our California trip.
    PABLO
    Spain
  • From £106.90 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 990 reviews
    Sweet staff and cute property in the greatest spot in San Simeon. Walk across the highway, to the beach, great restaurant next door and numerous others, also walking distance.
    April
    United States
  • From £79.31 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,456 reviews
    The hotel is OK if you're on a budget and wish to stay near Cambria, where prices are much higher. Also, very close to Hearst Castle, wich is a great place to visit.
    Andres
    Argentina
  • From £168.40 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,127 reviews
    Location, balcony, view, mini bar, room service, pet friendly, staff, beach access, size of television, room service wine.
    Hotel Game
    United States
  • From £79.16 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,276 reviews
    The location, it was within walking distance of the beach. The indoor pool was warmed up. It is also pet friendly.
    A
    Anonymous
    United States
  • From £88.05 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,889 reviews
    Heated pool, a walking distance to the beach. Hotel loctation a big plus!
    Trela
    United States
  • From £79.16 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 993 reviews
    Great hotel in San Simeon! Close to driftwood beach and near restaurants
    LuAnn
    United States
  • From £88.21 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,435 reviews
    PET FRIENDLY, CLEANLINESS, NEAR THE OCEAN, ROOM
    Pat
    United States
  • From £88.05 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,889 reviews
    Beautiful scenery, pet friendly and good food!
    Virginia
    United States