The Best Hotels Closest to San Simeon Pier in San Simeon - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a coffee machine, tea station, and various food items.

A grand building with a stone staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a sofa.

A beach with numerous seals resting on the sand, with the ocean in the background.

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

3.2 mi from San Simeon Pier

kevin

£80

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a coffee maker, and a window with a view of the beach and ocean.

A view through a window with a white railing, overlooking a street with a sign for 'Coast Riders' and a building with a balcony.

A room with a large window overlooking a road and ocean, a chair, and a thermostat.

A reception area with a marble counter, a clock, and framed artwork on the walls.

2. Coast Riders Inn

3.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

Sandy

£94

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view through the door.

A modern room with a wooden table, a blue chair, a yellow ottoman, a black floor lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A reception desk with a wooden counter, a white panel wall, a door, a computer monitor, and a small cabinet with decorative items.

3. Creekside Inn

8.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

Jeffrey

£83

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A house with a view of the ocean, a garden with rocks and plants, and a clear blue sky.

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a small table with glasses and snacks.

A sign for Sand Pebbles Inn with a view of the ocean.

A two-story house with a 'WELCOME' sign in front, number 6252, and a landscaped garden with various plants and rocks.

4. Sand Pebbles Inn

6.4 mi from San Simeon Pier

Bonnie

£165

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A dining area with wooden chairs, a table, and a bar with bottles and glasses.

A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a round coffee table, and a wooden chair. There are large windows with blue curtains, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

A two-story building with a blue exterior, a red door, and a small porch with chairs.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to another room.

5. The Rigdon House

8.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

Rachel

£102

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A coastal road with a sandy beach, rocky terrain, and various plants.

A building with a sign for Cambria Shores Inn, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

Three Adirondack chairs facing a beach with the ocean in the background.

A view from a covered area overlooking a parking lot with a building and a view of the ocean.

6. Cambria Shores Inn

6.4 mi from San Simeon Pier

catherine

£114

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and ocean.

A sign for Sea Breeze Inn with a clear view of the surrounding area including a road, stop signs, and a grassy landscape.

A clear swimming pool with a metal ladder and a metal railing.

7. Sea Breeze Inn

3.4 mi from San Simeon Pier

Rebecca

£58

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a large tree on the left.

A room with a curved ceiling, three large windows offering a view of greenery and a distant landscape. A small table with a candle is in the center.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by large windows.

A hallway with patterned carpet, potted plants, a reception desk, and a large mirror.

8. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

3.3 mi from San Simeon Pier

BASHAR

£99

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with two chairs, a window with curtains, and a door with a number.

A coastal view with three red Adirondack chairs facing the ocean, a stone pillar, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean at sunset.

9. Castle Inn

6.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

FRANK PAUL

£160

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a bottle of wine, glasses, and a plate of grapes and fruit.

A coastal hotel with a long balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.

A restaurant with booth seating, a view of the ocean, and a patio area with plants and a railing.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, overlooking a body of water.

10. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

3.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

Regina

£126

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A covered pathway leading to a wooden door with a white cross design, surrounded by greenery and vines.

A swimming pool with a brick edge, lounge chairs, and a small building with a sign.

A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, leather furniture, and wooden beams.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a bucket with a letter 'T' on the bed, and a decorative shell on the wall.

11. J Patrick Inn

8.5 mi from San Simeon Pier

Geoffrey

£120

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with leather chairs, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the parking lot and greenery outside.

A stone fountain surrounded by a circular stone border, a tree, and a bench in a park-like setting.

A hot tub with steam rising from the water, surrounded by stone walls and a window.

12. Silver Surf Motel

3.2 mi from San Simeon Pier

Raul

£54

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A patio with a table and chairs overlooking the ocean.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a clear view of the ocean.

A white building with a door, a window, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden dining table, wicker baskets, and a sofa.

13. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

5.9 mi from San Simeon Pier

Judy

£181

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of the beach through a window with shutters.

A hotel hallway with a green carpet, wall sconces, and a large mirror on the right.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the beach through open shutters.

A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a variety of seating options.

14. Blue Dolphin Inn

6.2 mi from San Simeon Pier

Linda

£182

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A wooden table with a tray containing a bottle of wine, a glass of wine, a book titled "Running on Night," a basket with bread, and a plate.

A spacious living room with wooden floors, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A rustic wooden building with a glass door entrance, a stone patio, and a view of the interior.

A rustic wooden building with a large entrance and a visible address number.

15. Squibb Houses

8.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

Rex

£107

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A white building with arched windows and a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved courtyard.

A white building with multiple windows and doors, surrounded by trees and plants.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of greenery.

16. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

6.9 mi from San Simeon Pier

Borasy

£107

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

Two Adirondack chairs facing a scenic view of the ocean at sunset, with a wooden sign in the background.

A sign for Sea Otter Inn with a garden in front.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, and a painting on the wall.

A coastal beach with waves, rocky shoreline, and distant mountains.

17. Sea Otter Inn

6 mi from San Simeon Pier

Teresa

£169

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a stone accent wall.

A modern two-story building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a driveway leading to a parked car.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a chair, and a table.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean.

18. Moonstone Landing

6.4 mi from San Simeon Pier

Sabir

£186

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean through large sliding glass doors.

A balcony with wicker chairs overlooking a coastal road and ocean.

A sunset over the ocean with a bench in the foreground.

A stone building with a sign labeled "OFFICE" and a covered entrance.

19. Little Sur Inn

6.4 mi from San Simeon Pier

Terry

£178

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and vegetation.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a black office chair, a microwave, and a television.

A sign with "Sands by the Sea" and an American flag, with a welcome message.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, a TV on a wooden stand, and a window with curtains.

20. Sands by The Sea

3.1 mi from San Simeon Pier

Elizabeth

£64

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to San Simeon Pier

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle	9.2 Wonderful 1,373 reviews	View
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Creekside Inn	9.2 Wonderful 857 reviews	View
Sand Pebbles Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,170 reviews	View
The Rigdon House	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top San Simeon Pier Hotel Reviews

Sea Breeze Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very accessible to take Highway one up or north very convenience for visiting her castle nothing fancy just to clean room and bathroom little fresh microwave. Make some coffee or Tv you open you sleep with Windows open nighttime yeah I hear the way hitting the rocks easy very nice thank you."

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay!"

Cambria Beach Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This is such a unique place. Beautiful rooms, Ours had a fireplace! Comfortable bed. Luxury lotion and hair products ❤️ Nice continental breakfast- local bakery breads, hard boiled eggs, fruit, and their special recipe oatmeal, along with an assortment of teas and of course coffee. But the extra special part is the location. Literally steps to the boardwalk and ocean! The crashing mornings waves to the views of sunset await. Minutes to all types of dining experiences. You feel so well taken care of by all of the caretakers of this lodge."

San Simeon Lodge

8/10 Good

"I was traveling with my husband and elderly parents. We appreciated the layout of the room as the beds weren't right next to each other, offering a little more personal space. The room was clean and staff was friendly. This was a very quick stay as we got in later and had an earlier reservation for a tour at Hearst Castle. It was perfect for our needs and provided a good value. I wouls stay here again"

Castle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, the room was spacious, clean and nice - comfortable bed and really nice linens and pillows. Jack at the front desk was great, nice, efficient, really informative, great guy. The maintenance staff was really nice, everyone was friendly. Love the fire pit! We will be back!"

Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

10/10 Excellent

"The room is big, clean and looks new. Breakfast was very good with lots of choices, like waffles, hot and cold cereals, eggs filled with cheese, bacon and potatoes and many more. The hotel is walking distance to the beach, restaurants and short drive to Hearst Castle, Cambria and Moonstone beach. We will definitely stay here again."

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

8/10 Good

"Pleasantly pleased overall- comfortable and would visit again."

Sands by The Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, cookies and coffee in the lobby. Clean rooms, easy access to the Highway and surrounding areas. Close to Hearst Castle and beaches."

Oceanpoint Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"Amenities (like multiple fire pits) and beach access was great. Rooms were clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful."

Other attractions near San Simeon Pier

A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing at its base.

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

9.2/10 (216 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Simeon. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and rolling hills in the background.

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

9.0/10 (176 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to San Simeon. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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A white church with a red roof and a steeple, surrounded by a white picket fence, with a hill and buildings in the background.

Hearst Ranch Winery

8.6/10 (302 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hearst Ranch Winery during your travels to San Simeon. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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A historic building with two bell towers and a garden of pink hydrangea flowers.

Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument

9.2/10 (120 reviews)

You can take time to visit Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument during your travels to San Simeon. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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A historic building with two towers, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

Hearst Castle

9.4/10 (2,346 reviews)

You can learn about the history of San Simeon with a stop at Hearst Castle. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A sandy beach with rocks and a wooden fence.

Elephant Seal Vista Point

9.6/10 (2,054 reviews)

Find out about the history of San Simeon when you spend time at Elephant Seal Vista Point. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Sebastian General Store

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Sebastian General Store during your stay in San Simeon. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.

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William Randolph Hearst State Park

9.0/10 (237 reviews)

You can take time to visit William Randolph Hearst State Park during your travels to San Simeon. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Simeon Pier?

San Simeon Pier is located in a historic area of San Simeon known for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 33 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near San Simeon Pier?

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from San Simeon Pier. Other good options within 5 miles include Silver Surf Motel and San Simeon Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to San Simeon Pier?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from San Simeon Pier.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Simeon Pier, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near San Simeon Pier.

What can I see and do near San Simeon Pier?

You'll have countless hours of family fun at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, Sebastian General Store and Cambria State Marine Park. Hearst Ranch Winery, Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument or San Simeon State Park are some local sights worth checking out. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Hearst Castle and Elephant Seal Vista Point.

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Our top choices for San Simeon Pier hotels

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

2. Coast Riders Inn

3. Creekside Inn

4. Sand Pebbles Inn

5. The Rigdon House

6. Cambria Shores Inn

7. Sea Breeze Inn

8. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

9. Castle Inn

10. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

11. J Patrick Inn

12. Silver Surf Motel

13. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

14. Blue Dolphin Inn

15. Squibb Houses

16. El Colibri Hotel & Spa

17. Sea Otter Inn

18. Moonstone Landing

19. Little Sur Inn

20. Sands by The Sea

Compare popular hotels close to San Simeon Pier

Top San Simeon Pier Hotel Reviews

Sea Breeze Inn

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cambria Beach Lodge

San Simeon Lodge

Castle Inn

Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

Sands by The Sea

Oceanpoint Ranch

Other attractions near San Simeon Pier

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Hearst Ranch Winery

Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument

Hearst Castle

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Sebastian General Store

William Randolph Hearst State Park

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