Central Coast California Beach Holidays

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Find your perfect Central Coast California beach holiday

How can I book the best beach holidays in Central Coast California?

Sometimes all you want is to kick back with the sun on your face and your toes in the sand. Plus-size the blissful on your Central Coast California beach holiday by checking out the best bays and using our neighbourhood filter to find accommodation nearby – or even with serene sea views. Use the reviews and our guest-rating filter to find the loveliest options.

Can I book cheap beach holidays in Central Coast California?

For a budget beach break, consider staying a little further away from the sea, or choose self-catering rather than a hotel. You can use our amenities filter and map view to find the best cheap deals for you. Sunbathe for less with our affordable Central Coast California beach holidays, which start from . Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

When can I go on a quiet beach holiday in Central Coast California?

Enjoy out-of-season seclusion on a beach holiday to Central Coast California during the quieter months. With fewer crowds competing for accommodation, you could bag a great deal, too.

Why should I book family holidays in Central Coast California with beach access?

If you have kids, beach holidays are more buckets and spades, lilos and sun cream than they are spa, cocktails and long reads – unless you book a holiday with beach access. It’s a family win. Even better, once the kids are in bed, you can sit on your bedroom balcony, listen to the waves and share a local tipple and stay in earshot of your sleeping beauties.

How can I find a Central Coast California beachfront holiday?

For the ultimate beach holiday, use our beachfront and sea view filters to whittle down your search results to find the perfect property, right on the water.

How can I book last-minute Central Coast California beach holidays?

Add a little spontaneity to your beach holiday by looking for a last-minute deal in Central Coast California. If you have set dates, pop them into the search and see what heaven awaits in just a few days.

Can I find Central Coast California beach holidays which are all inclusive?

A beach holiday to Central Coast California is one of the best occasions to treat yourself to an all-inclusive holiday package. Savour every sip of cocktail, every moment of sunshine, every blissful meal you didn’t have to cook yourself. And all included in the price. Just use our all-inclusive filter to see what’s available.

Can I book a Central Coast California beach trip with free cancellation and/or flexible dates?

Even if plans change, you don’t have to lose out. Use our filters to find accommodation with free cancellation, or even filter for buy now, pay later options. Once you’ve booked, log into your account to see all the details.

Why should I book a Central Coast California beach holiday with Expedia?

Our huge range of accommodation and flights mean you’ll find the best beach holidays in Central Coast California on Expedia in just a few clicks. It’s as easy as falling asleep to the sounds of the sea.

Top Beach Central Coast California Hotels

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA
  • 1 hour drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a beach locale and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (737 reviews)

Travellers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travellers say...
"Want to start off with check-in when we were presented a $250.00 deposit for any damages. When we were presented with the list of amenities we were stunned that you were to be charged an almost $60 DAILY parking fee and the refillable water bottles in the room were a $9 charge each. We were given ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
22 Castillo St. Santa Barbara CA
  • 4 hours drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Love the service. Always friendly staff. Super close to the beach."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Castillo Inn at the Beach
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
  • 4 hours drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,872 reviews)

Travellers like: on the beach, beach yoga, kids' pool

Travellers say...
"Breakfast could have been better but standard for hotels that offer free breakfast. Pismo is beautiful and you get direct access to the beach from this hotel."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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