Title: Central Coast California Travel Guide: Best of Central Coast California, California Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central Coast California](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Coast-California-Hotels.d6055477.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Central Coast California](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Coast-California-Holiday-Rentals.d6055477.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Central Coast California](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Coast-California.d6055477.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central Coast California](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Coast-California.d6055477.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central Coast California Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Coast-California.d6055477.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Coast California Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Coast-California.d6055477.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Coast California Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Central Coast California](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26834-Pfeiffer-Big-Sur-State-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Yosemite Valley which includes mist or fog](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/71000/71716-Yosemite-Valley.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Coast California](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/193000/193816-17-Mile-Drive.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park showing mountains, landscape views and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/25000/25501-Pfeiffer-Big-Sur-State-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park featuring a sunset, landscape views and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26833-Pfeiffer-Big-Sur-State-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Coast California Where to stay Things to do #### The stretch of scenery between San Francisco and Santa Barbara is one of the most beautiful sections of California’s famously spectacular coastline. Drive down Highway 1, widely regarded to be one of the most beautiful roads in the world, and succumb to the intoxicating beauty of Central Coast California. This exhilarating corner of the Golden State might be sandwiched between the two world-famous cities of San Francisco and Los Angeles, but don’t pass it by on your way between the two. Stop in laid-back towns, watch wildlife in the ocean and revel in the spectacular coastal scenery. Visit a variety of welcoming towns that overlook the Pacific Ocean. Savour the seafood in Monterey, where you can also visit the vast Monterey Bay Aquarium and stroll around the Old Town Historic District. San Luis Obispo features botanical gardens and a mission from the 18th century, when Spanish colonists established settlements throughout the region. Spend days on the sandy beaches of Santa Barbara, a town known affectionately as the “American Riviera.” Soak up a Mediterranean-style atmosphere, sipping on delicious local wines after a day by the ocean. Bring your board here, as the breaks at Rincon Point, Sandspit and beyond provide great surfing opportunities. Outside of the towns, the central coast promises stunning, wild scenery. Big Sur is one of the most spectacular regions of the coast. Stand beneath the cascades of McWay Falls and seek out the peaceful seclusion of Pfeiffer Beach. In the south of the region, ride a boat to Channel Islands National Park, five islands of dramatic, untouched beauty. Central Coast California is a popular destination for watching marine wildlife. Take a boat trip from Monterey to watch humpback whales splashing around during their migration or meet sea otters at Moss Landing. Año Nuevo State Park is the home of a huge colony of elephant seals, as well as pelicans, coyotes and snakes. Fly into San Francisco or Los Angeles, then join Highway 1 to experience Central Coast California. Visit the mild and dry region between April and October for the best weather, although it rarely gets too cold here, even in winter. ### Where to stay in Central Coast California ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4ac1f02a3b45ea4c8ed3a9d6ead87c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Montecito 5/5(4 area reviews) The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Montecito.dx6055656) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Barbara Beach 4.5/5(67 area reviews) Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Santa-Barbara-Beach.dx553248633938970005) ![Santa Cruz which includes general coastal views and views as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59236-Santa-Cruz.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside Santa Cruz 4/5(31 area reviews) Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Westside-Santa-Cruz.dx553248633938969903) ![Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/25000/25442-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Monterey 4/5(31 area reviews) The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Downtown-Monterey.dx553248635939578117) ![Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35638-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Santa Barbara The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.dx6336854) ![Pismo Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/31000/31758-Pismo-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Pismo Beach 4/5(15 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Luis-Obispo-Downtown-Pismo-Beach.dx553248635976472691) - Top hotels in Central Coast California - Top Holiday Rentals in Central Coast California ![The Monterey Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/d1fdaaee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Monterey Hotel 407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA £107 1 Oct - 2 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,320 reviews) Great location, excellent value "I stayed for 6 nights and this spot met all my needs. Not a ton of amenities (but they did have a hot tub!) but it's so walkable right downtown on Alvarado street. Weekend nights were noisy, but overall it's a good value for the price and location. Street parking or public garage parking was easy ..." Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F10%2F2025&endDate=02%2F10%2F2025&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055477) ![SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1365400/1365352/w3000h1999x0y0-15b2e131_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel 2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA Stay at this 3.5-star 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,533 reviews) "This hotel is awesome! The views are great and so are the amenities. Love it!" Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=1365352&PinnedHotelID=1365352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055477) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=1365352&PinnedHotelID=1365352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055477) ![Carmel Bay View Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1808/6a559ab2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carmel Bay View Inn Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St, Carmel, CA Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,278 reviews) "A very nice place. Would go back" Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=1808&PinnedHotelID=1808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055477) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F09%2F2025&endDate=30%2F09%2F2025&selected=1808&PinnedHotelID=1808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055477) [See all 8,183 properties in Central Coast California](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F09%2F2025&endDate=17%2F09%2F2025®ionId=6055477) 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. ![Flying Flags Avila Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74300000/74299200/74299185/c095b35d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Flying Flags Avila Beach 6450 Babe Ln, Avila Beach, CA Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a gift shop. Popular attractions Avila Beach and Avila Hot Springs ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews) "The property is beautifully kept. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We stayed in a jute. We booked on Expedia and it said bath towels were included. This was an error, the staff quickly resolved the issue and brought us bath towels. Great relaxing place to stay. We will definitely be ..." Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avila-Beach-Hotels-Flying-Flags-Avila-Beach.h74299185.Hotel-Information) ![Channel Island Shores](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24600/24592/17e48e44_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Channel Island Shores 1311 Mandalay Beach Rd, Oxnard, CA Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Oxnard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (624 reviews) "What a great place to stay and enjoy the quiet area beautiful weather!" Reviewed on 1 Sep 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oxnard-Hotels-Channel-Island-Shores.h24592.Hotel-Information) ![Caravan Outpost](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14800000/14795500/14795481/9aea8934_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Caravan Outpost 317 Bryant St., Ojai, CA Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Soule Park Golf Course and Ojai Art Center are located nearby. 9.6/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews) "Place is great and quiet. We stayed in between the week, not over a weekend. Ojai is small so it’s walkable to some places. Easy parking on the outside was not hard to find. Would definitely stay again!" 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Bay-Aquarium-New-Monterey.d6063305.Attraction) ![Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d485689f45002b80012841138b6987c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk-Westside-Santa-Cruz.d6065915.Attraction) ![17-Mile Drive featuring rugged coastline and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/203000/203628-17-Mile-Drive.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 17-Mile Drive Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives. [](https://expedia.co.uk/17-Mile-Drive-Northwest-Carmel.d6153797.Attraction) ![Cannery Row which includes a beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/203000/203598-Cannery-Row.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cannery Row Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cannery-Row-New-Monterey.d6131067.Attraction) ![Hearst Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1b58ee32b42e3f8b40138c59b98a87d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hearst Castle 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hearst-Castle-San-Simeon.d6063433.Attraction) ![Carmel Beach featuring landscape views and a sandy beach as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26894-Carmel-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carmel Beach Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel-Beach-Golden-Rectangle.d6134971.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Picture 4 for Activity Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48573917/10332c5b-d734-4922-8d0e-99cd6cb856e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paso-robles-vineyard-rides-wine-adventure.a48573917.activity-details) ![Salem Puzzling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45939432/e398c685-ace8-40f2-8e22-c74fb807a6ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure £26 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-luis-obispo-puzzling-adventure.a45939432.activity-details) ![Paso Robles: The Luxe Wine Trail Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48364655/9ffb2309-7801-4e78-8853-488a48c3154e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paso Robles: The Luxe Wine Trail Excursion £140 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paso-robles-the-luxe-wine-trail-excursion.a48364655.activity-details) ![Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5256008/aba94f8c-95e7-4ca1-b707-f6a88dc70639.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1 £15 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/self-guided-audio-driving-tour-in-big-sur-pch-highway-1.a5256008.activity-details) ![San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47957656/62b6ea7f-8efb-4a74-bf8b-bcb20847c400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-luis-obispo-margarita-ranch-foraging-tour.a47957656.activity-details) ![San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47956634/d8e6c4c6-f4c1-4124-a237-54eb2572f7b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-luis-obispo-santa-lucia-guided-nature-tour.a47956634.activity-details) [See all activities in Central Coast California](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Coast-California.d6055477.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Central Coast California ![Bakersfield](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/16492cb898b79a4a239136a2690e6d5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bakersfield [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bakersfield.dx546) ![Oxnard](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/174000/174005-Ventura-Harbor.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oxnard [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oxnard.dx2725) ![Santa Maria](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51689-Santa-Barbara-Wine-Country.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Maria [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria.dx3224) ![Carmel showing a house and autumn leaves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26926-Carmel-By-The-Sea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carmel [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carmel.dx6026) - 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