The Best Hotels Closest to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach in San Simeon - 2026 Updated Prices

A wooden pier extending into the ocean with a clear blue sky above.

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

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.

1. Coast Riders Inn

5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Marx

Rp2.126.401

Rp2.396.347 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 rustic wooden building with a large entrance and a visible address number.

A wooden interior with a bed, a bench, a sink, and a mirror.

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

2. Squibb Houses

13 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Rex

Rp1.947.293

Rp2.517.506 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

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

3. Sand Pebbles Inn

10.3 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Brenda

Rp3.293.416

Rp3.705.093 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

4. Creekside Inn

13 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Yamina

Rp1.754.281

Rp1.973.544 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall, a pool ladder, and two lounge chairs.

5. Silver Surf Motel

5.1 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Raul

Rp1.055.828

Rp1.187.807 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

6. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

5.2 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

John

Rp1.683.401

Rp1.893.714 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A spacious indoor area with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

7. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Xiao

Rp2.706.329

Rp3.049.898 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the beach.

8. Sea Breeze Inn

5.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Brandon

Rp1.127.637

Rp1.268.681 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

A sign for Castle Inn with a view of the ocean.

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

9. Castle Inn

9.8 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

FRANK PAUL

Rp2.895.163

Rp3.257.260 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 sunset over the ocean with a bench in the foreground.

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

A dining area with a view of the ocean, wooden chairs, a round table, and a bench.

10. Little Sur Inn

10.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Terry

Rp3.382.911

Rp3.812.487 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden floor, and a view of the street.

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

A coastal property with multiple buildings, parking areas, and a view of the ocean.

11. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

5.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Katelyn

Rp2.700.601

Rp3.043.442 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A garden area with a bench, a sign for Sea Otter Inn, and a road in the background.

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

12. Sea Otter Inn

9.7 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Staci

Rp3.382.911

Rp3.805.864 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

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

13. Blue Dolphin Inn

10 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Pat

Rp3.296.360

Rp3.708.404 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with large windows, a round woven rug, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a round sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A room with a curved white table, a woven chair, a blue sofa with cushions, and large windows overlooking the ocean.

A modern building with a dark exterior, a wooden deck, and a metal railing.

14. White Water

9.5 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Sravya

Rp4.819.135

Rp5.774.143 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A blue house with a porch, white picket fence, and yellow flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with fruit and wine, a stove, and a view of greenery through the windows.

A garden with a white picket fence, a brick pathway, and a pergola structure.

A wooden cutting board with vegetables, crackers, and a bowl of dip on a kitchen counter.

15. Olallieberry Inn B&B

13 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Gary

Rp5.835.432

Rp6.564.816 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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

16. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

5.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

BASHAR

Rp2.722.438

Rp3.068.068 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A garden with a wooden gate, a cactus, and a wooden structure with a door.

A stone fireplace with American flags, a chandelier, and a mural of a landscape.

A two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and flags.

A rustic interior with wooden floors, stone walls, a fireplace, and a mural.

17. Cambria Pines Lodge

13.4 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Marcus

Rp3.024.931

Rp3.403.047 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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.

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

A spa pool area with a stone wall, a glass enclosure, and a sign indicating no glass.

18. Moonstone Landing

10.3 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Sabir

Rp3.078.628

Rp3.469.542 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A group of people around a fire pit by the ocean at sunset.

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.

19. Sands by The Sea

5.1 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Elizabeth

Rp1.460.855

Rp1.646.311 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a central fire feature surrounded by tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern two-story house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

A room with a view of a tree and a body of water through large windows.

A rocky coastal landscape with waves crashing against the shore, a clear sky, and a distant view of the ocean.

20. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

20 km from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Chuck

Rp3.203.921

Rp3.604.501 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Squibb Houses	9.6 Exceptional 326 reviews	View
Sand Pebbles Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,163 reviews	View
Creekside Inn	9.2 Wonderful 867 reviews	View
Silver Surf Motel	8.2 Very good 1,595 reviews	View

Top William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach Hotel Reviews

Silver Surf Motel

8/10 Good

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Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Loved watching the sunset in the evening."

Pelican Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"This is a great place to stay if you’re visiting Cambria! Moonstone Beach is literally across the street. The rooms were clean, beds were comfy, and staff were friendly. The only issue during my stay was that it was very warm weather and the room didn’t have AC. I think all hotels in this area need AC for the warmer months, especially with the weather getting hotter each year!"

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"This is my go to place to stay in San Simeon. It's affordable and the rooms are decent. The best things I like besides the affordability are the friendly staff (Edward and Maria), the pool and jacuzzi with the fire pit next to it, the continental breakfast and there is a nice beach front across Highway 1 right out front if you walk to the west end of the street. I've stayed here multiple times and Edward provides great customer service. This time I also was assisted by Maria, and she too was amazing. It's not a high end place like places along Moonstone Beach in Cambria, but it's affordable and comfortable with great service and amenities."

Castle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We booked our first stay at Castle Inn for the summer for one night with our family & simply loved it, so we recently booked a 2 night stay for my husband and I for our 12 year Anniversary. We especially loved having a beach front view and access to walk across the street for an even better view of the beach. The surrounding area is very peaceful and safe. The staff was very attentive. Especially Jeff. We hope to continue making memories here with our family."

Oceanpoint Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful opportunity to detach from city life!"

Coast Riders Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for a stopover up the coast. Jane at the front desk was super friendly and very helpful. The room was big and perfect for our stay. Bed was very comfortable and HUGE. We loved the red retro fridge and microwave. A little noisy with motorcycles and next door neighbors but otherwise a great stay. Pool looked nice. Breakfast offerings were ok. We walked to a nice beachfront restaurant and the nearby beach was great for sunset! Overall, I would recommend to friends!"

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, comfortable room and bed. Views are marvelous. Staff was very helpful."

Sands by The Sea

10/10 Excellent

"A charming little hotel nestled right on the beach. I especially loved the nightly campfires, which created a cozy atmosphere where guests could sit by the fire and enjoy the beach in the evenings. Unfortunately, the hotel is quite dated and could benefit from better maintenance and some upgrades, especially considering the price. Service was inconsistent, with some staff being friendly and professional while others seemed inexperienced or unhelpful. Room service was technically available but practically nonexistent, as calls often went unanswered or requests were met with confusion. The hotel feels more like a family-run business than a professionally managed resort. While this gives it a certain charm, there is room for improvement in staff training, professionalism, and overall service. Although the hotel is dog-friendly, the restaurant is not, and there is only one outdoor table available beside it, making dining with a dog somewhat inconvenient. Overall, I enjoyed the location and unique atmosphere, particularly the nightly beach campfires. However, with better maintenance, upgraded facilities, and more consistent service, the hotel could offer a much better experience for the price."

Other attractions near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

A wooden pier with white railings extending into a calm sea.

San Simeon Pier

9.0/10 (920 reviews)

Drop a fishing line to hook walleye perch and rubberlip or spend some time enjoying the views from this long timber pier that juts out from a protected cove.

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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 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 William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach is located in San Simeon. This historic area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. You'll find 33 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

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 William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Silver Surf Motel and San Simeon Lodge.

How many hotels will I find near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach.

What can I see and do near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach?

Create some family memories at Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay, Sebastian General Store and Cambria State Marine Park while you're exploring the area around William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. Hearst Ranch Winery, Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument and William Randolph Hearst State Park are worth a stop while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Hearst Castle and Elephant Seal Vista Point.

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Our top choices for William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach hotels

1. Coast Riders Inn

2. Squibb Houses

3. Sand Pebbles Inn

4. Creekside Inn

5. Silver Surf Motel

6. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

7. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

8. Sea Breeze Inn

9. Castle Inn

10. Little Sur Inn

11. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

12. Sea Otter Inn

13. Blue Dolphin Inn

14. White Water

15. Olallieberry Inn B&B

16. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

17. Cambria Pines Lodge

18. Moonstone Landing

19. Sands by The Sea

20. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

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Top William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach Hotel Reviews

Silver Surf Motel

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Pelican Inn & Suites

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Castle Inn

Oceanpoint Ranch

Coast Riders Inn

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Sands by The Sea

Other attractions near William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

San Simeon Pier

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Hearst Ranch Winery

Hearst Castle

Elephant Seal Vista Point

Sebastian General Store

William Randolph Hearst State Park

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