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San Diego

910 beach hotels

Newport Beach

641 beach hotels

Los Angeles

427 beach hotels

South Lake Tahoe

388 beach hotels

Oceanside

336 beach hotels

Santa Barbara

164 beach hotels

Carlsbad

152 beach hotels

Long Beach

149 beach hotels

Avalon

145 beach hotels

Solana Beach

115 beach hotels

Santa Cruz

96 beach hotels

San Clemente

89 beach hotels

Ventura

83 beach hotels

Manhattan Beach

67 beach hotels

Tahoe City

67 beach hotels

Kings Beach

66 beach hotels

The best beach hotels in California

Check out our selection of great beach hotels in California

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Coast Riders Inn

Hotel in San Simeon

Located in San Simeon, a 6-minute walk from Arroyo del padre juan, Coast Riders Inn provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free private parking.

S
Steffen
From
Germany
Great place, great location, great service!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,333 reviews
Price from
$146
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Located in San Diego and with Ocean Beach reachable within a 3-minute walk, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

M
Martin
From
Bulgaria
The best place I’ve ever been to!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,726 reviews
Price from
$75.62
1 night, 2 adults

Moonstone Landing

Hotel in Cambria

Located just outside of Big Sur and 6.8 mi from Hearst Castle, Moonstone Landing is an oceanfront property that serves a continental breakfast. All guest rooms feature free WiFi.

K
Kathryn
From
Australia
Right on the beach and beautiful sunset, very quiet
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,156 reviews
Price from
$194
1 night, 2 adults

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room.

R
Rashmi
From
India
Location Organized Friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,163 reviews
Price from
$241.44
1 night, 2 adults

Marina Beach Hotel

Hotel in West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,219 reviews
Price from
$260.49
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

P
Pritika
From
Germany
It was amazing, we got some popcorns, the staff were friendly. they were helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,328 reviews
Price from
$199
1 night, 2 adults

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

Facing the beachfront, La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers 5-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and terrace.

J
John
From
United States
The hotel is amazing with an exceptional friendly staff. Parking is Valet and we were treated at registration desk with a glass of champagne. The room are beautifully decorated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
$499
1 night, 2 adults

The Charles Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove

The Charles Pacific Grove provides rooms in Pacific Grove near Lovers Point Beach and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Both free Wifi and private parking are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge.

S
Shelley
From
United Kingdom
The breakfast was excellent, varied and thoughtfully presented and prepared. The best we’ve had since travelling in the States, 8 hotels so far!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
$235.19
1 night, 2 adults

Windrush Inn - Cambria

Cambria

Windrush Inn - Cambria offers accommodations in Cambria, a 5-minute walk from Moonstone Beach. With sea views, this accommodation features a patio.

K
Karen
From
United States
Great location and beautiful, peaceful decor
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
$363
1 night, 2 adults

Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara

Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara provides accommodations within 0.9 miles of the center of Santa Barbara, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a...

E
Emilie
From
Philippines
The location was perfect! It was in the heart of downtown. Walking distance to the malls and restaurants. Also walking to the boardwalk and wharf. The bed was very comfortable and the amenities were complete.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
$329
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: $443.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
Quirky. View of the sea from the terrace. Good beach access. You can use the loungers and towels from the sister hotel on the beach. Very helpful staff.
Guest review bySarah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $666.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Great location right on the beach and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again.
Guest review byDonovan
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,359 reviews
-Perfect location if you wanna experience the beachfront -Rooms were spacious and clean -The cleaning ladies were so kind and caring -The hotel provides free beach items (ball, umbrella, towels, etc.) and BIKES!!!
Guest review byAsLiAs
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 923 reviews
The room is right on the beach and steps away from restaurants and recreation.
Guest review byLangley
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
super nice staff and lovely hotel right on the beach very clean and free access to drink
Guest review byTessa
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
The location is great, right on the beach. The hotel is very clean and the staff were also very nice. I would come here again. Breakfast was very good. The only thing I was missing at breakfast was pickles or sliced cheese but it may be that it is unusual in America. (ps. I am from Germany)
Guest review byDurmus Yasin
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $320.01
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,292 reviews
Awesome location right on the beach. Can watch sunset from spa and pool. Nightly fire pit seating to sit outside. Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies every day from 3pm. Could order dinner to be delivered to swimming pool location.
Guest review byClaire
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: $401.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,608 reviews
The location was great, right on the beach front and close to State st restaurants and shops. The pool and fitness room was great and we loved the free bikes. Very comfortable beds too.
Guest review byJane
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 860 reviews
Wonderful View - Right on the Ocean in front of one of the best Bay Area Surfing Beach
Guest review byDOMINIQUE
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $226.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 749 reviews
I like this hostel. It's not expensive and right on the beach. There was a good breakfast and coffee available.
Guest review bySdanik
Solo traveler