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

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

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.

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

11.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Anthony

RM345

RM388 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 sign for Sea Breeze Inn with a clear view of the surrounding area including a road, stop signs, and a grassy landscape.

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

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

2. Sea Breeze Inn

11.9 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Brandon

RM250

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 waiting area with a motorcycle, a bench, and posters on the wall.

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.

3. Coast Riders Inn

11.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Brianna

RM485

RM546 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a stone pathway.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a dining area, and a large window.

A living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk with chairs, and a door.

4. Bluebird Inn

19.1 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Toni

RM294

RM424 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A motel with a covered walkway, multiple rooms with blue doors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

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

5. Creekside Inn

19.4 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Yamina

RM400

RM450 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a coastal view.

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

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

6. Sand Pebbles Inn

16.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Brenda

RM751

RM845 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 patio area with outdoor seating and a central fire pit.

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

7. The Rigdon House

19.4 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Rachel

RM312

RM351 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

A hotel reception desk with a wooden finish, a digital display, and framed artwork on the wall.

8. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

12 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Katelyn

RM549

RM619 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Silver Surf Motel

11.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Raul

RM225

RM253 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

10. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

11.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Xiao

RM552

RM622 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

11. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

11.9 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Mark

RM529

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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 spacious living room with wooden floors, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

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

12. Squibb Houses

19.4 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Rex

RM461

RM597 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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.

13. Castle Inn

16 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

FRANK PAUL

RM624

RM702 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 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.

14. Sands by The Sea

11.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Elizabeth

RM333

RM375 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 restaurant with outdoor seating, surrounded by a garden with white flowers and a mountainous backdrop.

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

15. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

14.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

John P

RM731

RM822 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

16. Blue Dolphin Inn

16.2 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Pat

RM751

RM845 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bar area with wooden stools, a view of the ocean, and hanging lights.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wicker pendant lights, and patterned sofas.

A window with a view of the beach and ocean, a chessboard, a book titled "The Chopper," and a rolled-up towel on a wooden ledge.

A dining area with a glass table and white chairs, a lamp, and a view of the beach.

17. Cambria Beach Lodge

16.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Maria Isabel

RM547

RM672 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

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

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

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

16.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Sabir

RM702

RM791 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio with a table and chairs overlooking the ocean.

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sofa, a desk, and a fireplace.

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

19. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

15.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Max

RM741

RM835 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

An outdoor patio with stone seating, a fire pit, and decorative plants.

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

20. Cambria Pines Lodge

19.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

Marcus

RM690

RM776 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Elephant Seal Vista Point

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle	9.2 Wonderful 1,383 reviews	View
Sea Breeze Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Bluebird Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Creekside Inn	9.2 Wonderful 878 reviews	View

Top Elephant Seal Vista Point Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place to stay, somewhere that was so fresh and clean. So many lower cost American hotels/motels are tired and scruffy."

Sands by The Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice staff and the room was quiet."

Coast Riders Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We booked this reservation just a couple of days ahead of getting there and the place couldn’t be a more welcoming and pleasant place to stay. Buddy, the owner, really went out of his way to make us feel welcome. The room was clean, bed and pillows very comfortable, and the restroom/shower area, super clean and well kept. Although we didn’t get to use it, they have an indoor pool with a homey atmosphere, including tables and chairs, and a TV in the dining area. It is a motel reminiscent of the 50s and 60s with it’s decor. Like stepping into a movie with James Dean. Just across the highway/street, access to beachfront space where you can find rocks and driftwood and calming sounds of the ocean as the waves lap onto the shore. Also don’t miss the night sky full of stars! We will definitely be returning here in the near future and next time for more than one night."

White Water

10/10 Excellent

"This is my favorite hotel by far. It’s such a unique experience, more like a B&B than a hotel. The property is gorgeous and so are the rooms. They’re huge and so unique with little nooks and cool layouts. I’ve stayed a few times now and the hotel manager Bryce is always so sweet and helpful. Great cocktails at the bar and my kids loved the nightly s’mores."

Oceanpoint Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"A really home type feel to it, clean with incredible staff."

Sand Pebbles Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I can’t think of any negatives to Sand Pebbles Inn. The staff was great, the view was amazing, the room was fantastic and the town of Cambria is a gem. What a fantastic stay!"

Other attractions near Elephant Seal Vista Point

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse, a dirt path, and a small white building.

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

8.4/10 (414 reviews)

Go on a tour of this 19th-century lighthouse and explore an interpretive trail showcasing the surrounding scenery, historic buildings and wildlife.

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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 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 beach with a signboard about Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.

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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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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National Geographic Theater

Enjoy a show at National Geographic Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in San Simeon. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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Jade Cove

8.6/10 (119 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jade Cove during your travels in San Simeon. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elephant Seal Vista Point?

Elephant Seal Vista Point is located in a historic area of San Simeon known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. San Simeon is home to 38 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

Where is the best place to stay close to Elephant Seal Vista Point?

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. You'll find it 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Other good options around the area include Silver Surf Motel and San Simeon Lodge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elephant Seal Vista Point, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Elephant Seal Vista Point.

What can I see and do near Elephant Seal Vista Point?

Create some family memories at Sebastian General Store and Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay. Explore nature at William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach and Jade Cove. You might plan a visit to Hearst Ranch Winery or William Randolph Hearst State Park while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Elephant Seal Vista Point hotels

1. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

2. Sea Breeze Inn

3. Coast Riders Inn

4. Bluebird Inn

5. Creekside Inn

6. Sand Pebbles Inn

7. The Rigdon House

8. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

9. Silver Surf Motel

10. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

11. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

12. Squibb Houses

13. Castle Inn

14. Sands by The Sea

15. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

16. Blue Dolphin Inn

17. Cambria Beach Lodge

18. Moonstone Landing

19. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

20. Cambria Pines Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Elephant Seal Vista Point

Top Elephant Seal Vista Point Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

Sands by The Sea

Coast Riders Inn

White Water

Oceanpoint Ranch

Sand Pebbles Inn

Other attractions near Elephant Seal Vista Point

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

Hearst Ranch Winery

San Simeon Pier

William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach

Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

Sebastian General Store

National Geographic Theater

Jade Cove

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