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Our top choices for Central Coast California family-friendly hotels

A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.
A courtyard with a stone fountain, palm trees, and a building with ivy-covered arches.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs and floral centerpieces.

1. Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria
  • Adventure awaits at this family-friendly retreat with outdoor pool and kid-friendly activities in Santa Maria.
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A modern cafe with a central serving table, a kitchen area, and a wall with food-related decor.
A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a bed, a desk, a shower, and a toilet.
A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a welcoming entrance.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, a toilet, and a glass shower enclosure.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
Santa Maria
  • Energetic indoor pool, comfortable rooms, and complimentary breakfast create an ideal retreat for family adventures in Santa Maria.
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A spacious living area with a grand piano, a chandelier, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on the nightstand.
A restaurant with long wooden tables and booths, hanging plants, and a decorative ceiling.

3. Best Western Plus Big America

Best Western Plus Big America
Santa Maria
  • Dive into family-friendly bliss with an outdoor pool, spa pool, and free breakfast just steps from entertainment options.
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Big America
A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by wicker chairs, under a covered patio with string lights.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining table, and two televisions mounted on the walls.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a coffee station, and a seating area with leather sofas.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two framed pictures on the wall, a window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

4. Pea Soup Andersen's Inn

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
Buellton
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
A well-lit outdoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a building with a flat roof.
A spacious restaurant with wooden ceiling beams, multiple dining areas, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.
A silver recreational vehicle with a patio area featuring outdoor furniture and planters.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a shower, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

5. Village Inn

Village Inn
Lompoc
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Village Inn
A woman roasting marshmallows over a fire pit with a child nearby.
A bar with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a chandelier. There are two blue chairs and a small table in the center.
A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple bar stools, and a unique antler chandelier.
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a windmill, and a building with a tiled roof.

6. Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn
Buellton
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sideways Inn
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.
A balcony with two chairs, a table, a bottle of champagne, and glasses. The view includes a body of water and a distant coastline.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with two white chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal view with a clear sky, a palm tree, and a distant shoreline.

7. Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
Pismo Beach
AU$370
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Inn at the Cove
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight bench.

8. Holiday Inn Express Lompoc by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Lompoc by IHG
Lompoc
  • Family fun awaits with direct beach access—outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast, and comfortable rooms for all ages.
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Lompoc by IHG
An outdoor patio with a round table and seating, a fire pit, and a covered area with string lights.
A building with a covered entrance, a window with a sign, and a clear view of the interior.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and wooden cabinetry.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Arroyo Grande
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
A well-maintained golf course with a putting green, surrounded by traditional European-style buildings with brick facades and pitched roofs.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden dresser.
A building with a clock tower, a parking lot, and a row of houses with red roofs.

10. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
Downtown Solvang
  • A magical family playground near Hans Christian Andersen Park with outdoor fun, mini golf, and specially designed kid-friendly spaces.
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Royal Copenhagen Inn
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Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Central Coast California

A modern cafe with a central serving table, a kitchen area, and a wall with food-related decor.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a pink office chair, a flat-screen TV, and a small desk. There is a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.
A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a welcoming entrance.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
Santa Maria
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
A modern hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A reception area with wooden reception desks, a large decorative wall piece, and a seating area with a round table.
A lobby with a stone wall, a large painting, a beige sofa, and a wooden chair.
A rectangular indoor pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunlit area with large windows.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria
Santa Maria
AU$180
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a landscaped garden, and a hilly backdrop.
A residential area with multiple houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a road.

Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
Pismo Beach
AU$370
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Inn at the Cove
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight bench.

Holiday Inn Express Lompoc by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Lompoc by IHG
Lompoc
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Lompoc by IHG
A restaurant with long wooden tables and booths, hanging plants, and a decorative ceiling.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious living area with a grand piano, a chandelier, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Best Western Plus Big America

Best Western Plus Big America
Santa Maria
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Big America
An outdoor patio with a round table and seating, a fire pit, and a covered area with string lights.
A building with a covered entrance, a window with a sign, and a clear view of the interior.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and wooden cabinetry.

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Arroyo Grande
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a seating section with a green cushioned bench.
A hotel with a central courtyard, flagpole, and multiple buildings with red roofs.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of a building with a flag, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles
Estrella District
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles
A building with a clock tower, multiple windows, and a red-tiled roof.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a glass coffee table, and a staircase with a decorative railing.
A building with a clock tower, a parking lot, and a row of houses with red roofs.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden dresser.

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
Downtown Solvang
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Royal Copenhagen Inn
A row of traditional half-timbered cottages with string lights, a sign for Solvang Inn & Cottages, and a paved walkway.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining table with chairs.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, a wooden chair, and a painting on the wall.

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
Downtown Solvang
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Solvang Inn and Cottages
A traditional building with a covered entrance, American and Danish flags, and a sign for "The King Frederik's".
A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and sink, a small dining area with a bench, and a bedroom with a bed and a wardrobe.
A spacious bar area with high ceilings and pendant lighting, a central bar counter, and seating arrangements.
A sign for CHAMP Burgers, Fries, and Shakes.

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
Downtown Solvang
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
King Frederik Inn
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Central Coast California

A modern cafe with a central serving table, a kitchen area, and a wall with food-related decor.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a pink office chair, a flat-screen TV, and a small desk. There is a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.
A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a welcoming entrance.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
Santa Maria
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.
A courtyard with a stone fountain, palm trees, and a building with ivy-covered arches.
A bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple stools, and a brick wall backdrop.

Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A building with a clock tower, multiple windows, and a red-tiled roof.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a glass coffee table, and a staircase with a decorative railing.
A building with a clock tower, a parking lot, and a row of houses with red roofs.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden dresser.

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
Downtown Solvang
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Royal Copenhagen Inn
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a landscaped garden, and a hilly backdrop.
A residential area with multiple houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a road.

Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
Pismo Beach
AU$370
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Inn at the Cove
A circular outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by wicker chairs, under a covered patio with string lights.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining table, and two televisions mounted on the walls.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a coffee station, and a seating area with leather sofas.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two framed pictures on the wall, a window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
Buellton
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
A bar with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a chandelier. There are two blue chairs and a small table in the center.
A cozy lounge area with a sofa, a potted orchid, and a wooden coffee table.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, a sign indicating it serves cocktails, beer, and wine, and a decorative shield emblem.
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a windmill, and a building with a tiled roof.

Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn
Buellton
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sideways Inn
A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, a fire pit, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and lights.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
855634304
AU$191
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A row of traditional half-timbered cottages with string lights, a sign for Solvang Inn & Cottages, and a paved walkway.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining table with chairs.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, a wooden chair, and a painting on the wall.

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
Downtown Solvang
AU$171
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Solvang Inn and Cottages
An outdoor patio with a round table and seating, a fire pit, and a covered area with string lights.
A building with a covered entrance, a window with a sign, and a clear view of the interior.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and wooden cabinetry.

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Arroyo Grande
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
A traditional Tudor-style building with a conical roof, a sign reading "VINLAND," and a garden with various flowers in the foreground.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.
Two lounge chairs with a wooden frame and a dark cushion, positioned under a black umbrella.
A hotel room with two beds, a large wall mural, and a nightstand with lamps.

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Downtown Solvang
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
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Find out more about Central Coast California

Family friendly things to do in Central Coast California

Central Coast California is a paradise for families seeking adventure and relaxation. Start your journey in Santa Barbara, where the Santa Barbara Zoo offers a close-up view of over 500 animals, and children can enjoy the hands-on discovery centre. Just a short drive away, the picturesque beaches of Pismo Beach invite families to build sandcastles and explore tide pools, while the nearby Monarch Butterfly Grove showcases thousands of monarchs fluttering in the winter months, making for a magical sight. Visit the charming town of Solvang, a Danish-inspired village filled with bakeries and shops, where kids can indulge in delicious pastries and enjoy the whimsical architecture. For those who enjoy the great outdoors, the hiking trails at Montana de Oro State Park offer stunning ocean views and a chance to spot local wildlife. Families looking for a comfortable stay can focus on the coastal towns of Avila Beach or San Luis Obispo, where hotels often provide family-friendly amenities, such as spacious rooms, pools, and nearby attractions, ensuring a memorable experience without the hassle.

Top Central Coast California Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean"
Jasmin 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

8/10 Good
"All good. 👍 clean Nice location in town. Wine social hour kinda nice. Appreciate the little gym. Towels could be nicer. Breakfast was decent."
Jaime 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Wine Valley Inn
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff. Any needs addressed promptly."
heidi 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing to complain about."
terri 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Cottage Inn By The Sea
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Has a machine that plays thunderstorms"
Kimbel 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
King Frederik Inn
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great service clean hotel with great amenities"
Marcell 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

8/10 Good
"Service was slow but otherwise it was a good relaxing stay."
Moti 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Ojai Valley Inn
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Fun place to stay for a night or two"
Logan 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Spyglass Inn

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