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Our top choices for Central Coast California motels

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

1. Villa Motel

Villa Motel
2.0 star property
Santa Maria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (407 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Luis
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Villa Motel
A building with a sign reading "ALOHA" surrounded by palm trees and a landscaped area with a water feature.

2. Aloha Inn

Aloha Inn
2.0 star property
Arroyo Grande
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,016 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable"
United States
April
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Aloha Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Grover Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (624 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Pacific Inn
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.

4. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,820 reviews)
"Great for a family get away . Nice pool and jacuzzi , loved the fireplace access by the water and nearby restaurants."
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Spyglass Inn
A traditional building with a covered entrance, American and Danish flags, and a sign for "The King Frederik's".

5. King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,103 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a weekend trip!"
United States
Natasha De La
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
King Frederik Inn
A hotel reception area with a digital screen displaying weather information, a sign indicating a morning charge for no charge, and a counter with a sign advertising the hotel.

6. Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area

Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
2.0 star property
Buellton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,199 reviews)
"Best service and amazing stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
A building with a clock tower, multiple windows, and a red-tiled roof.

7. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,022 reviews)
"Everything about our stay was outstanding, and looking forward to getting back to this location again."
United States
Stephen
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Royal Copenhagen Inn
A row of traditional half-timbered cottages with string lights, a sign for Solvang Inn & Cottages, and a paved walkway.

8. Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,038 reviews)
"The room was so clean and comfortable. We had a great stay. Loved the proximity to everything."
United States
Rebecca
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Solvang Inn and Cottages
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.

9. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,089 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
David
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

10. The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (297 reviews)
"Room had a great view and clean"
United States
Mel
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
A stone fire pit with three people seated around it, under a covered area with string lights.

11. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"A very nice place to stay."
United States
John
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Ocean Palms Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

12. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,623 reviews)
"Great place to stay, and a nice pool!"
United States
Heather
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

13. Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Absolutely adorable, classic motel."
United States
Mary
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Sea Breeze Inn
A hotel with a sign reading "Inn at Highway 1," surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Inn at Highway 1

Inn at Highway 1
2.5 star property
Lompoc
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,021 reviews)
"The Inn at Hwy 1 is a great place: clean, well maintained, and the employees are very friendly and supportive. I highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Glenn
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Inn at Highway 1
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and birds flying.

15. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,189 reviews)
"It was a beautiful room and excellent location."
Canada
Teresa
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Castle Inn
A sidewalk lined with palm trees and a street in the background.

16. O'cairns Inn & Suites

O'cairns Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Lompoc
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"This property is always a great place to stay. Employees are helpful and knowledgeable."
United States
George
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
O'cairns Inn & Suites
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

17. Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,035 reviews)
"Nice place to stay I will be staying there again. Staff staff was excellent."
United States
George
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

18. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family will stay again"
United States
Luis
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

19. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,193 reviews)
"Plenty of parking and easy access to the rooms and easy to get to the freeway"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
A modern living room with yellow sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

20. San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at San Simeon Lodge. The facility was clean and enjoyed that it was across the street from the beach."
United States
Karina
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
San Simeon Lodge
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Central Coast California Motels information

Number of reviews
10,111
Accommodation
182 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$95
Highest Price
AU$289

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