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

A coastal hotel with a long balcony overlooking the beach and ocean.

A restaurant with booth seating, a view of the ocean, and a patio area with plants and a railing.

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

1. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

11.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point and offers a restaurant and fitness centre. Recent visitors highlight its prime location between Hearst Castle and Cambria.

AU$217

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

2. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

14.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point, set in a picturesque location with ocean views. It offers spacious rooms, a separate living area, and an on-site restaurant.

AU$286

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

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

3. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

11.9 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Enjoy ocean views, complimentary breakfast, and pet-friendly rooms. Nearby, explore Hearst Castle and local dining options.

AU$195

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A fire pit surrounded by red Adirondack chairs in an outdoor setting with string lights overhead.

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

A wooden sign with an arrow pointing left, labeled "PATH TO BEACH".

A sign for Oceanpoint Ranch with a sunset silhouette, a stone wall, and a building with a sloped roof.

4. Oceanpoint Ranch

15.3 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Guests enjoy whale watching and easy access to the charming shops and eateries of city centre Cambria.

AU$218

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A patio with a table and chairs overlooking the ocean.

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

A white building with a door, a window, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

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

5. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

15.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Guests enjoy ocean views from rooms with balconies or patios, plus easy access to nearby dining and Hearst Castle.

AU$278

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

6. Silver Surf Motel

11.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This motel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point, providing whale watching experiences. Nearby, guests can explore Hearst Castle and local dining options.

AU$87

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A person performing a yoga pose on a mat in a grassy area with a tree and ocean view.

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.

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

7. Sands by The Sea

11.6 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Guests enjoy the fitness centre and easy access to nearby restaurants and attractions like Hearst Castle.

AU$131

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with yellow sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with yellow sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the beach.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows with a view of the outdoors.

An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a swimming pool, parking area, and ocean views.

8. San Simeon Lodge

11.4 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel sits a short drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point and offers an on-site restaurant. Recent visitors highlight its proximity to Hearst Castle and the beach.

AU$126

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Sea Breeze Inn

11.9 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This motel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Guests enjoy beach access and stunning views, with local dining options just around the corner.

AU$101

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a road and trees.

10. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

12 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Guests can enjoy free breakfast and stunning views, with a variety of restaurants and bars nearby.

AU$215

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

11. Cambria Pines Lodge

19.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool after a day at the beach. Nearby dining options await your exploration.

AU$270

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a sofa set, a desk, a lamp, a television, and a fireplace.

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

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

12. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

11.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point and offers beach access and whale watching. Many restaurants and bars are conveniently nearby.

AU$135

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 sign for Sea Otter Inn with a garden in front.

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

13. Sea Otter Inn

15.9 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. With beach access and stunning ocean views, recent visitors highlight the nearby hiking trails and convenience to local dining.

AU$302

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a view of the street.

A modern living room with wooden furniture, a built-in kitchen, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A small room with a round table, two chairs, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted shelf with a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted light.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

49.3 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is situated in the wider area around Elephant Seal Vista Point, offering boat tours and pet-friendly accommodations. Guests often highlight its central location near diverse attractions and restaurants, as well as the Morro Bay Embarcadero.

AU$105

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 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.

A view through a window with a white railing, overlooking a street with a sign for 'Coast Riders' and a building with a balcony.

15. Coast Riders Inn

11.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point and delivers a separate living room, beach access, and whale watching. Guests appreciate the nearby dining options.

AU$160

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A round table with two white mugs and a magazine, positioned by a window with a view of the ocean and a tree.

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

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

16. Castle Inn

16 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a comfortable drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point, offering beach access and barbeque grills. Visitors often highlight the stunning ocean views right across the street.

AU$244

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A balcony with wicker furniture, a bottle of wine, and a glass on a table, overlooking the ocean.

A row of two-story houses with stone foundations and large windows, surrounded by a gravel driveway and various plants.

A building with a white exterior, large windows, and a tiled roof.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with ocean views.

17. FogCatcher Inn

16.2 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. Enjoy direct access to Moonstone Beach and the boardwalk, plus engaging boat tours nearby.

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

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.

A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs overlooking a coastal view.

18. Sand Pebbles Inn

16.5 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point, directly across from Moonstone Beach. Guests highlight the stunning ocean views and patio access. Dining options abound nearby.

AU$294

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers, overlooking a body of water.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and a view of the ocean.

A poolside area with a sun umbrella, lounge chairs, and rolled towels.

A buffet table with various food items and a window view.

19. Pelican Inn & Suites

16.4 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This hotel sits a short drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point, offering beach access and ocean views. Stroll to Cambria's Main Street for delightful shops and dining options.

AU$211

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A building with a mural of a blue whale and a sign that reads "Welcome to San Simeon."

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a large map, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a blue wall, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, a view of the road, and a sign for Big Sur Restaurant.

20. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

11.7 km from Elephant Seal Vista Point

This motel is a relaxed drive from Elephant Seal Vista Point. It offers free breakfast, scenic views, and private balconies or patios. Dining options are nearby.

AU$120

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 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 1,384 reviews	View
Sea Breeze Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Ragged Point Inn and Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Coast Riders Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort	9.0 Wonderful 2,183 reviews	View

Top Elephant Seal Vista Point Hotel Reviews

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were very clean and organized! The coffee was amazing, along with fruit and tasty baked bread. We will be back soon!"

Pelican Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in the family suite, which was like a small apartment. Just fabulous, and it would be great for a home base while visiting the area."

Sea Breeze Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean easy parking helpful staff close to restaurants very close to Hearst Castle.. 3 miles. Safequiet. Easy access to beach views9"

Sand Pebbles Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place right on the ocean. We had an ocean front room with a balcony. Bed was comfy and the Moonstone Boardwalk was across the street which was wonderful to walk."

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly desk manager. They had cookies & cocoa available in the evening."

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay. The room was nice and clean and had a coffee pot, which is important to me. The only drawback is you have to carry your luggage upstairs. They do not have an elevator other than that we enjoyed our stay."

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay"

White Water

10/10 Excellent

"The General Manager - Bruce - was great. Other staff were very friendly and helpful. Property is well positioned for ocean views. Patio and fire pit area is awesome."

San Simeon Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. I was pleased with the room."

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.

Top Hotels Near Elephant Seal Vista Point in San Simeon from AU$88

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Our top choices for Elephant Seal Vista Point hotels

1. Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

2. Ragged Point Inn and Resort

3. The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

4. Oceanpoint Ranch

5. Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

6. Silver Surf Motel

7. Sands by The Sea

8. San Simeon Lodge

9. Sea Breeze Inn

10. Hampton Inn San Simeon Cambria

11. Cambria Pines Lodge

12. Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

13. Sea Otter Inn

14. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

15. Coast Riders Inn

16. Castle Inn

17. FogCatcher Inn

18. Sand Pebbles Inn

19. Pelican Inn & Suites

20. Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Compare popular hotels close to Elephant Seal Vista Point

Top Elephant Seal Vista Point Hotel Reviews

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Pelican Inn & Suites

Sea Breeze Inn

Sand Pebbles Inn

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

White Water

San Simeon Lodge

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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