Castle Inn in Cambria, California

Castle Inn sits directly across from Moonstone Beach and the Moonstone Boardwalk, where tide pools are reachable from the shore. Hearst Castle is a 15-minute drive away, and Hearst San Simeon State Park is less than 5 minutes from the hotel, while Paso Robles Wineries is a 35-minute drive. Leffingwell Landing Park lies close by, and the Moonstone Beach Grill is within walking distance along the boardwalk.

Castle Inn offers newly renovated, spacious guest rooms, and select rooms include full or partial ocean views. Each room is styled with white linens and bright blue accents, and includes a flat screen TV and an en suite bathroom. Rooms with ocean views face the Pacific, and every guest room has a laptop-friendly workspace.

The heated outdoor pool overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is open all year, with sun loungers, umbrellas, and pool towels provided. A hot tub sits beside the pool, and the front lawn has iconic red Adirondack chairs and a firepit for ocean-view relaxation. The property also offers a picnic area with BBQ facilities, an outdoor fireplace, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Children under 16 stay free at Castle Inn, and the shallow end of the heated pool accommodates younger swimmers. Small dogs are welcome, with pet beds and food bowls provided in rooms, and guests can walk their pets on the Moonstone Boardwalk across the street. A complimentary breakfast is served each morning, and the breakfast room has a self-serve pancake machine.

Location: Directly across from Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Boardwalk

Rooms: Newly renovated rooms with full or partial ocean views

Amenities: Heated pool, hot tub, and iconic red Adirondack chairs

Family: Children under 16 stay free

Pets: Pet beds and food bowls for small dogs

Breakfast: Complimentary breakfast with self-serve pancake machine