Best Family Friendly Hotels in San Simeon
Coast Riders Inn
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
The 3-star Coast Riders Inn San Simeon gives quick access to San Simeon State Beach, situated only a 5-minute walk away. Located about 700 metres from the Friends of the Elephant Seal Gift Shop, this San Simeon hotel features an indoor swimming pool for guests to relax in.
At San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill, situated only steps away from the Coast Riders Inn, you can taste American cuisine.
Coast Riders Inn
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Coast Riders Inn
The 3-star Coast Riders Inn San Simeon gives quick access to San Simeon State Beach, situated only a 5-minute walk away. Located about 700 metres from the Friends of the Elephant Seal Gift Shop, this San Simeon hotel features an indoor swimming pool for guests to relax in.
At San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill, situated only steps away from the Coast Riders Inn, you can taste American cuisine.
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Great deal
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Beach access
San Simeon Lodge
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Offering a location a 5-minute walk from Pico Creek Bridge, San Simeon Lodge hotel offers 62 rooms. This motel also includes a charging station for electric vehicles.
The restaurant San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill is situated just near San Simeon Lodge hotel.
San Simeon Lodge
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
San Simeon Lodge
Offering a location a 5-minute walk from Pico Creek Bridge, San Simeon Lodge hotel offers 62 rooms. This motel also includes a charging station for electric vehicles.
The restaurant San Simeon Beach Bar & Grill is situated just near San Simeon Lodge hotel.
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
Boasting a swimming pool complete with loungers, the 3-star The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle Hotel is just a 5-minute stroll from the Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay. Located within easy reach of the Jade Cove, this San Simeon hotel features a first aid kit.
The nearby dining opportunities include Sunset Grill, which is in close proximity to the Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle.
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heated swimming pool
- Family rooms
The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle
Boasting a swimming pool complete with loungers, the 3-star The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle Hotel is just a 5-minute stroll from the Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay. Located within easy reach of the Jade Cove, this San Simeon hotel features a first aid kit.
The nearby dining opportunities include Sunset Grill, which is in close proximity to the Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle.
La Quinta By Wyndham Paso Robles
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Aqua park
La Quinta By Wyndham Paso Robles Hotel lies 3.2 km from a natural paradise like the City Park, and features a convenience store and a luggage room. This 3-star hotel provides 24-hour reception and wake-up calls, along with general facilities such as a vending machine and a lift.
American cuisine is served at Cello Ristorante & Bar that lies 6 minutes' stroll away.
La Quinta By Wyndham Paso Robles
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Aqua park
La Quinta By Wyndham Paso Robles
La Quinta By Wyndham Paso Robles Hotel lies 3.2 km from a natural paradise like the City Park, and features a convenience store and a luggage room. This 3-star hotel provides 24-hour reception and wake-up calls, along with general facilities such as a vending machine and a lift.
American cuisine is served at Cello Ristorante & Bar that lies 6 minutes' stroll away.
Adelaide Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
The 3-star Adelaide Inn Paso Robles offers proximity to the Paso Robles Pioneer Museum, situated a mere 0.8 km away. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like Wi-Fi in the rooms and access to a work desk and a photocopier.
This Paso Robles hotel is just near Rustic Fire and offers a broad selection of meals.
Adelaide Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
Adelaide Inn
The 3-star Adelaide Inn Paso Robles offers proximity to the Paso Robles Pioneer Museum, situated a mere 0.8 km away. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like Wi-Fi in the rooms and access to a work desk and a photocopier.
This Paso Robles hotel is just near Rustic Fire and offers a broad selection of meals.
Cayucos Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
The smoke-free Cayucos Beach Inn offers access to the protected Cayucos State Beach, which is located approximately a 15-minute walk away. To keep fit, a golf playground provided for guests at the 2-star inn.
Guests can dine at Sea Shanty located 600 metres away.
Cayucos Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
Cayucos Beach Inn
The smoke-free Cayucos Beach Inn offers access to the protected Cayucos State Beach, which is located approximately a 15-minute walk away. To keep fit, a golf playground provided for guests at the 2-star inn.
Guests can dine at Sea Shanty located 600 metres away.
Pismo Lighthouse Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Children's play area
Located 4.1 km from Ramona Gardens Park, the 3-star Pismo Lighthouse Suites Pismo Beach hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Pismo Beach. This Pismo Beach hotel boasts a patio and a ping - pong table on site and guests can laze by a fence-around pool.
Dining options also include Ventana Grill, situated 350 metres away.
Pismo Lighthouse Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Children's play area
Pismo Lighthouse Suites
Located 4.1 km from Ramona Gardens Park, the 3-star Pismo Lighthouse Suites Pismo Beach hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Pismo Beach. This Pismo Beach hotel boasts a patio and a ping - pong table on site and guests can laze by a fence-around pool.
Dining options also include Ventana Grill, situated 350 metres away.
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo hotel is just 1.4 km from the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Museum & Gift Shop. This San Luis Obispo hotel offers a heated pool as well as 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service.
SLO Provisions, situated 150 metres away, is a perfect place to enjoy American cuisine.
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Featuring a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo hotel is just 1.4 km from the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Museum & Gift Shop. This San Luis Obispo hotel offers a heated pool as well as 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up service.
SLO Provisions, situated 150 metres away, is a perfect place to enjoy American cuisine.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Cottage Inn By The Sea
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Family rooms
Providing 41 rooms, the 3-star Cottage Inn By The Sea Pismo Beach is just 1.5 km from the 11 - acre Dinosaur Caves Park. At this Pismo Beach inn you can benefit from a restaurant along with a heated pool.
Cottage Inn By The Sea is a stone's throw from Willow.
Cottage Inn By The Sea
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Family rooms
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Providing 41 rooms, the 3-star Cottage Inn By The Sea Pismo Beach is just 1.5 km from the 11 - acre Dinosaur Caves Park. At this Pismo Beach inn you can benefit from a restaurant along with a heated pool.
Cottage Inn By The Sea is a stone's throw from Willow.
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Beach access
The Cliffs Hotel And Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's menu
Enticing guests with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a foot bath, the 3-star The Cliffs Hotel And Spa Pismo Beach is only 10 minutes on foot from the South Palisades Park North Staircase.
The Cliffs Hotel And Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's menu
The Cliffs Hotel And Spa
Enticing guests with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and a foot bath, the 3-star The Cliffs Hotel And Spa Pismo Beach is only 10 minutes on foot from the South Palisades Park North Staircase.
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Beach access
Blue Dolphin Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Sun terrace
Located 2.9 km from the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, the 4-star smoke-free Blue Dolphin Inn Cambria offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles. The charming inn offers views of the Pacific Ocean and is situated just moments from the tranquil Moonstone Beach Park.
The accommodation is in close proximity to Moonstone Beach Drive and offers a broad selection of meals.
Blue Dolphin Inn
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Sun terrace
Blue Dolphin Inn
Located 2.9 km from the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, the 4-star smoke-free Blue Dolphin Inn Cambria offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles. The charming inn offers views of the Pacific Ocean and is situated just moments from the tranquil Moonstone Beach Park.
The accommodation is in close proximity to Moonstone Beach Drive and offers a broad selection of meals.
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Beach access
Moonstone Landing
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
Located around a 5-minute walk from the tranquil Moonstone Beach Park, the oceanfront Moonstone Landing Hotel Cambria features a sundeck and a patio.
There is a seafood restaurant serving American food 50 metres away.
Moonstone Landing
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
Moonstone Landing
Located around a 5-minute walk from the tranquil Moonstone Beach Park, the oceanfront Moonstone Landing Hotel Cambria features a sundeck and a patio.
There is a seafood restaurant serving American food 50 metres away.
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Beach access
Shoreline Inn...On The Beach
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
Located around 5 minutes' walk from the 3-star pet-friendly Shoreline Inn..On The Beach Cayucos, guests can quickly reach the Dolphin Statue. Situated just around the corner from the Veterans Memorial, this Cayucos hotel provides spectacular views of the sea along with 29 rooms.
Brown Butter Cookie Company is also nearly a 5-minute walk away.
Shoreline Inn...On The Beach
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Family rooms
Shoreline Inn...On The Beach
Located around 5 minutes' walk from the 3-star pet-friendly Shoreline Inn..On The Beach Cayucos, guests can quickly reach the Dolphin Statue. Situated just around the corner from the Veterans Memorial, this Cayucos hotel provides spectacular views of the sea along with 29 rooms.
Brown Butter Cookie Company is also nearly a 5-minute walk away.
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Beach access
Sand Pebbles Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Board games
Sand Pebbles Inn Cambria includes 20 rooms and is a 20-minute walk from the Nitt Witt Ridge. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles is provided on site.
Sea Chest Oyster Bar offers American dishes and lies a 5-minute walk away.
Sand Pebbles Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Board games
Sand Pebbles Inn
Sand Pebbles Inn Cambria includes 20 rooms and is a 20-minute walk from the Nitt Witt Ridge. Wi-Fi is accessible in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles is provided on site.
Sea Chest Oyster Bar offers American dishes and lies a 5-minute walk away.
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Beach access
Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Situated around a 20-minute stroll from Camp Hill, the 3-star independent Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel Pismo Beach offers bicycle rentals to discover the surroundings and opportunities for kayaking, surfing, and hiking. This Pismo Beach hotel, located within a 3-km distance of the Pismo Preserve, features a gift shop and a lobby area.
The Seacrest Oceanfront Pismo Beach is a stone's throw from Willow.
Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Family rooms
Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel
Situated around a 20-minute stroll from Camp Hill, the 3-star independent Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel Pismo Beach offers bicycle rentals to discover the surroundings and opportunities for kayaking, surfing, and hiking. This Pismo Beach hotel, located within a 3-km distance of the Pismo Preserve, features a gift shop and a lobby area.
The Seacrest Oceanfront Pismo Beach is a stone's throw from Willow.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in San Simeon, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Coast Riders Inn |
9.2 / 10 (1315 Reviews) |
From 179$ | |
| San Simeon Lodge |
7.7 / 10 (1071 Reviews) |
From 49$ | |
| The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria By Hearst Castle |
8.0 / 10 (612 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
| La Quinta By Wyndham Paso Robles |
9.0 / 10 (1661 Reviews) |
From 109$ | |
| Adelaide Inn |
8.9 / 10 (1101 Reviews) |
From 94$ |
More accommodations in San Simeon
Frequently Asked Questions
What family-friendly hotels in San Simeon offer spacious accommodations?
The Morgan Hotel San Simeon and Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo provide roomy layouts that easily accommodate families. These hotels feature separate living areas in their suites for added comfort.
Book a family suite at The Morgan Hotel to enjoy a spacious stay that accommodates kids comfortably with activities nearby.
Which hotels near Hearst Castle are best for families with kids?
Moonstone Landing and The Morgan Hotel San Simeon are both close to Hearst Castle, making it easy for families to visit this historic site. Enjoy engaging activities in the area that appeal to both parents and kids.
Plan your visit to Hearst Castle early in the day to avoid crowds and enhance the experience for your family.
What hotels have amenities specifically for kids in San Simeon?
Pismo Lighthouse Suites features a kid-friendly Play Deck, while Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel offers games and activities designed for family fun. These amenities make stays enjoyable and entertaining for younger guests.
Pack beach toys for your stay at Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel, as it provides direct beach access and outdoor activities for families.
Are there pet-friendly hotels in San Simeon suitable for families?
Coast Riders Inn and The Cliffs Hotel and Spa welcome pets, ensuring the whole family can enjoy the stay. Both hotels offer amenities tailored for guests traveling with pets while accommodating children's needs.
Bring along pet essentials to the Coast Riders Inn to enjoy a stress-free beach vacation while keeping your pets comfortable.
Which San Simeon hotels have pools for families?
Sand Pebbles Inn and Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo feature pools where kids can swim and relax. These hotels create an enjoyable atmosphere for family downtime after a day of exploring.
Visit the pool area at Sand Pebbles Inn during early afternoon to secure a good spot and avoid busy times.
What is the best time of year for families to visit San Simeon?
Visiting in late spring or early fall offers mild weather and fewer crowds. This timing can enhance family experiences at local attractions like beaches and parks.
Consider planning your trip for weekends in September to enjoy local events like the Harvest Festival with family-friendly activities.
Which hotels in San Simeon are budget-friendly for families?
San Simeon Lodge and Adelaide Inn provide affordable options without compromising on comfort for families. Each hotel has unique features to ensure a pleasant stay while staying within budget.
Look for promotional deals at Adelaide Inn during off-peak times for even lower rates during your family trip.
What outdoor activities are available for families near San Simeon?
Families can enjoy activities like beachcombing, hiking at Estero Bluffs State Park, and visiting the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery. These places provide unique opportunities for kids to learn and explore nature.
Visit Estero Bluffs State Park in the morning to catch stunning views while avoiding the afternoon heat.
How can families easily get around San Simeon?
While public transport options are limited, renting a car or using ride-share services is ideal for families. This allows for convenient travel to attractions and dining options in and around San Simeon.
If renting a car, check for local discounts available at agencies in Paso Robles, especially if you're booking a multi-day rental.
Are there any family-friendly restaurants in San Simeon?
Dining options like El Chorlito offer varied menus appealing to both kids and adults. They also provide a casual atmosphere that welcomes families.
Go to El Chorlito during happy hour for reduced prices on appetizers that are perfect for sharing with your family.