THE 10 BEST California Beach Hotels of 2021 (with Prices)

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Pacific Terrace Hotel

US$409

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US$409

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US$281

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2,605 reviews

#1 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Wonderful time Enjoyed the Awesome view, beach and resort style accommodations Fresh baked cookies daily, underground covered parking and friendly staff we have stayed here in the past and other places.”

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

US$319

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US$287

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3,227 reviews

#2 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Simply divine--the healthy and yummy food, the immaculate room, the helpful and friendly staff, the beach with its soft sand, the soothing sound of the waves, and the spectacular view!”

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Beach House Hotel Hermosa Beach

US$299

US$269

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US$287

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US$299

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US$287

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1,006 reviews

#3 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“My family has traveled to Hermosa Beach for well over 30 years and it is our favorite vacation spot with its quick and easy access to LAX and beach perfection!”

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The Hideaway

US$299

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US$299

Trip.com

US$258

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US$299

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741 reviews

#4 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“This beautiful, charming hotel in Carmel is only 2 blocks from Ocean Avenue - the main road in town that leads to the beach - so we loved being able to walk or take the complimentary bikes everywhere instead of re...”

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Ocean Palms Beach Resort

US$233

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US$233

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US$233

eDreams

US$233

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1,266 reviews

#5 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“... staff to be professional and helpful and the property itself is a GEM!!! Beautiful grounds, nicely upgraded room and other than too many steps for my arthritic knees, well located across the road from the beach.”

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Inn at the Pier

US$190

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US$190

Agoda.com

US$152

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US$190

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509 reviews

#6 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“This new hotel in the heart of downtown Pismo Beach is pristinely maintained, is walking distance (essentially steps) to the beach, offers exceptional service to meet your every need, friendly and accommodating st...”

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Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort

US$238

US$223

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US$223

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US$238

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1,511 reviews

#7 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“There were wonderful touches (s’mores all evening - toast them yourself in the courtyard over several fires, evening wine and nibbles, wide selection of things for the beach) and the atmosphere is relaxed and laid...”

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Inn at Avila Beach

US$249

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US$219

eDreams

US$249

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US$249

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685 reviews

#8 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“... such a beautiful view (we saw dolphins and whales), bottled waters as needed, walking distance to the beach with complimentary beach towels, beach chairs and toys, bikes, and yummy homemade local pie every night!”

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Beach House at Half Moon Bay

US$355

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US$195

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US$195

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US$355

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1,129 reviews

#9 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The trail right below the room alongside the beach is my favorite- I recommend taking it south toward the small town because the beach trail just gets more beautiful and the beaches are stunning!”

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Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

US$189

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US$174

Trip.com

US$169

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US$260

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382 reviews

#10 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The beach view is amazing during Sunset and morning as well.. My family enjoyed staying here especially my son love there bathtub has a Jacuzzi on it.”

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West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

US$166

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US$166

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US$166

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411 reviews

#11 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The inn has an excellent location with easy walks to the boardwalk, downtown, pier/beach, the lighthouse and the surfing areas along West Cliff Drive.”

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Shade Hotel

US$249

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US$249

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US$249

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US$249

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371 reviews

#12 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“... welcoming, professional and helpful!! Lovely continental breakfast served each morning (makes one feel at home), great restaurant and lounge right next door and they even provide complimentary beach cruisers!”

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Blue Dolphin Inn

US$134

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US$134

FindHotel

US$134

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US$134

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998 reviews

#13 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Perfect location directly across from the beach, very friendly and helpful Staff, big very nice room with fireplace - great bedding and coffee bar We received welcome cookies at check In and breakfast of your choi...”

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Hotel Casa del Mar

US$545

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US$545

Priceline

US$545

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US$545

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1,398 reviews

#14 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Great hotel with magnificent beach views and close access to Santa Monica city Center amenities The hotel is a gem with great attention to details in each room lovely bathrooms and spacious size set ups Lobby is l...”

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Ocean Villa Inn

US$139

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US$139

Hotels.com

US$125

ZenHotels.com

US$178

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663 reviews

#15 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“we romp and play at the beach, walk the bike path to the bridge, explore and find birds in the marsh, eat ice cream at the Lighthouse, eat tacos at Mikes, walk out on OB pier - I could go on and on.”

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Cambria Beach Lodge

US$139

US$127

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US$139

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331 reviews

#16 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Cambria is an amazing place, with a stunning beach and views, and this hotel has an amazing lounge/balcony area that is perfect for watching the dolphins play and the sun set.”

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Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe

US$195

US$115

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Priceline

US$129

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US$115

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US$195

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1,744 reviews

#17 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Best hotel in South Lake Tahoe!! Amazing comfortable rooms, amazing staff, amazing people to make fiends with, amazing live music on the beach Perfect Gem!”

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Cayucos Shoreline Inn...on the beach

US$186

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