Cambria's beach hotels cluster along Moonstone Beach and Main Street, with most properties offering direct access to the Pacific from under $150 a night. The town's lodging options center on two distinct areas: the oceanfront Moonstone Beach corridor, where inns like Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach feature heated outdoor pools and in-room fireplaces, and the downtown Main Street district, where properties such as Creekside Inn Downtown place guests within a 5-minute walk of local galleries and Hearst Castle. Nearly all hotels include free parking and WiFi as standard.
Top-rated choices include the superbly-rated Sand Pebbles Inn (9.2/10) with beachfront fireplaces and DVD players, and the Blue Dolphin Inn (9.1/10) offering partial ocean views and bathrobes. For families, the Fogcatcher Inn (8.4/10) provides a private beach area and garden views, while the Oceanpoint Ranch (8.4/10) features a conference center and private beach trail. Budget-conscious travelers can book at the Cambria Shores Inn (9.2/10) for continental breakfasts and sea-view patios. Most properties are within 10-15 minutes drive of Hearst Castle and elephant seal rookeries.