If you're travelling the California coast around San Luis Obispo stop on the highway and experience this Elephant Seal Sanctuary. The Elephant Seals come ashore and sun themselves. It's a spectacular and natural way to view them.

It's well worth the stop.

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Name: The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle
Price range: $92 total

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7.09 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$69 nightly

$78 total

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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Guests staying at San Simeon Lodge enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a business center, and a computer station.

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7.14 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$135 nightly

$152 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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Guests staying at Cavalier Oceanfront Resort enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools, a gym, and 2 hot tubs. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center.

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7.16 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$89 nightly

$100 total

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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Coast Riders Inn features an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a computer station, and express check-in.

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Parking included

7.19 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$83 nightly

$94 total

Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026

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Guests of Sands by The Sea have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a gym. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Friendly staff can provide a safe deposit box at the front desk, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Other amenities at this beach motel include free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.

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7.23 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$47 nightly

$52 total

Dec 21 - Dec 22

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Silver Surf Motel features a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and a terrace.

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Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria

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7.27 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$76 nightly

$86 total

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

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At Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and laundry facilities.

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7.29 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$76 nightly

$85 total

Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026

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At Quality Inn near Hearst Castle, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.

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The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle

7.37 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$81 nightly

$92 total

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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At The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more. Additional amenities include a water dispenser, a vending machine, and a TV in a common area.

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Breakfast included

7.41 mi from Elephant Seal Vista Point

$52 nightly

$59 total

Dec 23 - Dec 24

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Sea Breeze Inn features free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-in. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include express check-out and a vending machine.

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Accommodation	774 hotels
Lowest Price	$52
Highest Price	$152
Popular hotels	Cavalier Oceanfront Resort, Quality Inn near Hearst Castle, Silver Surf Motel, The Morgan San Simeon - Cambria by Hearst Castle, Sands by The Sea, San Simeon Lodge, Sea Breeze Inn, Coast Riders Inn, Comfort Inn near Hearst Castle - Cambria