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All units at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Every room includes a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some feature sea views. The units at Coast Riders Inn feature air conditioning and a desk. The owner couples were very friendly and helpful.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,263 reviews
Price from
$80.10
per night

Located in San Diego and with Ocean Beach reachable within 300 metres, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers an ATM, and luggage storage for guests.

Sunset Cliffs is 3 km from Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel, while SeaWorld San Diego is 5.1 km away. San Diego International Airport is 6 km from the property. I couldn't evaluate the breakfast because it was too early. But it was the most amazing hostel I have ever experienced in my life.

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9
Wonderful
1,751 reviews
Price from
$31.93
per night

All guest rooms offer a full or partial ocean view. Guest rooms include a flat screen TV, a seating area, a gas fireplace, a refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee machine. Oceanfront rooms include binoculars and bathrobes. Select rooms offer a spa bath, a patio, or balcony. Right on the beach and beautiful sunset, very quiet

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9
Wonderful
1,149 reviews
Price from
$142
per night

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room. Santa Barbara Airport is 10 miles away. Perfect. Personnel, infrastrature, facilities and location are very good. We had a wonderful experience in our stay in La Playa Inn. We were in a road trip on the Hwy 1 route, and this hotel was one of the best experience during our journey. Very well located near to the pier and the turistic center. Congratulations.

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9.1
Wonderful
2,277 reviews
Price from
$189.05
per night

Located on the shores of Pismo Beach, Pismo Lighthouse Suites boasts a putting green and a year around outdoor pool and hot tub. This dog-friendly accommodation features suites with free WiFi. Pismo Beach Pier is 1.6 km away. The employees were very kind and friendly. When we arrived late at night, she realized that we had made a reservation for the next day and helped us to correct this. The lady on duty was very helpful. Thank you once again.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,423 reviews
Price from
$215
per night

Offering rooms with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and free WiFi access, the Inn at the Cove features an on-site heated pool and hot tub. Pismo Beach Pier and city centre are 3.2 km away. A complimentary continental breakfast is served every day. All the staff are very kind and polite in this hotel. Mainly, the receptionist Martin who gave great tips for tours, a very interesting conversation about all subjects. Certainly, if you are in Pismo Beach, I will go back to this hotel.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,051 reviews
Price from
$209
per night

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

This non-smoking motel is 5 minutes walk from the beach, marina and wharf. Highway 101 is 5 minutes’ drive from the property. Perfect position, great parking, lovely comfortable facilities. Great price

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9.3
Wonderful
1,220 reviews
Price from
$188.49
per night

Situated in Laguna Beach, 600 metres from Victoria Beach, Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant and a terrace. Some units at the property have a balcony with a sea view. Great Location and Service. Property beautifully decorated and clean.

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9.2
Wonderful
129 reviews
Price from
$205
per night

Conveniently set in Santa Barbara, Casa De La Vina - Boutique Suites in Downtown Santa Barbara is a recently renovated apartment, which provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. This 5-star apartment offers a 24-hour front desk. University Of California, Santa Barbara is 17 km away and Santa Barbara City College is 1.2 km from the apartment.

Popular points of interest near the apartment include West Beach, Amtrack Station Santa Barbara and Antioch College. Santa Barbara Airport is 15 km away. The property is absolutely gorgeous. It is modern and clean and the host has thought of everything. So many lovely thoughtful little touches that you will have to explore for yourself lol 😂 The location is in a quiet street with free parking on site. It is only a short walk the the Main Street State St, lined with restaurants and shopping. You can also walk or hire a bike to visit the pier and water. We arrived on a Tuesday and there was a fabulous organic market lining the Main Street. Awesome chilled vibe.

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9.4
Wonderful
149 reviews
Price from
$146
per night

Set in Long Beach and with Junipero Beach reachable within 1.2 km, Fairmont Breakers Long Beach offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a sun terrace. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, nightclub and room service. Wow, exceptional staff and quality. Everything is top notch and attention is paid to the details.

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9.1
Wonderful
120 reviews
Price from
$251.10
per night

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