Beaches, wine country and great resorts, too
Film stars like Clark Gable, Carole Lombard and Charlie Chaplain once boarded the train in Los Angeles to travel through the night up the California coast. Their destination: the palatial hilltop estate of William Randolf Hearst.
Today, the Hearst Castle is the most popular tourist attraction in San Luis Obispo County, but just a small part of what keeps people coming back to the area. Breathtaking natural beauty, beach and spa resorts, fascinating California history — they're all part of a vacation on the Central Coast.
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Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
450 East Harbor Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001
Ph: 805-684-2100 Fx: 805-641-1539
Email: mcriss@cpventura.com | 
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| Located directly on the beach, the subtle sounds of waves crashing against the sand will sooth you
from the moment you wake up to the time your head touches the pillow for the night. When you visit the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach you will be pleased to find a magical place expertly maintained with services meant to accommodate you during your time with us. We offer 258 guest rooms including 18 suites, with High Speed Internet Access. Enjoy the new C-Street Restaurant, with California inspired cuisine, and AQUA Beachfront Bar. Both courtesy of our recently completed
$15 million renovation!
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Embarcadero Inn
456 Embarcadero
Morro Bay, CA 93442
Ph: 800-292-7625 |
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| The Embarcadero Inn invites you to stay on the working waterfront of Morro Bay, one of the few remaining fishing villages in California. Only 30 minutes from Hearst Castle and a short drive to the Paso Robles and Edna Valley wine regions, this small historic town has much to offer and so do we. Enjoy bayside views from your room's balcony while planning your day's adventures. We offer several packages to make your weekend getaway special. Our Stay-and-Play golf package, Wine Lovers Package, and Family Adventure Package are among the favorites. We also offer special senior rates.
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The Cliffs Resort
2757 Shell Beach Road
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Ph: 800-826-7827 Fx: 805-773-6085
Email: info@cliffsresort.com |
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| California's finest beaches can be found along its stunning Central Coast, drenched in sunshine over 300 days a year. And here, atop a towring bluff is The Cliffs Resort, a sophisticated, intimate retreat unlike anything you've ever experienced. Fresh from our recent multimillion-dollar renovation, The Cliffs Resort serves up stunning views, impeccable service, and the best combination of getaway seclusion and easy access to widespread attractions. Other hotels claim to be close to the water, but only The Cliffs features its very own bluff, over its very own beach.
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Coastal Vacation Rentals
330 Main Street
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Ph: 805-773-1080 Fx: 805-773-2080 |
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| We are your professional vacation rental property management company, located on the beautiful central coast of California. We manage vacation rentals in Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, Grover Beach, Oceano & Avila Beach. Currently, we have 125 vacation rentals listed on our website -- if you don't find what your looking for online give us a call, we have several more vacation rentals that aren't currently online. From private homes to small cottages and condos, we have the vacation property you are looking for. We have oceanfront and oceanview properties with sleeping accomodations for up to 12.
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Best Western Seacliff Inn
7500 Old Dominion Court
Aptos, CA 95003
Ph: 800-367-2003 |
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Just a minute's walk from Seacliff State Beach, The Best Western Seacliff Inn offers a fun and family oriented atmosphere on six beautifully landscaped acres with scenic garden paths. Their 149 guest rooms are spacious, and include numerous amenities for maximum comfort. The luxurious two room suites are uniquely appointed with modern furnishings and private jacuzzi for ultimate relaxation. We offer onsite dining at our locally acclaimed restaurant Severino's Bar and Grill. Join us for live entertainment five days a week and happy hour Monday through Friday!! For special events, our Sales
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Seascape Beach Resort - Monterey Bay
1 Seascape Resort Drive
Aptos, CA 95003
Ph: 800-929-7727 |
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| We've combined the comfort of a beach home with the luxury of a resort. At Seascape Resort the sea sets the pace, and the accommodations offer all the comforts of home in 285 luxurious suites and villas overlooking the Monterey Bay. From the moment you arrive, panoramic ocean views, sun-soaked beaches, and fresh sea breezes will banish your cares and set you smiling. Relax your mind and body as you contemplate the great Pacific, or jump right into a host of amenities and activities designed to make your experience memorable. Do anything you like, or do nothing at all.
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Sand Pebbles Inn
6252 Moonstone Beach Drive
Cambria, CA 93428
Ph: 800-222-9970
Email: innkeeper@sandpebblesinn.com |
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| The Sand Pebbles Inn is an upscale, beach resort hotel offering pet friendly accommodations. We offer 20 cozy rooms, all with comfortable king or queen beds, free high-speed Internet access, refrigerators, microwaves, and much more. Whether you’re visiting for a relaxing family vacation or a romantic weekend getaway, we have the perfect room for you. Many of our rooms offer full or partial ocean views, sofas and private patios. Unwind with a soak in your personal Jacuzzi tub, relax in front of your own fireplace and enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast or afternoon tea and cookies in the lobby.
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Carmel Lodge
San Carlos Street at 5th Avenue P.O. Box 951
Carmel, CA 93921
Ph: 831-624-1255 Fx: 831-624-2576
Email: innkeeper@carmellodge.com |
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| In the heart of it all, Carmel Lodge is a pleasant complement to the European charm of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Situated among towering Monterey pines on 5th Avenue at San Carlos and Mission Streets, the 42-room Carmel Lodge is only two blocks from famed Ocean Avenue and a relaxing stroll to Carmel Beach. Come experience the beauty and exhilaration of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Monterey Peninsula, and California's Central Coast. And be our guest at Carmel Lodge. So much awaits for you to see and do. |
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Carmel Valley Ranch
One Old Ranch Road
Carmel, CA 93923
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| Nestled in the pristine foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains - on the sunniest side of the Monterey Peninsula - Carmel Valley Ranch is an elite golf and tennis resort bursting with Northern California's natural beauty. Warm and inviting, this AAA Four-Diamond Carmel California
hotel provides world-class service and amenities in an intimate setting. Stroll through the grounds of our 400-acre countryside estate. Challenge yourself on our "must-play" golf course, designed by Pete Dye. Or just retreat to our spacious, elegant all-suite accommodations.
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Lobos Lodge
Monte Verde at Ocean Avenue P.O. Box L-1
Carmel, CA 93921
Ph: 831-624-3874 Fx: 831-624-0135
Email: LobosLodge@aol.com |
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| Lobos Lodge is located on the corner of Ocean Avenue and Monte Verde in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, just 4 blocks from the beach. The village of Carmel is a charming collection of storybook homes and fairy tale whimsy. Lobos Lodge offers 30 comfortable and spacious units nestled among old Carmel Oaks and Pines. Each unit comes with a conversation area and fireplace, separate dressing area and bath, and private patios and balconies. We offer smoking and non-smoking rooms, with snack refrigerators, and complimentary continental breakfast. Conveniently located in the heart of Carmel.
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The Sanctuary Beach Resort
3295 Dunes Drive
Marina, CA 93933
Ph: 877-944-3863 Fx: 831-883-9477
Email: info@thesanctuarybeachresort.com |
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| Nestled along the edge of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the Sanctuary Beach Resort is unique among Monterey ocean beach front hotels. Ideally situated just 10 minutes north of Monterey and south of Santa Cruz, you will find spacious, luxurious accommodations with breath-taking views of the Pacific Ocean on 19 acres of secluded, rolling dunes. The resort offers easy access to fine dining, the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium, and beautiful golf courses along the Monterey Peninsula.
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Comfort Inn Monterey Bay
2050 North Fremont Street
Monterey, CA 93940
Ph: 888-990-7666 Fx: 831-372-6730 |
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| Welcome to the Comfort Inn Monterey Bay. Enjoy a relaxing stay in this friendly hotel’s comfortable, amenity-rich guestrooms. With our ideal location, you’ll have no trouble diving into the area’s ample attractions. Explore the must-see sea creatures at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, stroll through historic Cannery Row and live large at bold and beautiful Big Sur. What’s more, you can experience the Monterey Peninsula’s sensational sights and sounds for less with our value vacation specials and packages. Amenities include complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, whirlpool, sauna and complimentary fax/copy services.
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Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
1000 Aguajito Road
Monterey, CA 93940
Ph: 831-373-6141 Fx: 831-655-8608 |
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| The Hilton Garden Inn Monterey hotel sits nestled among majestic Monterey Pines and mature Live Oaks in a dramatic and colorful garden setting. Conveniently located near California Scenic Highway 1, ½ a mile from the beautiful beaches of Monterey Bay, and less than three miles from Monterey Peninsula Airport. Our tastefully appointed guestrooms and suites offer individually controlled heating and air conditioning, private outdoor balcony, in-room refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker and complimentary high-speed internet access.
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La Quinta Inn Monterey
2401 Del Monte Avenue
Monterey, CA 93940
Ph: 866-469-5097 Fx: 831-373-4813 |
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| The La Quinta Inn Monterey is a moderately priced hotel conveniently located off Highway 1 in Monterey, California. Offering a wide range of features and amenities for government and leisure travelers, the La Quinta Inn is situated overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay, just 3 miles from the Monterey Peninsula Airport. The La Quinta Inn offers 49 newly renovated deluxe guest rooms, all with comfortable beds, deluxe bedding, complimentary deluxe hot breakfast, free high-speed Internet access, and be sure to take advantage of our specials and packages.
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Monterey Bay Lodge
55 Camino Aguajito
Monterey, CA 93940
Ph: 831-372-8057 Fx: 831-655-2933
Email: info@montereybaylodge.com |
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| The beautifully appointed Monterey Bay Lodge is the friendliest garden hotel in Monterey.
The hotel is centrally located within the heart of California's Monterey Peninsula and just 150 steps from Monterey State Beach. Fun for the whole family and the active vacationer, the hotel features 45 guestrooms and 2 family suites, an on-site restaurant, outdoor heated swimming pool with spa and many convenient amenities. Monterey Bay Lodge is "The Hotel to Stay in Monterey. The world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Sanctuary Cruises Whale Watching, world renowned Golf, Beaches, Dining and Entertainment are just a short drive away.
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Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa
400 Cannery Row
Monterey, CA 93940
Ph: 800-334-3999 |
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| Relax on the water's edge at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa. Dramatically perched over the Monterey Bay, this world-class resort offers the perfect vantage point to enjoy the gentle sounds of the surf, fresh scent of sea air and the sight of otters at play. With its Mediterranean ambience and architecture, the Hotel's relaxing surroundings, coupled with its dedicated staff, ensures that your accommodations, dining and spa services will represent the best that the Monterey Peninsula has to offer for both the leisure and business traveler. |
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
2 Portola Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Ph: 866-711-1733 Fx: 831-649-4115
Email: info@portolahotel.com |
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| Against the picturesque backdrop of Monterey Bay, Fisherman's Wharf and downtown Monterey, the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is within walking distance to the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium, pristine beaches, Monterey Bay harbor and hundreds of dining and entertainment options. Relax and unwind in one of the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay's 370 beautiful guest rooms or 10 luxury suites, many with spectacular bay vistas. Each room is furnished in a unique residential style with shuttered windows, boutique furniture, and deluxe pillow-top beds.
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Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
905 Country Club Road
Ojai, CA 93023
Ph: 800-422-6524 Fx: 805-646-7969
Email: info@ojairesort.com |
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| For over 80 years, the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa has been considered one of the best secrets among leisure and business travelers from California and around the world. Rated in the top 25 of all US resorts by Conde Nast Traveler’s magazine, the Inn is located in a magical, secluded valley just 35 miles south of Santa Barbara on the Gold Coast. Escape to this historic resort of casual elegance offering you 220 tree shaded acres featuring luxury accommodations, Spa Ojai, and a championship golf course which has been the host site of seven Senior PGA Tour events.
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Pajaro Dunes Company
101 Shell Drive
Pajaro, CA 95076
Ph: 831-722-4671 Fx: 831-728-7444 |
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| Pajaro Dunes Company offers luxurious, fully furnished vacation rental homes, townhouses, and condominiums for your vacation or business needs. Whether it's an intimate weekend gathering or a weeklong extravaganza, Pajaro Dunes has something for everyone! Experience this relaxing environment in accommodations that suit your style -- from comfortable oceanview condominiums to luxurious beachfront homes. Every rental property comes fully equipped with living room, dining room, kitchen, linens, TV/VCR, stereo, washer/dryer, deck, and BBQ.
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La Bellasera Hotel and Suites
206 Alexa Court
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Ph: 805-238-2834 Fx: 805-238-2826
Email: info@labellasera.com |
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| Welcome to The La Bellasera, the only luxury boutique hotel in Paso Robles, California, where the perfect symmetry of comfort and elegance is balanced with the ultimate in customer service. Enjoy our tranquil location in the heart of the Central Coast wine region, just minutes from the Pacific Ocean. Spacious hotel rooms include a full list of luxurious amenities, and many rooms include whirlpools, fireplaces, and balconies. A hotel spa and swimming pool with fireside cabana provide indulgent relaxation for our guests, and our very own Enoteca offers the ultimate in fine dining.
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Villa Toscana
4230 Buena Vista Drive
Paso Robles, CA 93447
Ph: 805-238-5600 Fx: 805-238-5605
Email: myvillatoscana@martinweyrich.com |
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| Welcome to Villa Toscana, a relaxing bed & breakfast nestled in the rolling hills and vineyards of Paso Robles. The Villa Toscana Bed and Breakfast is truly a wonderful place for a relaxing change of pace, celebration of a special occasion, or a romantic getaway. All our opulent suite rooms share breathtaking views of the expansive vineyard and are finely decorated with the same complexity and enthusiasm that we put into our winemaking. There are 8 luxury suite rooms and one separate, fully private winemaker's residence plus an intimate bistro exclusive to our guests.
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Mission Inn of Pismo Beach
601 James Way
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Ph: 866-773-6020 Fx: 805-773-6021
Email: info@missioninnpismobeach.com |
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| Whether it's for a romantic weekend getaway, or a week's exploration, the Mission Inn Pismo Beach offers the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the sand and sun in style. All of our guestrooms are non-smoking and many rooms feature ocean views, wi-fi and flat screen TV's. Wineries abound in San Luis Obispo county and many gourmet eateries in Pismo Beach are within walking distance of the Mission Inn. World famous Oceano Dunes Park is nearby, surfers can catch a wave by the Pismo Beach Pier and the sunsets are second to none.
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SeaVenture Resort
100 Ocean View Avenue
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Ph: 800-662-5545
Email: info@seaventure.com |
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| The SeaVenture Resort, one of the premier California beachfront hotels, offers luxury accommodations in Pismo Beach, halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. With miles of clean, pristine sand and surf, a perfect climate, and a convenient location off Highway 101, Pismo Beach remains surprisingly quiet and quaint, one of Californias best-kept secrets. Fireplaces, feather beds, marble finishes and custom furniture lend a casual elegance to the beachfront location. We also offer "The Pismo Beach House" a private retreat, built directly on the sands of Pismo Beach.
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Apple Farm Inn
2015 Monterey Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Ph: 800-255-2040
Email: reservations@applefarm.com |
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| Traditional American hospitality, comfortable deluxe lodging, and honest value are the guiding principles behind the Apple Farm Inn, one of San Luis Obispo's hotels that embodies a true atmosphere of tranquility. Combining the charm of Victorian country inns with the modern conveniences of a luxury hotel, Apple Farm Inn offers the best in San Luis Obispo lodging. Our rooms are uniquely appointed with cozy fireplaces and seating nooks. Most feature grand canopy beds - the bygone comforts of yesterday's country inns. Deluxe accommodations await you in a lush, quiet garden setting.
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Best Western Royal Oak Hotel
214 Madonna Road
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Ph: 888-256-8028 Fx: 805-544-3026
Email: info@royaloakhotel.com |
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| Enjoy everything San Luis Obispo, California has to offer during your stay at the Best Western Royal Oak Hotel. For those searching for sand and surf, our beaches are minutes away. You will be close to the "Old Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa" and you will want to discover the state's Chumash Indian heritage. Within the area are the Farmer's Market, the quaint shops and galleries, several great golf courses, and our local wineries will delight your palate. Laguna Lake Park and two shopping malls are conveniently located within walking distance.
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Best Western Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Ph: 805-965-6556 Fx: 805-966-6626
Email: info@beachsideinn.com |
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| From the hotel balcony at the Best Western Beachside Inn, you are afforded an uninterrupted panorama of palms, sea and sand, punctuated by boutique shops and eateries. Many of our beautifully appointed guest rooms are ocean or parkside, most with private balconies, or pool side rooms overlooking a lovely courtyard and pool. There is so much to see and do in Santa Barbara: boat tours, bicycle pathways, wide beaches, shopping and hundreds of restaurants are only minutes away. Spend a few days to explore all that this beautiful beachside town has to offer.
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Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
931 East Cabrillo Blvd
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Ph: 800-648-6708 Fx: 805-965-1623 |
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| "East Beach", Santa Barbara's oceanfront paradise with swaying palms, sea breezes and an orchestra of waves. Discover them at the Cabrillo Inn at the Beach. Our oceanfront location is only minutes to Historic Stearns Wharf and downtown. Relax and enjoy spectacular ocean and island views from your room, by the pool, or one of our second floor sundecks. Start your morning with a
complimentary continental breakfast and newspaper in our ocean view lounge. Secure your bit of paradise by calling today for a reservation. Ask about our off-season "Free Nights in Paradise" program.
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Canary Hotel - Santa Barbara
31 West Carrillo
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Ph: 877-468-3515 Fx: 805-884-8153
Email: reservations@canarysantabarbara.com |
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| Welcome to Canary Hotel, the only full service luxury boutique hotel in downtown Santa Barbara. Boutiques, art galleries, museums, theaters, restaurants, and antique shops greet you as you step from the hotel. One of Santa Barbara’s beautiful beaches is a one mile stroll away. Lose yourself in the Santa Barbara wine country or play championship golf at Sandpiper. Go whale watching or just sit on The Perch, our rooftop terrace, and watch the clouds go by. With year-round sunshine and so much to do, the Canary Hotel Santa Barbara is the perfect place to work, play and nest.
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Casa del Mar
18 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Ph: 800-433-3097
Email: reservations@casadelmar.com |
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| Casa Del Mar - your "House by the Sea" - a fitting name for a charming, Mediterranean style inn, just steps from the soft sands of the blue Pacific. Combining the intimacy of a bed-and-breakfast with the privacy of a small hotel, we appeal to visitors of all types, from vacationing families to honey-mooners to business travelers. Twenty-one rooms and suites are surrounded by lush, flowering gardens and meandering pathways. Relax in the whirlpool spa or enjoy our courtyard sundeck. It's easy to leave the rush behind ... here in paradise.
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Hotel Mar Monte
1111 East Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Ph: 800-643-1994 |
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| Discover one of the finest hotels in Santa Barbara. Built in 1931, this historic coastal hotel welcomes guests with its casual elegance and first-rate service. Nestled between the Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the Hotel Mar Monte is conveniently located on oceanfront Cabrillo Boulevard across from East Beach. This classic seaside hotel is a shining gateway to the City of Santa Barbara, also known as the American Riviera. Hotel Mar Monte is detailed with a fusion of Spanish Colonial architecture blended with modern conveniences. Enjoy your Santa Barbara vacation in one of our 173 comfortably appointed guestrooms.
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The Sandman Inn
3714 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Ph: 800-350-8174 Fx: 805-687-6581
Email: info@thesandmaninn.com |
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| Guests experience a unique setting just minutes from downtown, the beaches, UCSB, and all the attractions for which Santa Barbara is famous. The Sandman Inn offers 113 guestrooms, suites, kitchenettes, and two-room family units along with a spa and two beautifully landscaped pools...the perfect choice in uptown Santa Barbara for downtown convenience. Enjoy quality accommodations and a variety of amenities usually found only in larger hotels, while experiencing the personal and friendly service of a quiet, intimate inn.
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Hilton Santa Cruz / Scotts Valley
6001 La Madrona Dr.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ph: 831-440-1000 Fx: 831-440-1111 |
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| The Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hilton hotel is ideally located near all the Monterey Bay attractions. World-class golf at Pasatiempo Golf Club, Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Roaring Camp Railroad along with the majestic redwoods of Henry Cowell State Park, Mystery Spot, over 40 Santa Cruz mountain wineries and University of California Santa Cruz, all within minutes of the hotel. Guestrooms are oversized and feature upgraded amenities including videocassette players-access to a complimentary film library- microwave oven- refrigerator and coffee maker.
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Santa Ynez Inn
3627 Sagunto Street
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Ph: 800-643-5774 Fx: 805-686-4294
Email: info@santaynezinn.com |
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| Southern California welcomes you to Santa Ynez with Victorian grace and hospitality in the heart of Santa Barbara County wine country. The Santa Ynez Inn offers lavish suites with fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs and many amenities. Enjoy wine, hors d'oeuvres, evening desserts, and a full
gourmet breakfast in the morning. Take advantage of all that Santa Barbara County has to offer, from wine tasting and antique shopping, to Glider rides and Jeep tours. There's something for everyone in Santa Ynez, CA. |
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Hadsten House Inn and Spa
1450 Mission Drive
Solvang, CA 93463
Ph: 800-457-5373 Fx: 805-688-0026
Email: info@hadstenhouse.com |
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| Indulge in Distinctive European Style...Luxury, custom mattresses highlight our uniquely appointed guest rooms featuring classic French furnishings, fireplaces and lavish amenities. Rejuvenate by selecting one of our spa suites or relax in Solvang’s only heated indoor pool. Be pampered in our day-spa and savor our local wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres reception. Located in the European village of Solvang in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Wine Country.
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Four Points by Sheraton - Ventura
1050 Schooner Drive
Ventura, CA 93001
Ph: 805-658-1212 Fx: 805-658-1309 |
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| The only hotel on the Ventura Harbor, the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor is nestled on 17 acres of prime coastal land along California's Gold Coast. We are less than an hour north of Los Angeles and less than 30 minutes south of Santa Barbara. Our hotel features 106 luxurious guest rooms, most with private balconies and spectacular views. Stay fit in our exercise facility, relax in our refreshing pool. We offer an intimate dining setting, ideal for dining with friends or business associates. We know your needs. Nope, we're not mind readers. We just pay attention.
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