| 2 miles from hearst castle, and 7 miles from cambria. set a block from both the beach and the pacific coast highway, this low-rise budget inn is 2 miles from san simeon state park, 4. continental breakfast is free, and there's a heated outdoor pool. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. most rooms have ocean views. the simple rooms come with minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers, plus flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 51 min
Estero Bluffs State Park (6 min)
Park and beach Nit Wit Ridge (7 min)
Tours are given at this offbeat hillside home with hand carvings & eclectic, area-sourced materials. William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach (5 min)
Popular for swimming, fishing, hiking & sunbathing, this cove has picnic tables, restrooms & grills. Piedras Blancas Light Station (11 min)
Set in a wildlife sanctuary, this classic lighthouse dating back to 1875 offers guided tours. Elephant Seal Vista Point (11 min)
Observation deck over a shoreline known for elephant seal sightings in birthing & breeding seasons. Fiscalini Ranch Preserve (9 min)
Serene preserve with pine forests, fields & oceanside bluffs featuring walking trails & wildlife. Hearst Castle (6 min)
Guests explore the art & grounds of the 20th-century mansion built by the eponymous media magnate. Friends Of The Elephant Seal Visitor Center and Gift Shop (6 min)
This popular spot to observe elephant seals has a boardwalk & viewing areas. Shamel Park (6 min) Cutruzzola Vineyards (5 min)
Riesling, wine tasting, pinot noir, vineyard, and winery Leffingwell Landing State Park (3 min) Hearst San Simeon State Park (2 min)
Park with natural preserves, a cultural preserve & a trail with scenic overlooks, plus camping. MBNMS Coastal Discovery Center & San Simeon Office (5 min) Hearst Ranch Winery (Seaside in San Simeon) (5 min)
Winery, wine tasting, and wine | 
