| complimentary continental breakfast is delivered in-room. across the street from moonstone beach, this relaxed, oceanfront hotel off route 1 is a mile from san simeon state park, 2 miles from main street and 7 miles from hearst castle. the warm, casual rooms feature gas fireplaces and minifridges, plus flat-screen tvs and free wifi. some rooms add mountain or ocean views, and hot tubs. pets are welcome in some rooms for a surcharge. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. parking is free, and there's a garden
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 49 min
William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach (8 min)
Popular for swimming, fishing, hiking & sunbathing, this cove has picnic tables, restrooms & grills. Hearst San Simeon State Park (3 min)
Park with natural preserves, a cultural preserve & a trail with scenic overlooks, plus camping. Shamel Park (4 min) Estero Bluffs State Park (9 min)
Park and beach Cutruzzola Vineyards (4 min)
Riesling, wine tasting, pinot noir, vineyard, and winery Black Hand Cellars (5 min)
Winery, wine tasting, and wine Friends Of The Elephant Seal Visitor Center and Gift Shop (6 min)
This popular spot to observe elephant seals has a boardwalk & viewing areas. Moonstone Cellars (5 min)
Wine, winery, and wine tasting Elephant Seal Vista Point (14 min)
Observation deck over a shoreline known for elephant seal sightings in birthing & breeding seasons. Nit Wit Ridge (6 min)
Tours are given at this offbeat hillside home with hand carvings & eclectic, area-sourced materials. Fiscalini Ranch Preserve (7 min)
Serene preserve with pine forests, fields & oceanside bluffs featuring walking trails & wildlife. Piedras Blancas Light Station (15 min)
Set in a wildlife sanctuary, this classic lighthouse dating back to 1875 offers guided tours. Hearst Castle (9 min)
Guests explore the art & grounds of the 20th-century mansion built by the eponymous media magnate. Leffingwell Landing State Park (1 min) | 
