Hotels in Pacific Coast Highway

Free parking and air-conditioned rooms, 9 minutes by taxi to the museum

Why guests love it

Beckwourth Peak High Camp is a camp-style stay about nine minutes by taxi from the Western Pacific Railroad Museum, a good outing for children who love trains. Rooms are air-conditioned, some have a kitchen for simple family meals, and parking is free, which suits a road trip. Wi-Fi is free and local places to eat are easy to reach. A perfect guest score of 10 from 76 reviews is remarkable, even if it comes from a modest number of stays.

Family-friendly stay with free parking and a 2-minute walk to the market

Why guests love it

HarborWalk Inn suits families who arrive by car: parking is free, rooms are air-conditioned and the property is smoke-free and accessible. A restaurant and bar sit on site, so an evening meal needs no extra trip, and golf facilities are available too. The Market at Morro Bay Blvd is a two-minute walk away, which makes short errands easy with children. Guests rate it 9.8 from 67 reviews, a very strong score for a stay this practical.

5-star resort with spa, golf, and a 4-minute walk to The Oak Breakfast

Why guests love it

Ojai Valley Inn is a five-star Spanish hacienda-style resort with kid-friendly facilities, which makes it easier to plan a few days with children away from the coast road. The outdoor pool and hot tub fill the afternoons, the golf course and spa give parents their own time, and breakfast is included. The restaurant, bar and room service cover the evenings. Pets are accepted, Wi-Fi is free, and paid parking suits families arriving by car.

Water park and casual dining, 6 minutes walk to Disneyland Resort

Why guests love it

For a Disneyland trip this is one of the easiest bases I can point to: the park entrance is a 6-minute walk, so a midday rest in the room is realistic with small children. The on-site water park, outdoor pool and hot tub keep the off-park hours busy, and the restaurant and bar save a drive in the evening. Parking is on site but comes with a fee, which matters if you arrive by car.

Oceanfront luxury resort with golf, spa and on-site parking

Why guests love it

On a Pacific Coast Highway road trip, Terranea works well as a longer stop for families: direct beach access, several pools and a golf course give everyone something to do without getting back in the car. Some rooms have a kitchen, which helps with young children's meals, and the Lobby Bar And Terrace covers breakfast. Parking is on site and pets are accepted. Parents can take turns at the spa or the fitness center while the others stay by the water.

Adults-only luxury with spa, pool, and free parking on site

Why guests love it

Auberge du Soleil is an adults-only five-star hotel, so it is not a family choice: children are not accommodated, and I would say so plainly. For couples and solo guests it offers a spa, an outdoor pool, outdoor yoga, a restaurant and a bar, with free parking and a business center. Rutherford Hill Winery is a four-minute walk away. Guests score it 9.4 across nearly 1,800 reviews, which fits the quiet, high-end positioning.

Five-star hotel with a full spa, fireplaces in the rooms and on-site parking

Why guests love it

Bardessono Hotel and Spa is a five-star luxury hotel, and it is a refined retreat more than a children's holiday address. Rooms have fireplaces, and on site there is a full spa, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a restaurant and a bar. Parking is on site and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 9.4 across more than 540 reviews, an outstanding score, so I would book it for couples or adults who want a calm, high-end stay.

Surf-themed resort a minute from Pacific Coast-6th, with beach access and parking

Why guests love it

Kimpton Shorebreak gives families direct beach access in Huntington Beach, so a day on the sand starts by walking out of the hotel rather than looking for a parking space. Parking is on site for road-trippers, and the restaurant and bar handle meals when children are too tired to go out. Laundry services help on a longer coastal trip, and pets are welcome. Parents can use the 24-hour fitness center early in the morning or book the spa later in the day.

Tuscan-style suites with ocean views, pools, and on-site parking

Why guests love it

Spacious Tuscan-style suites are why I rate this resort highly for families who want room to spread out: many have ocean views, and multiple pools and tennis courts keep children busy without leaving the grounds. Parents get a spa and fitness center, and on-site dining covers evenings. The beach is not on the doorstep, though: Corona Del Mar State Beach Park is a 9-minute taxi ride, and parking carries a fee.

Beachfront resort with spa, five restaurants, and parking available

Why guests love it

Right on the beach in Huntington Beach, this resort gives families sand, an outdoor pool and a hot tub within a few steps of the room. Five restaurants mean nobody has to agree on dinner, the spa and fitness center give parents a break, and rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi. Pets are welcome and parking is on site, which suits a drive along the Pacific Coast Highway. A 9.2 rating across more than 5,000 reviews is excellent.

Luxury ranch-style lodging with free parking and a spa

Upscale resort with private beach, golf, and free parking on site

Why guests love it

Seascape Resort is a full-service stay for families on a Pacific Coast road trip. It offers suites and two-bedroom villas, which give children room to spread out, plus a private beach, a golf course and three outdoor pools. Parking is free, and there is a fitness center, a spa and on-site dining. Sanderlings Restaurant is a three-minute walk away. With 9.0 from more than 2,200 reviews, I would book it for a relaxed resort holiday.

Lakefront resort with spa, seven restaurants, and a bus stop 1 minute away

Why guests love it

Seven bars and restaurants on one lakefront property make this resort easy for families, since everyone can find something without driving. The outdoor pool is the children's favorite in summer, the spa gives parents a break, and rooms are chic and comfortable. Pets are welcome and parking is on site. A casino is part of the resort, so my advice to parents is to plan meals and pool time away from that side.

Rustic lodge with family meals, a game room, and a hot tub

Why guests love it

Clair Tappaan Lodge is a rustic, budget-friendly lodge a short taxi ride from Sugar Bowl Resort, with private rooms and dorms, so families can take a room of their own. Family-style meals are served, some rooms have kitchens, and the game room and hot tub keep children and parents busy after a day outdoors. Parking and Wi-Fi are free. Guests rate it 9.0 from 133 reviews, and I would book it for a simple mountain stay with children.

Oceanfront luxury with golf, spa, and a 3-minute walk to the links

Why guests love it

Oceanfront on the Half Moon Bay coast, this 5-star resort gives families plenty without leaving the grounds: an indoor pool for any weather, a spa for parents, several restaurants and a bar. Golfers have two courses, with Half Moon Bay Golf Links a 3-minute walk away. Pets are welcome and parking is on site, which suits a drive along Highway 1. My advice: it is a resort stay, not a base for train travel.

Beachfront rooms with balconies, a pool, and a 2-minute walk to Huntington-Pacific Coast

Why guests love it

The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel, is a 4-star beachfront property in Huntington Beach, and that location is what families will value most: rooms with balconies face the sea, and the sand is a 2-minute walk away. The outdoor pool is an alternative when the waves are too strong, and on-site dining keeps meals simple. The hotel lists family amenities, a fitness center and a spa, and accepts pets. More than 3,400 guests give it a score of 8.8.

Luxury stay with an outdoor pool, spa, and a 2-minute walk to public transport

Why guests love it

The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey gives families plenty to do without leaving the property: an outdoor pool, tennis courts, a spa and a fitness centre, plus a contemporary restaurant. Pets are welcome, and parking makes a road trip along the coast easy. A bus stop on Admiralty Way is about two minutes on foot. With a guest score of 8.8 out of 10 from more than 2,300 reviews, I would keep it for a special stop on a California coast trip.

Outdoor pool, fitness room, and parking, 3 minutes from Pacific / Del Monte

Why guests love it

Monterey Marriott is a polished 4-star hotel a 3-minute walk from the Pacific / Del Monte transit stop, handy for families who prefer to leave the car parked. The outdoor pool is the natural reward for children after a day on the coast, and the Californian eatery keeps dinner easy. A full-service laundry helps on a longer road trip, parking is on site and pets are welcome. More than 2,300 guests give it a score of 8.8, a reassuring level for a family stay.

Resort with two golf courses, a spa and free parking

Why guests love it

Pacific Palms Resort works well for families who want things to do without leaving the grounds. There are two golf courses, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness centre and a spa, and parking is free. Pets are accepted, which helps families travelling with a dog. The rooms are described as modern and elegant. With 8.8 from more than 3,700 reviews, the verdict is consistent, and I would book it for an all-in-one resort stay.

Bay views, free parking, and a 2-minute walk to The Tides Wharf & Restaurant

Why guests love it

The Inn at the Tides is an upscale three-star hotel set in hillside lodges with bay views. A heated indoor and outdoor pool, a fitness center and dining are on site, and free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking are all included, which suits a family road trip well. The Tides Wharf & Restaurant is a two-minute walk away. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 800 reviews, a strong score, so I would book it for the views and the inclusions.

Cabins with kitchens, an outdoor pool, and free parking for families and pets

Why guests love it

Outdoorsy Yosemite is an understated retreat of cabins with kitchens and free Wi-Fi, which suits families who want to cook and spread out. An outdoor pool and activities are on offer, free parking is on site, and the retreat is described as kid-friendly and pet-friendly. Bass Lake - Pines Resort is a seven-minute walk away. Guests rate it 8.4 across nearly 590 reviews, a good score, so I would book it for a self-catering outdoor stay.

Budget-friendly stay with free parking and pet-friendly rooms

Why guests love it

My take for families on a long drive: this is a simple, sensible overnight stop in Lost Hills rather than a place to linger. Free parking and pet-friendly rooms make arrival easy, minifridges help with snacks and milk, and the outdoor pool gives children a way to burn off energy after hours in the car. Free morning coffee and Wi-Fi cover the basics, and Del Mar Mexican Cuisine is a 2-minute walk for dinner.

Artists' cottages with free parking and kitchens, a minute from Carpenter St / 2nd Ave

Why guests love it

Carmel Resort Inn is a bed and breakfast from the early 1900s with artists' cottages, a setup that gives families a little more privacy than hotel corridors. Some rooms have kitchens, useful for simple meals with children, and two restaurants plus a cafe on site cover the rest. Free parking keeps things easy on a coastal road trip, pets are accepted, and the Carpenter St / 2nd Ave stop is a minute's walk away.

Ocean-view hot tub, free breakfast, and beach access with parking

Why guests love it

The Beachfront Inn & Suites at Dana Point is an informal two-star with beach access, which is what most families want on a coastal drive. Some rooms have kitchens and balconies, useful for longer stays, and the free breakfast covers the morning. The ocean-view hot tub is a pleasant end to a beach day, and on-site parking keeps the car close. Mission San Juan Capistrano is a short taxi ride away for a change from the sand.

Free on-site parking and a bus stop three minutes away on foot

Why guests love it

The Greens on Del Paso Blvd. is a contemporary three-star hotel with elegant rooms, an outdoor pool and a courtyard picnic area, which gives children room to play. Free parking, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi are on site, and the Del Paso Blvd & Hawthorne bus stop is a three-minute walk away. Guests rate it 7.6 across nearly 380 reviews, a decent score, so I would book it for the pool, the free parking and the easy bus access.

Budget lodging with an outdoor pool, fitness center, and on-site parking

Why guests love it

Motel 6 Ontario Convention Center-Airport is a budget-friendly two-star motel with air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor pool and a fitness center, which gives children something to do after a day on the road. Parking is on site, pets are accepted and the property is smoke-free. Wi-Fi is paid, so plan for that. A bus stop is six minutes away and Via-Mar Grill & Bar - Cantina four. Guests rate it 7.4 across more than 1,000 reviews.

Budget-friendly rooms with free parking and breakfast, 1 minute from the bus stop

Why guests love it

FairBridge Inn & Suites in Merced is a two-star stop for families heading towards Yosemite. Continental breakfast is included, so the day can start early, and an outdoor pool gives children a way to cool off after a hot drive through the Central Valley. Parking and Wi-Fi are free, pets are allowed, and a bus stop is a minute's walk away. Rooms are down-to-earth. A guest score of 7.4 from 152 reviews points to a fair, practical stay.

Lakeside budget inn with free parking and boat docking, 1 minute from Highway 20

Why guests love it

Lakeview Inn is a budget motor inn on the lakeside, a minute's walk from Highway 20 and 1st Street. For families on a road trip, free parking right by the room and a kitchen make it easy to stop for a night and cook a simple meal. Rooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, pets are allowed, and boat docking is available if you are travelling with one. A guest score of 7.0 from 215 reviews suggests a basic but fair stay.