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Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 4.3 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. University Of California Santa Cruz is 7.7 km away and Pasatiempo Golf Club is 9.1 km from the motel. Sunny Cove is my favorite hotel in S.C. Its location and beach access 😎 are perfect. Across the street, you can find the best tamales, and Starbucks is just around the corner. It feels safe, and Jane is available to help at any moment.

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9.1
Superb
384 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

Situated in Carmel in the California region, with Carmel Beach and Carmel Mission nearby, Forest Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

A fridge and coffee machine are also available. We actually got upgraded to the sister property of the Forest Lodge, Lamp Lighter Inn. Beautiful room, fireplace, jet soaking tub, huge room. Very close to the ocean.

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9.1
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$189
per night

Andril Fireplace Cottages offers accommodation in Pacific Grove and is situated on 2 acres of land. Barbecue facilities are available on site as well as outdoor seating areas.

Each room features a fireplace, a TV, and a telephone, as well as board games and DVDs for children. Each room includes an en suite bathroom. Individual villas with their own theme. Full kitchen and fireplace. Oh and room for the kids play. Walk to the beach.

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9.3
Superb
285 reviews
Price from
US$695
per night

A flat-screen TV with cable is featured in each amply furnished room at La Playa Carmel. A minibar and coffee-making facilities offer beverage options. Select rooms boast ocean views.

Carmel La Playa is 4 minutes’ walk from the beach. Monterey Airport is 5 miles away. Location is perfect, Staff are so friendly. I recommand to stay as long as you can to enjoy the hotel and the facilities

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9
Superb
201 reviews
Price from
US$429
per night

*Adults Only* Just 10 minutes’ walk from Capitola Beach and Wharf, this luxurious B&B offers an evening wine reception complete with appetizers. A full breakfast is served daily. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Beautiful turn-of-the-century charming property with wonderful upkeep. Secured access from street.

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9.2
Superb
146 reviews
Price from
US$306.90
per night

Located in downtown Carmel, Carriage House Inn is within 10 minutes' drive from Pebble Beach and 17 Mile Drive. A free continental breakfast tray and newspaper are delivered to guest suites daily.

Featuring a fireplace, each elegant room provides a free snack basket, a flat-screen satellite TV, free Wi-Fi and a mini fridge stocked with free drinks at the Carriage House Inn. Select suites feature a two-person spa bath or two fireplaces. Breakfast and service exceptional. Quiche was beyond expectations and staff in the lobby made an oat milk cappuccino for me!

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9.7
Exceptional
221 reviews
Price from
US$389
per night

This Capitola hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from central Santa Cruz and New Brighton State Beach. It features an outdoor pool, and spacious suites with 32-inch flat-screen TVs and an iPod docking station. Everything was great. The only thing I would recommend is that the breakfast food area be expanded. It is very small and does not accommodate enough people.

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9
Superb
332 reviews
Price from
US$139
per night

Set 1.1 km from Lovers Point Beach, Green Gables Inn, A Four Sisters Inn offers 3-star accommodation in Pacific Grove and features a garden. The property is around 14 km from Point Lobos State Reserve, less than 1 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium and a 16-minute walk from Cannery Row. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.1 km from Presidio Of Monterey Museum. Victorian charm with modern amenities. Seaside location near shops and restaurants. Delicious breakfasts.

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9.3
Superb
198 reviews
Price from
US$373.44
per night

Situated directly on the beach, the Spindrift Inn offers elegant accommodations in the heart of Monterey. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and a complimentary continental breakfast is provided. It was the most recommended hotel when we were looking to book for a short holiday and it is very clear why. The hotel is in the middle of all the good and tourist friendly places, hence walking around was always a good option. The rooms are exceptionally clean and have a cozy, inviting feeling to them. Interestingly, the hotel was busy even after "holiday season", after the schools have begun, hinting at the popularity of Monterey and the hotel itself. Some highlights: complimentary wine in the evening. A "menu" of pillows (around 8) to choose from for your personal preference and comfort, in the room.

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9
Superb
915 reviews
Price from
US$299
per night

Sanctuary Beach Resort features a flat-screen TV and free WiFi in every guest room. Rooms also offer fireplaces and MP3 docking stations. Views of the ocean or the surrounding dunes are also available. Very peacful place sitting right on the sea. Would love to visit again.

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9.1
Superb
294 reviews
Price from
US$339.15
per night

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