Cavalier Oceanfront Resort (San Simeon)

★★★★★

Looking down a green field to the coast at night. A path winds toward the ocean. Low, lit buildings are in the distance. A bright orange light shines out near the end of the path.Calling it a resort is pushing it—it’s really just a very nice motel—but we had absolutely no complaints. The service was friendly, the bed was comfortable, everything was clean and worked (including the free wifi). It’s right on the coast, with a wide lawn atop a bluff where you can sit and watch the waves come in. At night they light up firepits, and you can sit, keep warm, and listen to the ocean. Even the standard room had a well-stocked mini-bar. We’ve been talking about going back to Hearst Castle to catch the tours we missed, and we’ll probably stay here again. (Update 2009: We did!)

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Located at 9415 Hearst DriveSan Simeon, CA 93452 US

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