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Central California, nestled between the vibrant Southern and Northern regions of the state, offers a diverse and captivating travel experience. Known for its rich agricultural heritage, this region encompasses the northern San Joaquin Valley, parts of the Central Coast, and the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills. Visitors can explore bustling cities like Fresno, Bakersfield, and Stockton, each offering unique cultural and historical attractions. The Central Coast is renowned for its picturesque beaches and charming towns like Santa Cruz and Salinas, perfect for a relaxing getaway. Nature enthusiasts will find the Sierra Nevada's hiking trails and national parks irresistible. Top attractions include the stunning Yosemite National Park, the historic Hearst Castle, and the serene Monterey Bay Aquarium. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Central California's diverse landscapes and vibrant communities make it an ideal destination for travelers.

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Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5
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Motel in Kern County, Buttonwillow · 139.95 km from centre

6.2

 

957 reviews

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Located in Buttonwillow, Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 is within a 10-minute drive of Buttonwillow Recreation Park and Kern Country Sheriff's Office. This motel is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Tule Elk State Natural Reserve.

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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Atascadero
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Hotel in San Luis Obispo County, Atascadero · 147.67 km from centre

10.0

 

2 reviews

Located off Highway 101 in Paso Robles Wine Country, Colony Inn features an outdoor seasonal pool. All guest rooms include free WiFi and a flat-screen cable TV.

A microwave, fridge and coffee maker are provided in all rooms at Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Atascadero. Each warmly decorated room includes a spacious work desk and ironing facilities.

Free parking is included. Over 200 wineries are located nearby for touring and tasting. Pismo Beach and Morro Bay Harbor are within 25 minutes' drive.

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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South
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Hotel in Bakersfield · 153.50 km from centre

6.0

 

1,095 reviews

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With a stay at La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South in Bakersfield, you'll be in the business district, just a 3-minute walk from Buck Owens Crystal Palace and 8 minutes by foot from Bakersfield Heart Hospital. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kern River and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Heart Hospital.

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Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
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Hotel in Bakersfield · 155.14 km from centre

7.0

 

943 reviews

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A stay at Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North places you in the heart of Bakersfield, within a 5-minute drive of Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Kern River. This hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Fox Theater and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Mechanics Bank Arena.

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Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
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Motel in Bakersfield · 162.87 km from centre

7.2

 

1,071 reviews

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Located in Bakersfield, Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South is in the suburbs, a 3-minute drive from Bowlero Bakersfield and 5 minutes from Valley Plaza Mall. This motel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from The Empty Space and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Bakersfield Sports Village.

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Creekside Inn Downtown
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Inn in Cambria · 163.99 km from centre

8.9

 

909 reviews

Located on Main Street, this hotel is just a 5-minute walk from downtown Cambria. The Creekside Inn Downtown features a colorful garden and every accommodations includes free Wi-Fi.

Each room at Creekside provides a cable TV and comfortable seating area.

The hotel is just 2 miles from Moonstone Beach. The Hearst Castle and Elephant Seal Rookery are each a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

This hotel is completely nonsmoking.

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The Rigdon House
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Hotel in Cambria · 164.52 km from centre

9.6

 

961 reviews

With a stay at The Rigdon House in Cambria, just steps from Fiscalini Ranch Preserve and Cambria’s Historical Museum. This hotel is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Hearst Castle and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Moonstone Beach Park.

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Cambria Pines Lodge
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Hotel in Cambria · 164.65 km from centre

9.0

 

922 reviews

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Located in Cambria, Cambria Pines Lodge is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Fiscalini Ranch Preserve and Cambria’s Historical Museum. This spa hotel is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Hearst Castle and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Moonstone Beach Park.

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Sea Otter Inn
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Hotel in Cambria · 165.41 km from centre

9.4

 

969 reviews

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With a stay at Sea Otter Inn in Cambria, you'll be by the ocean, a 4-minute walk from Moonstone Beach and 13 minutes by foot from Moonstone Beach Park. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Hearst Castle and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from San Simeon State Park.

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Cambria Landing Inn & Suites
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Hotel in Cambria · 165.44 km from centre

8.6

 

965 reviews

Located in Cambria, Cambria Landing Inn & Suites is by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Leffingwell Landing and Moonstone Beach Park. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Nitt Witt Ridge and 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from William Randolph Hearst State Park.

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Apple Farm
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Hotel in San Luis Obispo · 166.37 km from centre

9.0

 

1,374 reviews

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A stay at Apple Farm places you in the heart of San Luis Obispo, within a 5-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Fremont Theater. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Bubblegum Alley.

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Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
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Motel in Morro Bay · 167.40 km from centre

7.4

 

962 reviews

When you stay at Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA in Morro Bay, you'll be by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Morro Bay State Park and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Morro Rock Beach and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Morro Strand State Beach.

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Avenue Inn Downtown District SLO
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Inn in San Luis Obispo · 168.67 km from centre

8.1

 

1,057 reviews

Less than 5 minutes' walk from Historic Downtown San Luis Obispo, this motel features free parking and guest rooms with free WiFi.

A cable TV with HBO film channels is provided in each room at Avenue Inn Downtown District SLO. Guest rooms include a microwave and a small refrigerator. A work desk and ironing facilities are also available.

A 24-hour front desk and a business center are featured for guest convenience at San Luis Obispo Avenue Inn Downtown. Truck and RV parking are available.

The San Luis Obispo Downtown Trolley Ride is just 15 minutes’ walk from the motel. Avila Beach and Pismo beach, home of the Monarch Butterflies, are both 15 minutes’ drive away.

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Chic San Luis Obispo Condo Near Hiking and Beaches!
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Apartment in San Luis Obispo · 168.80 km from centre

Chic San Luis Obispo Condo Near Hiking and Beaches! is located in San Luis Obispo, just 30 miles from Paso Robles Event Center and 1.3 miles from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is 3.4 miles from the apartment, while Clark Center for the Performing Arts is 13 miles from the property. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 1.9 miles away.

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Inn At Morro Bay
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Hotel in Morro Bay · 169.58 km from centre

8.2

 

961 reviews

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When you stay at Inn At Morro Bay in Morro Bay, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Morro Bay State Park and 7 minutes by foot from Museum of Natural History. This golf hotel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Montaña de Oro State Park.

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Madonna Inn
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Hotel in San Luis Obispo · 169.70 km from centre

9.0

 

1,023 reviews

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With a stay at Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo (Laguna), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. This spa hotel is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Pismo Beach Pier and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Avila Beach.

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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
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Motel in San Luis Obispo · 170.14 km from centre

8.4

 

990 reviews

With a stay at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo (Laguna), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Bubblegum Alley and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. This motel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Fremont Theater and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

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Back Bay Inn
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Hotel in San Luis Obispo County, San Luis Obispo · 171.54 km from centre

9.1

 

91 reviews

Ideally located in the center of San Luis Obispo, Back Bay Inn has free WiFi throughout the property and a garden. The property is around 13 miles from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 15 miles from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 25 miles from Clark Center for the Performing Arts. Some accommodations at the property have a balcony with a garden view.

The rooms include a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen equipped with a fridge.

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 14 miles from the property.

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Hotel Calle Joaquin
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Hotel in San Luis Obispo · 172.42 km from centre

7.0

 

487 reviews

When you stay at Hotel Calle Joaquin in San Luis Obispo, you'll be in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of Avila Hot Springs and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. This hotel is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Pismo Beach Pier and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Johnson Ranch Open Space.

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Contenta Inn
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Motel in Monterey Wine Country, Carmel Valley · 172.84 km from centre

8.0

 

237 reviews

When you a stay at Contenta Inn in Carmel Valley, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute walk of Parsonage Estate Winery and Bernardus Winery Tasting Room. This motel is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and 14.6 mi (23.4 km) from 17-Mile Drive.

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