Housed in an authentic log home, the J. Patrick House is nestled in a plush forest setting among verdant gardens. Its eight independently decorated rooms offer four-post queen and king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves and full bathrooms. There are no TVs or phones in the rooms, and no smoking or pets are allowed on the property. Amenities include a gourmet country breakfast, nightly wine and hors d'oeuvres and fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies with milk before bed. On weekends, the inn requires a minimum two-night stay.
Check-in is between 3 and 7 p.m.; check-out is before 11 a.m.
J. Patrick House Bed & Breakfast Inn
2990 Burton Dr.
Cambria, CA 93428
800-341-5258
jpatrickhouse.com
Located right on the beach with a view of the sea, the Pelican Cove Inn offers a variety of rooms and suites. Rooms come with either a king- or queen-sized bed; some have patios and/or ocean views. Suites, with a king-sized or two queen-sized beds, offer a patio or balcony and an ocean view; some have jacuzzi tubs. All rooms have fireplaces, TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves and Wi-Fi.
The inn also boasts an outdoor, heated pool and serves a buffet breakfast, wine and cheese in the afternoon and dessert and coffee in the evening. For dinner, the hotel offers specials at a nearby restaurant that serves American fare such as steak, prime rib and seafood.
Hotel check-in is after 3 p.m.; check-out is before 11 a.m.
Pelican Cove Inn
6316 Moonstone Beach Dr.
Cambria, CA 93428
800-966-6490
pelicansuites.com
Nestled on 25 wooded acres, the Cambria Pines offers guests rustic cabins, standard rooms or elegant suites. The cabins, located by the pool, feature a king-sized bed and fireplace. Standard rooms offer a king-sized or two queen-sized beds; some have fireplaces and patios. The suites, which can sleep up to six people, have one or two fireplaces, fridges and microwaves; some have a living and dining area with a wet bar. Pets are allowed in some rooms.
An on-site restaurant, with three intimate dining rooms and an outside patio, features organic produce from the lodge's garden and a range of fine wines. It also serves a hot buffet breakfast, weekend brunch and lunch. A lounge, boasting a fireplace, features live music. Guests can also receive a variety of treatments and massages at the lodge's spa.
Hotel check-in is after 3 p.m.; check-out is before 11 a.m.
Cambria Pines Lodge
2905 Burton Dr.
Cambria, CA 93428
800-445-6868
cambriapineslodge.com