Retro coastal hideaway
A breezy mid-century motor lodge reimagined for the Central Coast, where guests gather on the rooftop deck for sunset Pacific views.
What it’s good at
Notable
Tasteful roadside motel reimagining with sun-bleached wood floors, turquoise accents, and Iron and Resin surf art.
Notable
Complimentary Linus cruisers, Bushnell binoculars, and Paso Robles wines orient guests toward the rugged Central Coast.
Listed
The oceanfront Sky Deck and casual lobby lounge provide breezy perches for local wines and sunset watching.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
The Cambria Beach Lodge takes a retro spin on coastal California beach house decor, with turquoise accents against white walls and clean, natural wood.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Moonstone Beach boardwalk sits right across the road, putting coastal tide pools and beloved local seafood spots within walking distance.
The rooms
Interiors pair sun-bleached timber with turquoise floors, while the standalone Beach House suite adds twin ocean-facing terraces and a fireplace.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Mornings start with local HoneyCo Roasters coffee and pastries, and the bar pours Paso Robles wines overlooking Moonstone Beach.
The 27-room lodge has everything modern travelers have come to expect from a boutique beachside hotel, including coastal-inspired decor, Linus bikes for tooling along the coast, a curated mini-bar…
How it began
In 2016, the classic roadside motel on Route 1 was stripped down and refitted as a relaxed surf and road-trip waystation.
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Gold
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Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.