San Simeon travel guide

San Simeon Tourism | San Simeon Guide

You're Going to Love San Simeon

With a population of 462, San Simeon is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in San Simeon to see all of its attractions.

When to visit San Simeon

San Simeon in January
Estimated hotel price
$74
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Simeon in January
Estimated hotel price
$74
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to San Simeon in July, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 62.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in San Simeon, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to San Simeon

Plane

Although San Simeon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 42 miles from San Simeon. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Avianca and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to San Simeon departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to San Simeon. The train journey from San Simeon to Van Nuys takes 4h 34m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Burbank, expect to pay about $43 for a 5h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to San Simeon is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 196 miles from San Simeon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to San Simeon.

Plane

Although San Simeon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 42 miles from San Simeon. San Luis Obispo County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Avianca and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to San Simeon departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to San Simeon. The train journey from San Simeon to Van Nuys takes 4h 34m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Burbank, expect to pay about $43 for a 5h 07m trip.

Car

Another option to get to San Simeon is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 196 miles from San Simeon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to San Simeon.

Airlines serving San Simeon

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (477 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,770 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,545 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,603 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (961 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,322 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (770 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,785 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (137 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (441 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of San Simeon

Most booked hotels in San Simeon

Quality Inn Near Hearst Castle
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2708 reviews)
$104+
The Morgan Hotel San Simeon
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1466 reviews)
$114+
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1219 reviews)
$183+
Silver Surf Motel
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1392 reviews)
$85+
San Simeon Lodge
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1914 reviews)
$89+
Sands by The Sea
2 stars
Good (7.5, 1447 reviews)
$93+

Renting a car in San Simeon

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in San Simeon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in San Simeon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.