Moonstone or Village?

Hello! My husband and I are trying to decide if we want to stay on Moonstone Drive or within walking distance to shops and the fabulous food finds within the town itself.

We are torn between wanting the ocean view and wanting to be able to drink ';too much'; wine at dinner!

Thoughts? Does being in the village really make up for no ocean view?

If we do stay on Moonstone drive, what is the best value (moderately priced hotel $150-$200)?

Thank you!

K

Moonstone or Village?

I would go for the ocean view! The most affordable lodging on Moonstone Beach Drive is Castle Inn by the Sea or San Simeon Pines Lodge.

You can dine at the Moonstone Beach Bar %26amp; Grill and walk back to your room from there or enjoy a glass at a restaurant in the village and have a bottle on hand when you return to your room to continue the fun.

Moonstone or Village?

Maybe ask the hotels/motels on Moonstone if any of them have bikes to rent or borrow..

There is a 3rd option too. The Cambria Pine Lodge with its one site restaurant and lounge. It has a mountain like feel to it as it is located in a forest area of Cambria

Check out the Fireside Inn on Moonstone Drive, there is a trolley also that runs in Cambria, your concierge could give you the hours it runs. Moonstone Beach is gorgeous, you should have the oceanviews, enjoy your time in Cambria! :)