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Situated on the California Coast, between San Francisco and Los Angeles, this modern day castle is rich in early 20th century history and packed full of breath-taking scenery. The castle was built by newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst in the early 1920’s. Today, his lavish estate is a California state park and national monument. Although the castle’s location is remote, millions of people flock to it each year to tour the grounds and various structures. The rooms and halls of the castle are full of antiques, rare art and stunning architecture; while the grounds host several elaborate pools and views of the California coast. There are three different tours offered throughout the day and evening. Each tour focuses on a different part of the estate, the ‘grand rooms’ tour focuses on the main structures and public rooms, the ‘upstairs suits’ tour offer a glimpse into the lavish living quarters, and the ‘cottages and grounds’ tour looks at some of the smallest buildings and surrounding lands. If you plan on making your visit to Hearst Castle just one stop on a longer road trip, you might want to check out what other major cities near the castle have to offer. About three hours south of the castle is the city of Los Angeles, where there are more sights and attractions than you can fit into one vacation. For a list of attractions see our Choice Hotels in Los Angeles, California. Whether it is just a stop on your road trip or the focus of your visit, this California state park is guaranteed to leave an impression that lasts a forever. Stay at one of our Choice Hotels near Hearst Castle for the affordability and convenience you need to make the most out of your visit. Book now and take advantage of our Best Internet Rate Guarantee.