| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. freebies include continental breakfast and parking for cars and large vehicles. some add sitting areas or balconies. set near highway 1, this straightforward budget hotel is a 13-minute walk from the mission san luis obispo de tolosa and 2 miles from california polytechnic state university. relaxed rooms, accessed by exterior corridors, feature tvs, coffeemakers and complimentary wi-fi, plus minifridges and microwaves
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 11 min
Monarch Butterfly Grove (17 min)
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Montaña de Oro State Park (31 min)
Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (8 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Morro Bay State Park (20 min)
Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (19 min)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Dinosaur Caves Park (15 min)
A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. Museum of Natural History (21 min)
Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Visit SLO CAL (17 min) Bubblegum Alley (5 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Downtown SLO (6 min) Bishop Peak (12 min)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Avila Valley Barn (10 min)
Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Cerro San Luis Obispo (8 min)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak. Madonna Inn (6 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Pismo State Beach (20 min)
Oceanfront park with 82 single-family campgrounds, native plants & wildlife & outdoor recreation. | 
