| amenities include 2 sundecks, with 1 featuring harbor views. close to scenic highway 1, overlooking morro rock, this low-rise hotel is 7 minutes walk from the embarcadero. some have ocean views and fireplaces. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the unfussy rooms have exterior corridors, and come with free wi-fi, cable tv with premium channels, dvd players, coffeemakers and minifridges
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 25 min
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (18 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Morro Rock (6 min)
An ancient volcanic plug formed by magma, this 581-foot rock is known as a harbor entrance landmark. Black Hill (8 min)
Volcano and mountain Morro Bay National Estuary Program (5 min)
Estuary, nature, and sea otter Elfin Forest (9 min)
90-acre natural area with prehistoric sand dunes, rare plants & birds, plus benches & a boardwalk. Spooner's Cove (21 min)
Secluded rocky cove sheltered by cliffs with tide pools & basic restrooms. Cayucos Beach (12 min)
Beach and surfing Bubblegum Alley (20 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden (11 min)
This botanical garden dedicated to Mediterranean ecosystems & plants also has miles of paved trails. Morro Bay State Park (4 min)
Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Museum of Natural History (5 min)
Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Morro Strand State Beach (6 min)
Unassuming protected beach used for picnicking, fishing, windsurfing & kite flying. Montaña de Oro State Park (23 min)
Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Madonna Inn (20 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Bishop Peak (21 min)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. | 
