upgraded rooms have wet bars, gas fireplaces, and/or private balconies with city or water views. traditional rooms with nautical-themed decor feature free wi-fi, coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. a 4-minute walk from the morro bay aquarium, this seaside, budget hotel is a half-mile from the shops, fish markets and eateries along the embarcadero, and 5 miles from morro rock and the elfin forest recreational reserve. theres also an outdoor hot tub. mini-suites are also available. complimentary amenities include on-site parking and continental breakfast served daily in the lobby San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 27 min
Black Hill (8 min) Volcano and mountain Bishop Peak (22 min) Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Bubblegum Alley (21 min) An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Coleman Park (13 min) Waterfront gathering place with scenic bay views, abundant bird life & picnic & playground areas. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (20 min) Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Morro Bay State Park (5 min) Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Morro Bay National Estuary Program (3 min) Estuary, nature, and sea otter Morro Strand State Beach (8 min) Unassuming protected beach used for picnicking, fishing, windsurfing & kite flying. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden (13 min) This botanical garden dedicated to Mediterranean ecosystems & plants also has miles of paved trails. Spooner's Cove (23 min) Secluded rocky cove sheltered by cliffs with tide pools & basic restrooms. Museum of Natural History (5 min) Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Elfin Forest (11 min) 90-acre natural area with prehistoric sand dunes, rare plants & birds, plus benches & a boardwalk. Montaña de Oro State Park (25 min) Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Madonna Inn (22 min) Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Morro Rock (7 min) An ancient volcanic plug formed by magma, this 581-foot rock is known as a harbor entrance landmark. |