| kids 18 and under stay free with an adult. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this unassuming lodging off highway 101 is a 3-minute drive from california polytechnic state university and an 11-minute drive to avila beach. all rooms include free wifi and tvs with premium cable channels, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. a complimentary continental breakfast is offered, as well as free coffee and guest laundry
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 9 min
Bishop Peak (11 min)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Monarch Butterfly Grove (16 min)
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Visit SLO CAL (14 min) Avila Valley Barn (9 min)
Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (18 min)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (15 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Madonna Inn (4 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Oceano Dunes SVRA (18 min)
Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. Downtown SLO (16 min) Morro Bay State Park (17 min)
Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Museum of Natural History (18 min)
Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Bubblegum Alley (14 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Cerro San Luis Obispo (5 min)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum (7 min)
Museum built in a restored freighthouse featuring exhibits on regional train history & themed rides. Dinosaur Caves Park (14 min)
A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. | 
