microwaves and minifridges, as well as rollaway beds and cribs, are available on request. the homey rooms come with cable tv, free wifi and ceiling fans. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. parking (some covered) is free. some have desks. this colorful budget hotel just off highway 101 lies in downtown san luis obispo, near shopping and dining, and a 10-minute walk from the historic fremont theatre San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 11 min
Visit SLO CAL (6 min) Monarch Butterfly Grove (17 min) Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Bubblegum Alley (15 min) An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Madonna Inn (6 min) Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Cerro San Luis Obispo (7 min) Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak. Oceano Dunes SVRA (20 min) Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. Downtown SLO (15 min) Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (13 min) Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Morro Bay State Park (17 min) Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (20 min) Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Avila Valley Barn (11 min) Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Dinosaur Caves Park (15 min) A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. Bishop Peak (11 min) Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum (6 min) Museum built in a restored freighthouse featuring exhibits on regional train history & themed rides. Museum of Natural History (18 min) Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. |