| whimsically themed rooms and suites with unique decor feature wi-fi access, flat-screen tvs and coffeemakers. among the on-site dining options are a steakhouse/lounge, a cafe and a bakery. a 4-minute drive from downtown, this kitschy, pink resort with a fairy-tale-cottage-style exterior is 12 miles from the monarch butterfly grove in pismo beach. there's also an elegant spa offering beauty and wellness treatments (fee). check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. minifridges are available upon request; some rooms have rock walls. amenities include a hilltop terrace with a bar, a heated infinity pool, 2 hot tubs and a 45-ft waterfall, plus a gym, and tennis and basketball courts
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 9 min
Dinosaur Caves Park (14 min)
A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. Madonna Inn (16 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Cerro San Luis Obispo (10 min)
Steep mountain with trails for hiking, running & mountain biking, plus sweeping views from the peak. Bubblegum Alley (8 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Montaña de Oro State Park (28 min)
Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Monarch Butterfly Grove (16 min)
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Museum of Natural History (22 min)
Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Oceano Dunes SVRA (18 min)
Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. Pismo State Beach (19 min)
Oceanfront park with 82 single-family campgrounds, native plants & wildlife & outdoor recreation. Visit SLO CAL (8 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 (9 min)
Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Morro Bay State Park (21 min)
Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (6 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (18 min)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. | 
