| all individually decorated rooms include minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemakers, plus cable tv and free wi-fi. amenities include free continental breakfast and a wine and cheese hour, plus an exercise room and a whirlpool tub lined with roman-inspired murals. some feature balconies or fireplaces, and 2 suites have whirlpool tubs. located 3 blocks from highway 1 and a mile from morro bay state park, this unfussy hotel with moorish-style architecture is decorated with reproductions of artistic masterpieces. parking is free. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 24 min
Cayucos Beach (11 min)
Beach and surfing San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden (10 min)
This botanical garden dedicated to Mediterranean ecosystems & plants also has miles of paved trails. Museum of Natural History (6 min)
Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Morro Bay National Estuary Program (11 min)
Estuary, nature, and sea otter Morro Bay State Park (6 min)
Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Morro Strand State Beach (5 min)
Unassuming protected beach used for picnicking, fishing, windsurfing & kite flying. Elfin Forest (8 min)
90-acre natural area with prehistoric sand dunes, rare plants & birds, plus benches & a boardwalk. Morro Rock (6 min)
An ancient volcanic plug formed by magma, this 581-foot rock is known as a harbor entrance landmark. Montaña de Oro State Park (21 min)
Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Black Hill (9 min)
Volcano and mountain Bubblegum Alley (19 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Bishop Peak (20 min)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Madonna Inn (19 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Spooner's Cove (20 min)
Secluded rocky cove sheltered by cliffs with tide pools & basic restrooms. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (17 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. | 
