| theres an outdoor pool, in addition to free morning coffee and parking. 5-mile drive from mission san luis obispo de tolosa, 3. the modern rooms include flat-screen tvs with expanded cable channels, plus wood floors, granite countertops and wifi (fee). kids 17 and under stay free with an adult family member. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. 7 miles from san luis obispo county regional airport and 5. 4 miles from avila hot springs. off route 101, this unpretentious budget roadside lodging is also a 3
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 7 min
Avila Valley Barn (8 min)
Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (17 min)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Monarch Butterfly Grove (15 min)
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Montaña de Oro State Park (27 min)
Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Bubblegum Alley (9 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Morro Bay State Park (21 min)
Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Oceano Dunes SVRA (17 min)
Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. Avila Hot Springs (8 min)
Discovered in 1907, the site offers a hot mineral soaking pool & heated freshwater pool with slides. Museum of Natural History (22 min)
Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. Bishop Peak (11 min)
Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Pismo State Beach (18 min)
Oceanfront park with 82 single-family campgrounds, native plants & wildlife & outdoor recreation. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (7 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Madonna Inn (7 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Dinosaur Caves Park (13 min)
A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. Point San Luis Lighthouse (3 hr 29) | 
