| free morning coffee and pastries are available. pets are welcome for a fee in some rooms. the straightforward, modern rooms feature cable tv, free wi-fi and microwaves, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. some rooms have kitchenettes. this modest hotel on route 1 is a 3-minute walk from oceano county park, 2. 5 miles from oceano dunes state recreation area. 7 miles from pismo beach pier and 13
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 16 min
Oceano Dunes SVRA (8 min)
Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. Bubblegum Alley (21 min)
An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes (32 min)
The 2nd-largest stretch of dunes in California, known for hiking, fishing & birdwatching. Avila Valley Barn (12 min)
Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce. Monarch Butterfly Grove (3 min)
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butteries in late October through February. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (19 min)
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Pismo Preserve (11 min)
900-acre nature preserve open to the public for docent-led hikes, runs, bike rides & horse rides. Dinosaur Caves Park (10 min)
A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs. Avila Hot Springs (12 min)
Discovered in 1907, the site offers a hot mineral soaking pool & heated freshwater pool with slides. Pismo State Beach (3 min)
Oceanfront park with 82 single-family campgrounds, native plants & wildlife & outdoor recreation. Madonna Inn (19 min)
Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Margo Dodd Park (12 min)
Small, grassy park atop a coastal bluff featuring a gazebo, ocean views & beach access. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (7 min)
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve (8 min)
A wide expanse of tall, undisturbed dunes leading down to the ocean attract hikers to this preserve. Lopez Lake (23 min)
Reservoir set in rocky hills, popular for hiking, kayaking & fishing, with shoreline campgrounds. | 
