| 6 miles from edna valley vineyard. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. traditional rooms all have patios or balconies with ocean views, and come with free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs with premium channels, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. offering a glass-walled lobby with sweeping views, this oceanfront hotel is 2. suites add pull-out sofas, and some quarters have kitchenettes. other amenities include an outdoor pool and hot tub, a fitness room, a business center, and bookable in-room massages. 2 miles from the monarch butterfly grove and 7. complimentary perks include a continental breakfast buffet and parking San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 15 min
Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes (41 min) The 2nd-largest stretch of dunes in California, known for hiking, fishing & birdwatching. Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (9 min) Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife. Lopez Lake (22 min) Reservoir set in rocky hills, popular for hiking, kayaking & fishing, with shoreline campgrounds. Oceano Dunes SVRA (8 min) Sand-dune complex & off-roading area with campsites & swimming, plus birding & surf fishing. Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve (11 min) A wide expanse of tall, undisturbed dunes leading down to the ocean attract hikers to this preserve. Bubblegum Alley (16 min) An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Madonna Inn (14 min) Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Margo Dodd Park (4 min) Small, grassy park atop a coastal bluff featuring a gazebo, ocean views & beach access. Point San Luis Lighthouse (3 hr 7) Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (14 min) Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop. Pirates Cove Beach (12 min) Central Coast Aquarium (11 min) Quaint, longtime aquarium with hands-on marine life exhibits & activities focusing on local species. Avila Hot Springs (7 min) Discovered in 1907, the site offers a hot mineral soaking pool & heated freshwater pool with slides. Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards (11 min) Quaint local vineyard in charming surrounds offering a range of wines, plus tastings & events. |