casual, simply furnished rooms feature electric fireplaces, smart tvs and free wi-fi, as well as microwaves and minifridges. upgraded rooms add balconies and/or bay views. complimentary perks include continental breakfast, parking and an all-day espresso bar. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this unpretentious hotel is 2 blocks from morro bay, and 1 each from both highway 1 and morro bay state park San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport 26 min
Madonna Inn (21 min) Kitschy rooms with unique decor, plus a terrace bar & an infinity pool with a 45-ft waterfall. Black Hill (7 min) Volcano and mountain Montaña de Oro State Park (24 min) Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring. Museum of Natural History (4 min) Set on a scenic estuary, this museum provides interactive ecology exhibits, education & a gift shop. 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. Bubblegum Alley (21 min) An estimated 2 million pieces of chewed gum line the walls of this 70-ft. pedestrian passage. Morro Bay State Park (4 min) Waterfront recreation area offering sailing, fishing, hiking, bird-watching, golfing & more. Elfin Forest (10 min) 90-acre natural area with prehistoric sand dunes, rare plants & birds, plus benches & a boardwalk. Spooner's Cove (23 min) Secluded rocky cove sheltered by cliffs with tide pools & basic restrooms. Bishop Peak (22 min) Various trails lead to this peak resembling a bishop's miter that is also a popular climbing spot. Morro Bay National Estuary Program (2 min) Estuary, nature, and sea otter Morro Strand State Beach (7 min) Unassuming protected beach used for picnicking, fishing, windsurfing & kite flying. Coleman Park (15 min) Waterfront gathering place with scenic bay views, abundant bird life & picnic & playground areas. Morro Rock (7 min) An ancient volcanic plug formed by magma, this 581-foot rock is known as a harbor entrance landmark. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden (12 min) This botanical garden dedicated to Mediterranean ecosystems & plants also has miles of paved trails. |