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Experience the Best of Morro Bay Attractions

Overlooking Morro Bay and the Pacific Ocean on California's Central Coast, our enchanting hotel ideally puts you close to top things to do in the area. We're located on 4,000 magnificent acres in Morro Bay State Park, near wineries, antique shops, wildlife preserves, and centuries-old missions. Start planning your beachfront vacation with us.

Morro Bay Embarcadero

Morro Bay Embarcadero

Stroll along the waterfront and grab a bite at one of the restaurants looking out over the bay. Satisfy your sweet tooth with saltwater taffy, shop for souvenirs, and explore the T-shirt shops that line the Embarcadero.

Morro Bay State Park | 0.3 mile

Morro Bay State Park | 0.3 mile

Go sailing, fishing, hiking, or bird watching at this sprawling state park, located along the Morro Bay lagoon. Learn about the history of the area at the park's museum or explore Elfin Forest and its unique ecosystem and boardwalk trails.

VIEW DETAILS of Morro Bay State Park | 0.3 mile
Hearst Castle

Hearst Castle | 30.8 miles

Discover the lavish mansion and estate of William Randolph Hearst, one of the top Morro Bay activities. Take a guided tour of the castle and its gorgeous gardens and visit the Hearst Castle Theater. Then embark on a wine tasting adventure at a number of nearby wineries.

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Piedras Blancas Lighthouse | 36.3 miles

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse | 36.3 miles

Piedras Blancas Light Station provides a glimpse into our nation's past when lighthouses served a vital role in maritime navigation. Today it is managed as a historic park and wildlife sanctuary.

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Elfin Forest Preserve | 3.0 miles

Elfin Forest Preserve | 3.0 miles

Encompassing 90 acres of gorgeous forest, this unique reserve offers 11 miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails, as well as picnic areas and scenic mountain viewpoints.

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Wineries | 1.0 mile

Wineries | 1.0 mile

Set out for a wine tasting adventure on the Morro Bay Wine Trail with tasting rooms at nearby Harmony Cellars, Cayucos Cellars, and Aaron Hill Vineyards. The region is well known for its Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.

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San Luis Obispo | 13.2 miles

San Luis Obispo | 13.2 miles

San Luis Obispo is a city in California's Central Coast region and a perfect year-round destination with 315 days of sunshine a year. The city is most known for its farmers' market which attracts massive crowds on a weekly basis.

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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa | 13.4 miles

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa | 13.4 miles

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is a Spanish mission founded in 1772 by Father Junípero Serra. The mission offers public tours of the historic church and grounds year-round.

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Morro Bay Golf Course | 0.2 mile

Morro Bay Golf Course | 0.2 mile

Featuring stunning panoramic ocean views from every hole, Morro Bay Golf Course is an affordable experience for golfers at any experience level. The scenic course overlooks the quaint beach town of Morro Bay.

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Museum of Natural History | 0.4 mile

Museum of Natural History | 0.4 mile

Opened in 1962, the museum sits on a hill overlooking the Morro Bay estuary and features education and interactive exhibits on ecology, geology, oceanography, and local Native American culture.

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Morro Bay Rock | 1.3 miles

Morro Bay Rock | 1.3 miles

Our coastal city is most known for Morro Rock, an ancient volcanic mound at the end of Morro Rock Beach. Like our hotel, the rock sits within Morro Bay State Park among hiking trails, lagoons, trails, and a saltwater marsh filled with birds. The rock has been designated a bird sanctuary for the peregrine falcon and other bird species.

VIEW DETAILS of Morro Bay Rock | 1.3 miles
Morro Bay Maritime Museum | 1.1 miles

Morro Bay Maritime Museum | 1.1 miles

Managed and maintained by the Central Coast Maritime Museum Association, this museum features information and memorabilia celebrating the history of the maritime industry across the Central Coast.

VIEW DETAILS of Morro Bay Maritime Museum | 1.1 miles
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