Inn at Avila Beach

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Avila Hot Springs

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A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass door, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a sofa, chairs, and potted plants.
A rustic room with a wooden ceiling, a bathtub, a leather sofa, and a TV.
A spacious living room with a tiled floor, a wooden coffee table with magazines, a fireplace, and a large cabinet with glass doors.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a wooden floor, a bed with a white bedspread, a brown sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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256 Front St, Avila Beach, CA, 93424
  • Place, Avila Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Coast Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Avila Beach Golf Resort
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Courtyard Room with Spa

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Courtyard Room with 2 Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Courtyard Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Avila Experience Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Thematic Design Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Avila Beach

Oceanside stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Avila Beach hotel, you'll find Avila Beach and Desire Sweet Shoppe. Avila Beach Community Center and Central Coast Aquarium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Avila Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Avila Beach Community Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Coast Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bob Jones City to Sea Bike Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Avila Beach Golf Resort - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 20 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mersea's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪San Luis Yacht Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kraken Coffee Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Bar And Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Vista Steak and Seafood - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Inn at Avila Beach

3-star hotel near Avila Hot Springs
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Avila Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Inn at Avila Beach offers 31 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Beach toys
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Inn at Avila Beach.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn at Avila Beach to the airport?

Inn at Avila Beach is 9.8 mi (14-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Inn at Avila Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn at Avila Beach.

How close is Inn at Avila Beach to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Avila Beach and 6.7 mi (9-min drive) from Pismo State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn at Avila Beach offer free breakfast?

Inn at Avila Beach offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Inn at Avila Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Central Coast Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Inn at Avila Beach?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Inn at Avila Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Inn at Avila Beach have a pool?

Inn at Avila Beach does not have a pool.

Does Inn at Avila Beach have a restaurant?

Inn at Avila Beach is home to Rooftop Coffee House, which features ocean views and a beachfront location.

Does Inn at Avila Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Inn at Avila Beach to downtown Avila Beach?

Inn at Avila Beach is 0.1 mi away from Avila Beach.

Inn at Avila Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great get away community for our Anniversary. Great hotel and great beach community.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once of the best places to stay in the Avila area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I always love staying here, perfect every time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast and excellent location. Didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great and the staff was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room, great breakfast! Love the location, footsteps to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice place, clean, staff were great, breakfast was fantastic, and the spa...killer. :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice location and nice staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing beach view, jetted tub, breakfast was amazing. We will stay again!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay…great views from the Balcony Room, really clean and staff makes you feel relaxed and comfortable… Best coffee in town and amazing breakfast…had a great time..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, excellent staff, kid friendly, great amenities like free bikes, loungers, umbrellas, bfast included was good- right across the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel, quirky yep...but in good way. Common areas have nice tranquil vibe, lots of plants and flowers. The beach... steps away. Shopping...steps away...restaurants...so many! So good! Had and excellent time...almost want to keep it a secret.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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It’s all about the breakfast overlooking Avila on the balcony of the hotel. Great place to retreat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Place was clean and very quiet and the breakfast and pie hour were amazing diffently recommend this place ,,oh forgot the Beach is right there..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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From the moment we arrived we were welcomed, staff was friendly and the extras that were offered by the hotel were wonderful. Breakfast on the top floor open patio overlooking the ocean was wonderful. We will definitely stay there again and again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What an Amazing weekend we had at Avila Beach. We went for our Anniversary and were so delighted with every single interaction with the staff. The location of this property could not have been better. We slept with the door open and the sound of ocean waves sang us to sleep. The view was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The sun deck at breakfast time is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service ! Everyone was helpful !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly and loved social hout
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing and really thoughtful amenities. The breakfast was also the best I’ve ever seen. Had a ham and Swiss croissant and an egg casserole.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the breakfast on the rooftop deck. Large tub in room was nice. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026