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La Serena Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Morro Bay Art Association Gallery in Morro Bay

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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990 Morro Avenue, Morro Bay, CA, 93442
  • Place, Morro Bay Art Association Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Giant Chessboard
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Morro Rock Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living room | 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay stay.With a stay at this Downtown Morro Bay hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Morro Bay Art Association Gallery and 2 miles (3 km) of Morro Rock Beach. Morro Bay Golf Course is within 2 miles (3 km) and Moonstone Beach is within 25 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Giant Chessboard - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Morro Rock Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Morro Bay State Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Morro Bay Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 16 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Goddess Goods - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrau - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dorn's Breakers Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kelli's Candies - ‬7 min walk

About this property

La Serena Inn

Hotel near Morro Bay Art Association Gallery in Morro Bay
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at La Serena Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Morro Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
La Serena Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Morro Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is La Serena Inn to the airport?

La Serena Inn is 18.1 mi (37-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Serena Inn?

As of May 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Serena Inn on May 26, 2026 start from $99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does La Serena Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Serena Inn.

How close is La Serena Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 0.8 mi (3-min drive) from Morro Rock Beach and 1.4 mi (7-min drive) from Morro Strand State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Serena Inn offer free breakfast?

La Serena Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at La Serena Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Serena Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at La Serena Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does La Serena Inn have a pool?

La Serena Inn does not have a pool.

Does La Serena Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Serena Inn to downtown Morro Bay?

La Serena Inn is 0.1 mi away from Morro Bay.

La Serena Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
After booking i learned at arrival that the complementary breakfast waa canceled. Then while there the complementary lobby coffee was canceled disappinting
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nolberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, room decor was pretty decent. Could use a slight upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tina M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and very knowledgeable about the area. Clean rooms and cute deck area with a view if the rock. Covered parking. Centrally located and walking distance to restaurants and bars. Will definitely be a repeat customer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adelfa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful two-day stay. Rachel welcomed us with so much warmth! The room had a balcony which provided a great view of Morro Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Lona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I appreciated being within walking distance of the embarcadero. Front desk was very accommodating. Would have liked some add'l amenities like hand cream and herbal tea bags in the room. Also I had to plug the coffee pot in the bathroom to heat up water. Balcony could have been cleaner. Can't leave anything on it or seagulls arrive and get curious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice view, friendly staff, good food location, good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Devon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
15 kids running down the halls in middle of night. No staff working to address issue. I tried stopping them. But no one to correct it at lobby desk. Also the balcony isn’t a real balcony. No room for chairs or place to sit.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good Comfortable Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

catalina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
They stopped doing the breakfast on Jan 3rd???
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, professional, helpful, friendly staff. Reasonable rates. Though they did cut out the free breakfast offering, which I miss & hope they bring back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Pri

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Breakfast needs to improve. Elevator was down. Parking spots are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fine
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is clean and spacious in a good location. They discontinued breakfast which was a bit if an inconvenience because I didn’t have the time to get breakfast elsewhere. I booked through expedia and it currently says breakfast is included. Not sure if expedia is to blame or the hotel. Had I known breakfast was not an option, I would have planned accordingly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Our stay was great but they did not offer breakfast, not even continental. And they didn’t have coffee put out till after 8:30 am. But, we slept great on the bed and had a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy place within walking distance to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location, very clean and nice rooms with balcony and view of ocean (the rooms we had). Price was very reasonable as well. Walking distance to the Embarcadero. We had 3 rooms in total, all 3 were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Will not stay again. Tried calling hotel 3x to confirm a late check in, no answer. Left a message and hours later, I finally got a call. I was literally 20 minutes away, I had better hopes for check in only to be told their elevator was broken and she had to manually close the door. She could barely walk and was clearly annoyed she had to address this issue. Unless this was a ‘bad day’ there needs to be some retraining . Side note: There was no other ADA option for the 3 story building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie M

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean and spacious room, breakfast included, fast free WIFI.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Narek

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room felt neglected. The stuff was absent
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Siobhan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025