Bay View Inn places you steps from The Giant Chessboard and within a short 5-minute stroll of Morro Bay Art Association Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a rooftop terrace. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and express check-in. Plus you'll find express check-out, a fireplace in the lobby and a vending machine. .In proximity to this Downtown Morro Bay hotel you'll find California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
What's nearby
The Giant Chessboard - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Heron and Cormorant Rookery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Morro Rock Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Morro Bay State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo Station - 17 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Scout Coffee Co. - 6 min walk
Goddess Goods - 4 min walk
Great American Fish Company - 6 min walk
Hofbrau - 2 min walk
Dorn's Breakers Cafe - 3 min walk
About this property
Bay View Inn
Bay View Inn offers its guests a rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and a fireplace in the lobby. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bay View Inn also features express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available.
This Morro Bay hotel is smoke free.
22 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Terrace on the roof
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Express check-out
Fireplace in lobby
No smoking on site
Bay View Inn offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
2 floors
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Property is also known as
Bay View Inn
Bay View Inn Morro Bay
Bay View Morro Bay
Bay View Hotel Morro Bay
Bay View Morro
Bay View Inn Hotel
Bay View Inn Morro Bay
Bay View Inn Hotel Morro Bay
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Bay View Inn?
Bay View Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Bay View Inn?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay View Inn on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$127, 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.
Is parking available at Bay View Inn?
Yep, Bay View Inn has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Bay View Inn?
Yep, Bay View Inn is a short 13-minute walk from Morro Rock Beach.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay View Inn?
No, Bay View Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Bay View Inn?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Bay View Inn?
No, only service animals are allowed.
Bay View Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1001 reviews
10 - Excellent
464
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1001 reviews
8 - Good
325
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1001 reviews
6 - Okay
124
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews
4 - Poor
50
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1001 reviews
2 - Terrible
38
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
gabrole
Travelled with family and small children
10 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was great, spacious and clean. Host was great. People living there were scuzzy, and the outside carpets in the lower levels smelled like urine. The view was a 10. Had potential but definitely rough on the outside for someone wanting to enjoy they're time by the coast.
gabrole
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joshua
5 Jan 2026
Joshua
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Lester
Travelled with family
31 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean, maybe recently renovated, and very close to the warf and restaurant area. Pretty good views also
Perfect location for walking around the touristy area as well as downtown. Clean, simple room. Comfortable bed, big TV, views of the bay. Excellent value.
Erin
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Laurie
30 Dec 2025
Bathroom updated but not much else. Dated/worn furniture. Broken window coverings which detracted from the beautiful view.
Laurie
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Lynda
Travelled with family
30 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, beds were comfortable. The only issue we had was with the shower, low pressure and stayed lukewarm. But we still enjoyed our stay, close to the waterfront and restaurants.
Room was clean. Friendly staff. A bit dated but priced right. Super close to shopping. Definitely returning.
Jose
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Clifford
22 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We come here almost every month. That's how much we like this for the affordable rooms and pleasant stay.
Clifford
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cecilia
Travelled with family
22 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have stayed at this very cute location two times now. Always very clean. The staff is very friendly and the prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend staying at this place.
Manager was rude and abusive. Extremely bad customer service.
Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
2/10 Terrible
Michael
2 Dec 2025
I was looking to get an email confirming my reservation but because I never received an email I thought the reservation didn't go through so I booked at another hotel in Morro Bay. When I checked my voicemail the morning of November 29th I had a message asking I was going to check in. It was then 9:30 pm when voicemail was left. I was still charged for the stay and have not been a to talk with a live agent
Best room on the property great management and staff clean well kept will book room at this motel again soon recommend it to any and all who are looking for a great room over looking the ocean
Kenneth
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Christina
Travelled with family
13 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and comfortable, however, the blinds were in disrepair. The manager told me new blinds were already ordered and on their way. I would definitely stay again.
Christina
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Russell
12 Nov 2025
Russell
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Andy
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Cute motel, tight parking, easy walking distance to the Embarcadero. Super friendly front desk guy. Older building but upgraded interiors with a fridge and microwave. Suited me just fine.
How this hotel received a rating over 8 I’ll never understand. We only intended to stay one night so it met our need but it was not a nice place for the night. The room was not clean, there was a dingy odor, and I didn’t even want to walk barefoot on the carpet. The bathroom was decent but the tub valve leaked all night. We had an early morning planned but were woken by the upstairs neighbors beginning their day in a very noisy fashion. It’s hard to find a nice hotel for a decent price, but we left very disappointed and will not be returning to this place.