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La Serena Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Morro Bay Art Association Gallery

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Lobby
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec

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)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living room

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Morro Bay

At La Serena Inn, you'll be steps from Morro Bay Art Association Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a library and a terrace. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this Downtown Morro Bay hotel you'll find California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

What's nearby

  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Giant Chessboard - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Morro Rock Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Morro Bay State Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Morro Bay Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪High Tide - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carousel Taffy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kelli's Candies - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Goddess Goods - ‬7 min walk

About this property

La Serena Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Morro Bay Art Association Gallery
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. 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
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
La Serena Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Morro Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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 aged 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.

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 and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Serena Inn?

La Serena Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Serena Inn on 18 Dec 2025 start from AU$161.80, 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 La Serena Inn?

Yep, La Serena Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to La Serena Inn?

Yep, La Serena Inn is a short 16-minute walk from Morro Rock Beach.

Does La Serena Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Serena Inn?

No, La Serena Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Serena Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at La Serena Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

La Serena Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 633 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

R E

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great location, some quirks.

An unusual start when the guys checking us in told us they practiced for D Day on the local beaches, so ‘we could come and save you from the Germans’, more than slightly offensive. Hotel good location though, great rooms, but why all the plastic knives and forks in the breakfast buffet? Everything you used went straight in the bin. As it’s in an eco area, that could be improved on.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dionna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Serena Inn was wonderful for our overnight stay in Morro Bay. The staff was inviting. The room was clean with a cute balcony. The beds were semi comfortable. But not a deal breaker. Breakfast wasnt all that. But again not a deal breaker. There are other options around town within walking distance. Overall stay was a 8 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

alexandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Not worth $300+ a night but beds are comfy, clean room, simple.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Above average breakfast! Lovely, bird themed decor, and great views from the third floor!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Spacious, modern, comfortable, clean, nice little breakfast, good location, nice sitting areas on upper floors, covered parking, everything was just right
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Easy walk to the Embarcadero. The venue offers breakfast in the morning. Wish it began before 7:30. Some of us are early risers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Parul

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay in Morro Bay

My family had a wonderful stay at the inn. Very walkable location, clean room, good breakfast and the vibe in Morro Bay is so much better than Pismo Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in nice location just a short walk from the seafront and restaurants. Very helpful staff, sorted out a vegan restaurant for us after arriving late. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk both check in and out, spacious room, great view and location. Only complaints were hair on the bathroom floor and towels. Also, the lady in the breakfast room was unfriendly... even my older kids didn't feel comfortable getting their own food and wanted us to help them out for fear of getting yelled at. I felt for the price, maybe breakfast options could have been a bit better as well. Other than that it was a solid place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room and bed were great the person on the desk at check in was fantastic the breakfast was a letdown, more like breakfast snacks not what I would call a breakfast like other hotels provide
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean area. Breakfast could use some meats cereal or waffles was pretty much it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was within walking distance of the shops and restaurants. We did pay for an ocean view room, you had to go out on the patio to see a partial bay view. You couldn’t see the ocean from our room.
View from inside the room
View from patio
View from patio
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chiaki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in was slow, but everything else was good. Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I hate this hotel noise , bright so much light from under the door to the microwave. And I got a severe rash from the sheets
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well kept property. Breakfast could use an upgrade. Only egg option is hard boiled and the presentation was poor. Eggs all has holes poked in them looking like they were about to hatch. No bacon or sausage options. Both mornings the juice containers were empty as well as coffee on day one. I witnessed another customer ask for more waffle batter and was told that it would take 30 minutes to make so she was not going to put more out. This was near the end of breakfast hours but she should have been aware of it running out and made it sooner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tanda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
All the new owners would like to do is complain about previous owners. Yet when i realized that i was put in a room next to a non stop barking dog becuase that guest booked prior to policy changes. The new staff did nothing to fix the problem and apparently if u book with Expedia u cant get a refund. Also beware of the pictures because half the rooms have a view of the back side of local liquor store dumpsters and zero coastal views. This place is not worth the price and there are many other options in morro with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VIJAY

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very well maintained property and the staff was super nice. We loved the breakfast, well decorated corridors and room. The room was very spacious with beautiful ocean views. I wish we would have stayed here longer. Will certainly recommend to my friends and colleagues.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well located facility - very friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast offering - overall just a pleasure to spend a night there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025