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Hotel La Serena, Morro Bay
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About the Hotel
990 Morro Avenue,
Morro Bay,
California,
United States,
93442,
California
La Serena Inn, a 3-star Morro Bay hotel, offers budget-friendly accommodations just blocks from the scenic Embarcadero and waterfront restaurants. Guests can enjoy an outdoor sun terrace and convenient in-room amenities.
Rooms & Amenities
Each guest room at La Serena Inn features modern décor, air conditioning, satellite flat-screen TVs, high-speed WiFi, and coffeemakers. Selected rooms offer sofa beds, kitchenettes, and stunning ocean views. Full view Morro Rock rooms are available for guests wanting the best sightlines.
Services & Local Area
La Serena Inn is pet-friendly, offering select accommodations for guests with pets. The hotel also features a business center and a meeting room for corporate needs, along with a friendly 24-hour front desk to assist with bookings and inquiries.
Nearby Attractions
The hotel is conveniently located near attractions such as Morro Rock, Morro Bay Skateboard Museum, and Montaña de Oro State Park. Guests can explore local shops and enjoy dining options like The Galley Seafood Grill & Bar and Tognazzini’s Dockside Restaurant.
Leisure Activities
La Serena Inn provides a relaxing outdoor sun terrace, perfect for soaking up views of Morro Rock and the Pacific Ocean. Guests can partake in activities like kayaking and bird watching in the nearby habitats that support over 400 bird species.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Wonderful Breakfast!
“The breakfast deck was absolutely good, offering a superb selection of items while I enjoyed stunning views of Morro Rock.” view full review
Cozy Atmosphere
“I loved the cozy sitting areas on each floor, complete with books and beautiful bird paintings that enhanced the relaxing vibe.” view full review
Spacious Comfort
“Our room was impressively large and impeccably clean, with a very comfortable bed that made for a perfect night's sleep.” view full review
Tranquil Outdoor Spaces
“The outdoor patio spaces provided a lovely environment to unwind, complete with serene views of the gardens and the iconic rock.” view full review
General
Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Golf course
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Sun terrace
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
990 Morro Avenue,
Morro Bay,
California,
United States,
93442,
California
Map view
990 Morro Avenue,
Morro Bay,
California,
United States,
93442,
California
City landmarks
Mountain
Morro Rock
2.2
km
1210 Embarcadero
Morro Bay Maritime Museum
600 m
Zoo
Morro Bay Aquarium
610 m
Nature reserve
Morro Bay National Estuary Program Nature Center
940 m
60 State Park Rd
Morro Bay State Park
2.4
km
Museum
Museum of Natural History
2.4
km
Park
Centennial Parkway
880 m
Aquarium
Morro Bay Aquarium and Gift Shop
940 m
Amusement Park
Monte Young Park
1.0
km
Park
Bayshore Bluffs Park
1.8
km
Gallery
Forever Stoked Gallery
1.7
km
Upper State Park Rd
Black Hill Trail
2.0
km
Morro Bay
Heron and Cormorant Rookery
2.2
km
South Bay Blvd.
Morro Bay National Estuary
2.7
km
2650 Main Street
Spencer's Fresh Market
2.5
km
Black Hill
2.9
km
State Park Road
Morro Bay Boardwalk
2.7
km
Morro Bay
3.0
km
Park
Del Mar Park
3.5
km
Cerro Cabrillo
3.7
km
Beach
Morro Strand State Beach
3.9
km
Forest
Elfin Forest Preserve
4.4
km
Nearby
Park
Anchor Memorial Park
380 m
Museum
Morro Bay Skateboard Museum
530 m
Gallery
Fiona Bleu Gallery
380 m
Gallery
John Ramos Gallery
360 m
Amusement Park
Tidelands Park
600 m
415 Morro Bay Boulevard
Sunshine Health Foods
410 m
730 Quintana Road
Albertsons
570 m
Store
Treasures Antique Mall
450 m
Restaurants
Bottle Liquor
40 m
999 Main St
Top Dog Coffee Bar
220 m
857 Main Street
Pizza Port
310 m
787 Main St
Rock Espresso Bar
300 m
275 Morro Bay Blvd
Grape Leaf Deli & Market
230 m
844 Main St
Grandma's Frozen Yogurt and Waffle Shop
250 m
307 Morro Bay Blvd
Sun-N-Buns Bakery & Party Shop
440 m
830 Embarcadero
Coffee Cottage
410 m
845 Embarcadero Ste I
goddess Goods
460 m
1124 Front St
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
84%
liked the hotel and would stay again
great location
friendly staff
limited dining options
paid Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
8.5
Location
9.3
Service
7.7
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 6 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 2036 reviews
Jerome
United States,
May
2024
9.0/10
I had an amazing stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfy, and I loved the friendly staff. The location was perfect, close to the beach and restaurants. However, the dining experience could have been better. Overall, a great value for the price.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were cozy with a nice balcony and plenty of amenities including bird-watching books.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch with excellent housekeeping and laundry services.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located just above the beach strip with easy access to all the restaurants. Perfect for exploring Morro Bay.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were satisfying, and I enjoyed the Bernese Fries.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were modern and well-maintained, making my stay very comfortable.
great location
limited dining options
Phil
United States,
March
2024
7.8/10
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with good housekeeping and modern amenities, although the breakfast falls short of expectations. Its convenient location in Morro Bay, California, provides easy access to all the attractions, restaurants, and the beach strip. The service is reliable with good assistance for housekeeping, laundry, and tour arrangements.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very updated with a great mattress and every amenity needed for a pleasant stay.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, especially with housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel is within walking distance of the beach and close to everything you would want to do in Morro Bay.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was also very suboptimal, detracting from an otherwise satisfactory experience.
Facilities
6.0
The dining options served were a letdown compared to the overall quality of the hotel.
Zach
United States,
February
2024
8.4/10
My stay at the hotel was truly delightful. The rooms offered a great view, were impeccably clean, and the housekeeping service was top-notch. Although the breakfast was a bit subpar, my teenager loved the wide variety of channels available. The beds were incredibly comfortable, making our nights restful and cozy.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms had a great view, were spotless, and the housekeeping service was excellent. The beds were super comfy.
Service
9.0
The service provided, including housekeeping and laundry, was exceptional. The staff was attentive and friendly throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was ideal, just above the beach strip with numerous restaurants within walking distance. Being away from high traffic areas made it peaceful and convenient for exploring Morro Bay.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory, especially enjoying the included homemade ice-cream. However, the breakfast options were not optimal.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. Everything was modern, quiet, and family-friendly.
William
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.0/10
The hotel offers a variety of amenities including bird-watching books for your perusal, featuring very updated rooms with a great mattress, yet with decoration from 1985. The breakfast was also very suboptimal.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were updated with a great mattress but had decoration from 1985.
Service
9.0
The service including housekeeping was efficient and accommodating.
Location
9.0
The hotel is centrally located within walking distance of everything in Morro Bay.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast offered was suboptimal in variety and quality.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides every amenity including bird-watching books for your perusal.
Charles
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.0/10
The hotel offers a range of amenities, including bird-watching books, but falls short in service quality. The rooms are comfortable and well-kept, with plenty of entertainment options for teenagers. However, the service is lacking, and dining experiences are hit or miss.
Rooms
8.0
I enjoyed the comfortable rooms with a variety of entertainment channels for my teenager.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking in quality, particularly the housekeeping.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is convenient, within walking distance of the beach and close to Morro Bay's tourist hotspots.
Dining
7.0
The dining experiences were inconsistent, with some dishes being excellent and others falling short.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate, catering to basic needs but lacking in exceptional features.
Brian
United Kingdom,
October
2023
7.2/10
The hotel offers rooms with every amenity including bird-watching books for your perusal. The beds are comfortable, and the bathroom is nice, but the services are subpar. The location is conveniently close to the waterfront. The dining experience includes fresh, made from scratch pizza. However, the service lacks in various aspects.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms come with every amenity including bird-watching books for your perusal. The beds are good, and the bathroom is nice.
Service
5.0
The services are lacking and could be improved.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently close to the waterfront.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience includes fresh, made from scratch pizza.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are satisfactory but could use some upgrades.