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Avila La Fonda Hotel

4 out of 5

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Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, pillowtop beds
47-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace
Room Amenity
Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Guest reviews

4.7 out of 5 Exceptional
948 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.8/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Breakfast included
Pet Friendly
Air Conditioning
Spa
Laundry

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Hand sanitizer provided
  • Personal protective equipment

Map

101 San Miguel St, Avila Beach, CA

Explore the area

Popular LocationAvila Beach Golf Resort13 min walk
Popular LocationPirates Cove4 min drive
Popular LocationAvila Hot Springs4 min drive
AirportSan Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)18 min drive

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Book online or call:

1-800-675-4318

  • Signature Room, 1 King Bed (Spa Room)

    Photos of Signature Room, 1 King Bed (Spa Room)

    4.8/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 398 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsSignature Room, 1 King Bed (Spa Room)

  • Signature Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

    Room amenities

    • 500 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsSignature Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Signature Double Room (Great Room)

    Photos of Signature Double Room (Great Room)

    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 398 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsSignature Double Room (Great Room)

  • Signature Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

    Room amenities

    • 400 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsSignature Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Standard Single Room

    Room amenities

    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsStandard Single Room

About this area

Avila Beach

Located in Avila Beach, Avila La Fonda Hotel is in the city center and near the beach. Avila Beach Golf Resort and Avila Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monarch Butterfly Grove and Morro Bay State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Central Coast Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Avila Beach Golf Resort - 13 min walk
  • Pirates Cove - 4 min drive
  • Avila Hot Springs - 4 min drive
  • Irish Hills Natural Reserve - 13 min drive
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 15 min drive
  • AirportSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 18 min drive

About this property

Avila La Fonda Hotel

4-star adults-only hotel near Central Coast Aquarium
A sauna, massage/treatment rooms, and concierge services are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a library are onsite. All 28 individually decorated rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and pillowtop beds. Upscale amenities include private spa tubs and fireplaces, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like microwaves and coffee makers.
Avila La Fonda Hotel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with private spa tubs and fireplaces. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters. 47-inch plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels and first-run movies. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include iPod docking stations and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry sanitization guidelines of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Free daily reception

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Motorized watercraft
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Facials
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • 47-inch plasma TV
  • First-run movies
  • iPod dock
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free newspapers
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Private spa tub

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
No onsite parking is available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section); guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Avila Fonda
Avila Fonda Hotel
Avila Hotel
Avila La Fonda
Avila La Fonda Hotel
Hotel Avila
Avila La Fonda Beach
Avila La Fonda Boutique Hotel
Avila Fonda Hotel Avila Beach
Avila Fonda Avila Beach
Avila La Fonda Boutique Hotel
Avila La Fonda Hotel Hotel
Avila La Fonda Hotel Avila Beach
Avila La Fonda Hotel Hotel Avila Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Avila La Fonda Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay.
How much is parking at Avila La Fonda Hotel?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Avila La Fonda Hotel?
Check-in is from 3 PM–midnight.
What time is check-out at Avila La Fonda Hotel?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Avila La Fonda Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Avila Beach, this golf hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Central Coast Aquarium and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from California Polytechnic State University.
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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Staff & service

4.7/5

Amenities

4.7/5

Property conditions & facilities

2/5 Poor

Traveled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Paid for a king and got a queen, the room was nice but some things were old and broken. Free snacks were cool and staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with family
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Beautiful decor . Like the availability of snacks and the croissants in the morning. Great location just short walk from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

3/5 Okay

Traveled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very much. Paid for a king size bed. Pretty sure we had a queen size instead. Our room was right next door to the laundry area and where all the equipment for the maid service. Lots of banging around way too early for those non a mini vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

5/5 Excellent

Traveled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I love Avila, staying at the La Fonda hotel was amazing! Close to the beach and shops. The hospitality was super good, room was always kept clean and restocked. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

4/5 Good

Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Other than the tub being small next time I'll get the room with the kitchen. Workers are very friendly place is very clean. Rooms are very nice. Will go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

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