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Back Bay Inn

3.5 star property
Garden views create a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts at this charming property near the Elfin Forest Preserve

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Travelers find a perfect blend of natural beauty and rustic charm at Back Bay Inn. Near Elfin Forest Preserve for exploration, the serene terrace offers garden views for relaxation. Guests appreciate practical touches like in-room WiFi and luggage storage during their stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a small bedside table with a phone and tissues.

Bay View King Patio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

Garden King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Bay View King ADA

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bay View King Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bay View King ADA | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bay View King ADA

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bay View King Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bay View King Suite

  • Bay view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium King Room Bay View Balcony | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium King Room Bay View Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Garden King Two Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Garden King Two Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Garden King Kitchenette | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Garden King Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Garden King | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Garden King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cabana | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Cabana

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bungalow | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Loft | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Loft

  • Partial ocean view
  • 77 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio

  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Bay View King Fireplace | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Bay View King Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Back Bay Inn is in Baywood Park, a neighborhood in Los Osos. Morro Rock is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Morro Bay State Park and Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve. Elfin Forest Preserve and Montaña de Oro State Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Los Osos travel guide
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1391 Second Street, Baywood Park, Los Osos, CA, 93402

What's nearby

  • Morro Bay State Park
    Morro Bay State Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hollister peak and boardwalk at Elfin forest Los Osos Bay wood California USA.; Shutterstock ID 651212425; Purchase Order: -
    Elfin Forest Preserve
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Morro Rock
    Morro Rock
    13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Morro Estuary Nature Preserve
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station
    26 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bayside Cafe at the Marina
    8 min drive
  • High Tide
    8 min drive
  • Three Stacks and a Rock Brewing
    9 min drive
  • Sylvesters Burgers
    2 min drive
  • The Clubhouse Grill
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mirazur Restaurant
  • Nautical Bean

Things to do

  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
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 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • 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, 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 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
Property Registration Number 6010732

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Back Bay Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Back Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Back Bay Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Back Bay Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Baywood Park bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Morro Bay State Park and Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve. Elfin Forest Preserve and Montaña de Oro State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Back Bay Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 316 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 316 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 316 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean and quiet property. Location and staff were also great. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was big and roomy! Very comfortable, clean and a beautiful view of the bay! The ground around the hotel were wonderful! So many areas to relax and enjoy the view in Adirondack chairs. So very close to many different wonderful restaurants in close walking distance!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the beach vibe cottages and room was very clean and well kept as well as the grounds. We appreciated the restaurant and coffee shop on site as well. The office staff was wonderfully friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable view from my room to the bay. It was very cozy. Wonderful staff. Lots of parking. Cafe just a few feet away. The iconic cowbear is there too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. We really enjoyed the location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so peaceful and serene, it was a very relaxing and fun stay. You can’t beat the location. Cant wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Hotel and staff. Located right on the back bay. Great restaurants, bars, live music, and hikes in the area. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful when I came very late at night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place. The rooms were set up really well, very quiet with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place on the bay but I recommend the king bed rooms in the front but for 2 couples the room I was in was great it had 2 beds and it was in a separate room :) my favorite place next to the property was Noi’s the curry it’s absolutely the best I’ve ever had
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to our daughter. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spectacular view from the room. Quaint and peaceful. Free wine voucher for the restaurant next door was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view from the patio!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome location! Beautiful views of sunset. Rooms are comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! We will be back to stay in a room with an ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a really amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wine reception, views, and location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful- view of the bay from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lottie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely place to stay. It was beautiful, clean, quiet and the location was perfect. There were lots of places to eat within walking distance too. The staff is exceptional! They truly made my stay wonderful. I would recommend a staying here. It's well worth the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice property and convenient to get coffe and restaurants nearby. Loved the view from my room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful local feel and great view of the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Carol

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Gardens were beautiful and property was super pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay - was most relaxing and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super scenic
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025