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The Estero Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Montaña de Oro State Park

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Surrounded by the natural beauty of Montaña de Oro State Park, Estero Inn offers a warm welcome with free WiFi and plenty of activities. Active travelers can enjoy cycling on site or rent bikes to explore nearby Morro Bay Golf Course. With multilingual staff, barbecue grills, and an elevator.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Panoramic Suite, Accessible, Private Bathroom (Marine Oceanfront) | Room amenity

Panoramic Suite, Accessible, Private Bathroom (Marine Oceanfront)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Panoramic Suite, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Kelp Oceanfront King) | View from room

Panoramic Suite, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Kelp Oceanfront King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Premium Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Morro Rock Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Oceanview Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Parkside Room) | Room amenity

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Parkside Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Sandy Dunes Room) | Room amenity

Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Sandy Dunes Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Sunset Oceanfront)

Panoramic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Sunset Oceanfront) | Room amenity

Panoramic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Sunset Oceanfront)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Bayview Oceanfront)

Panoramic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Bayview Oceanfront) | Room amenity

Panoramic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Ocean View (Bayview Oceanfront)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
501 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA, 93442

What's nearby

  • The Giant Chessboard - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Morro Bay State Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Morro Bay Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Morro Rock Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 17 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Carousel Taffy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kelli's Candies - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrau - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dorn's Breakers Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Estero Inn

Hotel near Montaña de Oro State Park
Located close to Morro Bay Art Association Gallery and Morro Bay Golf Course, The Estero Inn provides a bar. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and a billiards/pool table
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, an elevator, and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Estero Inn include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as amenities like safes and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Hair dryers and shampoo
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 33 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 33 per night

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 and cash
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
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Morro Bay Estero Inn Hotel
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Estero Inn
The Estero Inn Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Estero Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Estero Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Estero Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Estero Inn located?

Located in Downtown Morro Bay, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Montaña de Oro State Park and Morro Bay Art Association Gallery. Morro Bay State Park and Morro Bay Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Estero Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 402 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay! Great Views!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms on the waterfront!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was to the side, and could have been better, but overall the location etc. fully met expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view of the bay was incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from the Estero Inn is amazing!! There is no better view than from the Sunset Suite. Perfect location. Walking distance to everything. Absolutely the best Inn in Morro Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhiting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and the services are good!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reserve now! Me and my husband loved it we have no complains. EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT! The staff were so friendly especially the lady at the winery room. We stayed at the bay view suite and it was such a AMAZING BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE. We did the boat ride as well and the man that assisted us was so friendly and instructed us so well how to drive the boat.
Dock view
Balcony
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

terri

Nice stay. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

Beautiful room and great location!

Beautiful room on the bay with a view of the harbor. Great location near all the restaurants and shops. Great place for couples to spend a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View of nature around the property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, great view, quiet, super nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Don’t go there because I like it quiet lol
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Amenities
Had a great stay at the Estero. Helpful staff and the rooms were cute and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and just the right location for food and water activity, but not too much tourist foot traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James A

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend getaway. Everything from check-in to staff, and especially location were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, clean rooms, great views for the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dirk D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a perfect stay! Absolutely beautiful area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good except the tv did not work a staff member came and tried multiple things to try and fix it but could not get it fixed but besides the tv not changing channels it was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. We had a hard time with the comfort of the bed. Woke up sore every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place right on the water of Moro Bay. Definitely will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing experience, we’re definitely booking our stay here at Estero Inn in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so clean, great view, staff very friendly and accommodating, one of my favs for sure, will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxing vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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