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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
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Microwave
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
La Serena Inn serves continental breakfast and provides WiFi in every room. Travelers can browse the cozy library collection, catch up on work at the business center, or simply relax on the peaceful terrace. The helpful staff enhances stays at this conveniently located property.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, 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 cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, 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 drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living room | 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

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 refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, 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 drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, 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 drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, 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 drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Morro Bay is home to La Serena Inn. Morro Bay Art Association Gallery is another place to visit that comes recommended.
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990 Morro Avenue, Morro Bay, CA, 93442

What's nearby

  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Morro Rock Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Morro Bay State Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Morro Bay Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Morro Rock - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪High Tide - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Parisienne - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carousel Taffy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrau - ‬6 min walk

About this property

La Serena Inn

Hotel near Morro Bay Art Association Gallery
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a library at La Serena Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • 1 meeting room, free newspapers, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at La Serena Inn boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 age 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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 carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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La Serena Inn Morro Bay
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Frequently asked questions

Is La Serena Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at La Serena Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Serena Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Serena Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is La Serena Inn located?

Situated in Morro Bay, this hotel is steps from Morro Bay Art Association Gallery.

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La Serena Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 632 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

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

Parul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and they gave us great dining recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaetan

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I definitely enjoyed the practicality of this location! I’ve stayed at other places in Morro Bay and this one has definitely been the best location due to it being in the semi middle of everything and being able to walk everywhere! And it was quiet, clean, and everyone was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was centrally located in Morro bay and close to everything 😃
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff are very curteous. They deliver a very good customer service. The place is very convenient to a lot of store. Its safe to walk around. Its a very lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saubere Unterkunft, wir hatten ein großes Zimmer. In der Umgebung zahlreiche schöne kleine Geschäfte und Essensmöglichkeiten.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Floriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s walking distance to the shops. The best part is the staff. They are so friendly and go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Morro Bay. Clean, quiet, and friendly all at a grest location near the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for our guests during graduation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

alexandra

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

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

Mat

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

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was what we needed: a clean, safe place, close to things to see, with a price we could afford.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashaad

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

Great Stay

Excellent establishment that offered exceptional service and amazing cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Behzad

Liked: Cleanliness
Helt okej, rummet var bra, tyst och mycket välstädat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was simple but perfect and rooms were clean. This is our second time at this stay because we loved it the first time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a super cute hotel! I loved everything from the great staff, to the views to the decor.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Breakfast is lacking but everything else is great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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