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Bay View Inn

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A coastal property with a view of the ocean, a large rock formation, and a white car parked in front. - Bay View Inn (Morro Bay)
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a 'No Pets' sign. - Bay View Inn (Morro Bay)
A balcony with white chairs and a table, a sign indicating a smoking area, and a view of the beach. - Bay View Inn (Morro Bay)
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Close to Morro Rock, Bay View Inn provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Morro Bay, Bay View Inn is in a walkable area in Morro Bay with good shopping. Brown Butter Cookie Company and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morro Rock and Montaña de Oro State Park. Morro Bay State Park and Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Morro Bay travel guide
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225 Harbor St, Morro Bay, CA, 93442

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a prominent rocky hill, a sandy beach, and a small town in the background.
    Morro Rock Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A calm body of water with a rocky island in the distance and a small boat anchored in the center.
    Morro Bay State Park
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A beach with surfers walking towards the water, waves, and distant hills.
    Morro Strand State Beach
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Giant Chessboard
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Scout Coffee Co.
    6 min walk
  • Fosters Freeze
    9 min walk
  • Kelli's Candies
    3 min walk
  • Hofbrau
    2 min walk
  • High Tide
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 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, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay View Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay View Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay View Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bay View Inn located?

Located in Downtown Morro Bay, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Giant Chessboard and Morro Rock. Morro Bay Art Association Gallery and Tidelands Park are also within 10 minutes.

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

Bay View Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is an easy walk the restaurants and harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very big and clean. I like the upgrades they are working on and that it is now pet friendly :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and nice staff ! Nice dog friendly property , would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a view of Morro Rock and we were within walking distance to restaurants and shops
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and really great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to the beach ⛱️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean Bathrooms are remodeled. Nice Balcony on property to sit and watch sunset. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very friendly and helpful. The location is great, just two blocks from the Embarcadero. The room was clean and large.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, had everything we needed. Convenient parking. Dog friendly. Owner was super helpful and friendly! Loved all the cute plants around the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Always friendly. Quiet and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the location and room
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paul was so helpful in so many ways. I had to extend my stay and needed a late check out due to a work commitment and he was very accommodating. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, great size! Bathroom appeared to have recently been updated, hot shower and lovely fluffy towels! The beds were super comfy! Location was great! Only downside they didn't offer breakfast, but that really wasn't a big issue! We only stayed one night, but would happily stay for multiple nights, if back in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, quiet, nice view (#12), cozy. Close to shops and restaurants Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Motel is in a great location, two blocks from the Embarcadero. It is on a steep hill going down to Embarcadero, so if you have difficulty walking or handicapped it may be very hard walk. Very quiet. Staff was welcoming. Room was ok, nothing special. Shower was extremely small. Toilet needs to be fastened down, every time we used it, it would hit the wall, as if it was going to fall apart. Pizza Port within walking distance was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and hotel was in a great location- close to everything. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the location. The deck is awesome, too
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and superbly managed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice! Convenient location very close to shopping and dining. Owners very nice people I enjoyed everything about my stay. Will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place and would definitely want to stay again. It's walking distance to the waterfront where there's shops and restaurants. And walking distance from the rock and the beach if you don't mind a little stroll (less than a mile away). The property is clean and not outdated, parking is easy and convenient, the room is spacious and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was amazing. The shower was super hot! Bed was comfortable. Only issue was inside the property parking was very limited but plenty of street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here every year and have been very pleased. This year it was a little warmer than normal but we used the air conditioner in our room and it was very comfortable. If you are looking for a nice clean quiet place to stay, this is the place and its so close to shopping and restaurants which is very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was cool i like that there wasnt people walking or loud at night. Very quiet we plan to stay there again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026