Avila Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Avila beach--a very popular whale watching destination in California,  located south  of San Luis Obispo and right off Pacific Coast Hwy
Panorama of Empty Pier, Avila Beach, CA
Panorama of Coastal Town, Avila Beach, CA
Central California Coast
View overlooking Avila Bay in San Luis Obispo, California. Beautiful coastal town on the central coast of California. Port San Luis. Aerial view shows bay and golf course
Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn

3.5 out of 5
6655 Bay Laurel Place Avila Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$320 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
NZ$320
23 Apr - 24 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Loved this get away. Will do it again!

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Avila Village Inn
Inn at Avila Beach

Inn at Avila Beach

3 out of 5
256 Front St Avila Beach CA
The price is NZ$310 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
NZ$310
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (887 reviews)
Amazing stay…great views from the Balcony Room, really clean and staff makes you feel relaxed and comfortable… Best coffee in town and amazing breakfast…had a great time..

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Inn at Avila Beach
Avila Lighthouse Suites

Avila Lighthouse Suites

3.5 out of 5
550 Front St Avila Beach CA
The price is NZ$551 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$551
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Incredibly polite staff. Tons of great perks. Pool was clean and comfortable. Right on the ocean. Couldn’t ask for more.

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Avila Lighthouse Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
Stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a gift shop. Popular attractions Avila Hot Springs and Fisherman's Beach ...
Flying Flags Avila Beach
Avila Valley House

Avila Valley House

San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this holiday home in Avila Beach. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Avila Hot Springs and Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
The property was excellently positioned less than 2 miles to beach but also quiet and secluded with a great sea breeze The house is well appointed and the property manager was very responsive to any requests we had

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Avila Valley House
The Nest | Cozy Studio Steps to Sand

The Nest | Cozy Studio Steps to Sand

Avila Beach CA
Stay at this holiday home in Avila Beach. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Avila Hot Springs and Avila Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Simply love this room! Walk to the beach and food easily. QUIET and just nice people. Outside area (). Unit has been re-done nicely.Fast responses from Host and easy instructions. We will be back.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Nest | Cozy Studio Steps to Sand
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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