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Our top choices for The Giant Chessboard hotels

A balcony with a view of the sea, featuring a table, chairs, and potted plants.

1. HarborWalk Inn

HarborWalk Inn
2.0 star property
Embarcadero Waterfront, < 0.1 km from The Giant Chessboard
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Excellent hotel with a wonderful staff!"
United States
Bill
The price is NZ$565
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
HarborWalk Inn
A modern house with a stone facade, numbered 2790, featuring a stone entrance, a black door, and a landscaped front yard with wooden planters and various plants.

2. Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
2.9 km from The Giant Chessboard
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Beautiful property with well maintained rooms and friendly staff!"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel
A room with a large window overlooking a marina with sailboats.

3. The Estero Inn

The Estero Inn
2.5 star property
Embarcadero Waterfront, 0.4 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (442 reviews)
"Great place , nice rooms, great view, great staff"
United States
michael
The price is NZ$394
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Estero Inn
A modern building with a curved roof, a flagpole with the American flag, and a landscaped garden area.

4. The Q Inn

The Q Inn
2.0 star property
0.5 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"The Q inn is somewhere i would stay again!! It was such a cool place to stay!"
United States
Laurie
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Q Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.

5. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

Hampton Inn Morro Bay
3.0 star property
1.7 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, relaxing stay"
United States
Marly
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a view of the street.

6. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.4 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,265 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, thank you very much"
United States
Micheal
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff super comfortable and clean rooms"
United States
Roberta
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
A building with balconies, a mountain in the background, and purple flowers in the foreground.

8. Sundown Inn

Sundown Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and very friendly staff close walkable to souvenir shops and restaurant"
United States
marichelle grace
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sundown Inn
A rocky coastline with two people carrying surfboards, a clear sky, and calm waves.

9. Blue Sail Inn

Blue Sail Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, < 0.1 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We love staying at the Blue Sail Inn when we're in Morro Bay. Clean rooms and a very helpful and friendly staff."
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Blue Sail Inn
A balcony with a view of boats and a sandy beach.

10. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Embarcadero Waterfront, 0.5 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"10/10 highly recommend would stay again"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a small fridge, a seating area with a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with a view.

11. La Serena Inn

La Serena Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful and the rooms were very clean !"
United States
Veronica
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
La Serena Inn
Room

12. Pacific Shores Inn

Pacific Shores Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was clean."
United States
G Aristida
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Pacific Shores Inn
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bar area with a bottle and glasses.

13. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Excellent and steps to Morro Rock, restaurants, the Morro Bay Bird Sanctuary, the Marina and California State Parks. The front desk is helpful and welcoming!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Pleasant Inn
A modern indoor space with a balcony, featuring a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a building with balconies.

14. Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel
2.5 star property
0.6 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,426 reviews)
"Very friendly staff clean and comfortable"
United States
cheri
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Masterpiece Hotel
A coastal town with a prominent mountain in the background, a parking lot with several cars, and a sign for 'See Air Inn & Suites'.

15. Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (633 reviews)
"Room was super clean, ample parking, person that checked us in very nice and helpful. Loved that Dorn’s, and all the stores are within walking distance. There’s also a new Hawaiian shaved ice, with poke right across too."
United States
Marivic
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row
A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore and a large rock formation in the background.

16. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Jose
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Hotel Avisa

Hotel Avisa
3.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A comfortable room and recently renovated hotel. It's a good value for the money."
United States
Kristine
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hotel Avisa
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay
3.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, easy parking, good shower,"
United States
Nancy
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay
A cozy room with two chairs, a small table, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

19. Morro Crest Inn

Morro Crest Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Was great place clean room, easy to find, plenty of parking. I would stay here again anytime"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Morro Crest Inn
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.

20. Inn At Morro Bay

Inn At Morro Bay
3.5 star property
1.6 km from The Giant Chessboard
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Close to town and the golf course. Morro Bay is a great vacation spot"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Inn At Morro Bay
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Compare popular hotels close to The Giant Chessboard

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A balcony with a view of the sea, featuring a table, chairs, and potted plants.
HarborWalk Inn
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
215 reviews
View
A modern house with a stone facade, numbered 2790, featuring a stone entrance, a black door, and a landscaped front yard with wooden planters and various plants.
Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
121 reviews
View
A room with a large window overlooking a marina with sailboats.
The Estero Inn
2.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
442 reviews
View
A modern building with a curved roof, a flagpole with the American flag, and a landscaped garden area.
The Q Inn
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
157 reviews
View
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View

Top The Giant Chessboard Hotel Reviews

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Great location/room"
Benjamin 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

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A coastal landscape with a prominent rocky hill, a sandy beach, and a small town in the background.

Morro Rock Beach

9.6/10 (1,713 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Morro Rock Beach during your trip to Morro Bay? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Giant Chessboard?
The Giant Chessboard is located in Morro Bay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 124 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to The Giant Chessboard?
Adjacent to The Giant Chessboard, Harbor House Inn Morro Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Masterpiece Hotel and La Serena Inn.
How many hotels will I find close to The Giant Chessboard?
Expedia has 124 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Giant Chessboard.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Giant Chessboard, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near The Giant Chessboard.
What can I see and do near The Giant Chessboard?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Morro Bay State Park and Museum of Natural History. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve, Elfin Forest Preserve and Los Osos Oaks State Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Morro Rock Beach, Morro Strand State Beach and Morro Dunes Natural Preserve.