Avila La Fonda Hotel  

In the heart of Avila Beach, a block from San Luis Obispo Bay. Steps from the Central Coast Aquarium and minutes from Avila Sea Caves, Oceano Dunes and Cal Poly.

Think Mexican-style meets beach-chic. The 28 individually decorated rooms feature pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton, cozy fireplaces, and private spa tubs or jetted baths; some rooms add balconies or full kitchens for suite stays. The lobby shows off a stained-glass window and a fireplace, and the hotel keeps things lively with nightly ice cream and pie plus an evening drinks reception.

Unwind with massages and body treatments at the spa. Enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet, a guest pantry, free self-parking and concierge service. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and a complimentary continental breakfast, then fire up the terrace BBQ or stroll to the beach.

Complimentary high-speed (wired) internet and a 24-hour business center keep work moving. There’s a 24-hour front desk and complimentary newspapers for convenience.

Grab snacks from the on-site deli or settle into the restaurant and bar for local cuisine. Start the day with a complimentary continental breakfast and mingle at the daily complimentary reception. Small touches include snack baskets in rooms and nightly treats on the terrace.