Make the most of overnights on California’s Central Coast—where every stay tells a story.

At least 8 – 12 hours per day is spent inside accommodation on a vacation, so don’t overlook the decision on where to stay. Seeking the relaxation of falling asleep to the sounds of the ocean waves or waking up to the soft morning light streaming over the vineyards outside. In SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County), you’ll find your ideal cozy stay.

Make any visit memorable by staying at one of SLO CAL’s unique overnight stay destinations. Who knows, it might end up being a trip highlight!

Why SLO CAL is the Perfect Destination for an Overnight Stay

Easily accessible, between Los Angeles and San Francisco, SLO CAL offers coastal charm, down to earth wine and agricultural communities and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Even more, the genuine hospitality of the region is unbeatable. Discover unforgettable experiences waiting for you in SLO CAL.

  • Diverse coastal towns with oceanfront lodging
  • Wine country escapes with a true western appeal
  • Properties and rentals that really feel like home
  • Year-round mild weather, making it easy to embrace outdoor fun
Couple checking into a Paso Robles Hotel

Discover Your Ideal SLO CAL Sleepover

Fall asleep to the sound of waves, wake up to vineyard views or embrace the daytime downtown buzz, a cozy stay is waiting for you. It’s easy to make memories. Simply start with exploring diverse and unique lodging options.

Begin planning your perfect stay by viewing SLO CAL lodging options.

Charming Boutique Hotels

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For the perfect combination of style and comfort, let these boutique hotel and inns charm you with high class service and unique stays. Unexpected touches and comforting amenities, feel at home during your time in SLO CAL.

Hotel Cheval
📍Paso Robles

With just 16 rooms, this boutique is located just off Paso Robles historic square filled with activities, restaurants, tasting rooms and more. Enjoy personalized luxury service while you kick back in front of the outdoor wood burning fireplace or indoors at the hotel’s library. Unique amenities include a house barista crafting made-to-order espresso drinks and evening s’mores (roasted to perfection for you!).

Pismo Beach Club
📍Pismo Beach

Mid-century meets beach home at this all-suite property. Full kitchens and separate living rooms allow guests to spread out while staying in or exploring downtown Pismo Beach outside. Expect virtual check-in and modern amenities.

Petit Soleil
📍San Luis Obispo

European luxury with elevated hospitality including drinks and hors d’oeuvres at the lobby after check in. Enjoy neighborhood hot spot, with Mexican City inspired dining and tequila bar next-door (Condesa) and farm fresh breakfast in the hotel every morning. Conveniently accessible to downtown San Luis Obispo yet slightly removed.

Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens
📍Nipomo

This modern victorian home is transformed into athe perfect cozy and unique stay. Enjoy a communal lounge room, dining in the library or wandering the veranda and surrounding gardens. Upgraded amenities and stained glass windows set the mood for a cozy stay in southern SLO CAL.

Stables Inn
📍Paso Robles

Western farmhouse with modern amenities, this property offers a unique style that is quintessential Paso Robles. The Bunk House and Stag Room are perfect for families or groups sleeping four to six comfortably. Enjoy outdoor fire pits and coffee-style breakfast in the morning. Dogs are welcome too!

El Colibri
📍Cambria

A Tuscan style escape next to Moonstone Beach, with rooms that are so comfortable you may never want to leave. Wine and beer tap wall in the lobby, outdoor hot tub and day spa offering a variety of messages and wellness treatments—no matter how you choose to unwind, this property will make it memorable.

Quirky & Unique Properties

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Vineyard with vines, blue sky, and green hills

Looking for loads of character coupled with the unexpected? SLO CAL doesn’t disappoint. From shipping container compounds to Spanish inspired bed and breakfast on a working winery, these stays offer truly unforgettable experiences.

Madonna Inn
📍San Luis Obispo

Every room of this iconic pink hotel is uniquely decorated. Cottagecore meets maximalist at this whimsical inn. Take a horseback trail ride on the trails behind the hotel or spend the day at the on-site spa. Either way, don’t leave without a slice of pink champagne cake.

La Lomita Ranch
📍San Luis Obispo

Once owned by a prince and princess of Mallorca, this property maintains its Spanish roots in design. Originally the location of renowned breeder of Arabian horses, now you can stay in the renovated horse stalls that have been transformed into luxury bed and breakfast suites.

Cambria Pines Lodge
📍Cambria

Surrounded by 25 acres of grounds and gardens, this property is a relaxing retreat. Enjoy nightly live music at the fireside lounge or dinner on their outdoor patio. This property is extra cozy during the holidays when the gardens are transformed into a sparkling Christmas market.

Avila Village Inn
📍Avila Beach

For a cabin retreat only five minutes from the beach, look no further. In-room fireplaces and a wooded trail at your doorstep, this complex is complete with access to Avila Bay Athletic Club and Spa. Bicycle rentals are also included as well as discounted golf nearby.

The Carlton
📍Atascadero

Nearly 100 years of operation, this property is the epitome of timeless luxury AND recently updated. Café and distillery restaurant are onsite, while downtown Atascadero’s offerings are just outside the front door.

Geneseo Inn
📍Paso Robles

This vineyard retreat is built from shipping containers, and every stay includes an estate breakfast with homegrown ingredients from the chef’s garden. CASS Camp activities mean that you can add a diverse range of unique experiences to your stay from wine blending to axe throwing.

Rooms with a View: Oceanfront & Vineyard Escapes

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Perched above the waves or nestled between the vines, rooms in SLO CAL offer a variety of views from coastal to rolling hills. Whether you prefer the beach or the sprawling fields, there’s plenty of rooms with a view to choose from.

Women and dog on adirondack chair overlooking ocean and cliffside at Ragged Point
Oceanfront Rooms

Ragged Point Inn
📍Ragged Point

On a breathtaking coastal property, the ocean is the perfect backdrop to a stay at Ragged Point. Take a hike down to the black sand beach complete with seasonal waterfall, capture a photo with Portal to Big Sur art instillation and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with a view.

Inn at the Cove
📍Pismo Beach

Perched on the coast of Pismo Beach, rooms are equipped with private porches or balconies to soak in epic oceanfront vistas. Don’t miss out on visiting Shelter Cove, what feels like your own private beach with direct access from the Inn. The oceanfront pool is also a great place to enjoy an afternoon in the sun.

Anderson Inn
📍Morro Bay

Positioned slightly over the water, this property allows guests to feel like they are floating above the bay. Watch sea otters play, sailboats go by and listen to the sea lions and waves crash against the sandspit beach. Views of Morro Rock are the cherry on top while the lively embarcadero is just outside the front door.

Vineyard Escapes

Allegretto Vineyard Resort
📍Paso Robles

Set amongst the vines, this Tuscan-style retreat with Mediterranean gardens is a true getaway. Extensive art collections (with tours available weekly), meditation labyrinth, spa and on-site restaurant serving locally farmed dishes. Located less than ten minutes from the energy of downtown Paso Robles but feels like you a world apart.

The Agrarian
📍Arroyo Grande

Nestled in the Village of Arroyo Grande, this hotel is a perfect gateway to wine country with Edna Valley just ten minutes away. Small town charm is exactly what you’ll get with warm hospitality and farmhouse interiors meet craftsman style exteriors. Coffee, restaurants, tasting rooms and shops are extremely walkable. 

Tips & Tricks for Booking Your Stay

  • For the best rates and additional perks, book directly with a property
  • Look into midweek stays for more availability and value
  • Think beyond traditional lodging and beyond popular locations—it’s easy to hop from one destination to another in SLO CAL
  • Warm drinks and meals add to your cozy stay, make reservations when possible, but most locations have space for walk-ins
  • Pack layers to stay happy on cool coastal morning walks and sunny wine tasting trips
Make Your Stay a Memorable Story

More than just a place to sleep and store your luggage, wherever you decide to book your overnight stay, is part of your SLO CAL vacation story. From cliffside balconies to sunlit vineyards and charming beach cottages. From roasting marshmallows by the fire or sipping craft cocktails at the neighborhood hotspot minutes from your room, make your trip unforgettable.

No matter your travel style, find a sleepover in SLO CAL that feels like it was made just for you.