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Motel 8

Motel 8

Motel 8
2.5 star property
Maricopa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (164)
"The staff was great very easy going fast to get us in a room .very nice lady at front desk . "
United States
Krisy
The price is ￥10,138
￥11,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Motel 8
Family Studio Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1191)
"Clean and friendly staff "
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥9,233
￥12,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
Exterior
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (991)
"GREAT PLACE TO STAY"
United States
rob
The price is ￥11,306
￥12,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1147)
"Good room, nice staff."
United States
annamalai
The price is ￥10,474
￥11,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Front of property
Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country

Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country

Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country
2.0 star property
Paso Robles
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (429)
"Very clean. Very nice stay. "
United States
Matt
Hotel Paso Robles Wine Country
Property grounds
Western Inn & Suites

Western Inn & Suites

Western Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Taft
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (133)
"Amazing staff!"
United States
Krystal
The price is ￥11,698
￥12,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Western Inn & Suites
Outdoor wedding area
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1364)
"Great l9ce the place and beach"
United States
Margarita
The price is ￥17,632
￥20,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Spyglass Inn
Front of property
Aloha Inn

Aloha Inn

Aloha Inn
2.0 star property
Arroyo Grande
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Awesome front desk guy, easy to find (convenient), clean towels everyday, good value for price, and plenty of food with delivery options."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥9,102
￥12,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Aloha Inn
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1039)
"Super pet-friendly!"
United States
Nikki
The price is ￥11,930
￥13,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
American Inn Grover Beach

American Inn Grover Beach

American Inn Grover Beach
2.0 star property
Grover Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (694)
"Room was decently clean, staff were very friendly, and it was cost efficient. I enjoyed my stay here. "
United States
Breawna
American Inn Grover Beach
View from room
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1708)
"Clean room, friendly staff. Quiet and close to shopping, restaurants and the freeway. We always stay here when we come to Pismo. "
United States
Jennifer
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Lobby sitting area
Inn at San Luis Obispo

Inn at San Luis Obispo

Inn at San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"clean room and comfortable beds."
United States
Phuong
The price is ￥9,054
￥10,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Inn at San Luis Obispo
Terrace/patio
Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean and charming. Walkable to restaurants, breweries, and the pier. Staff was pleasant and easy to get ahold of via text. A good value for the price."
United States
Ivy
The price is ￥9,916
￥14,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Ocean Palms Motel
Lobby
Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (459)
"Amazing "
United States
Daniel
Sands Inn & Suites
Beach nearby
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"It was quiet and beds were comfortable"
United States
Rachel
The price is ￥10,762
￥13,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Property amenity
Topper Motel

Topper Motel

Topper Motel
2.5 star property
Taft
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"I've stayed here in the past and you cannot beat the price and convenience."
United States
Rolf
The price is ￥11,106
￥12,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Topper Motel
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
University Inn

University Inn

University Inn
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"The room is very good for a motel. "
United States
Maria
University Inn
Lobby sitting area
Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel
2.5 star property
Morro Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1091)
"Great hotel re location, cleanliness, and free breakfast. We would stay there again."
United States
Becky
Masterpiece Hotel
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA

Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA

Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
2.0 star property
Morro Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"We have a good stay"
United States
JOJIE
The price is ￥12,944
￥14,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
Exterior
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
"Simple and cute, great location to bars and restaurants "
United States
Kayleigh
The price is ￥14,956
￥17,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
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Top Santa Margarita Hotel Reviews

Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The room was amazing. The cave! So fun with the rock waterfall shower and bathroom sink."
Pam 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Madonna Inn

Find out more about Santa Margarita

Santa Margarita Motels information

Number of reviews
16,697
Accommodation
70 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,277
Highest Price
￥20,224

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Margarita?
If you're not able to find a motel in Santa Margarita, let Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from more than 39 accommodations in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Margarita?
These are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Edgewater Inn And Suites is located 29.4 mi (47.4 km) from the heart of Santa Margarita. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach: Room amenities like free WiFi are included, along with freebies like breakfast, parking, and an airport shuttle. Central Santa Margarita is 28.5 mi (45.9 km) away. Spyglass Inn: Enjoy access to the parking, conference space, and 24-hour front desk. Located 31.3 mi (50.3 km) from the heart of Santa Margarita. Sands Inn & Suites: Central Santa Margarita is 27.4 mi (44.1 km) away. A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo: 29 mi (46.7 km) from the heart of Santa Margarita. Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Santa Margarita?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Margarita Lake, Los Padres National Forest, and Soda Lake. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Carrizo Plain National Monument, Pozo Saloon, and Pozo Valley Winery.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Margarita?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Margarita to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Margarita is 17 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Margarita when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santa Margarita to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is located 27.3 mi (43.9 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 32.7 mi (52.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.