Avila Beach, CA

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Avila beach--a very popular whale watching destination in California,  located south  of San Luis Obispo and right off Pacific Coast Hwy
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
South end of Avila Beach California looking towards Shell Beach.
Another photo from under the pier at Avila Beach.
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
The price is ¥33,414 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
¥33,414
¥37,591 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
Excellent and great staffs

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Inn at Avila Beach

Inn at Avila Beach

3 out of 5
256 Front St Avila Beach CA
The price is ¥20,797 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
¥20,797
¥23,437 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (834 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Inn at Avila Beach
Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn

3.5 out of 5
6655 Bay Laurel Place Avila Beach CA
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Loved it

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Avila Village Inn
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
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
Excellent and great staffs

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Breathtaking Ocean and Beach Views

Breathtaking Ocean and Beach Views

Avila Beach California
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Avila Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Avila ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
We loved the beautiful view of the ocean from the dining area. Everything was as we expected and check in and check out went smoothly. We had a wonderful family vacation! Our host communicated well with us beforehand when we had questions about the construction below the property. There was some ...

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Breathtaking Ocean and Beach Views
Las Casitas Avila - Bungalow #6

Las Casitas Avila - Bungalow #6

Avila Beach CA
Stay at this vacation home in Avila Beach. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
Great location! Easy parking and access. A pleasant surprise. Well appointed, and a very comfortable bed.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Las Casitas Avila - Bungalow #6
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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Reviews of Avila Beach

4.8
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
118
5 - Excellent 78%
4 - Good
33
4 - Good 22%
3 - Okay
1
3 - Okay 1%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I really loved it

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great beaches, especially dog beach...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful, cute town. An absolute gem.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Early March is a slow time and the shops/bars are very inactive. Food choices were slim and one establishment was poor quality.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The ambience is great

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

February seemed to be a quiet time with few people around which made it nice for a relaxing and reflective vacation.

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