The Best Hotels Closest to Elfin Forest Preserve in Los Osos for 2026

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A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.

A marina with boats docked, a rocky island in the background, and a building with a balcony overlooking the water.

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the sea and boats.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking greenery.

1. Inn At Morro Bay

2 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Keith

￥18,205

￥20,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A grassy area with three wooden Adirondack chairs facing a body of water.

A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, white brick walls, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a chair.

A view of a lake with a grassy area, chairs, and plants.

2. Back Bay Inn

Baywood Park, 1.8 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Glenn

￥32,142

￥36,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large window with a view of the outside, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to another level.

3. La Serena Inn

4.5 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Vincent

￥13,348

￥15,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pathway leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

A residential street with houses, a barbecue area, and a clear view of the ocean.

A two-story building with a balcony, a sign reading "Cayucos Beach Inn," and a welcome sign.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a chair, a door, and a window with blinds.

4. Cayucos Beach Inn

14.2 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Stacy

￥17,778

￥20,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a balcony, and a dining area.

A small room with a round table, two chairs, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted shelf with a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted light.

5. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

4.6 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Donald

￥10,619

￥12,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern room with a blue sofa, a desk with a computer, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with two blue chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a large TV displaying weather information, a staircase, and a snack bar.

6. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

4.7 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Roberta

￥11,412

￥13,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a microwave, and a wooden cabinet.

A view through a window of a building with a mountain in the background.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Landing," surrounded by a rope barrier, rocks, and plants.

7. The Landing at Morro Bay

4.4 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Emily

￥9,363

￥10,722 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, two seating areas, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a round table, and a kitchen area visible through the windows.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a television, and a bookshelf.

8. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

6 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Patricia

￥18,271

￥20,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern indoor space with a balcony, featuring a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a building with balconies.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern hotel room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a view.

A spacious room with a large white cabinet, a chandelier, and a view through glass doors.

9. Masterpiece Hotel

4.8 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Wilson

￥14,196

￥16,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern building with a curved roof, a flagpole with the American flag, and a landscaped garden area.

A hallway with a polished floor, white walls, and doors with red trim.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a large window.

A fire pit with chairs, a table, and a door in the background.

10. The Q Inn

4.7 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Daniel

￥20,912

￥23,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

A residential area with a white picket fence, a well-maintained lawn, and a pool area with a red umbrella.

A hotel reception area with a digital screen displaying a booking message, a coffee machine, a plant, and informational posters on the walls.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and a wall-mounted soap and bleach dispenser.

11. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

16.1 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

John

￥12,042

￥13,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

A two-story boutique hotel with stone accents and large windows.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a small table, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and two chairs. There are large windows with a view of the outdoors.

12. Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

7.3 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Seetala

￥29,988

￥34,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A building with a stone facade, a glass entrance, and a sign indicating a vacancy.

A reception area with two armchairs, a wooden reception desk, and a large window with a view of buildings outside.

A sign for Avenue Inn Downtown with a vacancy message.

13. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

15.5 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Luis

￥11,485

￥13,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern room with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a small table with two chairs, and a wooden cabinet.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a large mirror, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a view of the street and buildings.

14. Pacific Shores Inn

4.4 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Casey

￥11,328

￥12,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A building with balconies, a mountain in the background, and purple flowers in the foreground.

A bedroom with a large mirror, floral decorations, and a bedside table with a vase.

A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" and a large tree in front.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a decorative light fixture, a wall-mounted shelf with postcards, and a Buddha statue.

15. Sundown Inn

4.2 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Salina

￥12,437

￥14,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a wooden clock, grey cabinets, and a small island. There are two armchairs with cushions, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of the street.

A road with a blue sign for Vagabond Inn and a yellow sign for Denny's.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a hairdryer.

A Vagamond Inn with a large sign, a modern building, and landscaped garden.

16. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

15.4 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Kennedy

￥8,960

￥12,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a sink.

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a small building in the background.

A row of wooden cabins with large windows, surrounded by gravel and palm trees.

17. Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

20 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Gissela

￥19,950

￥22,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a view of the building's interior balconies.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Embassy Suites" and a covered entrance.

A spacious indoor dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and potted plants.

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

15.8 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Alondra

￥19,049

￥21,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a desk, a blue armchair, a yellow office chair, a television displaying a beach scene, and a white door.

A modern hotel with a large glass facade, located at the corner of a street.

A fitness room with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight bench.

19. Hotel Avisa

4.2 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

John Gabriel

￥12,593

￥14,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A person riding a horse on a beach with waves and birds in the background.

A beach with a clear sky, a distant mountain, and a bridge in the background.

A two-story building with a wooden staircase and a stone wall.

A sign for Morro Crest Inn with a vacancy notice.

20. Morro Crest Inn

4.2 km from Elfin Forest Preserve

Lara

￥9,482

￥12,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Elfin Forest Preserve

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Inn At Morro Bay	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Back Bay Inn	9.6 Exceptional 339 reviews	View
La Serena Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Cayucos Beach Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay	9.2 Wonderful 2,247 reviews	View

Top Elfin Forest Preserve Hotel Reviews

Inn At Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property."

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room, needs full breakfast, parking not the best. Staff not very knowledgeable. Offer access to local gym staff nothing about it."

Back Bay Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great view!"

Dog Friendly, Allergen-free 5 minute walk to the bay and eateries

8/10 Good

"The house was clean, well maintained, The kitchen is well stocked. The enclosed back yard was great for our dog."

Pet Friendly Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and cozy. Good beds and a good shower. Good to have the kitchen and fire pit."

Great little beach house. County License# 6012116

10/10 Excellent

"What a wonderful place to stay! The location is excellent—just a few blocks from local restaurants and easily walkable. The apartment was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing and peaceful stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would definitely return in the future."

Charming coastal getaway!3 bed 2 bath with 3 private yards. Clean. Dog friendly.

10/10 Excellent

"This charming home was amazing & beautiful! The pictures online are great but once you see this charm you won’t be disappointed. I’ve been traveling with my BFF’s for years wished we could have stayed longer; we will definitely booked here again."

Baywood Casita- kids, dogs, hot tub

10/10 Excellent

"Baywood Casita was great! Nice cozy beach vibes and not too far from anything including some fun hangouts and restaurants."

Stunning Views from this home with Spacious Deck!

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely love the place, it was very charming! It was clean, cozy, and had everything we needed. The location was perfect to explore all the beautiful places, and after a long day it was nice to be able to come back to such a comfortable home. The beds were especially comfortable and we slept great! Our host was wonderful and clearly put a lot of thought into making guests feel comfortable. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this home!"

Other attractions near Elfin Forest Preserve

Morro Bay Golf Course

8.4/10 (543 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Morro Bay at Morro Bay Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

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Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve

9.0/10 (9 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Baywood-Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Museum of Natural History

8.2/10 (413 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Natural History during your trip to Morro Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

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Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

8.6/10 (165 reviews)

You can take time to visit Heron Rookery Nature Preserve during your travels to Morro Bay. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Bayshore Bluffs Park

Bayshore Bluffs Park is just one of the places to see in Morro Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Los Osos Oaks State Reserve

9.0/10 (70 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Osos Oaks State Reserve, a lovely green space in Baywood-Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Elfin Forest Preserve?

Elfin Forest Preserve is located in a welcoming area of Baywood-Los Osos known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 16 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Elfin Forest Preserve?

Inn At Morro Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Elfin Forest Preserve. Other good options within a few miles include Back Bay Inn and Harbor House Inn Morro Bay.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Elfin Forest Preserve?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Elfin Forest Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Elfin Forest Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Elfin Forest Preserve.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Elfin Forest Preserve?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Elfin Forest Preserve, click here.

What can I see and do near Elfin Forest Preserve?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Morro Bay State Park and Museum of Natural History. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve and Los Osos Oaks State Reserve. Lounge by the water at Morro Rock Beach and Morro Dunes Natural Preserve.

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Our top choices for Elfin Forest Preserve hotels

1. Inn At Morro Bay

2. Back Bay Inn

3. La Serena Inn

4. Cayucos Beach Inn

5. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

6. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

7. The Landing at Morro Bay

8. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

9. Masterpiece Hotel

10. The Q Inn

11. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

12. Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

13. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

14. Pacific Shores Inn

15. Sundown Inn

16. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

17. Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

19. Hotel Avisa

20. Morro Crest Inn

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Top Elfin Forest Preserve Hotel Reviews

Inn At Morro Bay

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

Back Bay Inn

Dog Friendly, Allergen-free 5 minute walk to the bay and eateries

Pet Friendly Cottage

Great little beach house. County License# 6012116

Charming coastal getaway!3 bed 2 bath with 3 private yards. Clean. Dog friendly.

Baywood Casita- kids, dogs, hot tub

Stunning Views from this home with Spacious Deck!

Other attractions near Elfin Forest Preserve

Morro Bay Golf Course

Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve

Museum of Natural History

Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Bayshore Bluffs Park

Los Osos Oaks State Reserve

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