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 NT$6,769 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$6,769
NT$7,615 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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! (115 reviews)
Clean rooms and great amenities

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Inn at Avila Beach

Inn at Avila Beach

3 out of 5
256 Front St Avila Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$4,178 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$4,178
NT$4,708 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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 2026/2/20

Inn at Avila Beach
Avila Lighthouse Suites

Avila Lighthouse Suites

3.5 out of 5
550 Front St Avila Beach CA
The price is NT$6,476 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$6,476
NT$9,101 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Just a nice overnight stay

Reviewed on 2026/2/14

Avila Lighthouse Suites
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! (115 reviews)
Clean rooms and great amenities

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

3 out of 5
7075 Ontario Rd San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this cabin in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs are ...
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
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
0
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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