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

A dining table with a plate of food, a cup of coffee, a glass of orange juice, and a small bowl of soup.

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

1. Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

2.9 km from The Giant Chessboard

Seetala

NT$7,139

NT$8,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 modern kitchen with a white countertop, teal cabinetry, and a large window.

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

2. The Q Inn

0.5 km from The Giant Chessboard

Daniel

NT$4,143

NT$4,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with sailboats.

A living room with a fireplace, a large window with a view of boats, and a small sailboat decoration.

A hotel exterior with a sign reading "Estero Inn" and another sign for "Estero Adventures".

A hallway with a mirrored wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with a bench and stools.

3. The Estero Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, 0.4 km from The Giant Chessboard

Wrenzie

NT$5,848

NT$6,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A window with a lace curtain, a lamp, and a view of a white van and a building with a red roof.

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.

4. Sundown Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Salina

NT$2,517

NT$2,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

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

A modern indoor pool area with clear blue walls, a pool, and seating areas.

5. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

1.6 km from The Giant Chessboard

Patricia

NT$3,701

NT$4,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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 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.

A modern living room with wooden furniture, a built-in kitchen, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

6. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.4 km from The Giant Chessboard

Donald

NT$2,302

NT$2,635 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 hotel lobby with a large TV displaying weather information, a staircase, and a snack bar.

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Roberta

NT$2,500

NT$2,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a small table, and a fireplace. There is a bathroom visible in the background.

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.

8. La Serena Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Vincent

NT$2,832

NT$3,248 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a window with open shutters, a wall-mounted compass, a lamp, and a small heater.

9. The Landing at Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, < 0.1 km from The Giant Chessboard

Emily

NT$1,897

NT$2,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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.

10. Pacific Shores Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Casey

NT$2,491

NT$2,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with a view of boats and a sandy beach.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey sofa, and a kitchen area with a marble countertop and window with blinds.

A coastal town with a marina, buildings, and a hilly backdrop.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a desk, and a balcony with a sunset view.

11. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

0.5 km from The Giant Chessboard

Shawna

NT$5,485

NT$6,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

12. Masterpiece Hotel

0.6 km from The Giant Chessboard

Wilson

NT$3,122

NT$3,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A coastal town with a prominent mountain in the background, a parking lot with several cars, and a sign for 'See Air Inn & Suites'.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a blue sofa, and a dining area with two chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with blinds.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a window with a view.

13. Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Greg

NT$2,373

NT$2,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

14. Hotel Avisa

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

John Gabriel

NT$2,538

NT$2,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A sign for Morro Crest Inn with a vacancy notice.

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

A cozy room with two chairs, a small table, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

15. Morro Crest Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Lara

NT$1,911

NT$2,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A reception area with a counter, framed pictures on the wall, a window with a view of the outside, and a seating area with a patterned chair.

A street with trees, a building with a red roof, and parked cars.

A room with a large window, a desk, and a chair.

16. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Janette

NT$2,385

NT$2,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A spacious living area with a gray sofa, two patterned armchairs, a round coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

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

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

17. Inn At Morro Bay

2.6 km from The Giant Chessboard

Keith

NT$3,842

NT$4,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore and a large rock formation in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window, and a view of the outside.

A window with a view of a mountain, a palm tree, and a body of water.

A corridor with a balcony, featuring a series of windows and a concrete floor.

18. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Kevin G

NT$2,398

NT$2,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A coastal property with a view of the ocean, a large rock formation, and a white car parked in front.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a neon sign indicating no vacancy, and a lit sign for Bay View Inn.

A balcony with white chairs and a table, a sign indicating a smoking area, and a view of the beach.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a 'No Pets' sign.

19. Bay View Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Billy

NT$2,676

NT$3,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious indoor area with a pool, seating, and artwork.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and dining space.

A modern restaurant interior with a long counter, cushioned seating, and large windows.

A spa area with a hot tub, seating, and large arched windows.

20. Best Western San Marcos Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Alana

NT$3,601

NT$4,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Compare popular hotels close to The Giant Chessboard

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 112 reviews	View
The Q Inn	9.8 Exceptional 128 reviews	View
The Estero Inn	9.8 Exceptional 438 reviews	View
Sundown Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Morro Bay	9.4 Exceptional 1,017 reviews	View

Top The Giant Chessboard Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great visit shower didn’t drain well but other than that it was a great stay. Close enough to walk to restaurants and shops."

Masterpiece Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room, super clean & comfy! Friendly, helpful staff. Loved it!"

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

10/10 Excellent

"We appreciated that we could walk to nearby restaurants and sights. The hotel was affordable, clean, and convenient. We’d definitely stay again."

La Serena Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay. Quiet and safe. Beautiful town."

The Landing at Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The room was lovely, clean and spacious. It had a great view of the bay. We enjoyed our stay very much!"

Ascot Suites

10/10 Excellent

"El personal amable, cerca de todo"

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."

Hotel Avisa

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, very friendly and helpful. Nice property with clean rooms!"

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms property was very clean. The staff was very accommodating and helpful parking even when there was a festival going on was very accommodating and everybody loved it when I brought my dog with me so I would give this place a five star plus plus plus plus plus plus plus."

Other attractions near The Giant Chessboard

A coastal landscape with a prominent rocky hill, a sandy beach, and a small town in the background.

Morro Rock Beach

9.6/10 (1,713 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Morro Rock Beach during your trip to Morro Bay? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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A rocky island with a rugged coastline and a distant mountain range.

Morro Rock

9.4/10 (5,134 reviews)

See the birds and sea lions and enjoy the spellbinding views of the ocean at this area known as the Gibraltar of the Pacific.

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A marina with various boats docked, a wooden pier, and a prominent rocky island in the background.

Morro Rock Nature Preserve

9.2/10 (332 reviews)

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

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A grassy field with a flag, trees, and a distant body of water.

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 Bay Art Association Gallery

8.6/10 (242 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Morro Bay Art Association Gallery during your travels in Morro Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Tidelands Park

Tidelands Park is just one of the places to see in Morro Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops 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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Giant Chessboard?

The Giant Chessboard is located in Morro Bay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 124 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to The Giant Chessboard?

Adjacent to The Giant Chessboard, Harbor House Inn Morro Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Masterpiece Hotel and La Serena Inn.

How many hotels are there close to The Giant Chessboard?

Expedia has 124 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Giant Chessboard.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Giant Chessboard, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near The Giant Chessboard.

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What can I see and do near The Giant Chessboard?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Morro Bay State Park and Museum of Natural History. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve, Elfin Forest Preserve, and Los Osos Oaks State Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Morro Rock Beach, Morro Strand State Beach, and Morro Dunes Natural Preserve.

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Our top choices for The Giant Chessboard hotels

1. Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

2. The Q Inn

3. The Estero Inn

4. Sundown Inn

5. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

6. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

8. La Serena Inn

9. The Landing at Morro Bay

10. Pacific Shores Inn

11. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

12. Masterpiece Hotel

13. Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

14. Hotel Avisa

15. Morro Crest Inn

16. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

17. Inn At Morro Bay

18. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

19. Bay View Inn

20. Best Western San Marcos Inn

Compare popular hotels close to The Giant Chessboard

Top The Giant Chessboard Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Masterpiece Hotel

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

La Serena Inn

The Landing at Morro Bay

Ascot Suites

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

Hotel Avisa

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

Other attractions near The Giant Chessboard

Morro Rock Beach

Morro Rock

Morro Rock Nature Preserve

Morro Bay Golf Course

Morro Bay Art Association Gallery

Tidelands Park

Bayshore Bluffs Park

Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

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