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

1. Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

2.9 km from The Giant Chessboard

Seetala

NT$7,140

NT$8,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A balcony with a view of the sea, featuring a table, chairs, and potted plants.

A hotel entrance with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A marina at sunset with boats docked, a prominent hill in the background, and calm waters reflecting the sky.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

2. HarborWalk Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, < 0.1 km from The Giant Chessboard

Rena

NT$6,993

NT$8,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A deck with white lounge chairs and a view of a marina with boats.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of boats on the water.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting of a beach scene.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, a prominent rock formation in the background, and a clear sky.

3. Gray's Inn & Gallery

Embarcadero Waterfront, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Victor

NT$8,574

NT$9,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A marina with boats docked, a prominent rock formation in the background, and a view from a building with a balcony.

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

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

4. The Estero Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, 0.4 km from The Giant Chessboard

Wrenzie

NT$6,134

NT$7,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

5. The Q Inn

0.5 km from The Giant Chessboard

Daniel

NT$4,144

NT$4,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

6. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

1.6 km from The Giant Chessboard

Patricia

NT$3,736

NT$4,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A patio area with wooden chairs and a fire pit surrounded by lush banana plants.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge in the background, and a lamp post on the left.

A beach with a large rock formation and waves.

A room with a bay window, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

DAVID

NT$2,410

NT$2,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

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

8. Sundown Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Salina

NT$2,517

NT$2,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

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

9. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.4 km from The Giant Chessboard

Donald

NT$2,302

NT$2,636 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 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.

10. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

Roberta

NT$2,501

NT$2,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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

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

11. The Landing at Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, < 0.1 km from The Giant Chessboard

Stefani

NT$1,888

NT$2,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rocky coastline with two people carrying surfboards, a clear sky, and calm waves.

A hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with two blue armchairs, a small table with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of a mountain and water through the window.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.

12. Blue Sail Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, < 0.1 km from The Giant Chessboard

marti

NT$5,066

NT$5,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, white cabinetry, and a view to the outside.

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

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

13. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

0.5 km from The Giant Chessboard

Shawna

NT$5,425

NT$6,588 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 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.

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.

14. La Serena Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

John

NT$2,833

NT$3,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

A hotel reception area with a wooden signboard displaying various travel brochures, a marble counter, and a view of the outside through large windows.

15. Pacific Shores Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Casey

NT$2,492

NT$2,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bar area with a bottle and glasses.

A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

16. Pleasant Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Rianne

NT$2,036

NT$2,331 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

A modern interior with a staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

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

17. Masterpiece Hotel

0.6 km from The Giant Chessboard

Wilson

NT$3,123

NT$3,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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 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.

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

18. 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 5 - Oct 6

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

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

19. Hotel Avisa

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.3 km from The Giant Chessboard

John Gabriel

NT$2,539

NT$2,912 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 two-story building with the name "Avalon Inn" on the facade, featuring a balcony on the second floor, a visible number "130" on the side, and a sign indicating "Morro Bay, California" and "No Vacancy".

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

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

20. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 0.2 km from The Giant Chessboard

Janette

NT$2,373

NT$2,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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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
HarborWalk Inn	10.0 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
Gray's Inn & Gallery	10.0 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
The Estero Inn	9.8 Exceptional 438 reviews	View
The Q Inn	9.8 Exceptional 131 reviews	View

Top The Giant Chessboard Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

8/10 Good

"This is a motel and very clean. Not fancy, but comfortable. We had a mess with coffee pot not working. Someone stole part of it and coffee went everywhere. Not facility's fault. When husband took to office, maintenance man saw him and gave him a new pot. He looked at our pot and showed my husband part was missing."

Masterpiece Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hot tub in basement was great. Nice and hot water, but does not open until 9.05a. Room was big and comfortable. Pillows were great. Bedding and bed also nice and comfy."

Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

8/10 Good

"Comfortable and quiet place to stay."

Hotel Avisa

10/10 Excellent

"Had an excellent room with a balcony view overlooking Morro Rock. Staff were wonderful. Parking included."

La Serena Inn

8/10 Good

"Clean rooms and nice view, We will be back."

Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

8/10 Good

"Room was spacious"

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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. HarborWalk Inn

3. Gray's Inn & Gallery

4. The Estero Inn

5. The Q Inn

6. Hampton Inn Morro Bay

7. Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

8. Sundown Inn

9. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

10. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

11. The Landing at Morro Bay

12. Blue Sail Inn

13. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

14. La Serena Inn

15. Pacific Shores Inn

16. Pleasant Inn

17. Masterpiece Hotel

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

19. Hotel Avisa

20. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

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Top The Giant Chessboard Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Masterpiece Hotel

Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Hotel Avisa

La Serena Inn

Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

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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