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A weekend in this charming and scenic town, situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing getaway or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack a lunch and head north or south to picnic at one of the dozens of picturesque wineries. Head west for great beaches, perfect for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the birthplace and heart of this quaint town: the beautiful adobe-brick Mission... more » A weekend in this charming and scenic town, situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing getaway or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack a lunch and head north or south to picnic at one of the dozens of picturesque wineries. Head west for great beaches, perfect for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the birthplace and heart of this quaint town: the beautiful adobe-brick Mission San Luis Obispo. Children will revel in the plentiful fun activities, such as the Charles Paddock Zoo, the Morro Bay Aquarium and the Children's Museum. For a laugh or a gasp, stop in at the outrageously decorated Madonna Inn, where nothing in the garish décor is consistent except for an abundance of the color pink. All are welcome for a peek inside the lobby's men's room for more interior design surprises. « less
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“Heaven on Earth! Pure bliss and well needed on PCH journey!!”

Petit Soleil, Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
NikkiBee
NWengland
Nov 20, 2009

We had driven from San Fran in approx 4 hours, and stopped at SLO as half way point to LA. The town itself is a small quaint cute sleepy town but with enough to do for a day or so. This small boutique...more

“Interesting rooms, overpriced restaurant and bar”

Madonna Inn

3 of 5 stars
grg25
London
Nov 20, 2009

We stayed in the Swiss Chalet room which was probably not the most 'fun' in terms of theme but it was huge compared to other hotels that we stayed in on this trip. Unfortunately the reception staff...more

“Don't waste your $$ or Time”

Ramada Inn Olive Tree

2 of 5 stars
patanddil
California
Nov 19, 2009

Disturbed many times by noisy guests behaving badly in the early morning hours (in pool and parking lot). Called front desk several times and after 3rd time they took our complaint seriously. If this...more

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