Cuesta-by-the-Sea Travel Guide
Los Osos
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Popular places to visit

Elfin Forest Preserve
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Elfin Forest Preserve, a lovely green space in Baywood-Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Morro Dunes Natural Preserve
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Morro Dunes Natural Preserve during your trip to Los Osos? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

Bluff Trail
You can take time to visit Bluff Trail during your travels to Los Osos. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Los Osos Oaks State Reserve
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.
Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
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.
Islay Creek Trail
You can take time to visit Islay Creek Trail during your travels to Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay

San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

Morro Bay: Guided E-Bike Tour
Top hotels in Cuesta-by-the-Sea

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Great breakfast!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Staff were great, room was nice and clean, lots of free muffins and cookies, close to the beach and central pismo, all huge pluses! The biggest bummer was the "partial ocean view" after checking in and being put on the second floor with basically a view of a parking lot and the ocean peeking out ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
All good if. clean rooms, comfy bed
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Spyglass Inn
Beautiful views
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
We had a fantastic stay! Lovely views, room and staff. Bed is so comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Madonna Inn
Great room - Merry. 20 foot ceiling with pink glittery wall paper and a large gold and crystal light fixtures and giant chandelier. Quirky hotel (as expected) but well maintained. Nice pool area. Signature pink cloud cocktail was very . . . pink (and tasted fine)! Wonderful meal at the steak house. ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cuesta-by-the-Sea

Baywood Park
Baywood Park is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Morro Bay State Park and Morro Estuary Nature Preserve.
