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A modern outdoor seating area with a fire pit, colorful striped sofas, and green chairs.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a dining table.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a bar area.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Atascadero, CA

Atascadero

Sasan

฿3,370

฿3,842 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a covered walkway, and a landscaped garden area.

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

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a cozy seating area.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a vase with flowers, and an exit sign.

2. The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Arroyo Grande

Jeren

฿5,763

฿6,553 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A spacious indoor dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and potted plants.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "Embassy Suites" and a covered entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a view of the building's interior balconies.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo

W Martin

฿4,013

฿4,563 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, double doors, and potted plants.

A modern lobby with seating, a fireplace, and potted plants.

A swimming pool area with a brick building, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an elevator.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

Atascadero

Isabela

฿3,449

฿3,932 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a curved sofa, and a bar area with wine bottles.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A fire pit surrounded by lounge chairs with patterned cushions, set in a landscaped outdoor area with trees and a grassy lawn.

5. Springhill Suites by Marriott Paso Robles Atascadero

Atascadero

Sarah

฿3,596

฿4,106 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern outdoor lounge area with a fireplace, seating, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a sofa, and a floor lamp.

A modern bar area with a central counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, glass coffee tables, and a large abstract painting.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

San Luis Obispo

MONICA

฿4,480

฿5,094 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a white building with teal accents.

A spacious lobby with a fountain, seating area, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large potted plants.

A pool area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

7. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo

Tamra

฿4,160

฿5,551 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.

A lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a fireplace.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and red cushions, a fire pit, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and lights.

8. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

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David

฿3,518

฿4,412 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a Christmas tree.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a clock, and a sign reading "UNIVERSITY INN".

A pathway leading to the Botanical Garden entrance with a pergola overhead and a small building in the distance.

9. University Inn

San Luis Obispo

Adilene

฿2,006

฿3,209 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A modern kitchen with a wooden clock, grey cabinets, and a small island. There are two armchairs with cushions, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of the street.

A Vagamond Inn with a large sign, a modern building, and landscaped garden.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A road with a blue sign for Vagabond Inn and a yellow sign for Denny's.

10. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo

amanda

฿2,335

฿3,045 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, multiple seating arrangements, and a dining table.

A modern dining area with a large oval table, cushioned chairs, and a stone fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a TV.

A hotel with a sign reading "Hampton Inn & Suites" surrounded by greenery and a parking lot.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Paso Robles

Templeton Gap District

Marissa

฿3,474

฿3,985 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern living room with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window.

A balcony with a table and chair, overlooking a lush garden and distant mountains.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, surrounded by greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and a minimalist interior design.

12. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

San Luis Obispo

Natalia

฿4,109

฿4,664 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

A residential area with a white picket fence, a well-maintained lawn, and a pool area with a red umbrella.

A hotel reception area with a digital screen displaying a booking message, a coffee machine, a plant, and informational posters on the walls.

13. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

San Luis Obispo

Daniel

฿2,660

฿3,024 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible in the background.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a towel rack.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a window with a view of trees.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Paso Robles by IHG

Downtown Paso Robles

Kurt

฿4,104

฿4,707 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and surrounding greenery.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and two lit windows.

A residential building with a swimming pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

15. Hotel Buena Vista

San Luis Obispo

Luisa Veronica

฿3,666

฿4,160 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a seating section with a green cushioned bench.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of a building with a flag, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles

Estrella District

Sofia

฿3,815

฿4,376 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel with multiple buildings, green roofs, and outdoor seating areas.

A hotel with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A large house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of a mountain.

A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

17. Apple Farm

San Luis Obispo

La Raye

฿3,370

฿4,205 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern lounge area with a brick wall, leather sofas, a round table, and a large mirror.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, decorative wall panels, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

18. Oxford Suites Paso Robles

Downtown Paso Robles

Donna

฿3,789

฿4,724 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small chapel, and a waterfall.

A cave-like interior with a red-framed window, stone walls, and a small table with a red object.

A bar area with wooden beams, a colorful carpet, and a variety of bar stools.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a gazebo, and a waterfall.

19. Madonna Inn

San Luis Obispo

Sona

฿4,894

฿6,673 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, a brown ottoman, and a chandelier. There is a wall-mounted TV and a shelf with decorative items.

A reception area with a stone accent wall, a counter with a blue patterned design, and a snack bar with various packaged goods.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with two service trucks.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a kitchen visible in the background.

20. Best Western Plus Taft Inn

Taft

Jaime

฿4,434

฿4,877 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

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Where to stay in Santa Margarita

Find the best Santa Margarita areas for the activities you enjoy most.Learn more about Santa Margarita

Downtown

Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Ancient Peaks Winery and Pozo Valley Winery are top sights worth seeing.

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Stay near popular Santa Margarita attractions

Santa Margarita Lake

6.0/10 (1 review)

This pristine drinking water reservoir offers boating, fishing, and hiking through oak woodlands. Reserve a campsite to experience starlit nights and morning mists rising off the tranquil waters.

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Ancient Peaks Winery

8.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Ancient Peaks Winery during your travels to Santa Margarita. Visit the top-notch restaurants or wineries in this family-friendly area.

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Soda Lake

9.4/10 (23 reviews)

This striking alkali wetland transforms into dazzling white salt flats as its waters evaporate. Capture stunning photos from the Soft drink Lake Overlook trail, especially magical during spring wildflower blooms.

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Pozo Saloon

This historic stagecoach stop from 1858 has transformed into a rustic music venue hosting legends like Willie Nelson. Savour famous burgers with cold beer in mason jars while enjoying the Old West atmosphere.

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Learn more about Santa Margarita

This charming ranch town offers wine tasting at Ancient Peaks Winery and scenic hiking trails through Santa Margarita Lake Park. Rent kayaks at the lake's marina or browse local art at the historic Santa Margarita Mercantile building during weekend craft fairs.

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A field of blue wildflowers with trees and a hilly landscape in the background.

Top Santa Margarita Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location in Morro Bay. Friendly staff like the rest of the people we met inctown. Laundry facility onsite"

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Just do it."

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, short walk to downtown restaurants and shopping. Loved the happy hour with complimentary wine. Property is old so could use some renovating but rooms were clean and comfortable. Also great complimentary breakfast!!"

Inn at the Cove

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the stay here, lovely location, astonishing views, great local food options, helpful staff, lovely rooms and a great breakfast! Wish we’d stayed longer."

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, spacious, super nice staff, quiet with romantic atmosphere"

More cheap stays in Santa Margarita

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

555 Camino Mercado Arroyo Grande CA

฿2,203

฿2,833 total

20 Sept - 21 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

1095 Main St Morro Bay CA

฿2,652

฿3,037 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,272 reviews)

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

210 Madonna Rd San Luis Obispo CA

฿2,335

฿3,045 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (1,364 reviews)

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

850 Oak Park Blvd Pismo Beach CA

฿3,223

฿3,658 total

20 Sept - 21 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA

฿3,518

฿4,412 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Edgewater Inn And Suites

280 Wadsworth Ave Pismo Beach CA

฿4,931

฿5,645 total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Santa Margarita?

Located 27.6 mi (44.3 km) from the heart of Santa Margarita, Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Spyglass Inn and Pacific Point Resort. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Margarita.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Margarita, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Margarita.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Margarita?

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo: Hotel, 14-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. Spyglass Inn and Pacific Point Resort are a couple of other choices with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Margarita.

What's it like to stay in Santa Margarita?

Visitors can enjoy all that Santa Margarita has to offer, including the restaurants and beaches. In Santa Margarita, there are 23 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Margarita.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Margarita?

Natural beauty is on display at Santa Margarita Lake, Los Padres National Forest and Soda Lake. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Carrizo Plain National Monument and Pozo Saloon. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Margarita guide.

What's the weather like in Santa Margarita?

The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Margarita is 421 mm.

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Our top choices for Santa Margarita hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Atascadero, CA

2. The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

5. Springhill Suites by Marriott Paso Robles Atascadero

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

7. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

8. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

9. University Inn

10. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Paso Robles

12. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

13. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Paso Robles by IHG

15. Hotel Buena Vista

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles

17. Apple Farm

18. Oxford Suites Paso Robles

19. Madonna Inn

20. Best Western Plus Taft Inn

Where to stay in Santa Margarita

Downtown

Stay near popular Santa Margarita attractions

Santa Margarita Lake

Ancient Peaks Winery

Soda Lake

Pozo Saloon

Learn more about Santa Margarita

Top Santa Margarita Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Madonna Inn

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Inn at the Cove

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

More cheap stays in Santa Margarita

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Edgewater Inn And Suites

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