Morro Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Morro Bay

With a population of 10 234, Morro Bay is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Morro Bay to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Morro Bay

Morro Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Morro Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Morro Bay

Plane

When flying to Morro Bay, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 24 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Morro Bay include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Morro Bay departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Morro Bay. The train journey from Morro Bay to Van Nuys takes 4h 34m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $45 for a 6h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Morro Bay is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 274 km from Morro Bay. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Morro Bay.

Plane

When flying to Morro Bay, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 24 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Morro Bay include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Morro Bay departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Morro Bay. The train journey from Morro Bay to Van Nuys takes 4h 34m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $45 for a 6h 21m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Morro Bay is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 274 km from Morro Bay. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Morro Bay.

Airlines serving Morro Bay

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,716 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,506 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,328 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (770 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,778 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (441 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in Morro Bay

Average rates range from around $160 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $299 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Blue Sail Inn and Seaside Inn Morro Bay.

Where to stay in popular areas of Morro Bay

Most booked hotels in Morro Bay

Madonna Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1140 reviews)
$267+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 952 reviews)
$161+
Apple Farm
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1845 reviews)
$163+
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1353 reviews)
$114+
456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 660 reviews)
$170+
Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown/Restaurant Row
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 904 reviews)
$107+

Renting a car in Morro Bay

Renting a car in Morro Bay costs $46 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Morro Bay.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Morro Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Morro Bay is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Morro Bay costs $46 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Morro Bay.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Morro Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Morro Bay is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.