Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

2.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Marina
Deluxe King Patio View (Pet Friendly, Room 9) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Terrace/patio
Front of property
View from room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1150 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA, 93442
  • Place, The Giant Chessboard
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Morro Rock Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Morro Bay Art Association Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly, Room 17)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 132 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly, Rooms 11, 12 & 16)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 132 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Pet Friendly, Room 14 and 15)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 132 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Room (Pet Friendly, Room 18)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 132 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Pet Friendly, Room 10&20)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Patio View, Pet Friendly, Room 19)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 125 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Patio Level, Pet Friendly, Room 4)

  • 132 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio (Pet Friendly, Rooms 5, 6, 7 & 8)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 132 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King Patio View (Pet Friendly, Room 9)

  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Morro Bay

Located in Embarcadero Waterfront, Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as The Giant Chessboard and Morro Bay Skateboard Museum. This 16-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Giant Chessboard - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Morro Rock Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Morro Bay Skateboard Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Morro Strand State Beach - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 17 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Great American Fish Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carousel Taffy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Goddess Goods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grassy Bar Oyster Co. - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
At Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.
39-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also standard. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1962
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 60
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-6 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bayfront Inn
Bayfront Hotel Morro Bay
Bayfront Inn Waterfront Morro Bay
Bayfront Inn Waterfront
Bayfront Waterfront Morro Bay

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

This hotel is situated in Embarcadero Waterfront within a 10-minute walk of Morro Rock Beach, The Giant Chessboard, and Morro Bay Skateboard Museum. You'll also find Morro Rock and Montaña de Oro State Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront have a casino at the property?

No, Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront hotel include a pillowtop mattress as well as a restaurant and a terrace.

Does Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront for a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

The closest major airport to Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 17 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished patio or a balcony where guests can enjoy bay or courtyard views.

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debbie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no ice machine, no microwave. The owner was rude and disrespectful. Overall, the only good thing about the place was that moral Bay Rock was right across the street. And the surrounding businesses were wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had ocean view room, didn't even ask for it. Felt very safe and well cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Robin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very small older room. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Say Kham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I loves the ease of parking and the location. The bed was comfortable and the water pressure was good. Everything, as expected for the area, was older and not kept up as well as it should be. You could hear everything from outside and the rooms nearby, but luckily it's at the end, closer to the water, so there is less noise than other areas may have. The owner was sweet and takes great care of the plants and courtyard area. I love how easy he made late check-in. It is walking distance from food, shopping, and charters for fishing. Unfortunately late at night there were very loud people drinking in the parking lot, and because it's a dog friendly place there was some additional noise from dogs. Overall, I would stay there again if I needed to be in the area, I just wish the amenities were a little better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, very helpful, relaxing atmosphere walking distance to downtown area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot on the embarcadero
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Cute little motel! I really enjoyed its location near a lot of restaurants, cafes and the ocean. The front desk was friendly and helpful. The room was small but the bed mattress was fantastic and I got a lot of rest.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jazmine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a prime location just across the street from the water and on the road with all the shops and restaurants. The room was very comfortable and clean. The rooms on the second floor have a beautiful view of Morro Rock.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is key!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUICHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Atascadero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyd, NORTHRIDGE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay overnight. It was very convenient with plenty of parking. Very walkable to restaurants and the pier. They have a cute little patio and lounge area right in front where you can relax and observe all the comings and goings. Our room was on the ground floor next to the amenities/stock room and there were a lot of flies that seemed to have disappeared the next morning. Overall it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebekah

Disliked: Room comfort
The location was great, and the staff was friendly. Although it was not ve
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great and very dog friendly. Great location. They charged $50 for the dog although it states $30.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

DOUGLAS

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, great location, but Motel is old, and no AC...very uncomfortable. No hot water in bathroom sink. Needs serious updating, especially the caulking. Horrible water pressure in the shower
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric R

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed one night. Nice local sruff was walkable. The restaurant next door was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

james

Very small rooms.

When we pulled back our sheets to get in bed, we discovered grated American cheese pieces stuck to the top sheet. It was obvious these sheets were never replaced from the previous guests. VERY small place! Unit #7. Great location, though!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025