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Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Morro Bay with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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540 Main St., Morro Bay, CA, 93442
  • Place, Morro Bay Skateboard Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Morro Bay Art Association Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Giant Chessboard
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Morro Bay

Located in Downtown Morro Bay within a 5-minute walk of Morro Bay Art Association Gallery, Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Morro Bay Skateboard Museum. This motel has 21 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Morro Bay Skateboard Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Morro Bay Art Association Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Giant Chessboard - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Morro Bay State Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Morro Rock Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 17 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪High Tide - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carousel Taffy - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Panda Panda - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn

Motel in Morro Bay with free parking
Guests of Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a vending machine.
TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Morro Bay Sandpiper
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn
Sandpiper Inn Morro Bay
Sandpiper Morro Bay
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn Motel
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn Morro Bay
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn Motel Morro Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

This motel is situated in Downtown Morro Bay within a 10-minute walk of The Giant Chessboard, Morro Bay Art Association Gallery, and Morro Bay Skateboard Museum. You'll also find Morro Bay State Park and Tidelands Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

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

Does Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub as well as a restaurant and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

The closest major airport to Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 16.7 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?

No, at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 765 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 765 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 765 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 765 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 765 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, all was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Marianne

Traveled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t be fooled by the pictures on the Sandpiper’s website. The room I stayed in on the ground floor was dark, depressing, rundown and very out of date. The lights inside the room are very dim. The bedside lamps are barely enough light to read by. I asked for a room with a bathtub which I got, but the tub was shabby and had no plug! When I asked the manager for a plug, he didn’t have one and said he would go out and buy one. Four hours later when I returned to the office I asked for the plug and he said in a frustrated voice. “ Why do you keep bugging me I told you I would get you a plug.” He then handed me a plug he had bought . When I tried it out in the bathtub it was too big and I couldn’t use it. So much for customer service. I will never go back to this place again, and would not refer my enemies to it.
Ugh
Plugless bath tub
Shabby worn bathtub
Ugh
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean motel. Free parking. Walking distance to restaurants and front water shops. Personal hygiene items are included. Coffee maker, microwave and mini fridge in the room. It is old motel, not frills, friendly staff and dog friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is **NOT** the dreamiest place you'll ever stay - and there are downsides - **BUT** for the price and location, you'll love this place (As long as you are not expecting perfection!). It's a very old property and it looks its age - but it's clean and consistently maintained. The staff is kind and helpful. The one thing I would change is the policy on SMOKING. There is no AC in the room, which is fine - but that requires windows to be open on warm days. That's fine, too - the ocean is just 2 blocks away and the breeze is beautiful. BUT - if you have the next-door neighbors we had, you'll be huffing a whole lot of second-hand smoke. Each room has a cute little table and two chairs in front of the window... so, about 10 feet away from us, two guests would start smoking like a chimney at 7am and smoke all day outside until 9pm. The rooms are "no smoking" but our room became smoke central for the better part of the day. I would require guests to smoke in a designated area - not right in front of the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

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

2/10 Terrible

Madelynn

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

6/10 Okay

Celia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately, there is a lot of noise upstairs and no air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of my favorite places to stay! Quiet and nicely located.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing fancy , basic room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Perry

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesus

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poor condition management bad rooms didn't feel clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dominic

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and check out was easy. The decor in the room and overall inn was unique and cute!
The view from my room was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Great motel for a quick stay

Staff was super friendly. Hotel is clean, looks very newly repainted. It’s a simple motel without frills but really nice in that category. Second floor has a great view of the rock!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Frank

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What you pay a night is not worth it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

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

3 Day Getaway

Came to get away from the heat,great place to come. Room was good and area was find,good for walking and close the main streets to shop and enjoy shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lay

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Kind of dated inside. No places by beds to charge phones.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mauricio

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing stay at the sandpiper.,comfortable bed and microwave was useful. I felt very much at home. You can’t beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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