Avila Beach, CA

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Avila beach--a very popular whale watching destination in California,  located south  of San Luis Obispo and right off Pacific Coast Hwy
Avila beach--a very popular whale watching destination in California,  located south  of San Luis Obispo and right off Pacific Coast Hwy
South end of Avila Beach California looking towards Shell Beach.
Another photo from under the pier at Avila Beach.
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Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach

Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach

3.5 out of 5
3254 Avila Beach Drive Avila Beach CA
The price is ₩169,268 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
₩169,268
₩238,778 total
Feb 4 - Feb 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Terrific room suite.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
It was very nice and comfortable

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn

3.5 out of 5
6655 Bay Laurel Place Avila Beach CA
The price is ₩499,995 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
₩499,995
₩611,908 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Avila Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Everything was beautiful, thank you so much!

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Avila Village Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
It was very nice and comfortable

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

3 out of 5
7075 Ontario Rd San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this cabin in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
Spotless room, clean facilities and felt very safe :)

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Avila Beach

4.8
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 78%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 22%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 1%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I really loved it

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great beaches, especially dog beach...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful, cute town. An absolute gem.

4/5 - Good

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Early March is a slow time and the shops/bars are very inactive. Food choices were slim and one establishment was poor quality.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The ambience is great

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

February seemed to be a quiet time with few people around which made it nice for a relaxing and reflective vacation.

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