Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn offers a warm welcome in the heart of the business district. Unwind on the garden terrace, indulge in delicious meals at the restaurant, or stay connected with free WiFi. Helpful staff and multilingual support make this motel an ideal retreat.
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 37 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Scout Coffee Co. - 6 min walk
High Tide - 7 min walk
Fosters Freeze - 9 min walk
Hofbrau - 9 min walk
Dorn's Breakers Cafe - 8 min walk
About this property
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn
When you stay at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish, Swahili
At a glance
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Hotel size
21 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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
Does Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn and nearby?
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn like?
Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn is located on the Morro Bay Strip, a short 9-minute walk from Montaña de Oro State Park and 17 minutes' walk from Morro Bay State Park.
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Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.0
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property is very close to the beach with a quiet and short walking distance. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
Check in and check out was easy. The decor in the room and overall inn was unique and cute!
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 15, 2025
Clean, nice staff, close to everything
pamela
pamela, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 6, 2025
Nothing fancy , basic room
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 4, 2025
Nice cozy rooms with all the necessary amenities.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 25, 2025
We’ve stayed here several on our trip to morro bay
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 11, 2025
Relaxing stay at the sandpiper.,comfortable bed and microwave was useful. I felt very much at home. You can’t beat the location.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 28, 2025
Poor condition management bad rooms didn't feel clean
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 31, 2025
We have been coming to this place for many years and it is always our go to when coming to Morro Bay.
ruben
ruben, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 30, 2025
Nice view of morro rock, away for tourist traps
michele
michele, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Feb 23, 2025
The hotel was adequate for the price.
Rick
Rick, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 18, 2025
I really like this place! Close to everything and very beachy cute. Great staff too.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Apr 16, 2025
We enjoyed our stay, loved the layout of the room, and bathroom- bed was very uncomfortable
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 10, 2025
Very clean and short distance to the beach. Quiet and plenty of parking space. Good value for the money. Will be coming back.
Modesta
Modesta, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 21, 2025
Great staff!
VideoBySIN
VideoBySIN, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 24, 2024
Great, clean, budget-friendly hotel not too far from downtown and walking distance from the water & shops.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 27, 2025
Great, accommodating owners and clean rooms
Kaulana
Kaulana, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 28, 2025
Great 👍
Fantastic but very dim lights in hotel room.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 18, 2024
It's a little dated but rooms are very clean. Plenty of nearby shopping & great restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
Rhea
Rhea, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 25, 2025
Nice and clean place.
Dee
Dee, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 27, 2025
Doggo Beach Visit
Great location and very friendly. Will stay again due to location and dog friendliness. They could use some updates on the furnishings, but overall I would recommend this spot.
DGrant
DGrant, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 24, 2024
Quaint location
Very nice staff; really appreciate their dog friendly policies and accommodations. Great view of the Morro Bay Rock.
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Mar 21, 2025
It was okay
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Feb 28, 2024
Great stay.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 26, 2025
It’s an older hotel but very clean. You walk in and it smells clean. There is so many options to dine in. Very cute town.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2024
An affordable and colorful place to stay in Morro Bay.