Avila La Fonda Hotel

Hotels
9.5 (580 reviews)
101 San Miguel Street , Avila Beach , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Wonderful amenities
Delicious food
Cons:
Noise from nearby guests
Some tech issues with TV

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Guests frequently mention that the hotel was very clean.
Service
9.8
The staff is described as warm, welcoming, and accommodating.
Location
9.84
The hotel is ideally located just a short block from the beach.
Room Quality
9.29
Rooms are described as beautiful, well-appointed, and equipped with great amenities.
Amenities
9.32
The hotel offers a variety of complimentary snacks, drinks, and a cozy ambiance.
Value for Money
9.28
Guests feel the amenities provided are great value for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.33
The food offerings including breakfast and happy hour snacks were praised.
Overall Experience
9.8
The reviews consistently highlight a wonderful overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 00:20

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Indulge in a spa bath, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and cozy up by the fireplace in every room at this exquisite Avila Beach hotel. Suites offer a touch of opulence with fully equipped kitchens, granite counters, and heated towel racks.

Exceptional Services

Experience top-notch hospitality with a welcome basket, evening wine, morning coffee, and fresh pastries provided daily. Take advantage of the 24-hour reception, concierge services, and complimentary CD and DVD rentals.

Ideal Location

Just a short stroll from Avila State Beach, this California gem is the perfect seaside escape. Explore nearby attractions like Hearst Castle or unwind at Pismo State Beach, all within easy reach from Avila La Fonda Hotel.

Book your stay now and elevate your coastal getaway experience at Avila La Fonda Hotel.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note: Pets are allowed at the property. There's a 50 lb limit and a fee of $50 per reservation.

Guests must be a minimum of 21 years old to check in at this hotel.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SBP

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 580 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.84
Room Quality: 9.29
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Lisa couple us
10
Lovely boutique hotel with outstanding staff
Pros:

Beautiful hotel that we revisit whenever we're in the area.
Fantastic staff! I left my sandals in the room and they were returned to me at the hotel's expense. The best place to stay on the central coast!

2026-09-05 via Nuitee
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N3450SYdenisem Friends getaway
10
Amazing!
Pros:

Amazing experience! Super cute place but the staff and extras put it over the top! Breakfast, nachos at lunch time, wine for HH and pie for dessert. Highly recommend.

2026-08-25 via Tripadvisor
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joshsH203UV Couples
10
Amazing
Pros:

Everything about our stay was amazing

2026-08-25 via Tripadvisor
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A2487GEjoyc Family
10
Fabulous gem near the beach!
Pros:

What a sweet and wonderful Hotel! Beautiful, clean, great food! Wonderful staff!!!

2026-08-25 via Tripadvisor
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Cruiser48072739890 Friends getaway
10
Great find
Pros:

Our first trip to Avila beach and stayed at Avila La Fonda at the recommendation of our friends who had stayed there previously. Our five night stay was a excellent experience; room was all we could want, very helpful staff, dog friendly vibe, little extras like pie & ice cream in the evening. A block to the beach where dogs are welcome except from 10 AM to 5 PM. We will be going back.

2026-08-24 via Tripadvisor
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L9831KQjohnl Family
10
Going to Avila La Fonda is a repeater!
Pros:

The hotel was lovely, clean and quiet. All the staff were kind, courteous and helpful.

2026-08-23 via Tripadvisor
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cindyo667 Couples Los Angeles, California
10
Great boutique hotel at Avila Beach
Pros:

Really great vacation!
Hotels location is just perfect . A half block from a gorgeous beach . Staff are fabulous- friendly and very helpful. Perks - all day long are a big plus !

2026-08-21 via Tripadvisor
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Jumpin2 Couples Redondo Beach, California
10
Great location great vacation
Pros:

The location is ideal for walking to the beach and places to eat and shop nearby. There is also a wine tasting around the corner. The staff goes above and beyond to be helpful and they have a cute basket full of treats in the room as well as wine in the evening with appetizers and croissant and coffee in the morning all inclusive. I will definitely stay here again

2026-08-20 via Tripadvisor
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jennifervI6359ME Couples Burbank, California
10
Wonderful Stay at Avila La Fonda
Pros:

Had a wonderful time in Avila at the La Fonda Hotel. One of our favorites in Avila. Clean, quiet, nice amenities and great customer service. Beautiful location and convenient to the restaurants and shops. Another plus, they are dog friendly! We normally don't bring our dog but we did this time and it was great! Can't wait until next time!

2026-08-20 via Tripadvisor
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S544WLrobertl Couples
10
Awesome experience. There was another. couple with us from Ventura
Pros:

Wonderful employees
Helpful and happy

2026-08-18 via Tripadvisor
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911maryellena Solo travel
8
Great place!
Pros:

Its is a great hotel, location and wonderful staff. The only thing was the room was hot and stuffy so had to run the cooling system constantly which was vey loud. However, would definitely go back .

2026-08-16 via Tripadvisor
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Dimitris couple gr
8
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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A9301KQmarkg Couples
10
Very accomodative and relaxing.
Pros:

Everything was excellent. We will be planning our next stay.

2026-08-15 via Tripadvisor
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Fearless59727340399 Family
10
Loved It
Pros:

Perfect place on the beach! What an amazing destination. Great place to stay in a beautiful town

2026-08-14 via Tripadvisor
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pattynrich Couples Petaluma, Sonoma County, California
10
A wonderful place to feel at home
Pros:

This hotel reminds me of small Inns in some of the most beautiful villages in Europe. The lobby is a gathering place during the 4 complimentary events such as cocktail hour with wine and hors d’oeuvres. This time we talked to a couple who live 20 minutes away and come here for their birthdays.
The rooms are comfortable and quiet. We always try to stay here whenever we’re in the area.
The staff (Monica the manager and Jay at reception) are friendly and always make a special effort to accommodate everyone. Thank you.

2026-08-13 via Tripadvisor
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Terry solo_traveller us
10
This is our new lodging choice while staying in Avila Beach
Pros:

Uniques, clean, friendly

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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elliotw562 Couples
10
Wonderful Spot for a Getaway
Pros:

Great location, thoughtful touches made the trip memorable. The nightly wine and cheese happy hour and evening pie/ice cream reception enhance the way

2026-08-05 via Tripadvisor
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Debra couple us
9
A fun splurge!
Pros:

Beautiful Spanish style decor graces the entire building. The kitchen had a full refrigerator and amenities for preparing meals. It is just a block from the beach and cafes in this small beach town. The happy hours, breakfasts, and pies were amazing. We had some wonderful conversations with other guests. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Overall, a fantastic getaway.

Cons:

Our room had a fan, but often was often a little warm. The shower was uncomfortably small, but the tub was big enough for two!

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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debraperlman Couples Monterey, Monterey County, California
10
A definite upscale spot to check out.
Pros:

Beautiful decor, perfect location, great amenities and good service.

2026-08-04 via Tripadvisor
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doreena420 Couples
10
Great stay
Pros:

Super cute, great location and friendly staff from the gift basket in the room croissants in the morning beer at lunch and wine around dinner time to keep it off. They had fresh meat pies at the end of the evening. Definitely would stay again.

2026-08-01 via Tripadvisor