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A balcony with a view of the sea, featuring a table, chairs, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A marina at sunset with boats docked, a prominent hill in the background, and calm waters reflecting the sky.

A hotel entrance with a sign indicating a vacancy.

1. HarborWalk Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, 1.8 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Cassandra

RM1,099

RM1,284 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern building with a curved roof, a flagpole with the American flag, and a landscaped garden area.

A fire pit with chairs, a table, and a door in the background.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, teal cabinetry, and a large window.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a large window.

2. The Q Inn

2.1 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

lydia

RM528

RM604 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking a marina with sailboats.

A marina with boats docked, a prominent rock formation in the background, and a view from a building with a balcony.

A living room with a fireplace, a large window with a view of boats, and a small sailboat decoration.

A hotel exterior with a sign reading "Estero Inn" and another sign for "Estero Adventures".

3. The Estero Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, 1.4 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Melvie

RM825

RM945 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A grassy area with three wooden Adirondack chairs facing a body of water.

A room with a large window overlooking palm trees and a beach.

A view of a lake with a grassy area, chairs, and plants.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, white brick walls, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a chair.

4. Back Bay Inn

2.8 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Kathryn

RM804

RM904 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A patio area with wooden chairs and a fire pit surrounded by lush banana plants.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge in the background, and a lamp post on the left.

A room with a bay window, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A beach with a large rock formation and waves.

5. Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.9 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

DAVID

RM272

RM311 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A building with balconies, a mountain in the background, and purple flowers in the foreground.

A bedroom with a large mirror, floral decorations, and a bedside table with a vase.

A window with a lace curtain, a lamp, and a view of a white van and a building with a red roof.

A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" and a large tree in front.

6. Sundown Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.5 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Navpreet

RM320

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a large TV displaying weather information, a staircase, and a snack bar.

A modern kitchen with two blue chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Downtown Morro Bay, 2 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Sheri

RM318

RM364 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A small room with a round table, two chairs, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted shelf with a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted light.

A modern living room with wooden furniture, a built-in kitchen, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

8. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.9 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Donald

RM285

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A rocky coastline with two people carrying surfboards, a clear sky, and calm waves.

A hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of a mountain and a body of water.

9. Blue Sail Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.8 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Jesse

RM643

RM738 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Landing," surrounded by a rope barrier, rocks, and plants.

A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a microwave, and a wooden cabinet.

A view through a window of a building with a mountain in the background.

10. The Landing at Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.7 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Richard

RM270

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A balcony with a view of boats and a sandy beach.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, grey sofa, and a kitchen area with a marble countertop and window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, white cabinetry, and a view to the outside.

A coastal town with a marina, buildings, and a hilly backdrop.

11. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

1.2 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Yasser

RM736

RM890 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a large mirror, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a view of the street and buildings.

A hotel reception area with a wooden signboard displaying various travel brochures, a marble counter, and a view of the outside through large windows.

12. Pacific Shores Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.7 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Marcie

RM316

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a small fridge, a seating area with a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with a view.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large window with a view of the outside, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to another level.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a small table, and a fireplace. There is a bathroom visible in the background.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

13. La Serena Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.8 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Tawnya

RM400

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bar area with a bottle and glasses.

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A covered patio area with a brick planter, a red chair, and a white table.

14. Pleasant Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.8 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Rianne

RM258

RM296 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A coastal town with a prominent mountain in the background, a parking lot with several cars, and a sign for 'See Air Inn & Suites'.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a blue sofa, and a dining area with two chairs.

A building with a modern architectural style, featuring a flat roof and large windows.

15. Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.7 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Victor

RM301

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern indoor space with a balcony, featuring a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a building with balconies.

A modern hotel room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a view.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a staircase with a wrought iron railing, and a coffee station with fresh coffee and pastries.

16. Masterpiece Hotel

2.1 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Patrick

RM396

RM455 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a large glass facade, located at the corner of a street.

A fitness room with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight bench.

A hotel room with a desk, a blue armchair, a yellow office chair, a television displaying a beach scene, and a white door.

17. Hotel Avisa

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.4 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Pedro

RM338

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A person riding a horse on a beach with waves and birds in the background.

A cozy room with two chairs, a small table, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

A beach with a clear sky, a distant mountain, and a bridge in the background.

A sign for Morro Crest Inn with a vacancy notice.

18. Morro Crest Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.5 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Lara

RM243

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore and a large rock formation in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window, and a view of the outside.

A corridor with a balcony, featuring a series of windows and a concrete floor.

A window with a view of a mountain, a palm tree, and a body of water.

19. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

Downtown Morro Bay, 2 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

HUGO

RM305

RM349 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A two-story building with the name "Avalon Inn" on the facade, featuring a balcony on the second floor, a visible number "130" on the side, and a sign indicating "Morro Bay, California" and "No Vacancy".

A reception area with a counter, framed pictures on the wall, a window with a view of the outside, and a seating area with a patterned chair.

A street with trees, a building with a red roof, and parked cars.

20. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.6 km from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Hannah

RM321

RM368 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
HarborWalk Inn	10.0 Exceptional 204 reviews	View
The Q Inn	9.8 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
The Estero Inn	9.8 Exceptional 434 reviews	View
Back Bay Inn	9.6 Exceptional 334 reviews	View
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Heron Rookery Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Blue Sail Inn

8/10 Good

"Clean room and staff"

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

8/10 Good

"clean room"

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The room was pretty nice and pretty big and pretty open"

Masterpiece Hotel

8/10 Good

"No A/C! The room did have a slider with a balcony so we were able to leave the door open at night. There is a small fan in the room and a ceiling fan. Strangly there is a humming noise outside that sounds like a cellphone on vibrate. It drove us a little crazy trying to figure it out. Not sure if it’s a fog horn or what but it was annoying as heck during the night. The location is great and within walking distance of everything without being on the main drag. The breakfast was just okay. Oatmeal and breakfast sandwiches. Bathroom was typical shower over tub with adequate privacy. The hotel is charming and staff was friendly enough. I think I would stay here again"

Bay View Inn

8/10 Good

"The staff were nice with the early check in. Unfortunately they were overbooked and so we got partial view of the ocean instead of our full ocean view room. Room was clean and bathroom was nice. The room had one mini fridge and a microwave which we used to heat up left over and store our water. Noise level was okay other than the humming of the fridge. Will stay here again in the future. Location is convenient to bars and coffee shop. Thank you for having us. No pool."

The Landing at Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Our electric fireplace didn't work, but overall our stay was great."

Morro Crest Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Always a great experience staying here."

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Staff is good"

Inn At Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"My favorite place to stay"

Other attractions near Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Morro Bay Golf Course

8.4/10 (543 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Morro Bay at Morro Bay Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

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Bayshore Bluffs Park

Bayshore Bluffs Park is just one of the places to see in Morro Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Museum of Natural History

8.2/10 (413 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Natural History in Morro Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

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Tidelands Park

Tidelands Park is just one of the places to see in Morro Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this walkable area.

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Morro Bay Art Association Gallery

8.6/10 (242 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Morro Bay Art Association Gallery in Morro Bay. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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The Giant Chessboard

8.4/10 (461 reviews)

You can take time to visit The Giant Chessboard during your travels to Morro Bay.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Heron Rookery Nature Preserve?

Heron Rookery Nature Preserve is located in Morro Bay. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 56 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Heron Rookery Nature Preserve?

Inn At Morro Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve. Other good choices within a short distance include 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites and Hotel Avisa.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Heron Rookery Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Heron Rookery Nature Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Heron Rookery Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Heron Rookery Nature Preserve.

What can I see and do near Heron Rookery Nature Preserve?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Morro Bay State Park and Museum of Natural History. You can wander around Elfin Forest Preserve, Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve or Los Osos Oaks State Reserve if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Morro Rock Beach, Morro Strand State Beach and Morro Dunes Natural Preserve.

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Our top choices for Heron Rookery Nature Preserve hotels

1. HarborWalk Inn

2. The Q Inn

3. The Estero Inn

4. Back Bay Inn

5. Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

6. Sundown Inn

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

8. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

9. Blue Sail Inn

10. The Landing at Morro Bay

11. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

12. Pacific Shores Inn

13. La Serena Inn

14. Pleasant Inn

15. Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

16. Masterpiece Hotel

17. Hotel Avisa

18. Morro Crest Inn

19. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

20. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

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Top Heron Rookery Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Blue Sail Inn

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Masterpiece Hotel

Bay View Inn

The Landing at Morro Bay

Morro Crest Inn

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

Inn At Morro Bay

Other attractions near Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Morro Bay Golf Course

Bayshore Bluffs Park

Museum of Natural History

Tidelands Park

Morro Bay Art Association Gallery

The Giant Chessboard

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