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

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".

A hallway with a mirrored wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with a bench and stools.

1. The Estero Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, 1.8 km from Museum of Natural History

michael

RM786

RM900 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A group of people in kayaks on calm water with boats in the background.

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and wooden cabinets with plants on top.

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.

2. HarborWalk Inn

Embarcadero Waterfront, 2.3 km from Museum of Natural History

Rena

RM1,403

RM1,639 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A hallway with a polished floor, white walls, and doors with red trim.

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

3. The Q Inn

2.5 km from Museum of Natural History

Igor

RM560

RM641 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a decorative light fixture, a wall-mounted shelf with postcards, and a Buddha statue.

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

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

4. Sundown Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.9 km from Museum of Natural History

Salina

RM306

RM350 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a balcony, and a dining area.

5. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.4 km from Museum of Natural History

Ohannes

RM295

RM338 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

6. Back Bay Inn

2.3 km from Museum of Natural History

Christopher

RM833

RM937 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 modern room with a blue sofa, a desk with a computer, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.5 km from Museum of Natural History

Roberta

RM320

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a desk, and a balcony with a sunset view.

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

8. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

Embarcadero Waterfront, 1.8 km from Museum of Natural History

Shawna

RM648

RM790 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

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

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

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, 2.3 km from Museum of Natural History

marti

RM690

RM791 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern room with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a small table with two chairs, and a wooden cabinet.

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

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

10. Pacific Shores Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.2 km from Museum of Natural History

Jose

RM319

RM365 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa.

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

11. La Serena Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.3 km from Museum of Natural History

John

RM363

RM416 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.2 km from Museum of Natural History

Andrew

RM304

RM348 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 white building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern interior with a staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A spacious room with a large white cabinet, a chandelier, and a view through glass doors.

13. Masterpiece Hotel

2.6 km from Museum of Natural History

Wilson

RM400

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

14. Hotel Avisa

Downtown Morro Bay, 1.9 km from Museum of Natural History

John Gabriel

RM325

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a small refrigerator, a microwave, a bench, and a mirror.

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

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

15. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.5 km from Museum of Natural History

Jose

RM277

RM317 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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 room with a large window, a desk, and a chair.

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".

16. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.1 km from Museum of Natural History

Nancy

RM304

RM348 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A two-story building with a wooden staircase and a stone wall.

A sign for Morro Crest Inn with a vacancy notice.

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

17. Morro Crest Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 2 km from Museum of Natural History

Lara

RM257

RM344 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.

A spacious living area with a gray sofa, two patterned armchairs, a round coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window overlooking greenery.

A restaurant with large windows offering a view of the sea and boats.

18. Inn At Morro Bay

0.6 km from Museum of Natural History

Keith

RM456

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a pool, seating, and artwork.

A modern restaurant interior with a long counter, cushioned seating, and large windows.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and dining space.

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a balcony, and a seating area with armchairs and ottomans.

19. Best Western San Marcos Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 2 km from Museum of Natural History

Alana

RM461

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal property with a view of the ocean, a large rock formation, and a white car parked in front.

A kitchen with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a countertop with a coffee maker.

A balcony with white chairs and a table, a sign indicating a smoking area, and a view of the beach.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a neon sign indicating no vacancy, and a lit sign for Bay View Inn.

20. Bay View Inn

Downtown Morro Bay, 2.3 km from Museum of Natural History

isabelle

RM335

RM383 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Natural History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Estero Inn	9.8 Exceptional 441 reviews	View
HarborWalk Inn	10.0 Exceptional 213 reviews	View
The Q Inn	9.8 Exceptional 145 reviews	View
Sundown Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay	9.2 Wonderful 2,265 reviews	View

Top Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great property and location"

La Serena Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful place to stay when in Morro Bay. We have stayed here multiple times and have never been disappointed. Everything is perfect."

Pacific Shores Inn

8/10 Good

"It is newly renovated and the furnishings are excellent. The location is little dated, but so is practically all of Morro Bay. two sided chair is smart, good ambient lighting, excellent bath. No other frills like breakfast etc. Only con is stairs only to 3rd floor. I had a bad ankle from running, so the staff changed my room from 3rd to 1st floor. Very accomodating."

Inn At Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay and the staff is incredible. We give a special excellent review for Ashley. She was truly amazing to our entire family."

Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

8/10 Good

"Had a nice stay at the Avalon. Close to the bay it was nice to walk down ti the shops and restaurants. Room was clean, nice and comfortable. Only issue we had was that there hardly was any water pressure and the first night the tub wasn't draining when we showered. It seemed to be fine the next night though. Overall can't wait to visit again and stay here"

Sundown Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and very quiet area. Also, close to restaurants and shops."

Ascot Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Need more parking but it was easy walk to beach beautiful room nice view decently priced"

Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room. Helpful staff."

Other attractions near Museum of Natural History

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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Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

8.6/10 (165 reviews)

You can take time to visit Heron Rookery Nature Preserve during your travels to Morro Bay. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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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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 Museum of Natural History?

Museum of Natural History is located in a family-friendly area of Morro Bay 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 29 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Museum of Natural History?

Adjacent to Museum of Natural History, 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. Other good options within 5 miles include Harbor House Inn Morro Bay and 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Museum of Natural History.

What can I see and do near Museum of Natural History?

Local parks like Elfin Forest Preserve, Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve and Los Osos Oaks State Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Morro Rock Beach, Morro Strand State Beach and Morro Dunes Natural Preserve. Attractions like Morro Bay State Park and Morro Bay Art Association Gallery highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Museum of Natural History hotels

1. The Estero Inn

2. HarborWalk Inn

3. The Q Inn

4. Sundown Inn

5. Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

6. Back Bay Inn

7. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

8. 456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

9. Blue Sail Inn

10. Pacific Shores Inn

11. La Serena Inn

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

13. Masterpiece Hotel

14. Hotel Avisa

15. Rockview Inn and Suites - Morro Bay CA

16. Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

17. Morro Crest Inn

18. Inn At Morro Bay

19. Best Western San Marcos Inn

20. Bay View Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Natural History

Top Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

La Serena Inn

Pacific Shores Inn

Inn At Morro Bay

Avalon Inn Downtown Morro Bay

Sundown Inn

Ascot Suites

Morro Bay Sandpiper Inn

Other attractions near Museum of Natural History

Morro Bay Golf Course

Heron Rookery Nature Preserve

Bayshore Bluffs Park

Tidelands Park

Morro Bay Art Association Gallery

The Giant Chessboard

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