Avila Experience Suite | Beach/ocean view
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Reviews of Inn at Avila Beach

3 out of 5
Inn at Avila Beach
256 Front St, Avila Beach, CA

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 442 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 442 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Judy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that everthing you need is there for the beach. You don't need ti pack alot if extras. Also the breakfast at Jo Mamas coffee spot on the roof is magnificenr!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Disliked: Amenities
I have a broken foot and they have no elevators
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjurita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
our new favorite place near Cal Poly! can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place just steps from the beach with free bikes and beach chairs and umbrellas and a fabulous jacuzzi tub! The croissants and omelettes at breakfast were absolutely delicious...one of the best croissants I've ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast Helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

yaroslav

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not ocean views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

NOREENA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful! We had a very small partial view of the ocean from our room but nonetheless had a great view. We had the king bed room with the spa tub & fire place, & they were amazing. Our lamps and bathroom lighting worked, but not main general area light, which didnt bother us. My only request would be for some sort of lighting for the spa tub area in the room. We were surprised & ecstatic when we were informed of the rooftop coffee shop, free dessert hour & all the beach amenities they provided!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Klaus

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled extremely of toilet odor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property felt unique. Great location. Nice evening dessert and great little rooftop breakfast overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Excellent parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the complimentary breakfast and coffees. Pie and ice cream at night. Free off street parking. No air conditioning, but not needed as we got a great ocean breeze as we got the ocean view room. They had bicycles, beach chairs and towels and beach toys for free for guests to use, although we didn't use this amenity. Free filtered water, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and ice cream in the lobby. Negatives: No phone in the room to contact the front desk was a negative in our opinion. The shops nearby close early. No place to go buy snacks or drinks after 8 pm. We were trying to find out if there was vending or even an ice machine available for use. We never found out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property! It's quirky and charming with an old fashioned feel...even has a real key for the door instead of a key card. One thing, though, make sure to let them know if you have issues with stairs, because I was on the third floor and had a heck of a time lugging my suitcase up the steep, narrow steps! No elevator. But, they serve several different types of pies (fruit, pecan) and ice cream every day at 7pm! Nice touch. And the breakfast that's included is served on the beautiful sun deck...on the 4th floor, which has a fabulous view of the ocean. The staff is very accommodating because my room didn't have an outlet near a table I used for my laptop, so I asked if they had an extension cord, and they did! Even brought it to my room and plugged it in for me. One slight negative is that there was a gas fireplace in my room that kicked out heat from the pilot light, making my room stifling hot since I couldn't leave the windows open at night and there's no air conditioner. I will stay there again though!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

michael

Liked: Staff & service
Out dated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, clean, comfortable, and the spa was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Cary

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location. Only one issue: it would’ve been nice if the hotel had forewarned us that when you are on the 3rd floor, the sun deck cafe begins preparing for service at 7 am which translates to lots of noise at that time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel, Bakersfield

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a bit quirky in its layout and room decor, but we enjoyed it very much. The location is great and the staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast on the roof patio was wonderful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This property has a fantastic location but the hotel is meh. The first time I stayed the room was a bit updated and the second time it was pretty bad. I enjoyed the location and the staff are always kind and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view deck, hospitality and free pie. All inclusive right at the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graciela, Stockton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely surprise! It’s a very quaint hotel with lots of little hidden succulent gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is really unique! I loved staying here for many reasons. First, it’s quiet, and the rooms are spacious and comfortable. I had a wood canopy bed that was really cool and comfy; the floors are real hardwood and Mexican tile; the jacuzzi tub and fireplace were amazing. Every entry door to all rooms are thick, wood authentic front doors that could be on any house. They serve fresh baked pies and ice cream every night, and their breakfasts are pretty good, especially on their ocean view deck. You’re steps from the beach where dogs are allowed before 10 am, and after 5 pm. The staff are very nice and welcoming. I really enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and pie night, deck view outstanding
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Amenities
Everything was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is wonderful. We stayed in a king themed spa suite which was lovely. The view from the roof was incredible. They even had free pie and a lovely breakfast. I had a big mug of hot chocolate, ham and cheese croissant and a veggie quiche. Be careful if you book through Expedia. I needed to change my check in date by 24 hours and lended up having to pay for both days. Get the insurance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Campbell

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
What a charming and interesting place. The room is like a Spanish villa with lots of wood. And it’s huge. With a bar and huge tub. The 4th floor deck overlooks the beach and is also huge. Can’t wait for coffee up on the deck and breakfast !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mangirdas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a warm shelter during stormy weather
All was good despite terrible rain and flooding that weekend. Beware the breakfast is not a real breakfast, but rather light snacks with coffee / tea and some fruits.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wife’s birthday celebration
Our stay was very nice. The room we had was very clean and roomy. Lots of nice touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Meline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really funky kind of cool place
Really funky kind of cool place. Good, helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Elke

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Guest Services on 26 Feb 2024
Thank you for your positive rating, Chris! We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Nanette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Guest Services on 26 Feb 2024
Hello Nanette! Thank you for your positive rating. We sincerely appreciate the feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic value for the price
The Inn at Avila was a fantastic value for the price. Sure, the building is a little old, but you can't beat the location across the street from one of California's most picturesque beaches. The hotel includes parking and complementary bikes, which you can enjoy at nearby trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Guest Services on 26 Feb 2024
Thank you for your positive feedback! We appreciate your business.

6/10 Okay

Kelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were terrible! And the lights outside illuminated our room all night. It was impossible to sleep. The location is great but we will never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dhaval, Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved how it faces the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Guest Services on 26 Feb 2024
Thank you for your positive review! We hope to see you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Inn at the Avila Beach Staff on 24 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for the positive review! We really hoped you enjoyed the stay. We hope you come back soon!

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous. Great staff and location. Loved my room and the stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Inn at the Avila Beach Staff on 24 Dec 2023
Thank you for the positive review, Keith! We hoped you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you visit us again.