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A weekend in this charming and scenic town, situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing break or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack lunch and head north or south to have a picnic at one of the dozens of picturesque wineries. Head west for great beaches, perfect for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the birthplace and heart of this quaint town: the beautiful adobe-brick... more » A weekend in this charming and scenic town, situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range, can be whatever you want it to be: a relaxing break or a buzz of activity. For serenity, pack lunch and head north or south to have a picnic at one of the dozens of picturesque wineries. Head west for great beaches, perfect for a leisurely swim. For a dose of history, visit the birthplace and heart of this quaint town: the beautiful adobe-brick Mission San Luis Obispo. Children will revel in the plentiful fun activities, such as the Charles Paddock Zoo, the Morro Bay Aquarium and the Children's Museum. For a laugh or a gasp, visit the outrageously decorated Madonna Inn, where nothing in the garish décor is consistent except for an abundance of the colour pink. All are welcome for a peek inside the lobby's men's room for more interior design surprises. « less

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“Nice treat - beautiful decor”

Palazzo Giusppe

4 of 5 stars
travelingWise
Folsom, California
24 Jul 2008

Ate a late lunch here with son and husband. The decor was lovely, and the patio is a great place to sit and people watch. Food was good, though not exceptional, and fairly expensive. Would go back....more

“Great rooms, good location, nice breakfast, but no grounds”

San Luis Creek Lodge

5 of 5 stars
travelingWise
Folsom, California
24 Jul 2008

I've stayed at San Luis Creek Lodge twice. The first time was with my son, booked via Hotwire. We got a huge room that was very comfortable. Second time, my husband and I stayed for 1 night to visit...more

“Wow, Im impressed”

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

4 of 5 stars
CPLnCAL
Cali
23 Jul 2008

What a nice hotel! I thought they were all about the same but this place really does stand out. We checked in late at night with a coupon from the hotel guide and since it was so late the lady was...more

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SLO wine tours / dining 13 July 2008, 3 replies
FYI Peachtree Inn 7/12 & 7/13 ~ I canceled, maybe you need? 04 July 2008, no replies
Pismo, SLO or Morro Bay?? 07 July 2008, 4 replies
Walking to a winery from SLO 08 July 2008, no replies
What to do in SLO for 2 1/2 hours??? 08 July 2008, 1 reply
Which Waterfall Shower room at Madonna Inn??? 09 July 2008, 4 replies
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Anywhere I can buy rib roundup? 16 July 2008, 11 replies
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