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La Lomita Ranch

La Lomita Ranch

3.5 star property
15.7 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Beautiful Property and Gracious, Friendly staff/hosts"
United States
Thomas
La Lomita Ranch
Junior Suite, City View | Terrace/patio
Petit Soleil

Petit Soleil

3.5 star property
16.7 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (270)
"Clean and comfy rooms."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Petit Soleil
Free daily buffet breakfast
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3.0 star property
16.5 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1296)
"Breakfast staff was very friendly and helpful. "
United States
Julie
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
San Luis Creek Lodge

San Luis Creek Lodge

3.0 star property
16.2 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Beautiful cozy room, great staff, good location, clean and modern. "
United States
Rasa
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
San Luis Creek Lodge
Morro Suite | Living area
Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 star property
17.6 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (546)
"Beautiful room and nice rooftop bar!"
United States
Chizuru
The price is AU$506
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Property entrance
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
17.6 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (720)
"Very nice place. Comfortable and clean."
United States
richard
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Aerial view
Apple Farm

Apple Farm

3.5 star property
16.1 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1564)
"Beautiful hotel and a wonderful staff."
United States
Nadia
Apple Farm
Sun deck
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
17.7 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"We had a great stay"
United States
ADALBERT
The price is AU$442
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Pool
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

3.0 star property
16.3 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1805)
"Great place would stay there again"
United States
James
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Meeting facility
The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
16.3 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location and friendly staff."
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 star property
19.1 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1325)
"We love this place!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Madonna Inn
Bar (on property)
Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

3.0 star property
19.7 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85)
"Love it"
United States
Jiexin
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
18.3 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1135)
"Good room, nice staff."
United States
annamalai
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Bar (on property)
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

3.0 star property
19.7 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (143)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was very clean as well as a convenient location. "
United States
Jieun
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo
Terrace/patio
La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

2.5 star property
16.1 km from Santa Margarita Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1077)
"Clean room, nice staff, good location"
United States
Irene
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

3.0 star property
22 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Really clean, and friendly staff. Will stay again!"
United States
Raymond
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG
Property grounds
Peach Tree Inn

Peach Tree Inn

2.0 star property
16.2 km from Santa Margarita Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Very cordial staff, great rooms and location."
United States
Chad
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Peach Tree Inn
Property amenity
TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

3.0 star property
20.3 km from Santa Margarita Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (154)
"Great space and breakfast "
United States
Bonnie
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
20.8 km from Santa Margarita Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Staff was very friendly!!"
United States
Kathleen
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

2.5 star property
19.5 km from Santa Margarita Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Pool was out of order and breakfast room was cold but otherwise perfect hotel and great location. Super nice staff, breakfast was delicious, free hot chocolate/ coffee machine and very nice center patio with warm fireplace. We will for sure be retuning to this hotel. "
United States
Diego
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel
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Top Santa Margarita Lake Hotel Reviews

Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect! Only downside were the two flights of circular stairs to access the room. Hard on our old knees!"
TANYA 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Madonna Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Margarita Lake?
Santa Margarita Lake is located in Santa Margarita. You'll find 5 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Margarita Lake?
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Santa Margarita Lake. Other good options around the area include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown and Apple Farm.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Santa Margarita Lake?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Santa Margarita Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Margarita Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Santa Margarita Lake.