Cuesta-by-the-Sea
Los Osos
Visit Cuesta-by-the-Sea
Popular places to visit

Elfin Forest Preserve
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Elfin Forest Preserve, a lovely green space in Baywood-Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Valencia Peak Trail
You can take time to visit Valencia Peak Trail during your travels to Los Osos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Bluff Trail
You can take time to visit Bluff Trail during your travels to Los Osos. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Morro Dunes Natural Preserve
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Morro Dunes Natural Preserve during your trip to Los Osos? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
Los Osos Oaks State Reserve
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Osos Oaks State Reserve, a lovely green space in Baywood-Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Morro Coast Audubon Society Sweet Springs Nature Preserve, a lovely green space in Baywood-Los Osos. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Cuesta-by-the-Sea

Spyglass Inn
The room was good and the view is amazing. I was really disappointed however by being told, I had to pay $10 to park my car. When I asked the gal waiting on me what why she said it’s because the other hotels have conferences and their people take up our parking spaces. She needs to get a better answer. ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Great welcome from the staff which is a big plus in my book. The hotel needed some deep cleaning, but the customer service and the location made up for it. I would stay here again but next time I want the full ocean balcony not partial.
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The room was clean, had a fresh and updated look. The bed was confortable, but the view that we had from our room was what sealed the experience.
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Helpful staff. Nice accommodations.
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
N/A
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026

Madonna Inn
Everything was great. One less star for kitschiness and overwhelming pink in the common areas.
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cuesta-by-the-Sea

Baywood Park
Baywood Park is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Morro Bay State Park and Morro Estuary Nature Preserve.

