Sycamore Mineral Springs Hotel Avila Beach, Avila Beach ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1215 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach, California, United States of America, 93405

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa is situated halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, offering guests a unique wellness experience rooted in therapeutic mineral spring water sourced from over 100 acres. The resort features a variety of accommodations complete with their own private hot tubs, ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at The Gardens of Avila, renowned for its locally sourced cuisine. With a range of activities and amenities, the resort emphasizes wellness in a picturesque setting near Avila Beach.

Location

Sycamore Mineral Springs is located approximately 9.5 miles from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, making it accessible for travelers. The resort's convenient position near Highway 101 allows for easy access to nearby attractions, including Avila Beach and award-winning wineries. Bicycle rentals are available on-site, providing a direct route to Avila Beach along the scenic Bob Jones Trail.

Rooms

Each guest room and suite at Sycamore includes a private balcony or patio equipped with its own hot tub, allowing for personal mineral spring experiences. The accommodations range from standard guest rooms to one-bedroom and specialty suites, with features such as fireplaces, complimentary bottled water, and comfortable furnishings. Many rooms also provide scenic hillside views, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere for guests seeking relaxation.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Sycamore is offered at The Gardens of Avila, where the menu features fresh, sustainable cuisine sourced from local farms and artisans. The restaurant serves a seasonal menu with options ranging from hearty breakfast dishes to exquisite dinner selections. In addition, guests can indulge in in-room dining services, which provide a variety of meals made with locally sourced ingredients.

Leisure & Business

The resort provides numerous leisure facilities, including hillside mineral hot tubs available for private rental, a full-service spa offering various treatments, and the Healing Arts Dome for yoga and fitness classes. Business travelers will find multiple meeting spaces accommodating up to 80 guests, complete with audio/visual equipment and catering services to ensure productive gatherings in a serene environment. Guests can also explore the surrounding trails for hiking and biking.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Suite

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3 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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King Suite

Max:

3 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

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2 Double beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Avila Beach 1.2 mi

Airports

San Luis Obispo County Regional (SBP) 8.3 mi

Santa Maria Public (SMX) 29.8 mi

Train

Grover Beach Amtrak 6.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop 2.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Room!

“Our suite was beautifully designed, featuring two flat-screen TVs and a cozy fireplace that made our stay feel extra special.” view full review

Relaxing Hot Tub!

“The personal hot tub on the balcony was a good feature, allowing us to relax while enjoying the peaceful view of the trees.” view full review

Delicious Room Service!

“The room service was fantastic; we enjoyed breakfast in bed and a great selection of wine and beer delivered right to our suite.” view full review

Accessibility Considered

“The hiking trails and gardens were designed to be accessible, providing a wonderful experience for all guests.” view full review

General

Wi-Fi
24-hour reception

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Room service

Dining

Restaurant

Room features

Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

1215 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach, California, United States of America, 93405

Map view

1215 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach, California, United States of America, 93405

City landmarks

Farm

Avila Valley Barn

2600 ft

250 Avila Beach Drive

Avila Hot Springs

3800 ft

Bob Jones City to the Sea Bike Trail Park & Ride

3200 ft

Cave Landing Rd

Pirates Cove Lookout

4400 ft

Shell Beach Bluff Trail

Stp Beach

4200 ft

Beach

Avila Beach

2.2 mi

Highway 1

The Whale Trail

1.3 mi

Aquarium

Central Coast Aquarium

1.4 mi

1717 Cave Landing Rd

Avila Sea Caves

1.3 mi

Fossil Point

1.5 mi

6996 Ontario Rd

SLO Buddhist Temple

1.2 mi

50 San Juan St

Avila Beach Park

1.4 mi

65 Landing Passage Avila Beach

Avila Gallery

1.3 mi

Beach

Pirates Cove Beach

1.5 mi

Harbor

Avila Beach Pier

1.4 mi

100-198 Beachcomber Dr

South Palisades Park North Staircase

1.6 mi

Pismo Beach

South Palisades

1.7 mi

318 Ebb Tide Ln

Ebb Tide Park

1.8 mi

6520 Avila Beach Dr

Olde Port Beach

2.1 mi

State Hwy 1

Monarch Butterfly Grove

2.6 mi

Beach

Fisherman's Beach

2.4 mi

Harbor

Port San Luis Pier

2.6 mi

Harbor

Harford Pier

2.6 mi

Lighthouse

Point San Luis Lighthouse

3.2 mi

Beach

Eldwayen Ocean Park

3.0 mi

Parks

Johnson Ranch Open Space

3.0 mi

Market

Gopher Glen Organic Apple Farm

3.1 mi

Nearby

Sycamore Crest Trail

1300 ft

Restaurants

Gardens of Avila

200 ft

1215 Avila Beach Dr

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

tranquil location

cozy fireplace

parking issues

confusion at check-in

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

7.8

Dining

7.0

4/5 based on 3766 reviews

#13 of 32 hotels in San Luis Obispo based on Tripadvisor

Herbert

United States of America, March 2024

7.2/10

I was pleasantly surprised by the hotel's location, nestled in the beautiful hills and close to great hiking trails. The rooms, although a bit away from the main hotel area, were charming and easily walkable, with a lovely fireplace in the living room. However, the parking situation with people in handicap spaces was a downside.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be very nice, although they were a bit away from the main part of the hotel. The fireplace in the living room made it feel like a cozy family retreat.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and easy to talk to, with a bit of confusion at check-in. However, they quickly resolved any issues and made sure everything was working fine.

Location

7.0

The location was tranquil, perfect for relaxation and reading. It was also convenient for accessing the Bob Jones Trail to Avila Beach and surrounded by great hiking trails. While the beauty was undeniable, the high cost diminished its overall value.

Dining

6.0

Dining options were a nice bonus, especially in the restaurant and lounge. However, they were a little lacking and seemed overpriced for what they offered.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were very nice, offering a quiet and serene atmosphere. However, the lack of clear navigation for guests with orthopedic or asthma concerns was a drawback.

tranquil location

parking issues

Samuel

United States of America, December 2023

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The queen suite with the hot tub was amazing and unexpected, but the extreme sulfate smell in the room made my husband feel sick, and I almost got nauseous, which was a real downside. The separation of the bedroom from the living room was a nice feature.

Rooms

7.0

The queen suite with the hot tub was awesome and unexpected, but the extreme sulfate smell was a major issue.

Service

6.0

The staff really tried to be helpful, but they were not consistently friendly during our interactions. They didn't take action regarding noisy neighbors and did little to address disturbances.

Location

8.0

The location is a perfect blend of mountains and ocean, rural and quiet with easy access to the Bob Jones Trail. Despite its beauty, the steep hill approach in chilly December weather to the front desk could be a challenge.

Dining

7.0

The morning dining options were a bit lacking and pricey for what you received. However, the gourmet pizzas were delicious and a positive dining experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had good facilities, but the issue with the sulfate smell overshadowed the experience, affecting our overall stay.

John

United States of America, October 2023

7.2/10

Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were luxurious and beautiful, but lacked a blow dryer as advertised. The location was great, surrounded by a lovely garden and close to the beach. The service was friendly and accommodating, although some aspects could be improved. The dining was a bit expensive, and the quality did not quite match the price. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were luxurious and beautiful, though missing a blow dryer as stated. They are located over a garage/utility room and could use some maintenance/updating.

Service

8.0

The service was so nice and accommodating, with big smiles from the staff. I even received some luscious Truffles for my birthday. However, there were minor issues with watery, burning eyes.

Location

8.0

The location was great, set among a beautiful garden and trees, with proximity to the beach. It is off the beaten path in a quiet grove, but unfortunately, there were some crying kids present.

Dining

6.0

The dining was a bit expensive and not necessarily up to par with the price paid. Although I didn't particularly care for my choice of breakfast, the hand-cut steaks were a highlight.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but could benefit from some improvements.

luxurious rooms

maintenance needed

Jill

United States of America, October 2023

9.6/10

My stay at the hotel was simply fantastic. The rooms were cozy, complete with a mineral hot tub and a private outdoor hot tub, surrounded by beautiful scenery. The service exceeded my expectations, with a delightful surprise room upgrade to a newly refurbished suite. The location was excellent, nestled on the hillside with easy access to nearby beach towns. The dining experience was top-notch, offering great quality and value for money. The facilities were exceptional, making my stay truly unforgettable.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were cozy and luxurious, featuring a mineral hot tub and a private outdoor hot tub amidst beautiful surroundings.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, from providing a discount for inconvenience to upgrading us to a newly refurbished suite at no extra charge. The staff, including the bellboys, were attentive and friendly.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, perched on the hillside with stunning views and easy access to beach and walking trails. The greeting with a smile set the perfect tone for my stay.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb, offering delicious homemade pies and jams. The only downside was a personal dislike for one breakfast option, but overall, the quality and value for money were exceptional.

Facilities

10.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything needed for a luxurious and comfortable stay. The amenities further enhanced the overall experience.