Clean room, nice staff, great breakfast, safe parking. I would definitely stay again.read more

Slight downgrade from last year…read more.. My fiancé and I stayed here for one night while attending Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest. You can't beat the location. Easy walk- which is a must! So why the downgrade? Well, the room wasn't as nice as last time. Wallpaper was peeling in the bathroom and there weren't any slippers this time. The staff was a mixed bag. Last year, everyone we encountered was super friendly. Smiles all around. This year, hit or miss. Morning staff didn't seem to be friendly. Their complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. It ends at 10am and then checkout is 11. There's enough offered to start your day. The pros outweigh the cons. 4 stars.

A real bargain for the price. Very comfortable and clean room in a well kept property…read more The only complaint is the complementary pre packaged pastry they offer in the office in the morning. Absolutely the worst I have ever eaten. (One bite was enough)

Stayed overnight while in town recently. This Inn has been here for years and I have stayed here on…read morea handful of occassions and its consistently a good choice. Friendly front desk staff make checking in a breeze. This hotel is quiet and secure with ample parking at every building. My last time through we were in the back, a double queen room downstairs with parking literally at the front door. The room was large and comfortable, with all the amenities one expects traveling today. A work desk and chair, along with a flat screen, fridge, with comfortable beds and ample pillows. There is also a basic grab and go coffee and packaged pastries in the front lobby each morning. The coffee is okay, the pastries cheap. 3.5 Stars rounded up for being in the area as one of the better places to stay at a reasonable rate. 01231

For my Wife's Birthday this past November, we booked our first trip to Paso Robles…read more To be perfectly honest... I don't know why, but I always thought that Paso Robles or "Paso" as it's referred to, was some Podunk town that just wasn't worth stopping for. Yeah, I've passed it so many times while traveling North on "THE 101" or simply "101" as they refer to it in NorCal.... ;) (IYKYK) And all those times I've passed through, I've never once thought about pulling off the freeway to see what Paso was all about. Well, just like Julia Robert's character said in Pretty Woman while shopping on Rodeo Drive.... "Big Mistake. Big. HUGE!" Yeah, just like that sales clerk in Pretty Woman I too made a HUGE mistake! Plot Twist: I am the Good Looking Not Quite the Silver Fox Richard Gere of this story. =) ----So let's break down Paso & The Ava Hotel---- For my wife's Birthday Weekend, we made reservations at... The Ava Hotel Paso Robles. Mind you, we left mid-day from our home and by the time we arrived to Paso and pulled into the Hotel parking lot, it was already dark, but right away I could tell that the Hotel my wife booked us was Top Notch. First Impression: Sheesh, my wife sure knows how to spoil herself for HER Birthday weekend. Haha. Once parked, I had my wife and 3 girls head into the lobby out of the cold while I lugged what felt like 12 suitcases... We were only there for three nights; do you really need a suit case just for your change of shoes?? Gotta love Girls... Plot twist: The suitcase with the extra shoes.... WAS MINE!!!!!! Jk, maybe, not really, I'll never tell... =) Upon checking in, I immediately noticed how Great the staff was; Kind, Welcoming and from the looks of the place, even at night, I just knew we were going to enjoy our weekend stay here. ----The Room---- Everything you'd expect, but More! We had 2 comfy Queens, a large screen TV, a mini fridge, a clean bathroom and a Great standalone shower! Being that this hotel is Brand New, everything was clean and felt nearly unused which really made for an enjoyable stay. The next morning, my wife's actual Birthday, we got dressed, headed downstairs and celebrated with a Birthday Mimosa from their Lobby Bar. It was the perfect start to our day and to my wife's Special Day From there we headed out to explore Downtown Paso Robles which BTW, The Ava Hotel is what I would call the start of the Downtown area so it's literally the PERFECT place to stay if you, yourself come to Paso Robles one day. And to those still with us, Remember earlier when I said I made a "Big Mistake. Big. Huge!" By simply thinking that Paso Robles was some Podunk, no-nothin town that wasn't worth exiting the freeway for?? Well, I'll be the 1st to admit. I was wrong!!! Paso is one of my new favorite Central Coast towns that I can't wait to come back to. The fun little shops, the great eateries, Wine, more Wine, Did I mention there's Wine? Yeah, loads and loads of world-renowned wineries specializing in French Reds, but they've got whites too so don't stress. Not a wine person? More of a beer drinker? Paso's Got You!! Come check out Firestone Walker Brewing Co., home of the "805" beer; the regions Phone Area Code. Yeah, drink local baby!! So after enjoying breakfast at the Cowgirl Cafe (Epic Review coming soon), we went to the downtown park at let our kids play with the locals. We then hit several of the eclectic shops, including a local bookstore where my wife was like a kid in a candy store and The Spice of Life Tea Shop which I fell in love with (reviews of everywhere we went NEXT, so stay tuned) and finally made our way back to The Ava to take a break and rest our pups (our feet). Upon walking back to The Ava Hotel, I couldn't help but be in Awe of this well manicured, architecturally forward, beautifully designed building. To be honest, It looks and it feels more like a Resort and I felt so spoiled to be apart of its beginning days and I'm proud to give it the 5 stars it deserves. So... What have we learned?? Step 1: Book a room at the Ava Hotel. Step 2: Put your wife's name on the luggage tag of your suitcase for the extra shoes you really brought. Step 3: Bring one empty suitcase for all the Romantasy books your wife's gonna buy at Spare Time Books! To Paso.... To The Ava Hotel... I can't wait to come back!

We were very impressed with how this hotel looked and how central it was to downtown, but after…read morestaying here two nights, the downsides slowly revealed themselves. At check in, there were absolutely no perks for anyone who booked via Amex Platinum. For a hotel that looks brand new, there was no care done to the build. I can't remember the last time I heard an upstairs and next door neighbors in a hotel, let alone one this new. You'll hear every single stomp and slam in your room. You get a daily food/bev credit, but somehow the one cafe runs out of smoothies at 10am? Pet friendly and they'll charge you $75 to have one stay, but there isn't even a grass patch nearby. It was great being able to walk 5 mins down the street to the heart of downtown, but I'd likely look around before coming back. It looks nice, but there is a ton to be worked on still.

Beautiful hotel ideally located. And dog friendly! Our room was spacious and comfortable and…read morespacious, with a gas fireplace, bathtub and big bathroom. We were in room 201, and it was very quiet. The breakfast was complimentary but not that exciting. Had a cocktail in the outside bar, and it was very nice with all the fires. The library had candy with little bags where you could help yourself. Everyone was very nice, and free parking was right across the street. A lovely place to stay and we will definitely stay again when we visit Paso Robles again.

For the boutique hotel adventurer, Hotel Cheval will hit many of the right notes. Located in quaint…read moredowntown Paso Robles, it offers accommodations with a touch of class. From the outside, it's rather unassuming, but once you go in the front doors, the inner real beauty of this location is revealed. The courtyard is simply amazing, and like a bubble in space and time that offers a refuge from the outside world. In the evening the fireplaces are burning with hardwood every night and they offer fresh made s'mores to hotel guests. There's actually a s'mores menu. The whole environment is almost like something from a movie. They've also got a wonderful library that is tastefully appointed with many wonderful and interesting different books to read. It definitely invites you to sit down and snuggle by the fire with a good book. Such a cozy feeling! You can also select some candy for a snack. The rooms themselves are also beautiful and the bedding looks nice. Though I will say for me personally the pillows were really uncomfortable, and they had a rough spun duvet which smelled musty on the inside like it hadn't been washed in quite awhile. It looked and smelled like they were washing the sheets and the blanket but not the duvet itself. They also offer breakfast in the morning, but it's a little bit later than some other places so if you have to get an early start, then you probably won't be able to catch it. Overall I really enjoyed the stay and would say this experience is really good for the boutique traveler that is looking for a peaceful, unhurried trip.

Very civilized Huge clean room…read moreLots of toilet paper?!?! Very nice employees Hearty breakfast

I was pleasantly surprised by this La Quinta…read more When you step in, the lounge is updated and modern looking. It's so pretty! The gentleman helping us was very kind and helpful. The gym is open 24/7 and is pretty clean. Space is limited, but it contains the essentials such as elliptical, treadmill, bike, machine, and weight bench. They have towels and a water fountain in there. The rooms are large, including the bathroom. Lots of space to move about. You can see that there's still aspects that are older, but it's clean in the room. I didn't care for the bed fitted sheet because it was so fuzzy from being worn out/used. The room was very clean. They have complimentary makeup wipes on the bathroom counter. There's complimentary breakfast and it's the standard stuff you'd get anywhere, like eggs, potatoes, sausage, coffee, pastries, some fruits. They do have some local bakery pastries from SLO like chocolate croissants and muffins, which is cool. They have a water station for you to refill your water bottles. Plenty of parking outside. Overall I'd highly recommend staying here!

Nice place for a weekend getaway: clean, walking distance to fairgrounds and several restaurants…read morenearby. Free, ample parking and short drive to downtown and all the wineries/tasting rooms. This Holiday Inn Express consists of two separated buildings, with the second building being worked on during our stay. Despite the construction, we did not experience any interruptions. Actually the unpainted walls and some leftover tools were the only indication there was something going on. The free breakfast is in the main building and standard HIE: they had pancakes, bacon, and sausages on top of usual continental options. And a fancy, automated coffee machine. The kitchen staff was working hard to get everything topped off as soon as an item started to get low. I also used the gym, which is located next to the indoor pool and it was good for a quick workout: some treadmills, elypticals, free weights. The check-in and check-out were quick and easy and I consider the price point a good value. We had a nice time and if going to Paso next time, I'll defiently keep HIE in mind.

Important Note: 1/9/26 This location is actively under remodel/ construction. I walked into the…read morefront lobby area and was immediately greeted by a lonely front desk to the left and huge pile of caution taped boxes being moved on the right. The walls are completely bare, stripped of paint and most of the decor, but penciled-in instructions of what SHOULD go on the wall is definitely still visible. I thought I had made a huge mistake from the minute I walked in. While I was told all amenities are still open and accessible during this time, I think it's important to set expectations. The outdoor fire pit sits directly to the right of the entrance and borders sidewalk... the neighboring view is of the parking lot. The "free breakfast" is nothing like you see on their website. There is no brightly lit room with cute kitchen themed decor... or places to sit. Rather, it is a set of 3-4 chaffing dishes, arranged on a folding table, next to a "coffee station" atop of a random cabinet haphazardly placed just outside the 2nd floor elevator doors. The highly recognizable pancake machine is legit for display only because of the two days I was here it was not functional... very disappointing. The "newly renovated rooms" looked nice... but that was truly where the buck stopped. Upon arrival, the neighboring room happened to slam the door at just the right time that a plastic covering popped off the wall and left exposed wires at eye level. Uhm what?! It is worth mentioning, that I booked a room with two queen beds. The beds are very tall and while comfortable, were horribly squeaky at the base. Even the slightest shift in the bed led to horrible squeaking from the boxspring. And to make matters worse, the walls in the room are extremely thin... and the front door is hollow core (Google it) so you can hear EVERYTHING. Restful sleep? Think again. And unfortunately, it doesn't end there. The bathroom vent fan in our room didn't work so if you take a hot shower, it immediately turns into an unexpected steam room. (Not just the bathroom, the WHOLE room. No joke. Check the windows and you'll see what I mean!) If you move the mixer valve just a little too far away from the hottest setting? Prepare for an instant ice shower. There was seemingly, no in-between. And the best part, If you are sitting on the toilet, be careful if someone else tries to open the door because your kneecaps are doomed. Long story short... my family has officially barred me from making any hotel reservations in the future as a result of this stay, and honestly... I can't blame them. This was one of the toughest hotel experiences I've had in a long time.

A charming boutique hotel with exceptional service from start to finish. While the room could…read morebenefit from USB-C outlets (bring your own adapters), everything else exceeded expectations. Guest services went above and beyond for my wife's birthday--arranging beautiful flowers from a local florist, adding a lovely bottle of wine, and including a handwritten note. Each day, the front desk thoughtfully checked in to see how her birthday weekend was going. The location is ideal--just off the town square with easy access to restaurants and shops--and valet parking was a welcome bonus. Truly hard to find anything not to love.

1st the customer service was great and we came across this older woman that prepared complementary…read morebreakfast that was amazing. I forget her name but she was a Gem! She spoke about her life journey and her beautiful family. The beds and comforters felt great.

Comfortable bed. Clean and spacious room. A couple of EV chargers. Really everything we were…read morelooking for. Nothing fancy but we were very comfortable. Part of our group went to breakfast at the partnering diner and liked it, but we didn't.

Perfect place to stay for a weekend visit to Paso, right at the intersection of 101 & 46 to provide…read morequick access to drive out to Sensorio or to the Firestone brewery. There is also a pizza place right there, which I had marked but didn't get a chance to try. Don't expect any resort feeling here, it's just a clean and convenient place to stay for Paso trips that provides lot of pluses to make the stay pleasant and perfect. - The elder lady at check in was very sweet, calm, and welcoming. Instantly feeling the body and mind relax to enjoy the stay. She was there the next morning at check out too, such a pleasant person to talk to, felt like getting blessed when you come in and blessed when you go out. - This is a large Best Western property that's well maintained. Parking was convenient and elevator to 2nd floor made easy transport of luggage. Pool looked nice, but didn't get to use. - Room size was plenty adequate for family and clean, well maintained in it's age. Vanity/sink outside made it convenient to have separation of toilet/shower. The best part of the room was definitely the toilet/shower:) - Shower pressure was excellent, the best I've had anywhere! - And the small window to vent the toilet/shower was awesome to keep air fresh! Just a convenient, friendly, great place to stay.

What an adorable place to stay for a weekend trip to Paso…read more The Farmhouse is a newly renovated motel. While the word motel has certain perceptions attached to it, farmhouse is in actuality a bright, modern, and very aesthetically pleasing hotel with wonderful amenities. Prices can be average to above average depending on the time of the year, but we were able to use some credit card points to save even further. I'd say the stay is worth the baseline price, though. We got the standard king bed room. Each room has its own little patio, and a shared fire pit nearby. The room was spacious, clean, and the color palate is a dream. The bathroom amenities were standard. It's a room you wouldn't mind doing a staycation in. The service is wonderful. There is a front desk for easy check in, and the host was available via text if we needed anything ( at one point we needed more tissues and she brought it within minutes). They also offer free rosé upon arrival and free pastries and fruit/coffee during breakfast. The location is not exactly in downtown but it's a 15 min walk or a 5 min drive to the park/square. Can't wait to come back .

Such a fun and cute place to stay!…read more For reference, I'm usually not a motel girlie. I've done Hampton Inns and similar but prefer the Four Seasons and Ritz Carltons. Having said that, I've had better customer service at some 3 star places than some 5 stars. I had read great things about this place and it looked so fun, I couldn't pass it up! Guest services here are stellar. I called the day before to see if we could store our luggage in the lobby, realizing we had a tasting before checkin. Not only was that fine, but they said we could get into our room a little early to avoid that. And, they left us a sweet note and gift for our anniversary! If we needed anything, they were quick to reply and help throughout the stay. (For example, hubby forgot his toothbrush. I texted you see if they had any - they did in their gift shop and offered to run one to our room!) The room itself was compact but comfortable and well appointed. And, it was so nice to walk into a cool room on such a hot day. (Don't take that for granted - I've had less than great on that front.) Storage is a little limited, but we used our luggage as a dresser drawer. The bed was firm and cozy, and the sheets were lovely. We slept great! The toilet paper and tissues were a little rough - almost office supply quality - which was disappointing. Huge TV with lots of options. They serve croissants and coffee/tea in the lobby/lounge area in the morning. The croissants were big, buttery, and beautiful! Yummy! The coffee was meh at best. The location is great - just a few blocks to the town park and restaurants. We didn't have an opportunity to use the fire pit, but they looked cozy. The property itself is pretty with lots of flowers. The drive/walkway was steep in some places. Parking seemed a little tricky - we saw people taking a few attempts to make it work - but doable. You only get 1 key per room. We were doing things together the entire time, so that wasn't an issue. I would have liked to have seen an extra security lock on the door, but that's me. All in all it was a great stay and I would be happy to return! (Hint, hint in case hubby sees this!) Huge thanks to all there for making our anniversary getaway a romantic, relaxing treat!

Paso Robles Inn is a nice hotel in an historic building right on the downtown square. It's hard…read moreto beat the location in walking distance to many shops, restaurants and tasting rooms. While the building is historic it's been recently renovated and the rooms are modern and well equipped. We chose a Garden King Room. It's a good-sized room with a fireplace and a nice balcony overlooking the beautiful courtyard. The bathroom is spacious with a walk-in shower and a large double vanity. There is a Nespresso type coffee maker in the room and a tea kettle. Also, a couple bottles of drinking water per day are provided. Connected to the hotel is the wonderful Cattlemen's Bar which is beautifully renovated and has a nice local wine list and makes creative cocktails. There's also a breakfast restaurant which I went to for take-out coffee (the coffee maker in the room made weak coffee). Also, a steakhouse which we did not visit but is also recently renovated and looks nice. Service at the hotel was professional and friendly. The only downside of the hotel is that we were so busy with activities that we did not get to take full advantage of the hotel offerings.

The room we stayed in was clean and the bathroom was so spacious! Plenty of counter space. The one…read moredifficulty we had was with the remote for the heating/air conditioning unit. The instructions posted on the wall do not match the buttons on the remote. We ended up doing a web search for the unit's instruction manual. That's pretty sad. These things should be more intuitive. We liked having a fridge and microwave in the room. The downside to our room was that it was on the 2nd floor and we had to carry our things up the stairs since there was no elevator. Do ask for a ground floor if you want to avoid walking up stairs. I became more mindful of these details in recent years when husband suffered from shortness of breath and had a challenging time doing stairs. The property looks nice with several different buildings surrounding a center common grassy lawn area with curved walkways & mini bridge next to their herb garden and koi pond. There are little fish and some ginormous ones in their koi pond. There is also a pool at the rear of the property. It was easy to find parking near our room. The grounds look lovely from your room or from a distance. But we noticed dog poop on the grass when we wanted to walk over to one of the sofas in the grassy area. BE CAREFUL when walking on the grassy parts. People who bring pets here are not mindful about cleaning up after their pets. This is in stark contrast to our stay at Cambria Shores Inn during the previous days (a pet friendly hotel with lots of little dogs staying and no dog poop messes in the outdoor common areas). I guess the pet owners who stay at Cambria Shores Inn are more respectful than the ones who stay here at Paso Robles Inn. Another thing about the outdoor seating is that they look great from a distance, but their uncleanliness can be seen once you walk closer. They were dirty and there was even one set of sofas that had poop on them. It's as if the hotel staff does not go around and wipe the cushions down each day (which I have seen hotel staff do at other hotels and it truly makes a difference). It looks like a nice place to sit & relax outside, but doesn't really work out that way in practice. Hotel is conveniently located near shops & restaurants. The one challenge is crossing Spring St. which is way busier than I ever imagined it to be before booking a room here. LOL The downtown area is pleasant, and you don't need to drive anywhere unless you're visiting a nearby winery.