Avila Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Avila Beach

With a population of 1,627, Avila Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Avila Beach to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Avila Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Custom House (404 Front St) and Ocean Grill (268 Front St) are great picks.

When to visit Avila Beach

Avila Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Avila Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Avila Beach in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Avila Beach, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Avila Beach

Plane

When flying to Avila Beach, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Avila Beach include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Avila Beach departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avila Beach. The train journey from Avila Beach to Los Angeles takes 4h 37m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Oakland, expect to pay about $64 for a 6h 15m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Avila Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 158 miles from Avila Beach. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Avila Beach.

Plane

When flying to Avila Beach, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Avila Beach include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Avila Beach departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Avila Beach. The train journey from Avila Beach to Los Angeles takes 4h 37m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Oakland, expect to pay about $64 for a 6h 15m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Avila Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 158 miles from Avila Beach. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Avila Beach.

Airlines serving Avila Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,683 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,989 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,752 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,775 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (314 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Avila Beach

Most booked hotels in Avila Beach

Avila Lighthouse Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 278 reviews)
$319+
Avila Village Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 284 reviews)
$248+
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1804 reviews)
$254+
Madonna Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1118 reviews)
$234+
Inn at Avila Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 542 reviews)
$231+
Apple Farm Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1856 reviews)
$186+

Renting a car in Avila Beach

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Avila Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Avila Beach, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Avila Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Avila Beach, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.