Arroyo Grande travel guide

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You're Going to Love Arroyo Grande

With a population of 17,252, Arroyo Grande is a must-see destination in California, United States. Arroyo Grande deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Arroyo Grande

Arroyo Grande in March
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arroyo Grande in March
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Arroyo Grande

Plane

When flying to Arroyo Grande, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 14 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Arroyo Grande include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Arroyo Grande departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Arroyo Grande.

Car

Another option to get to Arroyo Grande is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 239 km from Arroyo Grande. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Arroyo Grande. From San Jose, the bus ride to Arroyo Grande takes 378 km and will cost you around $116. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $130 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

When flying to Arroyo Grande, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 14 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Arroyo Grande include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Arroyo Grande departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 08m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Arroyo Grande.

Car

Another option to get to Arroyo Grande is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 239 km from Arroyo Grande. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Amtrak operates bus routes to Arroyo Grande. From San Jose, the bus ride to Arroyo Grande takes 378 km and will cost you around $116. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $130 for a journey of 435 km.

Airlines serving Arroyo Grande

Lufthansa
Good (4,667 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (474 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,935 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,813 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,605 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,328 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (774 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,794 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Good (309 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Okay (8 reviews)
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Where to stay in Arroyo Grande

Average rates range from around $350 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $305 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection and Aloha Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Arroyo Grande

Most booked hotels in Arroyo Grande

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 583 reviews)
$176+
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1807 reviews)
$227+
Madonna Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1140 reviews)
$228+
Apple Farm
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1856 reviews)
$160+
Cottage Inn by the Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2821 reviews)
$214+
Spyglass Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1010 reviews)
$193+

Renting a car in Arroyo Grande

Renting a car in Arroyo Grande costs $101 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at San Luis Obispo County.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Arroyo Grande (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Arroyo Grande is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Arroyo Grande costs $101 per day, on average, or $201 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 42% more expensive than at San Luis Obispo County.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Arroyo Grande (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Arroyo Grande is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.