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Reviews of Avila La Fonda Hotel

4 out of 5
Avila La Fonda Hotel
101 San Miguel St, Avila Beach, CA

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 778 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

We come here cause its all adults. Out “kid” days are behind us. If u want a place for children try the Lighthouse suites. We coming back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Apr 1, 2024
Dear Mike,Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us at Avila La Fonda Hotel. Our goal is to provide every guest with a wonderful experience, so we're delighted to read you thoroughly enjoyed your visit. It was a pleasure to host you, and we can't wait to welcome you back.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful hotel with lots of amenities. Our room has a fireplace, jacuzzi tub, big bathroom, fridge and microwave. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Apr 1, 2024
Dear Valerie,Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us at Avila La Fonda Hotel. Our goal is to provide every guest with comfortable accommodations, so we're glad you thoroughly enjoyed your room. It's great to read you were able to take full advantage of our plentiful amenities. The pleasure was all ours, and we can't wait to welcome you back.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

JANNELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 8, 2024
Dear Jannelle,Thank you for highlighting our team's hospitality. At Avila La Fonda Hotel, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another five-star stay!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Santa Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Germaine, Clovis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs were wonderful. Will come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 28, 2024
Dear Germaine,Thank you for sharing your experience at Avila La Fonda Hotel! We're delighted to hear that our team made your visit memorable. Your kind words are truly appreciated, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic stay!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have an amazing welcoming spread with wine and snacks in the evening and the complimentary basket with goodies in the room is a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 27, 2024
Dear Robert,It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed our Wine and Charcuterie receptions as well as the welcome goodies in your room. Here at Avila La Fonda Hotel, we want to ensure our guests enjoy their stay to the fullest. Thank you for the excellent review. Come back anytime!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor and outstanding service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 23, 2024
Dear Ronald,We're thrilled to hear you appreciated our decor and service! It's lovely to know our efforts to create a beautiful environment and provide outstanding service resonated with you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Avila La Fonda Hotel and serving you again.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 14, 2024
Dear Fernando,Thank you for choosing Avila La Fonda Hotel. We're delighted to hear that everything was to your satisfaction, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another five-star experience.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

6/10 Okay

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff was ok. Hotel was ok. Walking distance to shops and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 1, 2024
Dear Maria,Thank you for letting us know about your recent experience staying at our hotel. We are grateful to have had you as a guest and thank you for complimenting our friendly service and ideal location. Please make sure you come back and see us again the next time you are in Avila Beach.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gathering Friendly
Quaint hotel with amazing guests. Everyone chats with each other for a happy hour fun experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from General Manager on Dec 12, 2023
Dear Annalise,Thank you for your kind words. We're glad you enjoyed happy hour and that your overall stay was pleasant. If you're in the area again, we welcome you back to Avila La Fonda Hotel!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Matha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from General Manager on Dec 5, 2023
Dear Kathy, Thank you for your review and for giving us a perfect rating. We love having you here, and we hope you return soon!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Norberto

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from General Manager on Dec 5, 2023
Dear Norberto,Thank you for choosing Avila La Fonda Hotel! We're glad you appreciated our affordable rates, and we look forward to your next visit.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

8/10 Good

Chung S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect hotel for our Anniversary get away! The room was so nice and even had a complimentary basket with snacks and drinks. I will definitely stay here in the future and recommend others to stay when in Avila.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from General Manager on Nov 13, 2023
Dear Audrey,It's wonderful to hear that our amazing accommodations we're the highlight of your stay! Thank you so much for celebrating your anniversary with us, and we cannot wait to see you again in the future. Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Ted, Salinas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception. Quiet. Walking distance to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from General Manager on Nov 7, 2023
Dear Ted,Thank you for this glowing review of Avila La Fonda Hotel. We're delighted to learn that our friendly staff, peaceful accommodations, and convenient location impressed you. Please come back and see us soon!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from General Manager on Oct 29, 2023
Dear Kirstin,Thank you for your five-star review! We're thrilled you found our hotel beautiful and our team attentive. Your positive feedback inspires us to continue delivering exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming you back to Avila La Fonda Hotel!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , nice room and great place to hang for wine , pie or appies.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from General Manager on Oct 23, 2023
Dear Colin,It is wonderful to know that you had an enjoyable experience with us. We appreciate you shining the spotlight on our hospitable team and lovely accommodations. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back soon!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very beautiful and quiet. The lady at the front desk was very nice, the man not so much. The room was not the room I picked out, but it was ok we still enjoyed our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from General Manager on Oct 17, 2023
Dear James,We always appreciate hearing from our guests. It's great to know that our beautiful property and quiet rooms added to your experience. Thank you for your feedback about our front desk staff. We'll speak with them about your comments, and we hope to see you again soon.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Hanford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Fonda is a Wonder Place to stay, We loved the Decor and most of All the Cleanliness. The Entire Staff was Very Welcoming and Friendly. If you needed Anything they were Right There to Help. We will Most Definitely Recommend La Fonda to Family & Friends! We Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from General Manager on Sep 26, 2023
Dear Juana,Thank you for recommending Avila La Fonda Hotel. Our team is humbled to have earned your praise for our clean environment and welcoming hospitality! The pleasure was all ours, and we look forward to your next stay. Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The peace and quiet wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from General Manager on Sep 26, 2023
Dear Mark,Thank you for the outstanding rating of your recent stay at Avila La Fonda Hotel. We're glad you had a wonderful visit with us and enjoyed our peaceful and quiet accommodations and exceptional staff. It would be our pleasure to host you again in Avila Beach, so come back soon!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was traveling alone and both the facility and the staff made me feel safe and very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from General Manager on Aug 28, 2023
Dear Lisa, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Ensuring the safety and comfort of our guests, especially those traveling alone, is a top priority for us. We're truly grateful to hear that our facility and staff made you feel both safe and welcomed during your stay. If there's anything else you'd like to share or if you have suggestions for us, please don't hesitate to reach out. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another secure stay.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was fantastic. Staff was amazing and so very helpful. They make you feel like family. They offer morning breakfas, chips and salsa bar. Cheese, wine, meats. Then pies in the evening. NO PLACE DOES THAT! We travel alot. Thank you so much gor making our stay wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from General Manager on Aug 24, 2023
Dear Teresa,A top-notch dining experience is often the most memorable part of any trip, and we're glad this was the case for you! We're delighted that you also enjoyed our friendly service, and we can't wait to welcome you back to Avila La Fonda Hotel the next time you're in town.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from General Manager on Aug 20, 2023
Dear Cynthia,Wow! Now there's a review we love to see! Thank you for being our guest at Avila La Fonda Hotel and for sharing such a lovely comment and five-star review. We are thrilled you were so impressed you're already looking forward to joining us again.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it!
What a wonderful hotel and stay! My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our time here and were very well taken care of. The large Jacuzzi was amazing, too bad it was too warm to enjoy the fireplace. The staff always tried to please in every way, from free loaner beach gear to wonderful snacks and food to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from General Manager on Aug 3, 2023
What a lovely, thoughtful review; thank you! We especially appreciate you highlighting our hard-working staff, as we pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service. From all of us here at Avila La Fonda Hotel, it was a pleasure to host you, and we'd love to see you again soon. Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

6/10 Okay

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Loud a/c unit. (2) No volume control on TV. No working fan in bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from General Manager on Jul 31, 2023
Dear Larry,Thank you for sharing your experience staying with us. We are sorry to hear there were some maintenance issues in your room and we want you to know there is always a member of our team available to assist you in such situations. Thank you for your feedback and we wish you pleasant future travels. Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

8/10 Good

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room facing street/sidewalk with no way to get natural light, only one layer of drapes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from General Manager on Jul 31, 2023
Dear Jerry, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Based on your rating, it seems you enjoyed your overall experience with us. That said, your feedback regarding the lighting in your suite will be shared with our internal team, as we are always seeking new ways to improve. It was a pleasure having you here, and we hope to welcome you back soon.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Josh, Bakersfield

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, excellent amenities, unique and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from General Manager on Jul 28, 2023
Dear Robert,Thank you very much for your review and choosing to stay at Avila La Fonda Hotel. Our team is passionate about providing our guests with an exceptional experience, so we appreciate your recognition. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit and look forward to welcoming you back.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

6/10 Okay

Francesco

We couldn’t use the shower, because it was clogged, with bugs coming out of the drain. Breakfast was disappointing. Only 2 type of fatty croissant, milk, coffee, apples, fruit jam. No bread, no yogurt, no juices, no cereals. Talked to the front desk operator about both issues. He said it will be reported to management. After 1 week no calls, no emails, nothing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from General Manager on Jul 11, 2023
Dear Francesco,Thank you for taking a moment to comment on your experience. While we are glad you brought the state of your room to our attention, we're sorry that the matter was not resolved as you would have hoped. Rest assured, we have our team looking into each concern you mentioned so we can provide a clean and comfortable stay for all of our future guests. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back for a better overall experience, so please consider giving us another chance to impress you.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from General Manager on Jul 8, 2023
Dear Donna,We are pleased to hear that you had a great stay at Avila La Fonda Hotel! Our team looks forward to welcoming you back.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place!…made for a great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from General Manager on Jun 28, 2023
Dear Anthony,Thank you for sharing your comments with us. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit! Safe travels, and come back soon! Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Delightful Stay
We stay in Avila yearly, but had never stayed at the La Fonda, although it’s so convenient to the beach! What a delight!! Our stay was such a treat, from the clean & cozy room, to the incredible staffing, and wonderful amenities each and every day!! It is completely charming and we will be back, without question!! Thank you, La Fonda!!! ♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from General Manager on Jun 9, 2023
Dear Vicki,Thank you for sharing this outstanding review of your time with us at Avila La Fonda Hotel! With all the hard work we put in, reviews like these make it all worth it. It's great to hear that you enjoyed our prime location, clean and comfy accommodations, unique amenities, and excellent staff. We're already looking forward to welcoming you back! Kind regards, and safe travels.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The free stuff and social hour...pies cookies chips cheese for free....and hot tub in da room come on now..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from General Manager on Jun 8, 2023
Dear Michael,We are genuinely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Avila La Fonda Hotel! It brings us great joy to know that you thoroughly enjoyed the complimentary offerings during the social hour, including the delicious pies, cookies, chips, and cheese. Our team genuinely cares about creating memorable experiences for our guests, and your feedback is truly appreciated. We can't wait to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another exceptional stay in the near future!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The many complimentary treats and friendly staff made the stay welcoming and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from General Manager on Jun 8, 2023
Dear Laurie,Thank you for the honor of joining us at Avila La Fonda Hotel. We are thrilled to know that our awesome staff and lovely treats helped make your stay even more enjoyable. Please come see us again anytime you're looking for another memorable getaway.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing….
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bahar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristina, Torrance

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property!!! I would definitely go back. I loved also all the little efforts they do to make your stay pleasant, snacks in the room, a glass of wine … pie! The rooms are beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from General Manager on May 29, 2023
Dear Cristina,Thank you for your compliments on our beautiful property! We're glad you enjoyed the snacks, and we look forward to hosting you again at Avila La Fonda Hotel.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Steff Prado, Avila La Fonda Hotel Management on Apr 27, 2023
Thank you for your feedback and we're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

kathy m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient and loads of perks!
Very convenient and loads of perks! It’s a newer hotel and the décor is really cute. However, there is no view and there’s no central AC - at least not in my room. The weather was mild (60° F) but it was boiling in my room on the 2nd floor. We slept w the door open the entire night. If the weather was 70° it would be unbearable for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from General Manager on Apr 18, 2023
Dear Kathy,We're happy to hear our location was perfectly located for your stay with us! While we do our best to fulfill all special requests, please know that this is not guaranteed and depends on availability. That being said, we ask that all guests bring us any concerns they encounter so we can properly address and resolve them when possible. Overall, we're thrilled you enjoyed your time with us, and we hope to welcome you again to Avila La Fonda Hotel in the future.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed environment
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from General Manager on Apr 1, 2023
Dear Peter, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and for giving us a perfect rating! We're so glad you were able to kick back and enjoy our good vibes. It was a pleasure having you here, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager

8/10 Good

Howard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, romantic inn. Breakfast, happy hour and evening desserts bring guests together.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from General Manager on Apr 1, 2023
Dear Howard,It's always a pleasure hearing from our guests. We're glad our comfortable, romantic accommodations and excellent food impressed you. Please come see us again soon.Sincerely,Steff PradoGeneral Manager