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Anderson Inn

4.9 ★★★★★ 244 Google reviews · Waterfront wedding venue in Morro Bay, California · On the waterfront

Ocean view On-site lodging

Serene harborfront lodging offering a gallery with handmade art, plus a chic seafood bar & grill

Plan your tour

  • Setting waterfront venue, on the waterfront — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Lodging on-site rooms come up in reviews and the venue's own info — a built-in room block for a destination beach wedding; ask what's included
  • Phone (805) 772-3434
  • Website andersoninnmorrobay.com — most venues book tours right on their site

At a glance

897 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442

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On the property

What couples name in their reviews of Anderson Inn and what the venue states on its own site — the fastest way to tell what's actually here before you drive out.

🌊 Ocean Views 2 mentions

“Our balcony gave us a great sunset view of the bay and Morro rock.”

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What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 244 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 10 mentions

“The view from the room is nothing short of breathtaking, sitting right over the bay with a direct line of sight to Morro Rock and panoramic views of the harbor.”

🤝 staff who go above & beyond 4 mentions

From the reviews

This hotel is perfectly located, beautifully appointed, and a pleasure to stay at. The room we had offered a stunning view of Morro Bay from the patio. It was equipped with binoculars for looking at the harbor, a Nespresso machine, terrycloth robes, a wonderful shower, and a beautiful gas fireplace.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Apr 2026

Live in Texas, had a week during the holidays, so headed out to Morro Bay and the Anderson Inn. Neither disappointed, lots of otters in the nursery and Anderson Inn was just spectacular. If you want a place where you are close to everything this is your place.

★★★★★ — Chuck, Dec 2025

This will be our new home away from home. You can't beat this view and the rooms are beautiful. The staff (Conner & Frankie), you all are amazing. Praying we get back here soon. I think being near everything walking distance was a plus

★★★★★ — Gina, Jun 2026

Great location and excellent service. While we were there they were working on the hotel so it was a little loud. But I am sure that is not normal. Nice place to stay.

★★★★★ — Sam, Apr 2026

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Getting married at Anderson Inn

Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.