Happy trails.
Lodging
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The Madonna Inn, our venue, is the only full-service resort on the Central Coast! With 110 fantastically and uniquely decorated rooms, this historic hotel is a feast for the eyes from the second you open them. It also features a steakhouse, cafe, bakery, pool, gym, and horseback trail rides.
For those who want an easy walk back and forth at the end of the night, we suggest staying in Building One, rooms 101-115. Call to reserve and the booking team will assist you.
By phone: Call (805)-543-3000 and mention the Cougoule/Malick wedding or group code #7266 if you still don’t know how to pronounce “Cougoule.”
Online: Click here. Add #7266 or Cougoule/Malick wedding in the comments of your booking before submitting.
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San Luis Obispo is a lovely city with plenty of outstanding lodging options for those staying overnight. Here are a few options we recommend that are in town and close to the venue:
Quality Suites: Stylish & Comfortable All-Suite Hotel near Historic Downtown San Luis Obispo.
Garden Street Inn: Iconic bed and breakfast with suite and standard room options.
Granada Hotel & Bistro: The Granada Hotel & Bistro is the first boutique luxurious hotel in San Luis Obispo Downtown.
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For those looking for an option near Madonna and away from Downtown SLO, we also recommend:
Arriving
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No matter where you’re flying in from, you can get to San Luis Obispo (SBP) airport in just 1-2 legs. SBP offers nonstop flights from Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, Denver, Phoenix, Dallas, Los Angeles, and San Diego year-round.
There is ample bus and taxi/rideshare service for the 15 minute ride from the airport to the venue.
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The Coast Starlight (Seattle - Portland - LA) and Pacific Surfliner (SLO - LA - SD) both serve San Luis Obispo and are connected to the Madonna Inn by a single 15-minute bus. For those looking to have an amazing ride and enjoy the magnificence of the West Coast, we highly recommend taking the train!
Fun fact: For Tash’s first visit to Portland, she took the sleeper Coast Starlight from San Jose all the way to Portland!
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Driving to SLO is a breeze and the Madonna Inn has a vast parking lot to house your vehicles - including electric chargers! We encourage you to carpool to the best of your ability. Enjoy everything 101 has to offer on your smooth sail here.
Eat, Drink, Be Merry
Food & Drink
Madonna Inn
The Madonna Inn is equipped with an excellent steakhouse and a fabulous cafe, both great for a meal while you’re around the resort. If you don’t want to venture far, the venue has you covered!
Downtown San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo is home to the Madonna Inn, an adorable downtown, and world renowned public university (Go ‘Stangs). Check out some of their outstanding restaurants and chic bars while you’re here.
Paso Robles
Just 15 minutes north of San Luis Obispo is the famous wine town of Paso Robles. Stop in for a bite at any of their acclaimed restaurants and enjoy a glass while you’re at it.
Sites & Activities
Wine Tasting
San Luis Obispo is surrounded by gorgeous rolling hills perfect for growing some of the best grapes in the world. Take a self-guided tour of Paso Robles, the Central Coast, or book a guided tour with Breakaway Wine Tours.
Beaches
15 minutes south of SLO sit Avila and Pismo beaches, both warm and open for your enjoyment during your visit to the Central Coast. Bring a towel and enjoy the calm waves of the San Luis Bay.
Outdoor Activities
The Central Coast is acclaimed for its gorgeous rolling hills and vast outdoor spaces. The Madonna Inn offers trail rides on its horses and has ample trails leading directly off the property for you to enjoy on bike or foot!