Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort Review

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Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort

  • Address: 1215 Avila Beach Dr., San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach, CA, 93405 | Map It
  • Phone: 805/595-7302; 800/234-5831
  • Fax: 805/595-4007
  • www.sycamoresprings.com

Fodor's Review:

This wellness resort's hot mineral springs bubble up into private outdoor tubs on an oak-and-sycamore-forest hillside. Whether or not you stay here, it's worth coming for a soak—even though the grounds are well within earshot of a busy road. Each room or suite has its own private balcony with a hot tub; about half have mineral water piped in. New owners have gradually been upgrading furnishings and amenities since taking over in 2003; insist on a renovated room. The spa offers everything from massages and skin care to yoga classes and a variety of integrative healing arts. Creative spa and California cuisine is served in the romantic Gardens of Avila restaurant ($$-$$$). Pros: Great place to rejuvenate, nice hiking, incredible spa services. Cons: Rooms vary in quality, 2½ mi from the beach.

  • Hotel Details: 26 rooms, 50 suites
  • In-room: refrigerator (some), Internet, Wi-Fi.
  • In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, pool, spa, no-smoking rooms.
  • Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V
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