Arroyo Grande travel guide

Arroyo Grande Tourism | Arroyo Grande Guide

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 February
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Arroyo Grande in February
Estimated hotel price
$105
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 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Arroyo Grande include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. 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 149 miles from Arroyo Grande. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Arroyo Grande, you’ll arrive at San Luis Obispo County (SBP), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Arroyo Grande include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. 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 149 miles from Arroyo Grande. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airlines serving Arroyo Grande

Lufthansa
Good (6,984 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,319 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,906 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (774 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,630 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,197 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,546 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,075 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,269 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,848 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,311 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,362 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,406 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,119 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (463 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,281 reviews)
Show more

Where to stay in Arroyo Grande

Average rates range from around $276 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $306 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection and Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Arroyo Grande

Most booked hotels in Arroyo Grande

The Agrarian Hotel, BW Signature Collection
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 612 reviews)
$192+
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2463 reviews)
$242+
Apple Farm Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1621 reviews)
$137+
Madonna Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2007 reviews)
$282+
Cottage Inn by the Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3364 reviews)
$190+
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1502 reviews)
$263+

Renting a car in Arroyo Grande

Renting a car in Arroyo Grande costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Arroyo Grande.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Arroyo Grande is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Arroyo Grande costs $61 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Arroyo Grande.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Arroyo Grande is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Soul or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Arroyo Grande Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Arroyo Grande city guide for the best Arroyo Grande travel tips. To help you organize your Arroyo Grande trip ideas, this Arroyo Grande visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.