Santa Margarita, California

Every room built on
decades of honest craft.

Clean, comfortable lodging on Soda Lake Road โ€” the kind of place that treats your stay like it matters. No frills, no surprises. Just a solid night's rest on California's Central Coast.

30+ Years Hosting
Central Coast Location
Clean Every Day

Rooms built for rest,
not complications.

Each room is maintained to a simple standard: fresh linens, a quiet space, and everything you actually need.

Standard room with queen bed and warm lighting
Standard Queen Up to 2 guests

Standard Queen Room

A straightforward, comfortable room with a queen bed, work desk, and private bath. Ideal for solo travelers or couples passing through.

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private Bath
  • Work Desk
  • Free Parking
Double room with two double beds and neutral tones
Double Room Up to 4 guests

Double Room

More space for the whole group. Two double beds, ample storage, and the same no-nonsense comfort you expect from us.

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private Bath
  • Free Parking
  • Extra Bed Space
Suite-style room with separate sitting area and king bed
Extended Stay Up to 3 guests

Extended Stay Room

Built for longer visits. More room to spread out, a coffee station, and weekly rates available for those settling in for a stretch.

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee Station
  • Weekly Rates
  • Free Parking

We don't cut corners.
We set the standard.

California Valley Motel has been a Santa Margarita staple for over three decades. We built our reputation on the things people actually notice: a clean room, a friendly greeting, and a location that makes sense.

Consistent Quality

Every room cleaned to the same standard, every shift, every season. No variation, no excuses.

Convenient Location

Right on Soda Lake Road with easy access to Highway 46, San Luis Obispo, and the surrounding valley.

Honest Pricing

What you see is what you pay. No resort fees, no hidden charges, no surprises at checkout.

Local Knowledge

We know this area inside and out โ€” restaurants, trails, attractions, and the best routes around.

Exterior view of California Valley Motel on a sunny day
Close-up of motel entrance with landscaping
Est. 1990s Santa Margarita, CA

Right where
you need to be.

Situated on Soda Lake Road in the heart of Santa Margarita, we're positioned for easy access to the Central Coast's best routes and destinations.

Address 12900 Soda Lake Rd, Santa Margarita, CA 93453
Nearby Highway 46 access, San Luis Obispo ~20 min
Check-in After 3:00 PM ยท Check-out by 11:00 AM
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Book your room today.
No online form needed.

Call us directly and we'll get you set up. Real people, real answers, no waiting on a chatbot.

Questions? We're
just a call away.

Whether you need directions, want to ask about availability, or have a special request โ€” reach out directly.

Phone (805) 475-2000
Email calvalleylodge@gmail.com
Address 12900 Soda Lake Rd
Santa Margarita, CA 93453

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