Carpenter Canyon Travel Guide
Arroyo Grande
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Popular places to visit

Swinging Bridge
Learn about the local history of Arroyo Grande with a stop at Swinging Bridge. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lopez Lake Recreation Area
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Lopez Lake Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Arroyo Grande. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Cypress Ridge Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Arroyo Grande at Cypress Ridge Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Mustang Waterpark
Bring the children to Mustang Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Arroyo Grande. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Heritage House Museum and Gardens
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Heritage House Museum and Gardens in Arroyo Grande. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Clark Center for the Performing Arts
Take the family on an outing to Clark Center for the Performing Arts during your trip to Arroyo Grande. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.
Top hotels in Carpenter Canyon

Edgewater Inn And Suites
I will stay here again. We had the ocean view and pool view. Beds and pillows were comfortable. Room was clean and pretty good size. And the price was just right.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Very nice room with a frig and microwave. Bothe the room and bathroom were spacious. Nice balcony with 2 chairs and a table. If there was something to call attention to, was a lack of water pressure in the bathroom. Had a nice continental breakfast with chairs and tables on a patio. In the evening ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Needs bigger bath towels, more wash clothes and that spare blanket was old & scratchy. I loved the dog park, and the pool was beautiful. The Cocktails were amazing.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Madonna Inn
Fun and clean
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Apple Farm
This was the best surprise! The hotel is super cute and comfortable. Even though it’s right next to the freeway, I never heard the road noise. The staff was very accommodating, even when we decided to extend our stay, by keeping us in the same room. The. Location is perfect! It’s very close to CalPoly ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Love this place
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
