Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1001 Olive St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405
  • Fremont Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Located in Foothill within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Park, Budget Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of San Luis Obispo County Library. Each of the 27 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Fremont Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bubblegum Alley - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 2 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bobastop - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Budget Inn

Motel with free parking, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Guests of Budget Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a vending machine. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. This smoke-free motel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 36-inch TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Budget Inn San Luis Obispo
Budget San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Budget Inn?

This motel is situated in Foothill within a short 12-minute walk of Fremont Theater and also 15 minutes on foot from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. You'll also find Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Bubblegum Alley less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Budget Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Budget Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Budget Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Budget Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Budget Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Does Budget Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Budget Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Budget Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Budget Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Budget Inn for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Budget Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Budget Inn?

The closest major airport to Budget Inn is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 6.5 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Budget Inn?

No, at Budget Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 237 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 171 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 232 out of 1000 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but cozy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

excelent

It was a good experience, but It would be better if there was coffee in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very dirty. Missing pieces of the baseboards. Outlets coming out of the wall, wired exposed from outlets as well as mold going on baseboards and chipped tub. Yellow shower from built up on shower mat. Very dirty and unsafe to stay in. A waste of hard earned money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, affordable, hotel is quiet and clean and right off the hwy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable, and I was just looking to sleep so I was fine . I used my sleeping bag because when I pulled back the spread something hard hit the floor...didn't want to investigate. Didn't use shower it was a very deep tub and no rail . There was a back door to the room leading to a cluttered patio area in back ....it was unlocked and partially opened when I arrived. There were 2 queen beds and one was covered with rain gutter materials. I brought it to the attention of the desk and he did offer to move them . I said no problem because I only needed one bed . It was just weird. I did appreciate the late check in . I was glad to find a place at all on a holiday weekend and Valentine's day . Won't stay here again... Oh ...no coffee anywhere ..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never stay here

The room heater did not work. it was freezing. the room smell marihuana, I asked the hotel check in to change it and they refused. the room was dirty, the bed cover was dirty, the manager at the check in desk was rude.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No hot water in the morning and nobody answered the front desk phone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Matt

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No main room light/bulb out. Door chain not connected hardly. Shower water took very long to barely get warm. Small toilet. Just old and stained. Clerk was very nice. Walking distance of a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank, fresno

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

frank j, fresno

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank, fresno

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My check in was hassle free, and the staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank, fresno

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Marycathry

Decent value for price paid. Definitely an older property and the bedspread was stained. But otherwise, pretty good bang for your buck.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shabby and needing updating but cheap. Missing chain on the second door lock (deadbolt works tho), tub porcelain needs to be refinished or replaced, bathroom doorknob falls off. Staff are very nice and doing their best in this somewhat limited place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keshaun

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dixie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stefan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

vIezq

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall stay was unsatisfactory. The person that reception was rude and unhelpful. Secondly, the handle to the bathroom door was broken and several times either I or my husband got stuck in the bathroom and could not get out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michell

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024