Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1212 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Fremont Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Located in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is next to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Bubblegum Alley. This 13-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bubblegum Alley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 12 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kreuzberg - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old San Luis BBQ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eureka - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Libertine Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a garden.
30-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Fans and wardrobes or closets are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

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

Garden Street Inn San Luis Obispo
Garden Street San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn
Inn, A Kirkwood Collection
Garden Street Inn A Kirkwood Collection Property
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Bed & breakfast
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Downtown San Luis Obispo, just steps from Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Bubblegum Alley, and within a short walk of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. You'll also find Fremont Theater and Ah Louis Store less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as free breakfast and concierge services.

Does Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

The closest major airport to Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 3.2 mi away (6 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is around 28.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer either a balcony or a terrace.

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 668 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 668 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 668 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 668 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 668 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place in a central location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and decorated to match the era of the property. Very friendly staff. Check-in was easy and our room is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming, friendly staff, wonderful location to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This was a cute hotel, clean, nice staff, great breakfast, but zero amenities. For a "4 star" hotel, I would expect a little more. The rooms were charming, but not comfortable. No where to set your phone at night, no robes in the rooms, not even a decent mirror in the bathroom. 4 stars
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

BeTrice

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

Stay Here

This is such a comfortable B&B! Great location and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attractive and convenient hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

We will be back

Lovely stay. Great location. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amberley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its a beautiful b&b. There wasn't anyone there when i checked in. They were off property and I had to call and wait for them to arrive. That was a pain, parking is inconvenient. Other than that I'd stay again. Its a beautiful home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Staff were great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location & Victorian charm, but unfriendly check-in and short-staffed breakfast service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew, San Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful with an interesting history
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the parking arrangement. Other than that very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Amenities
Adorable B&B in the heart of downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is truly a unique property. More like an old bed and breakfast vibe with lovely old rooms and old furniture and care. Don’t expect modern facilities like a big TV or fridge in room. But do expect a clean, fun and super friendly experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
O
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

chloe

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Best place to stay in downtown SLO

Great atmosphere, close to everything, and a top notch staff. Parking is at a nearby city structure, and overnight parking cost me $16. Also, some of the room descriptions on hotels.com are inaccurate.
Lobby
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024