Sands Inn & Suites

Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Gym
Laundry

Explore the area

1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Fremont Theater
‪18 min walk‬
Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
‪2 min drive‬
Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

Good

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Good

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Very good

375 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

355 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

Very good

375 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Very good

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Within a short walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Sands Inn & Suites is within a mile (2 km) of Fremont Theater. This 70-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

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What's nearby

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Fremont Theater - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

San Luis Obispo Station - 3 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lure Fish House - ‬17 min walk
‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬14 min walk
‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬16 min walk
‪Field Day Coffee - ‬15 min walk
‪The Bobastop - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Guests of Sands Inn & Suites have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

$103 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free covered self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Gym
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Fenced pool
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Pool gate

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

2,500 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Braille/raised signage
No elevator
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)

2 floors
3 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 1985
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Express 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 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Dogs only
2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

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 deposit: USD 150 per stay
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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. Cash is not accepted.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sands Inn

Sands Inn San Luis Obispo

Sands San Luis Obispo

Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo

Sands Inn And Suites

Sands Inn & Suites Motel

Sands Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

Sands Inn & Suites Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sands Inn & Suites?

Sands Inn & Suites provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Sands Inn & Suites?

This motel is located in San Luis Obispo, a short 17-minute walk from Fremont Theater and also 17 minutes on foot from Performing Arts Center. You'll also find San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Sands Inn & Suites include a casino at the property?

No, Sands Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sands Inn & Suites?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Sands Inn & Suites?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Sands Inn & Suites have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sands Inn & Suites have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sands Inn & Suites offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Sands Inn & Suites allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sands Inn & Suites for a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. A deposit of USD 150 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Sands Inn & Suites?

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

Where is the closest airport to Sands Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Sands Inn & Suites is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 4.2 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is around 29.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sands Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sands Inn & Suites.

Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Layhin

Sep 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Jul 30, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Just satisfied

It was clean considering they were Somewhat still under remodel Maids didn’t clean room as often as expected, even when I hung the service sign on door but I found out since we were extended stay we needed to request that Our room was spacious and equipped with a kitchen but I had to ask front desk for plates, pots, pans and utensils (hopefully they start to leave those in the rooms) Also the coffee pot was tiny Needs a regular size carafe There Complimentary breakfast could have been better … the location was good but quit noisy for sure

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Parneet

Traveled with family

Jul 29, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pull out sofa/ mattress was very uncomfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets

Jul 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The pool area was big. Pet friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family

Jul 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay with a family.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Business traveler

Jul 28, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

michael

Traveled with family

Jul 28, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trina, San Diego

Jul 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Property was fine for the weekend. Would stay at the place again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Jul 25, 2025

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

Liked the renovated room. It’s spacious and clean. A mile away from downtown.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Traveled with family

Jul 24, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenna

Jul 22, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Jul 22, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Jul 21, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fransisco

Traveled with family

Jul 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The suite was clean and kept up with.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family

Jul 21, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Jul 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Jul 18, 2025

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

I recommend!

We had a little issue at check-in that forced us to stay at a nearby hotel for the first night, but management at Sands Inn & Suites was very nice and worked with us to solve the issue promptly. The rest of our stay was flawless, and I would definitely recommend staying here. The rooms aren't as updated as some of the other hotels in the area but they have everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a very hospitable staff.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Jul 17, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jul 17, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the price!

The staff at check was very short with me and didn't seem to want to hear or answer much of a question I had. She didn't feel welcoming nor provided any info about the amenities of the hotel. The rooms are old and not like the pictures online. I could hear the people on the room next door talking and watching TV. The sink water was not going down in our room. No towels at the pool. The breakfast was not very "continental". The price for one night seemed high for a stay at this hotel.