Sands Inn & Suites

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

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Free daily continental breakfast
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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry

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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 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

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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.

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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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)

More

  • 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

More

  • 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

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 402 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Layhin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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
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
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
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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trina, San Diego

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenna

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fransisco

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
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

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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.
Water not going down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hanafi, Beverly Hills

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maybe, they should do a better job on cleaning the floor. It was dirty and dusty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy, Culver City

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

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Wonderful continental breakfast. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dezmon

Stayed 1 night in May 2025