Good Living Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Museum of San Carlos History

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Hallway
Hallway
TV
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1562 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA, 94070
  • Place, Hiller Aviation Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fox Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(91 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Carlos

Museum of San Carlos History is within 2 miles (3 km) of Good Living Inn while other popular attractions such as Hiller Aviation Museum are within 3 miles (5 km). This 32-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Hiller Aviation Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fox Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sequoia Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Museum of San Carlos History - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Carlos Station - 4 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Kazoku - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Stacks Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Johnston's Saltbox - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Good Living Inn

Hotel with free parking, near Museum of San Carlos History
Guests staying at Good Living Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a water dispenser. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Good Living Inn?

Good Living Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Good Living Inn?

This hotel is located in San Carlos, close to San Mateo County Event Center, Fox Theatre, and Filoli. You'll also find Silicon Valley and Woodside Central Shopping Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Good Living Inn?

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

Does Good Living Inn include a casino?

No, Good Living Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Good Living Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Good Living Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Good Living Inn?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Good Living Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

Does Good Living Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Good Living Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Good Living Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Good Living Inn?

The closest major airport to Good Living Inn is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 3.6 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 14.8 mi away (24-minute drive).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Good Living Inn.

Good Living Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 433 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast which was not clear on the website
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Niki

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

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

Nice place.

This is a nice place. I have stayed here a bunch over the last 9 months. Always clean, good location, friendly people who run it. I've never had any problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Piero

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francisco

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad and dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Business traveler

My stay

The place itself is conveniently located with amenities near by. Please note the AC is very loud and keeps you awake. Towels are old, Toilet was unable to flush, they offered to move me as the plumbers was unavailable for sometime. The chair in the room looked dirty, I did not sit on it. The microwave was smelly as it looks like the last guest warmed or cooked had curry or something like that in it, and it was not clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ana

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
place looks more run down, room was dingy bed was worn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I feel bad for the owners here. This property needs a MAJOR cash investment. Here is just a brief list of issues in my room durung my 2 night stay. Terrible mattress. Chair so stained it looks like it just came out of the dumpster. Worn, chipped furniture. Bedside outlet not working. Zero water pressure in shower. Water takes several minutes to get warm. Water never gets hot, ever. Room door is cracked. Light comes in all around the room door. Rusty exhaust fan grill. Shower rod completely rusted. Had to pay $229 per night in what looks to be an old Motel 6. Im sure that this is a very tough business to make money in, and I'm sure that if the owners had the money they would fix it up. But it was just horrible. Sorry but i will not ba staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Eugenio

Disliked: Staff & service
No breakfast available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANA, Vacaville

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, easy access to 101
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Wil

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
room smelled like smoke
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hhgh
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barrod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wasn't anything for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ivy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Clerk would not answer the door or door bell. I called the office took him awhile to answer the phone. Then argued with me I had a reservation even after I showed him the confirmation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael L

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

10/10 Excellent

Osbaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was cheap and conveniently located. It was clean enough not to be a big deal. Traffic noise was pretty loud but doesn’t bother me. Overall it had what I needed in terms of price and location so I can’t complain!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Piero

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an affordable price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed is sometimes noisy when moving.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

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

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Why have a tv if will not connect?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025