Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
Motel in San Luis Obispo with free parking

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance
Front of property
Lobby
Front of property

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Fremont Theater
    ‪13 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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo places you within a 10-minute stroll of Cerro San Luis Obispo and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. This 51-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 6 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High St. Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kreuzberg - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old San Luis BBQ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nautical Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Eureka - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Motel in San Luis Obispo with free parking
Guests staying at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a convenience store. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This motel also has a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in San Luis Obispo, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Bubblegum Alley, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market, and Cerro San Luis Obispo. You'll also find Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Fremont Theater less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Does Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo have a casino?

No, Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo have a hot tub?

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

Does Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo though service animals are welcome.

Does Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

The closest major airport to Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 3.5 mi away (10 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 Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo.

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1052 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1052 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, clean and comfortable, friendly staff, and so close to downtown and its interesting shops and excellent restaurants. We always stay here on our way up and down the coast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient area
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple property with amazing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josephine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Indio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Avenue Inn in San Luis Obispo for one night. Overall, everything was excellent — the room was clean, comfortable, and well-kept. The only downside was the noise from the guests upstairs; it sounded like they were stomping around, which made it a bit hard to relax. Otherwise, we had a great stay and would definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maria, Torrance

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good but the room is a bit small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close to embarcadero,clean and a great price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced option very convenient to downtown SLO. Nothing fancy, but I could walk to restaurants, shopping and the historic mission church without paying a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jacques

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely in downtown, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay near downtown SLO. Very clean and the front desk staff was helpful about restaurants in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was a little removed from the heart of things, but the people could not have been nicer, the rooms were clean and comfortable, and the price was right.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff; clean & comfortable rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy but comfortable beds, clean and walkable to downtown. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and updated and quiet at night. The property is super convenient for walking around the downtown. It also has easy access to the freeway. It's walking distance to the Nautical Bean plus a couple other bakeries and coffeeshops for breakfast. Easy on and off the freeway. Would stay there again, no question!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, comfortable, and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dariusz

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here while visiting Cal Poly. Staff was very friendly, easy check in and out. Room was clean and has all the essentials. Bed was really comfortable. Expect to hear people upstairs walking around if you're staying on the first floor. The place can improve in terms of utilities--the water pressure was weak and the side table light would flicker/dim when you use the blow dryer:). But overall I'd recommend.

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact that the hotel room actually consisted of two different rooms with beds in each one. The smaller room could have had a door, though, for better privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Santa Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good quality motel, conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

8/10 Good

lorna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025