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Inn at San Luis Obispo

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

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Beach
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1895 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
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Inn at San Luis Obispo places you within a short walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and within a mile (2 km) of Fremont Theater. This 39-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Performing Arts Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 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 - 3 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 - ‬16 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

Inn at San Luis Obispo

Motel with free parking, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
At Inn at San Luis Obispo, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.

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:

  • 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

What's there to do close to Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in San Luis Obispo based on their ratings, and it's a short 16-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.

Is parking available on site at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Inn at San Luis Obispo feature a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a terrace plus some guestrooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Yes, this motel has a spa tub.

Does Inn at San Luis Obispo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

Does Inn at San Luis Obispo allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Inn at San Luis Obispo have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Inn at San Luis Obispo?

The closest major airport to Inn at San Luis Obispo 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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Inn at San Luis Obispo.

Reviews

Inn at San Luis Obispo Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room for a great price. Close to Cal Poly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Carpet/flooring in 101 could use to be replaced. Evident flooding stains, odor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

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

A little oasis in a busy life

We're building a house in the middle of the desert and living in a travel trailer while we do so we regularly come 100 miles each way to San Luis Obispo and stay in comfort shower in a nice bathroom sleep in a great bed we started off staying in the cheapest but they were no better than our trailer Till we found this property amazing bed beautiful quality bedding great people at check in and the pool is 8ft deep and I'm 6ft5 they've got our business for ever we'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All well except owner is grumpy. He needs to smile more. Life is too short.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Very safe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Great location. Great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort

Average/Dated

The AC didn’t work. Turn it back on it never ran cold and then after a few minutes it turned off
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Soo Ghil, Stockton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is old but very clean and cost-effective.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and well maintained. A great deal for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and close to where I was working
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Chrissi Marie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s was average normal
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lovejit

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christy

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Love the Inn @ SLO

Amazing service ! Very clean and cozy place ! They have a jacuzzi n pool - very nice area around everything-
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place for fair price. I'd go back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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