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Good Living Inn

2.0 star property
A welcoming retreat with attentive multilingual staff, easy access to local attractions, and practical amenities for comfort and connectivity.

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Good Living Inn is perfect for visits to the Hiller Aviation Museum and Woodside Central Shopping Center. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dedicated RV/bus/truck parking, adding convenience to their stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

About the neighborhood

Located in San Carlos, Good Living Inn is near a metro station. Museum of San Carlos History and Hiller Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Woodside Central Shopping Center and Hillsdale Shopping Center. Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our San Carlos travel guide
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1562 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA, 94070

What's nearby

  • Fox Theatre
    Fox Theatre
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Burton Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cinemark Century Redwood Downtown 20
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Mateo County History Museum
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Museum of San Carlos History
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    14 min walk
  • Sushi Kazoku
    8 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    9 min walk
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • Johnston's Saltbox
    4 min walk

About this property

Good Living Inn

Hotel near Museum of San Carlos History
Located close to Hiller Aviation Museum and Woodside Central Shopping Center, Good Living Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Good Living Inn feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea 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
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Good Living Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Good Living Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Good Living Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Good Living Inn located?

Situated in San Carlos, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Museum of San Carlos History, Hiller Aviation Museum, and Woodside Central Shopping Center. Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve and Hillsdale Shopping Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). San Carlos Station is 24 minutes by foot and Redwood City Station is 24 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Good Living Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 469 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Clean and comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, great location, 10 min walk to downtown San Carlos with excellent restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. The room was OK, but with two queen size beds difficult to navigate at times. The mattresses could use a refresh as well. The location was the best part, three blocks from my family‘s home.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Anthony and

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff are excellent and very helpful. my stays there are always good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Staff & service
Clean room and quieter than I expected being so close to a major road. Comfortable, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helped carry my bags upstairs
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was adequate. Clean enough. Bathroom was very outdated. Significant noise from the street and train.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shirlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable, quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I like this Hotel it’s clean and comfortable safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I like very much this Hotel,very good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Teresita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, good location, my second comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lady who checked me in was super nice, even though I checked in really late. The room is so comfortable and super clean. I’m super happy!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Eugenio

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

8/10 Good

Adan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay near San Francisco, close to bus station which goes directly to the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff and comfortable space.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raju

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

Nice place to stay.

Hotel was very nice and clean. Staff is nice. Lot of restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just liked that I had a quiet peaceful stay, and I liked the breakfast choices, they always have a great variety of items.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just very comfortable, quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and affordable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Fanny

Liked: Cleanliness
Cheap and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, property is older, but room was clean and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023