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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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Lobby sitting area
Spa
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach
Exterior
The Inn at San Luis Obispo offers a refreshing escape from the busy business district. Enjoy the outdoor pool or garden. Practical conveniences include free in-room WiFi, express check-out, and helpful staff ready to assist with any needs.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King 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
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in San Luis Obispo, Inn at San Luis Obispo is in the city center and near the airport. Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Avila Beach and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.
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1895 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

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

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Field Day Coffee - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Inn at San Luis Obispo

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
At Inn at San Luis Obispo, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a business center. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a computer station, and a front-desk safe
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Inn at San Luis Obispo feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Best Western San Luis Obispo
Best Western Somerset Hotel San Luis Obispo
Inn at San Luis Obispo Motel
Inn at San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo
Inn at San Luis Obispo Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn at San Luis Obispo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Inn at San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Inn at San Luis Obispo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn at San Luis Obispo located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Fremont Theater, and Performing Arts Center. French Hospital Medical Center and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Inn at San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1013 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shawn

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

Tony

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elena

Liked: Staff & service
It’s a nice stop for a last min minute booking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old fashioned motel structure. Near good dining. Very nice pool area. Building and rooms older, but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cant go wrong for price. Just north of downtown. Parking great. Room Was nice. Wifi good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here before, fills comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I Like that was close by Cal poly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Amenities
A little outdated, but the rooms are spacious and gives you what you need for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Overall just ok. Good for a quick stay. Close to Cal Poly which was a plus
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value, excellent bed, lovely pool and hot tub. Walls are very thin, bring your earplugs and request an upstairs room. Facility is worn, but this is a really good choice for the budget conscious traveler.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

monette Ann williams

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice upgrades the staff on out of their way to provide service.

8/10 Good

hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great stay for the price. Hot tub was hot. Pool was clean and nice. Rooms were nice. Only issue was the booking said hot tub closed at 11pm but the hotel says 9 pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very limited time for the pool and hot tub. Nice staff, not super clean rooms though and loitering outside at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a night out… simple and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sambasivarao

It is good and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not bad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JEWELS

Liked: Cleanliness
The pool and the hot tub was nice. Rooms are slightly out dated, but has clean beds. The beds were comfortable had no issues sleeping. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chrissi Marie

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

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just fine. The guy working there, maybe the owner, was helpful and friendly. Wasn't much around in the area other than a few restaurants and many more inns.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anacca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was a great budget friendly place to stay in SLO, it is clean and simple. It is a bit outdated but there's no harm in that especially for the price you pay. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, it has free parking, and it’s in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfy. Place was just average good. Good for the price, Nothing fancy. Our expertise was it was clean and quiet. Plenty parking. Pool had just been cleaned so perfect for us and my kiddo. Not heated though, but in August it is perfect temp.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yifeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with affordable price. I like it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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