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Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

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Located close to Fremont Theater and Adventist Health Sierra Vista, Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, wooden dresser, flat-screen TV, and wall-mounted lamps.

Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a single bed, a second bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a door with a security lock.

Suite, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Foothill, a neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo is near a train station. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Bubblegum Alley are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laguna Lake Park and Avila Hot Springs. Fremont Theater and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo are two other places to visit that come recommended. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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950 Olive Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

What's nearby

  • A building with a large, curved sign that reads "FRED."
    Fremont Theater
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A church sign with a Mass schedule and a Sacrament of Reconciliation notice.
    Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A modern architectural building with curved surfaces and palm trees in the foreground.
    California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A dense collection of colorful mushrooms and fungi.
    Bubblegum Alley
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station
    2 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lure Fish House
    11 min walk
  • Woodstock's Pizza SLO
    13 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    2 min walk
  • Hotel SLO
    12 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 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

  • Built in 1989
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 AM - 11 PM

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Cash App
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo located?

Located in Foothill, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Fremont Theater. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Bubblegum Alley are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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

Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo Reviews

6.0

6.2

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

6.2

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 824 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 824 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 824 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 165 out of 824 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 157 out of 824 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Quiet, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

PHILLIP

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
price was great for location, rooms were nice and clean, staff was very friendly. Out side of hotel buildling looks old
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. No air conditioning. Bar door to bathroom is not staying close. 😉 but overall experience was good. I was worried about noise from highway but it was okay, not bothering us
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Elisa

Disliked: Amenities
It was decent for the price. Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness
Fair for the price. Good location !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, safe, and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean, quiet and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Aur conditioner worked well and the room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was very helpful and considerate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room everything worked very decent for there pricing i would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Estella

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Cons: Unfortunately I forgot to pack shampoo and body soap and the dispensers in the hotel were empty. The AC made a weird noise all night sounded like someone shuffling through trash. Made it hard to sleep. Pros: Unit was clean, area was quiet and close to freeway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

francisco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking experience was satisfactory, likely due to the slow weekend. Unfortunately, the front desk staff was unfriendly and failed to greet me. In comparison to other options, Avenue Inn offers a superior location and better overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruiqi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is mew and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Nishanth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was spacious, clean, comfortable, and affordable. It's also in close proximity to both Cal Poly and Downtown. Also, the hotel manager was accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michaella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to navigate from and safe, clean, affordable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the furnishings were modern. There was a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Free parking outside our door. Easy check in. Nearby walk to a Taco Bell, Jack in the Box, and a sandwich store. There’s also a cafe nearby but it’s more of a morning place. Comfortable bed. Large shower with great water pressure. Worked perfectly for a stop after a long day on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is literally next to the freeway on ramp. The staff was nice. The room was basic. It was clean and the bed was comfortable. No bugs. Quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

dorit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic room, old but clean. we didn't spend too much time in the room. bath had hot water, good flow. small fridge had frozen all my food, I had to toss it. it was a bit stuffy in the room, there is barely air flow. it's 10-15 mins walk to the downtown. felt safe. not too much noise from the highway. it's good if you just need a clean place to sleep for 1-2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

joseph

Disliked: Amenities
Room was kinda janky, some scetch people. But did its job! Close to some good spots to eat!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Samuel

Disliked: Amenities
Rooms were fine, hotel staff were not very pleasant. Needed an extra towel for my room, that was a big hassle and check in took way too long.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has all the basic amenities you need for a pleasant stay in a quiet yet convenient area. It was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Philip

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gaping hole in the drywall that didn’t appear to shed light from the neighboring room. (manager said he was aware). Rusted & dilapidated fridge that was missing parts but was functional. The unidentified staining on the inside of the microwave was a mystery that’s best left unsolved. The (1) wash cloth was either stained or dirty or both. The few sticks of worn out furniture were in such bad shape that they wouldn’t be accepted at a charity donation store. I found a floor length mirror stowed in the door-less closet. 1 hanger. The sheets were clean & I saw no bugs or signs of rodents. The room I had should be demoed & redone completely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

celia

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very nice and courteous. They were accomodating in holding a ground floor room for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Close to dining options and freeway
Stayed 1 night in May 2024