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Sunbeam Motel

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a mirror, and a view of the ocean. - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
A modern building with a central tower, multiple balconies, and a parking area. - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
A motel with a modern design, featuring a wooden facade and a black door. - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
A bathroom with a white door, a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, and a hairdryer. - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a window with blinds. - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
Near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Sunbeam Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo is home to Sunbeam Motel. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Morro Bay State Park, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pismo State Beach and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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1656 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • A modern architectural building with curved surfaces and palm trees in the foreground.
    California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A pink and white building with a row of circular windows and a decorative finial.
    Fremont Theater
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A church sign with a Mass schedule and a Sacrament of Reconciliation notice.
    Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A dense collection of colorful mushrooms and fungi.
    Bubblegum Alley
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Scout Coffee Co.
    17 min walk
  • Firestone Grill
    13 min walk
  • Woodstock's Pizza SLO
    13 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    17 min walk
  • Hotel SLO
    17 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
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (3:00 PM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunbeam Motel 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 Sunbeam Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Sunbeam Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sunbeam Motel located?

Situated in San Luis Obispo, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fremont Theater and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Dallidet Adobe and Gardens and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 15 minutes. San Luis Obispo Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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

Sunbeam Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 798 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 798 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 798 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 798 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 798 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super nice! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well maintained and very closed to downtown San Luis Obispo. The room was cleaned and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. Jerry was extremely helpful and friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jerry was so nice and was able to let us check in a little earlier than expected to accommodate our plans for the day! We appreciate you Jerry and the staff on site were so lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The room was clean and comfortable and an amazing location. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Georgine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is conveniently located for a nice walk to downtown. The price was great and the room comfortable and clean. A good bargain.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eva Marie

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Very confortable safe and clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot; great location. Some road noise but a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check-in great staff, and clean room! Beautiful exterior as well! My friend and I felt very safe and welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful and cozy overnight stay at a very reasonable price! Very close to Cal Poly SLO and other local village shops, extremely easy check-in process. The room was very well-kept, had all the basic amenities needed, and our host was available even overnight when my card wasn’t working to get in. Overall, definitely a place I’d re-visit on my trip up north!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and really nice rooms 👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Very communicative. Great and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Great location. Fantastic price. I would have given it 5 stars but the AC unit was pretty loud and the room was missing a smoke detector. I would stay here again .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a good place to stay, manager was very nice and allowed us an early check in. Our room was next to the busy street but I turned on the fan so you couldn't hear the traffic. would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean, air conditioning worked well, and the neighborhood was quiet. Parking was always available no matter the time of day, and the staff is very friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a quick overnight. Rooms and outside area were clean. Brewery across the street and easy walk to downtown area. Staff super friendly at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & quiet. Very very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steve

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

Hidden Gem!

Great location for walking downtown, clean and updated rooms. Staff is super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rubina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at the Sunbeam Motel! It was really clean, quiet, and just a 15 min walk to the downtown area! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and communication was top notch. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very pleasant. The room was very clean and the staff were very accommodating. I would recommend the Sunbeam Motel for travelers looking for a clean room within walking distance of downtown with very reasonable rates.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Daily maid service was a great touch!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023