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Sunbeam Motel

2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo's welcoming motel offers express check-in and out services just minutes from California Polytechnic State University

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels - Sunbeam Motel (San Luis Obispo)
Sunbeam Motel places travelers in the heart of San Luis Obispo with essential conveniences. Guests value the in-room WiFi for staying connected and the express check-out that saves vacation time. Visitors consistently praise the staff's genuine helpfulness.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Avila Hot Springs and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Performing Arts Center and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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1656 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • SanLuisObispo_CaliforniaPolytechnicStateUniversity_6063425_06
    California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fremont Theater
    Fremont Theater
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Bubblegum Alley
    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

  • Firestone Grill
    13 min walk
  • Lure Fish House
    12 min walk
  • Woodstock's Pizza SLO
    13 min walk
  • Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill
    9 min walk
  • Pancho's
    10 min walk

About this property

Sunbeam Motel

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Sunbeam Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sunbeam Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium 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

  • 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. 366 out of 785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 785 reviews

Reviews

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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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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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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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Denton

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

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jerry was exceptional with his cheerful demeanour upon my arrival and throughout my three day stay. Jerry’s willingness to make my stay totally satisfying was delightful! Hotel was clean and neat with room service daily. Located in downtown SLO it is a bit noisy but if that bothers you bring earplugs to sleep. I will definitely stay again before my grandson graduates from college!
Stayed 3 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

Ken

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

Will be back!

Simple but very clean room. Friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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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

Leland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better than expected. Checkin was friendly and professional
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts, clean. Cute renovation, everything you need! Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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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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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good location & comfortable room

The room was clean, comfortable, and well equipped. The management was kind and efficient. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024