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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.0 star property
Discover a haven of relaxation just steps from Bubblegum Alley’s whimsy and downtown attractions. Soak up some sunshine by the pool or unwind in style.

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Experience the charm of Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo, located near Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Fremont Theater. Enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the spa tub, grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant, or lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. With perks like free self parking, luggage storage, and multilingual staff available to help you navigate your stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Studio Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Studio Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Near a train station, Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo is in a walkable area with good shopping. Avila Hot Springs and Avila Beach Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monarch Butterfly Grove and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. Bubblegum Alley and Fremont Theater are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain climbing, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

What's nearby

  • Top view of Laguna Lake Park from Madonna Mount, San Luis Obispo, CA, Shutterstock ID 1061772182, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com
    Laguna Lake Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bubblegum Alley
    Bubblegum Alley
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Madonna Plaza Shopping Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • High Street Market & Deli
    3 min drive
  • Burger King
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

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 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and 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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

Yes, Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bubblegum Alley, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, and Fremont Theater. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs are also within 9 mi (15 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

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1315 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Chyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were able to accommodate me for an early check in on short notice and we really appreciated it. Thank you to the staff! We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Streeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff; clean rooms; good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were sad to learn that the pool had been filled in. But the room was clean, and the hotel is located close to different attractions in the area, or to the highways to access them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely was crunched for time.They waited for me to check in.I was so grateful.Thank you so much for such good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Other than the cockroach we found, the room was pleasant, parking was plentiful, the staff were polite, and the AC worked fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff were great, lady at the desk said the Denny’s next door would give you 10% off with your room key, though I didn’t test that
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for about 6 hours. Got in around 2am, and left at 8am. Just needed a place to crash for the night and this was perfect! Note, if you are getting in late, be sure to call ahead and they will text you after hours pickup instructions. But that worked flawlessly. Room was clean, sparse, but had everything you need for either a night or a few days. Bathroom was functional, AC was cool, even has a refrigerator/microwave combo. Very close to town. It is not a four seasons by any means, but a clean place to sleep. 100% would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Great service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Henry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel room was not the cleanest. There was a random sock left in the shower, which makes us wonder if they cleaned the bathroom properly at all. Second, there was a damp stain on the bedsheet. Third, there were stains on the wall - it looked like dried blood. On the plus side, check-in was easy, it was very quiet, and the location was good. I don't think we'll be coming back based on the poor cleanliness of the hotel room though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Audri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, easy check in, food and shops close by, very clean and spacious room. I stay in the area often and will definitely stay their again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I come and stay in slo quite abit. We are never disappointed we the service and accommodations at the Vagabond. The management team is top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great value for an affordable price. The simple and basic rooms are spotlessly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in was very neat and clean. The person at the front desk was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect. Clean, comfortable and a bargain!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s decent. Pool was drained. Desk staff was friendly. I only needed a bed and shower, and it was great for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Clean rooms. Perfectly priced. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and property. Very safe surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ilona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, convenient location and office staff was friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is excellent in all phases.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The room was clean, the sheets smelled fresh, the water pressure was good. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026