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Our top choices for San Luis Obispo motels

Reception

1. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,353 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."
United States
amanda
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,331 reviews)
"This is an amazing place to stay close to restaurants and much other things to do."
United States
Sixto
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

3. University Inn

University Inn
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Hotel was decent"
United States
Cyrena
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
University Inn
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

4. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,166 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Daniel
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
Lobby

5. Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"We will be back it was nice and clean and breakfast was delicious"
United States
Jessica
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Sands Inn & Suites
Porch

6. Peach Tree Inn

Peach Tree Inn
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Really nice place - a bit dated, but it has everything you need."
United States
Laura
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Peach Tree Inn
Restaurant

7. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,054 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good & delicious breakfast, nice clean rooms."
United States
Omar
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Exterior

8. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,767 reviews)
"Excellent location room and service."
United States
Manpreet
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Spyglass Inn
Terrace/patio

9. Inn at San Luis Obispo

Inn at San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good for price in SLO"
United States
Rochelle
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Inn at San Luis Obispo
Reception

10. San Luis Inn And Suites

San Luis Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Foothill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (365 reviews)
"Clean. Close to SLO campus"
United States
Mia
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
San Luis Inn And Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

11. Sunbeam Motel

Sunbeam Motel
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (796 reviews)
"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."
United States
Alejandra
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Sunbeam Motel
Comfort King Suite - No Pets, Non-Smoking | Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

12. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Rooms look newly renovated and modern, making it a comfortable place to stay! Staff also very welcoming with good local recommendations. Would definitely stay here again when returning!"
United States
Jessica
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
Terrace/patio

13. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"A very nice place to stay."
United States
John
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Ocean Palms Motel
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

14. Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
2.5 star property
Foothill
6.6 out of 10, (321 reviews)
"This was a nice inexpensive spot to stay the night halfway through our trip. It looked a little…run down, but they had great coffee, comfortable beds, good shower, nice soaps and helpful staff. We would stay here again. We would stay here again. Front desk woman was great."
United States
jennifer
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

15. Pacific Shores Inn

Pacific Shores Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The location was great and the staff was friendly. Morro Bay is a great little town."
United States
Travis
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Shores Inn
Property grounds

16. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Foothill
6.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay if you're traveling on a budget."
United States
Emily
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Budget Inn
Front of property

17. Aloha Inn

Aloha Inn
2.0 star property
Arroyo Grande
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location to food and highway. Comfortable place to stay and the staff are nice."
United States
Sergio
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Aloha Inn
Terrace/patio

18. Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
Foothill
6.0 out of 10, (800 reviews)
"Good place to stay great location"
United States
Jailyne
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

19. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Grover Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (616 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kevin
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Pacific Inn
Lobby sitting area

20. Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel
2.5 star property
Morro Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel in a great location. Breakfast was included and there was ample parking."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Masterpiece Hotel
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Top San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

8/10 Good
"The staff was polite. The room was clean. We got there late and just slept. The beds were comfortable. Every thing worked. Didn’t have a chance to try the pool but it looked clean and inviting."
Odessa 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

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San Luis Obispo Motels information

Number of reviews
11,041
Accommodation
72 Motels
Lowest Price
£50
Highest Price
£137

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Luis Obispo?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in San Luis Obispo, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from over 212 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in San Luis Obispo?
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Enjoy access to the coffee/tea in common areas, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Sands Inn & Suites: Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
How many motels are there in San Luis Obispo?
Expedia has 13 inexpensive motels in San Luis Obispo.
What things can I to do in San Luis Obispo?
Take time to enjoy the charming cafes and wineries while you're sightseeing. Those visiting San Luis Obispo speak highly of the theatre scene, seaside and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Rosa Park, San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden and Avila Hot Springs. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, Morro Bay State Park and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Fremont Theater, Ah Louis Store and History Center of San Luis Obispo County.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Luis Obispo?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Luis Obispo to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Luis Obispo is 433 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Luis Obispo while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in San Luis Obispo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional), which is located 3 mi (4.9 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 28.8 mi (46.4 km) away. To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at San Luis Obispo Station.

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