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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

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1. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo
4.5 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"Property is fantastic and staff was wonderful. Close to local restaurants and short trip to the vineyards and beach."
United States
Stephen
The price is ₹38,157
₹43,308 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Property entrance

2. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (835 reviews)
"Great stay. Great location. Great breakfast. Recommended."
United States
Alejandro
The price is ₹13,808
₹15,672 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Front of property

3. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (859 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Alyssa
The price is ₹21,814
₹24,802 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Granada Hotel & Bistro
Bar (on property)

4. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (489 reviews)
"Fantastic stay in downtown slo. Incredibly friendly staff, beautiful amenities and rooftop pool."
United States
Samuel
The price is ₹33,390
₹41,208 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,114 reviews)
"Great stay…comfortable beds, nice breakfast, walking distance to town and Cal Poly SLO. Would definitely choose to stay here again!"
United States
Dorothy
The price is ₹12,976
₹14,753 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

6. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,506 reviews)
"Amazing spot- we can’t wait to go back! Perfect for families and the location is convenient."
United States
Alejandra
The price is ₹12,060
₹16,093 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera, 0.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,328 reviews)
"This is an amazing place to stay close to restaurants and much other things to do."
United States
Sixto
The price is ₹8,664
₹9,834 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Bar (on property)

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
3.5 star property
2.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,387 reviews)
"Great rooms, excellent breakfast, helpful staff."
United States
Angie
The price is ₹11,630
₹13,222 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
Aerial view

9. Apple Farm

Apple Farm
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,650 reviews)
"Super friendly staff and a beautiful place to stay!"
United States
La Raye
The price is ₹11,484
₹14,141 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Apple Farm
Terrace/patio

10. Petit Soleil

Petit Soleil
3.5 star property
MoJo, 1 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (381 reviews)
"Lovely stay in such a charming B&B"
United States
Katelin
The price is ₹19,606
₹22,291 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Petit Soleil
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

11. Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Great pool area and spa!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ₹13,324
₹18,362 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Madonna Inn
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

12. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
BEATRIZ
The price is ₹13,665
₹15,537 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel
Lobby

13. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay!!"
United States
Natalia
The price is ₹11,901
₹13,507 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
Lobby

14. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and professional from the moment we checked in. Our room was immaculate and was exactly as we expected."
United States
Mario
The price is ₹12,403
₹14,598 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

15. University Inn

University Inn
2.0 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Hotel was decent"
United States
Cyrena
The price is ₹5,810
₹9,293 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
University Inn
Property amenity

16. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay , beautiful hotel , pool and hot tub are great , very nice food in the lobby restaurant and the staff are friendly and accommodating all around. The room was spotless clean , comfortable , nice hot water and cold A/C , perfect place to stay. 100% will be back next time we're heading through the area !"
United States
Michael
The price is ₹11,320
₹12,871 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
Front of property

17. Hotel Buena Vista

Hotel Buena Vista
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. It was quiet and close to downtown SLO. We will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Kathryn
The price is ₹10,282
₹11,670 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Buena Vista
Exterior

18. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Clean, Quiet, close to the freeway decent breakfast,"
United States
George
The price is ₹11,635
₹13,228 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
Free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

19. TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (246 reviews)
"Clean hotel and room, good options for the complementary breakfast, staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Gabrail
The price is ₹12,475
₹14,183 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo
Reception

20. San Luis Inn And Suites

San Luis Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Foothill, 0.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
7.2 out of 10, Good, (364 reviews)
"Clean. Close to SLO campus"
United States
Mia
The price is ₹4,699
₹8,034 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
San Luis Inn And Suites
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Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find the best Downtown San Luis Obispo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Old Town Historic District

While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

A valley with a town surrounded by mountains.

Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

A rugged mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a winding path.

Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.

MoJo

While MoJo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.

A town nestled between hills and a river.

Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Laguna Lake.

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Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

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Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown San Luis Obispo?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Luis Obispo's Downtown San Luis Obispo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Luis Obispo travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown San Luis Obispo?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel San Luis Obispo is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown San Luis Obispo?
Book one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Luis Obispo and start exploring everything San Luis Obispo has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Luis Obispo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown San Luis Obispo.
What is there to do in this San Luis Obispo neighbourhood?
Sights like Fremont Theater, History Center of San Luis Obispo County and San Luis Obispo Museum of Art can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown San Luis Obispo. You could also plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market or Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Luis Obispo include Mission Plaza, Ah Louis Store and San Luis Obispo Little Theatre. While you're out sightseeing in San Luis Obispo, make sure that you visit other sights such as San Luis Obispo Children's Museum or San Luis Obispo County Library.

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