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.

The Best Hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

1. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Lisa

₹38,163 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

2. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Downtown San Luis Obispo

M Veronica

₹15,608 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

3. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Mai

₹27,372 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

4. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hud

₹31,939 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

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

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Pau

₹14,293 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

6. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

1.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Susan

₹15,731 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Lower Higuera, 0.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Luis

₹8,227 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

2.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Alondra

₹13,411 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Consuelo

₹13,318 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

10. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

4.3 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Diem

₹12,425 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

11. Apple Farm

1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Roberto

₹12,455 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

12. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

1.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Mark

₹13,613 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

4.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Aila

₹13,735 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

14. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

BEATRIZ

₹14,732 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

15. Petit Soleil

MoJo, 1 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Katelin

₹18,837 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

16. University Inn

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Summer

₹8,760 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

17. Hotel Buena Vista

1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

ERIKA

₹9,518 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

2.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

William

₹19,839 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

19. TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

3.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Jordan

₹14,280 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

20. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Sean

₹7,673 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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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.

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A valley with a town surrounded by mountains.

Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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 Fremont Theater.

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Lower Broad

Lower Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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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Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great place to stay for a couple of days with last minute planning. We had a great view of the Morro Bay rock and the ocean from our room and the cost of the stay was great for being last minute. The check in process was easy, and the staff was super friendly and accommodating. We would definitely stay her again."

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"The property is excellent. Well maintained and many different areas to sit outside. Breakfast is exceptional. You get served a full breakfast. The room is awesome....an area to sit and watch tv separate from the bedroom. And pocket door for quiet. Very walkable to downtown"

Madonna Inn

8/10 Good

"Julia the hotel the receptionist. Very young person. Help us. Told her. My wife and I are seniors. I Didn't say too much. Anyway don't know this place. She booked us on 3rd floor room #180. My wife has trouble walking. We have our dining reservations for 5:30. All the inconvenience of the staff, the pick up on the golf cart waiting 35 minutes. Anyway we settled down, because we had a wonderful dinner for my 73rd birthday"

Edgewater Inn And Suites

10/10 Excellent

"I go at least twice a year, I never want to stay at another hotel while visiting Pismo! I love how the edgewater is on the beach! Once you park you never need to drive anywhere! You have the beach right there, pool, jacuzzi, shopping, restaurants, market, literally within walking distance! And the staff is always so friendly, accommodating, and I love how they text you so if you need anything the staff is within your fingertips! I have no complaints! I love the edgewater I’ll be back sooner! I’ve been twice this year and I’ll be back in November! But who’s complaining? Not me !! I can’t wait to come back!"

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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

1. Hotel San Luis Obispo

2. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

3. Granada Hotel & Bistro

4. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

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

6. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

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

10. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

11. Apple Farm

12. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

14. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

15. Petit Soleil

16. University Inn

17. Hotel Buena Vista

18. Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

19. TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

20. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Old Town Historic District

Lower Higuera

Foothill

Lower Broad

Laguna

Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

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