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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
Travelers find a practical base in the heart of San Luis Obispo where they can enjoy quick snacks and stay connected with reliable in-room WiFi

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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo puts visitors right in the center of town's activity. Guests appreciate the convenience of in-room WiFi for staying in touch, vending machine and grocery options for quick bites, and the added benefit of free self-parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is ā‚¹6,633
ā‚¹7,529 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(131 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ah Louis Store - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 6 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖHigh Street Market & Deli - ā€¬8 min walk
  • ā€ŖKreuzberg Coffee Company - ā€¬7 min walk
  • ā€ŖShake Shake Fresh Noodle - ā€¬6 min walk
  • ā€ŖLokum Turkish Coffee & Pastries - ā€¬8 min walk
  • ā€ŖNautical Bean - ā€¬6 min walk

About this property

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo provides a corner/local shop and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Safety features at this property include 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

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Avenue Inn
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Avenue Luis Obispo Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

As of 7 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo on 27 Jan 2026 start from ā‚¹6,633.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo located?

Located in Lower Higuera, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Cerro San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and Bubblegum Alley. Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and History Center of San Luis Obispo County are also within 10 minutes. San Luis Obispo Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 756 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1156 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient place, clean, walking distance to all attractions and people are very nice and professional, very happy with our experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and comfortable bed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

annamalai

Liked: Cleanliness
Good room, nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the price. Close to Downtown, restaurants, shopping and much more. Easy parking and check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and comfortable mattresses. Staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything one needs at an. Affordable Price. Comfy beds, safe area, walk to downtown shops and restaurants. Not fancy but refrigerator, microwave, iron, ironing board, nice Tv WiFi. Iā€™m happy!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I just stayed for one night but it was perfect for that. Very clean and nice and a great price. Check-in was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price! Iā€™d definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and decent for the price. After hours check-in was a bit of a pain.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for a night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute and safe place with ample parking. Slept great through the night and easily checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Prompt and pleasant check in process. Clean and comfortable room. Easy parking and great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, smaller room but nice facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Good location, affordable price, clean & safe. Nothing above and beyond but a good budget friendly option.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value hotel, short walk to downtown SLO, rooms spotless parking easy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Reinhold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, close to downtown, but basic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for proximity to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price this was one of the cleanest and well kept places. It was close to down town but very quiet at night. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sonya

The receptionist was friendly, walkable place. Nice stay, will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rubi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it I went for my anniversary to SLO. So simple and cheap! Very friendly staff! I would recommend :) Every place was walkable and so nice for a night out <3
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025