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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

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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, (775 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast, and perfectly located! Definitely going to stay here again! "
United States
Sharon
The price is NT$4,994
NT$5,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Front of property

Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (830 reviews)
"What a gorgeous, gothic-inspired hotel with great amenities such as bicycle use and a top-notch restaurant. The ambience was truly captivating, and it was centrally located in an idyllic spot. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is NT$8,915
NT$10,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Granada Hotel & Bistro
Lobby

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo
4.5 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (590 reviews)
"This isn’t the first time we’ve stayed at Hotel SLO, Everytime we’ve stayed here has been wonderful. The staff is kind and the amenities are on point. "
United States
Kelly
The price is NT$12,648
NT$14,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Bar (on property)

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Great location. Very clean and modern. My only complaint is the price for valet a night ($45) and the incidental cost a night ($125), seems a bit steep for a hotel in SLO. Nonetheless, there is a public parking building kitty corner from the property for $16 a night. "
United States
Amy
The price is NT$9,522
NT$11,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Bar (on property)

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (116 reviews)
"top notch location!!! we have now stayed here 2 times and will definitely stay here when we come to SLO!! Great staff, very clean room, view was incredible from the room, breakfast was awesome. Can't say enough good things about this location! Thank you to everyone on staff! Oh and the gym was great as well!"
United States
George
The price is NT$5,400
NT$6,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
Beach nearby

Blue Sail Inn

Blue Sail Inn
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff, amazing location "
United States
Ekaterina
The price is NT$4,122
NT$4,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Blue Sail Inn
Breakfast and dinner served, beach views

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
15.9 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,602 reviews)
"great view of ocean clean rooms nice balconies with fire place parking at reasonable price centrally located highly recommend for families"
United States
Sudhir
The price is NT$7,421
NT$8,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Dinner served, Californian cuisine

Springhill Suites by Marriott Paso Robles Atascadero

Springhill Suites by Marriott Paso Robles Atascadero
3.0 star property
27.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place, great breakfast! "
United States
michael
The price is NT$3,643
NT$4,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Springhill Suites by Marriott Paso Robles Atascadero
Beach nearby

Dune Surfer Inn

Dune Surfer Inn
2.0 star property
19.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Attentive staff, Quality Room, Awesome Price."
United States
David
The price is NT$4,285
NT$4,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Dune Surfer Inn
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,408 reviews)
"We have stayed here several times and it is always amazing"
United States
Beau
The price is NT$7,971
NT$10,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Madonna Inn
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG
3.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay "
United States
Robert
The price is NT$3,233
NT$3,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG
Exterior

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,513 reviews)
"Quiet location with great staff and clean rooms that were very comfortable!"
United States
Matthew
The price is NT$5,310
NT$6,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Spyglass Inn
Lobby

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
2.5 star property
17.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,271 reviews)
"Best hotel ever, great breakfast and service "
United States
Sonia
The price is NT$3,489
NT$3,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Staircase

Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely area, friendly staff, newly built, quiet area, very clean and one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept on. Would stay here again!"
United States
Marianne
The price is NT$3,787
NT$5,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Avila Village Inn
On the beach

Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
3.5 star property
14.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,722 reviews)
"Always stay here when in SLO"
United States
Benjamin
The price is NT$7,651
NT$8,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Inn at the Cove
Terrace/patio

SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
16 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Excellent Amenities, on site food, steps from the beach. "
United States
Jack
The price is NT$7,731
NT$9,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
Property entrance

Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel

Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
21.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great family owned establishment. Felt homie and was a great experience. Good home made breakfast "
United States
Craig
The price is NT$7,161
NT$8,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel
Property grounds

The Landing at Morro Bay

The Landing at Morro Bay
2.0 star property
19.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location and feiendly staff. Clean rooms"
United States
Caroline
The price is NT$3,270
NT$3,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
The Landing at Morro Bay
Front of property

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, (1,205 reviews)
"Very clean room, nice staff "
United States
Kristin
The price is NT$2,844
NT$3,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Restaurant

Inn At Morro Bay

Inn At Morro Bay
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Best part was the dining experience. Food was amazing!"
United States
Cindy
The price is NT$4,091
NT$4,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Inn At Morro Bay
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Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

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

Old Town Historic District

When in Old Town Historic District, you can plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aerial view of San Luis Obispo from the hiking trail to Bishop Peak, California

Lower Higuera

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Higuera and surrounding area, you can visit Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market.

Scenic View of Caliente Range Foothills, Carrizo Plain National Monument, San Luis Obispo County

Foothill

While Foothill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.

Lower Broad

Though Lower Broad might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laguna and surrounding area, you can visit Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Madonna Plaza Shopping Center.

Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

8/10 Good
"Good location, just beware the walls are very thin. When we visited there were lots of bikers so you could hear everytime they came and went. Other than that we had a good stay."
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown San Luis Obispo?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Luis Obispo's Downtown San Luis Obispo neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Luis Obispo travel tips? Be sure to check out Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighborhood.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown San Luis Obispo?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel San Luis Obispo is the highest ranked property in Downtown San Luis Obispo. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other favorite options in the area include Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel and Granada Hotel & Bistro.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown San Luis Obispo area?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown San Luis Obispo to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater San Luis Obispo area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Luis Obispo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Downtown San Luis Obispo.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown San Luis Obispo?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown San Luis Obispo, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this San Luis Obispo neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like San Luis Obispo Children's Museum or San Luis Obispo County Library.

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