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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Two large beds with matching headboards, a desk, and a television.
Cozy living space with a sofa, kitchenette, and doorway to an adjacent room.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, black stove, and microwave, plus a convenient round table for meals.
Relax by the pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy a meal with a view from this kitchen, featuring a dishwasher and stove, and a window overlooking lush greenery.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two double beds with white linens and brown headboards, a wooden floor, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Relax in this stylish room featuring a large flat-screen TV, double bed with headboard, and a bedside table with lamp.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a mounted TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and matching bench, plus a nightstand, dresser, and window with curtains.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Enjoy a comfortable stay in this cozy room with a large bed, kitchenette, and window view.

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a desk, set against a clean and modern backdrop.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Relax in comfort with a large bed, tufted headboard, and matching ottoman.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Two double beds with classic design, featuring multiple pillows and bedspreads, complemented by a large mirror, bedside tables, and a modern wardrobe.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

Two single beds with white linens and patterned pillows, a bedside table, and a chair, set against a backdrop of large floral artwork.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a functional layout.

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fremont Theater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Consider a stay at Sands Inn & Suites and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 24
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 24 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sands Inn
Sands Inn San Luis Obispo
Sands San Luis Obispo
Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn And Suites
Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Sands Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn & Suites Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sands Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sands Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 24 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Sands Inn & Suites located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Fremont Theater, and Performing Arts Center. French Hospital Medical Center and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 287 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Humaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was fine for the weekend. Would stay at the place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid spot for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pool area was big. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, comfy beds, easy parking, charming!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Wonderful continental breakfast. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the renovated room. It’s spacious and clean. A mile away from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fransisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The suite was clean and kept up with.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place was nice . Was disappointed that the spa was not hot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location close to downtown and close to the college plus right off the freeway. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aura

Nice and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room - great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two queens room was quiet and the suit was more comfortable. They were both good options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovations looked great! Staff was nice! Almost nice of the plug-ins in our room worked tho, lol
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was great :) beautiful room. Comfy bed. I had to get two beds and the only available one was the accessible room but that meant big shower which was nice! The pool was lovely. Parking was good. Doesn’t matter where you park all the rooms are close by. No complaints. It was a 1 night stay but I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

ARSHAM

The lighting was inadéquate; I had to ask the receptionist to bring in a lamp….
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was a little dated but very clean and spacious. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Parneet

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pull out sofa/ mattress was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on such short notice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff seemed unfriendly , place tried and failed on the remodel, like they had their way skilled cousin do the work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025