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Our top choices for San Luis Obispo motels

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1. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,389 reviews)
"Great place and close to downtown"
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥11,860
￥13,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
A modern kitchen with a wooden clock, grey cabinets, and a small island. There are two armchairs with cushions, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of the street.

2. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,383 reviews)
"nice clean room and quite hotel. I just stayed overnight on my road-trip but this was a good place to sleep."
United States
Diana
The price is ￥9,458
￥12,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.

3. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,912 reviews)
"Overall a great stay"
United States
Margarito
The price is ￥17,142
￥19,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Spyglass Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

4. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,145 reviews)
"I was very surprised of how good it looked to be a motel 6, I was impressed..it was clean, friendly staff and great location …I will definitely stay there again"
United States
Gabriela
The price is ￥12,216
￥13,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
A dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a Christmas tree.

5. University Inn

University Inn
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, great price and location."
United States
TARA
The price is ￥8,241
￥13,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
University Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a tiled floor.

6. Peach Tree Inn

Peach Tree Inn
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room great staff"
United States
margaret
The price is ￥12,532
￥16,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Peach Tree Inn
A spacious lobby with large arched windows, a black and white tiled floor, and a mix of modern and classic furniture including a white armchair, a green patterned armchair, and a gold-rimmed round table.

7. Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (771 reviews)
"Very clean room and clean area the staff was very friendly free parking at place"
United States
DAVID
The price is ￥12,679
￥14,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Sands Inn & Suites
A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.

8. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,241 reviews)
"Loved the property and the staff was exceptional."
United States
Eric
The price is ￥17,104
￥21,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

9. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, easy to park, clean room with all you could need."
United Kingdom
Amelia
The price is ￥11,091
￥12,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

10. Sunbeam Motel

Sunbeam Motel
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (806 reviews)
"Modern and clean"
United States
Brant
The price is ￥11,499
￥13,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sunbeam Motel
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a deck area with tables and chairs.

11. Inn at San Luis Obispo

Inn at San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel, and of course, at a very good price."
United States
barbara
The price is ￥10,065
￥11,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Inn at San Luis Obispo
A reception area with a stone wall, a plant, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. San Luis Inn And Suites

San Luis Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Foothill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (397 reviews)
"Amazing Staff,Neat and Quite place to stay when your traveling for wor/Play and all in-between."
United States
Richard
The price is ￥7,890
￥13,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
San Luis Inn And Suites
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

13. The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (342 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable. The view was beautiful."
United States
Rochelle
The price is ￥16,363
￥18,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and potted plants.

14. Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
Foothill
6.2 out of 10, (864 reviews)
"The staff was really professional and made sure we have comfortable stay"
United States
No Name Given
The price is ￥8,694
￥9,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
A modern indoor space with a balcony, featuring a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a building with balconies.

15. Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel
2.5 star property
Morro Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,442 reviews)
"Great location and charming atmosphere"
United States
Elayne
The price is ￥13,650
￥15,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Masterpiece Hotel
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16. Pacific Shores Inn

Pacific Shores Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was clean."
United States
G Aristida
The price is ￥11,991
￥13,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Pacific Shores Inn
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bar area with a bottle and glasses.

17. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent and steps to Morro Rock, restaurants, the Morro Bay Bird Sanctuary, the Marina and California State Parks. The front desk is helpful and welcoming!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥9,343
￥10,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Pleasant Inn
A building with balconies, a mountain in the background, and purple flowers in the foreground.

18. Sundown Inn

Sundown Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and very friendly staff close walkable to souvenir shops and restaurant"
United States
marichelle grace
The price is ￥11,499
￥13,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sundown Inn
A stone fire pit with three people seated around it, under a covered area with string lights.

19. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was really clean and the bed was comfortable. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants. Would stay here again!"
United States
Bridget
The price is ￥11,539
￥16,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ocean Palms Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the beach, and a chair.

20. Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,308 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Victoria
The price is ￥17,078
￥19,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Edgewater Inn And Suites
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Top San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent
"Love staying here when I visit my son in SLO. Such a great location and very comfortable rooms. Staff are so friendly."
Allison 1-night trip
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Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

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San Luis Obispo Motels information

Number of reviews
7,563
Accommodation
73 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,868
Highest Price
￥21,452

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Luis Obispo?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in San Luis Obispo, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from over 211 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in San Luis Obispo?
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
How many motels will I find in San Luis Obispo?
Expedia has 13 low-cost motels in San Luis Obispo.
What things can I to do in San Luis Obispo?
Take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants and charming cafes while you're sightseeing. Those visiting San Luis Obispo speak highly of the theater scene, seaside, and wineries. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Irish Hills Natural Reserve, El Chorro Regional Park, and Avila Hot Springs. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: San Luis Obispo Children's Museum, Morro Bay State Park, and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Fremont Theater, Ah Louis Store, and History Center of San Luis Obispo County.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Luis Obispo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Luis Obispo to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Luis Obispo is 17 inches.
What are my options for getting around San Luis Obispo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in San Luis Obispo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is located 3 mi (4.9 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 28.8 mi (46.4 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at San Luis Obispo Station.