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A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Hotel".

An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.

A bar with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and green bar stools.

A room with a large window, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.

1. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.5 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Scott

￥38,732

￥44,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A person relaxing in a hot tub with lounge chairs in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee machine, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern building with a large glass entrance, numbered 877, and a row of bicycles parked outside.

2. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.6 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Roman

￥53,515

￥60,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A brick-paved entrance with a green door, white columns, and a covered porch.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a vanity, and a window with a view of greenery.

A garden street inn with a red awning, a bench, and a well-maintained garden.

A dining area with a large table set for six, surrounded by white chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with stained glass.

3. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.3 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Alejandro

￥22,250

￥25,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A building with a stone facade, a glass entrance, and a sign indicating a vacancy.

A sign for Avenue Inn Downtown with a vacancy message.

A reception area with two armchairs, a wooden reception desk, and a large window with a view of buildings outside.

4. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Lower Higuera, 1.8 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Luis

￥11,791

￥13,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor patio area with seating, a bar, and a fire feature.

A modern lobby with a large beige sofa, round tables, and a bookshelf.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden flooring, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, large chandeliers, and a bar/lounge in the background.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

0.6 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

William

￥26,685

￥30,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a large potted plant.

A wooden pergola structure with a table and chairs underneath, surrounded by greenery.

A spacious restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and a brick wall.

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.3 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Samuel

￥36,557

￥46,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a stone fire pit.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small side table, and a floor lamp. There is a bed with a nightstand and a lamp in the background.

A townhouse-style hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott property.

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and multiple chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a wall-mounted artwork.

7. TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

1.2 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Jordan

￥18,926

￥21,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a bench.

A hotel bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a coffee maker, and a trash can.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel reception area with a dark reception desk, a counter with a coffee machine, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

1.9 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Diem

￥17,291

￥19,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A fire pit surrounded by outdoor seating, a pool, and a building with balconies.

A multi-story hotel with a covered courtyard, palm trees, and a sign reading 'Courtyard by Marriott.'

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern living room with sofas, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with stools.

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

2.1 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Aila

￥20,824

￥23,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a large window, and a reception area with a plant.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Best Western Plus, palm trees, and a parking area.

A spacious dining area with a large window, a patterned rug, and a variety of seating options including chairs and tables.

10. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

0.8 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

BEATRIZ

￥20,966

￥23,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

A road with a blue sign for Vagabond Inn and a yellow sign for Denny's.

A Vagamond Inn with a large sign, a modern building, and landscaped garden.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a hairdryer.

11. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

0.8 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Cameron

￥9,348

￥12,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and a wall-mounted soap and bleach dispenser.

A hotel reception area with a digital screen displaying a booking message, a coffee machine, a plant, and informational posters on the walls.

A residential area with a white picket fence, a well-maintained lawn, and a pool area with a red umbrella.

12. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

2.2 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

John

￥12,493

￥14,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel reception area with a large window, air conditioning units, a plant, a digital screen, a magazine rack, and a small trash can.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, stainless steel sink, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a coffee maker, and a shelf with toiletries.

13. Studio 6 San Luis Obispo, Ca

2.2 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Ruben-Phillip

￥14,575

￥16,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A hotel hallway with a geometric patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a light-colored wall.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, surrounded by a hilly landscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a small kitchenette, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Hotel Calle Joaquin

2 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Tony

￥7,982

￥10,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a recessed ceiling light.

A balcony with a view of a tree and surrounding greenery.

A building with a sign for Howard Johnson by Wyndham, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain in the background.

A metal fence along a pathway surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

15. Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

Foothill, 3.2 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

octavio

￥10,473

￥12,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bed with a patterned quilt, a wooden headboard, and a towel shaped like swans.

A landscaped area with a parking lot, a building with a blue facade, and a tree.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by a landscaped garden with trees and shrubs.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Budget Inn

Foothill, 3.1 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Emily

￥6,424

￥11,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and potted plants.

A sign for the SLO Inn with a stone base and blue background.

A Sloth Inn sign with a stone pillar and blue bollards, a parking lot with cars, and a building with a grey awning.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

17. Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

Foothill, 3.1 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Jailyne

￥8,797

￥9,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

An outdoor patio with striped umbrellas, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

A building with a striped awning, a window with a shutter, and a sign that reads "MISE".

A kitchen with a white countertop, black cabinets, and a framed artwork above.

18. Petit Soleil

MoJo, 3.3 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Katelin

￥26,654

￥30,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dining area with a small table and two chairs.

A building with a mural of a beach scene, a sign for Beachcomber Inn, and a parking sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a microwave, a small table with a lamp, and a chair.

A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a white toilet, a glass-enclosed shower, and a mosaic wall.

19. Beachcomber Inn

13.6 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Christie

￥29,308

￥33,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.

A terrace with two chairs, a table with two glasses of wine, a bottle of champagne, and a view of the ocean and rocky coastline.

A residential area with multiple houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a road.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.

20. Inn at the Cove

11.9 km from Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Keisha

￥36,755

￥42,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Granada Hotel & Bistro	9.4 Exceptional 864 reviews	View
Hotel San Luis Obispo	9.4 Exceptional 664 reviews	View
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 851 reviews	View
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo	9.0 Wonderful 1,374 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo	9.2 Wonderful 207 reviews	View

Top Sunset Drive-In Theatre Hotel Reviews

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

8/10 Good

"Clean and convenient"

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

8/10 Good

"Clean property and rooms. Location next to farm store, coffee, food court excellent. Great staff. Breakfast was included, but not very good. Parking fee of $15/day, is frustrating."

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is a great escape from the world! Totally worth it! The pool is GREAT!"

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

8/10 Good

"Sure would have loved a box of Kleenex in the room for that price!!"

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice. Would stay there again."

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

8/10 Good

"Good Stay. Rooms were really good"

Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"Would stay at this hotel again!"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"Me gusta todo en general"

Cozy Studio Vibes | Downtown San Luis Obispo, CA | Near Beach & Trails

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, close to downtown, and yet ample parking in front of the studio. It's small but is well-organized, provided everything we need for staying for 4 nights. The entire studio is very clean and comfortable."

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San Luis Obispo Children's Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

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SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace

Enjoy an outing to SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace during your stay in San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's charming cafes and its acclaimed art scene.

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Madonna Plaza Shopping Center

8.8/10 (94 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Madonna Plaza Shopping Center during your stay in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed art scene.

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Cerro San Luis Obispo

Explore the great outdoors at Cerro San Luis Obispo and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Laguna Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Laguna Lake during your travels in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Emerson Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Emerson Park is just one of the places to see in San Luis Obispo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum during your travels in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sunset Drive-In Theatre?

Sunset Drive-In Theatre is located in a family-friendly area of San Luis Obispo known for its beautiful beaches and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 27 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Sunset Drive-In Theatre?

Adjacent to Sunset Drive-In Theatre, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Madonna Inn and Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo.

How many hotels will I find close to Sunset Drive-In Theatre?

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sunset Drive-In Theatre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sunset Drive-In Theatre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Sunset Drive-In Theatre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sunset Drive-In Theatre?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Sunset Drive-In Theatre, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Sunset Drive-In Theatre?

Study the collections at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, or History Center of San Luis Obispo County. Sights like Ah Louis Store, Fremont Theater, and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time wandering around Irish Hills Natural Reserve, Emerson Park, and Santa Rosa Park.

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Our top choices for Sunset Drive-In Theatre hotels

1. Granada Hotel & Bistro

2. Hotel San Luis Obispo

3. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

5. Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

6. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

7. TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

8. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

10. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

11. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

12. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

13. Studio 6 San Luis Obispo, Ca

14. Hotel Calle Joaquin

15. Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

16. Budget Inn

17. Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

18. Petit Soleil

19. Beachcomber Inn

20. Inn at the Cove

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Top Sunset Drive-In Theatre Hotel Reviews

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Madonna Inn

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Cozy Studio Vibes | Downtown San Luis Obispo, CA | Near Beach & Trails

Other attractions near Sunset Drive-In Theatre

Laguna Lake Park

San Luis Obispo Children's Museum

SLO Ranch Farms and Marketplace

Madonna Plaza Shopping Center

Cerro San Luis Obispo

Laguna Lake

Emerson Park

San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum

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