The Best Hotels Closest to California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo for 2026

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

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

A round marble table with two glasses of amber-colored drink, a vase with dried flowers, and a textured wall in the background.

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

1. Petit Soleil

MoJo, 1.6 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Tiffany

￥25,536

￥29,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a white building with teal accents.

A spacious lobby with a fountain, seating area, and a reception desk.

A buffet area with various food items and a coffee station.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large potted plants.

2. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

1.5 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Daniel

￥17,994

￥24,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A kitchen with white paneled walls, a wooden countertop, a ceiling light fixture, a large white vase with dried plants, a woven basket, and a patterned rug on the floor.

A bedroom with a large bed, two smaller beds, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a fireplace, a framed abstract artwork, a wicker chair, a small round table with a book, and a window with curtains.

A room with white paneled walls, a large window, two wicker chairs, a small table, a potted plant, and a hanging black beaded decoration.

3. San Luis Creek Lodge

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Rosanna

￥23,545

￥29,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a long counter with seating, and decorative plants.

4. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.1 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Leslie

￥53,189

￥60,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern outdoor lounge area with a fireplace, seating, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a sofa, and a floor lamp.

A modern bar area with a central counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A rooftop pool area with a view of a mountain, a staircase, and outdoor seating.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

david

￥20,784

￥23,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

6. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.2 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

David

￥34,714

￥39,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A waiting area with two patterned chairs, a small table, and a reception desk.

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

A sign for Avenue Inn Downtown with a vacancy message.

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Lower Higuera, 2.9 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Hannah

￥11,145

￥12,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf filled with books, a comfortable armchair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Martin

￥18,229

￥20,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel with multiple buildings, green roofs, and outdoor seating areas.

A large house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of a mountain.

A hotel with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

A spacious living room with a blue sofa, patterned armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of red flowers.

9. Apple Farm

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Alfredo

￥16,924

￥21,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern living room with green sofas, a fireplace, and a large bookshelf filled with books.

An outdoor patio with hexagonal tiles, wooden benches, and tables with chairs. There are string lights overhead and a fire feature in the center.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large seating area, a hanging chair, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a hanging light fixture, and a seating area with a wicker chair.

10. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.3 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Caroline

￥16,753

￥19,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

A modern interior with a reception desk, wooden shelving, and a variety of products on display.

11. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Luis Obispo, 2.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Veronica

￥41,688

￥52,805 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern living room with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window.

A balcony with a table and chair, overlooking a lush garden and distant mountains.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof, surrounded by greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and a minimalist interior design.

12. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

1.3 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Cole

￥16,976

￥19,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a tiled floor.

A reception desk with a wooden counter, a potted plant, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A room with a zebra-patterned armchair, a dining table with chairs, a small statue, and a bed with a floral bedspread.

A hotel with a sign reading "Peach Tree Inn" and a mountain backdrop.

13. Peach Tree Inn

1.3 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

margaret

￥14,939

￥19,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and surrounding greenery.

A residential building with a swimming pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and two lit windows.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows.

14. Hotel Buena Vista

1.3 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Kayla

￥14,266

￥16,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A two-story motel with a sign reading "Mission Inn" and a parking lot with directional arrows.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with a coffee machine, a trash bin, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and shelves with snacks and condiments.

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

15. Mission Inn San Luis Obispo

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Kate

￥9,147

￥12,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

A motel with a modern design, featuring a wooden facade and a black door.

A bathroom with a white door, a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, and a hairdryer.

A modern building with a central tower, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

16. Sunbeam Motel

1.5 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Brant

￥11,413

￥12,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a Christmas tree.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A pathway leading to the Botanical Garden entrance with a pergola overhead and a small building in the distance.

A white building with a tiled roof and a number '1772' on the facade.

17. University Inn

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Kiet

￥8,154

￥13,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pergola structure, and a view of the street and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large arched windows.

18. Sands Inn & Suites

1.3 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Ashish

￥15,502

￥17,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a deck area with tables and chairs.

A spacious indoor area with a balcony, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a stone accent wall.

A reception area with a stone wall, a fireplace, a counter with a computer, framed pictures on the wall, and a chair.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, a wicker sofa, and a wooden fence.

19. Inn at San Luis Obispo

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Lisa

￥10,145

￥11,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a small table, a chair, a wooden ceiling, and a door leading to another room.

A hallway with green walls, white doors, and a radiator.

A parking lot with several cars, a motel named 'Villa Motel' with a 'VACANCY' sign, and a 'DAYLIGHT HOME LIGHTING' business in the background.

A covered walkway with a row of parked cars on the right and a building with large windows on the left.

20. Villa Motel

1.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Ariana

￥10,620

￥12,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Petit Soleil	9.8 Exceptional 408 reviews	View
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo	9.4 Exceptional 1,623 reviews	View
San Luis Creek Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel San Luis Obispo	9.4 Exceptional 691 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 2,187 reviews	View

Top California Polytechnic State University Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

8/10 Good

"Disappointed with the boring indoor pool with no jacuzzi. Breakfast menu was lame too, skinny selection of breakfast items... we'll be staying at Ayres more from now on..."

Hotel Buena Vista

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast, because we expected to see orange juice, fresh fruits, eggs,waffles or slices of bread."

Apple Farm

8/10 Good

"Do it."

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"Our second stay and I’m really pleased with this hotel. So many extras. This time we partook in the free breakfast and didn’t realize they were offering hot breakfast cooked to order! Staff is extremely helpful and kind. Rosa at the front desk opened à bottle of wine for us and gave us some wine glasses to use. Will definitely continue to book Quality Suites."

Hotel San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent

"The stay was amazing! The girl checking us in seemed bothered that we were there. Other than that, we had a great time. The room was beautiful, and the staff did a great job keeping it tidy and clean. Will come back"

University Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean upkept room, safe area, nice simple complimentary breakfast"

Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"We got upgraded without asking. We were there on a workcation! It was awesome. Beds were so comfy. My daughter got her own room and enjoyed it. Wish we were able to stay longer. front desk girl was amazing and sweet."

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Close to school and down town"

Other attractions near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

A modern building with a large entrance, a pedestrian crossing, and a statue of a horse.

Alex G. Spanos Stadium

Catch an event at Alex G. Spanos Stadium, and enjoy other activities in San Luis Obispo such as biking. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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A skate park with a wooden structure, metal railings, and a clear blue sky.

Santa Rosa Park

8.0/10 (55 reviews)

After visiting Santa Rosa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A library building with a distinctive red and beige facade, a green tower, and a clear blue sky.

San Luis Obispo County Library

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting San Luis Obispo County Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A building with a large, curved sign that reads "FRED."

Fremont Theater

8.2/10 (246 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Fremont Theater on your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Robert A. Mott Athletics Center

Catch an event at Robert A. Mott Athletics Center during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's charming cafes and its acclaimed theater scene.

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Performing Arts Center

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Performing Arts Center during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Leaning Pine Arboretum

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Leaning Pine Arboretum, a lovely green space in San Luis Obispo. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails.

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San Luis Obispo Little Theatre

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at San Luis Obispo Little Theatre on your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo?

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is located in a welcoming area of San Luis Obispo known for its array of dining options and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 37 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo?

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Other good choices within a short distance include Apple Farm and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo?

Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

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What can I see and do near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo?

San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, History Center of San Luis Obispo County, and San Luis Obispo Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Fremont Theater, Ah Louis Store, and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can enjoy live performances at San Luis Obispo Little Theatre and Sunset Drive-In Theatre.

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Our top choices for California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo hotels

1. Petit Soleil

2. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3. San Luis Creek Lodge

4. Hotel San Luis Obispo

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

6. Granada Hotel & Bistro

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

8. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

9. Apple Farm

10. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

12. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

13. Peach Tree Inn

14. Hotel Buena Vista

15. Mission Inn San Luis Obispo

16. Sunbeam Motel

17. University Inn

18. Sands Inn & Suites

19. Inn at San Luis Obispo

20. Villa Motel

Compare popular hotels close to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Top California Polytechnic State University Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

Hotel Buena Vista

Apple Farm

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

University Inn

Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Other attractions near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Alex G. Spanos Stadium

Santa Rosa Park

San Luis Obispo County Library

Fremont Theater

Robert A. Mott Athletics Center

Performing Arts Center

Leaning Pine Arboretum

San Luis Obispo Little Theatre

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