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Our top choices for San Luis Obispo motels

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

1. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,385 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family will stay again"
United States
Luis
The price is ￥13,219
￥15,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,370 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff friendly perfect for our overnight stay. Location is great."
United States
Kennedy
The price is ￥9,226
￥12,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
A dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a Christmas tree.

3. University Inn

University Inn
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Great location, cute rooms and easy check in/out"
United States
Summer
The price is ￥8,733
￥14,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
University 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, (1,192 reviews)
"Great location, very friendly staff, beach friendly"
United States
John
The price is ￥12,745
￥14,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
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.

5. Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (736 reviews)
"We had fun during our stay!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥13,219
￥15,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Sands Inn & Suites
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room great staff"
United States
margaret
The price is ￥14,878
￥19,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Peach Tree Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

7. Sunbeam Motel

Sunbeam Motel
2.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (803 reviews)
"Staff were super nice! Will stay here again!"
United States
Isabella
The price is ￥12,432
￥14,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sunbeam Motel
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.

8. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,881 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
David
The price is ￥24,017
￥27,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Spyglass Inn
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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff super comfortable and clean rooms"
United States
Roberta
The price is ￥12,352
￥14,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
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.

10. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,161 reviews)
"It was Great stay!"
United States
Aida
The price is ￥16,854
￥21,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A reception area with a stone wall, a plant, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. San Luis Inn And Suites

San Luis Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Foothill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (387 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 ￥7,108
￥12,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
San Luis Inn And Suites
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a deck area with tables and chairs.

12. Inn at San Luis Obispo

Inn at San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay with easy access to the freeway and close to everything"
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥10,198
￥11,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Inn at San Luis Obispo
A stone fire pit with three people seated around it, under a covered area with string lights.

13. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved a quiet night here. It is walkable to Pier and close by restaurants. We really enjoyed. Room was very welcoming and clean."
United States
man
The price is ￥11,075
￥16,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ocean Palms Motel
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

14. The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"Loved how close it was to the beach!"
United States
Arpi
The price is ￥19,905
￥22,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

15. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Foothill
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to stay if you're traveling on a budget."
United States
Emily
The price is ￥6,822
￥12,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Budget Inn
Room

16. Pacific Shores Inn

Pacific Shores Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The location was amazing we walked almost everywhere on our trip. Would love to stay here again!"
United States
Casey
The price is ￥11,322
￥12,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Pacific Shores Inn
A modern indoor space with a balcony, featuring a round table and chairs, large windows, and a view of a building with balconies.

17. Masterpiece Hotel

Masterpiece Hotel
2.5 star property
Morro Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,393 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Patrick
The price is ￥14,190
￥16,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Masterpiece Hotel
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and potted plants.

18. Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
Foothill
6.0 out of 10, (830 reviews)
"Good place to stay great location"
United States
Jailyne
The price is ￥8,695
￥9,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
Front of property

19. Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo

Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (477 reviews)
"I would stay here again extremely convenient on location and pretty clean"
United States
SARKIS
The price is ￥8,891
￥11,981 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo
A beach with a wooden fence, swings, and a clear sky.

20. Main & Salt

Main & Salt
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Great location and nice dog park"
Canada
Gurteghvir
The price is ￥13,638
￥15,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Main & Salt
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Top San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

10/10 Excellent
"It was close to the freeway and everything I wanted to see and do in SLO."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South

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San Luis Obispo Motels information

Number of reviews
12,459
Accommodation
72 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,869
Highest Price
￥27,546

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.