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Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Fremont Theater

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Property grounds
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo, nestled near Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, offers a convenient retreat. With free in-room WiFi and express check-in/out services, guests can quickly settle into their stay.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Basic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Non Smoking

Suite, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Located in Foothill, a neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo is near a train station. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Bubblegum Alley are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laguna Lake Park and Avila Hot Springs. Fremont Theater and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo are two other places to visit that come recommended. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
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950 Olive Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

What's nearby

  • Fremont Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 2 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hotel SLO - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Urbane Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo

Motel near Fremont Theater
Located close to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1989
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Cash App
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Slo Luis Obispo Luis Obispo
Downtown SLO Inn San Luis Obispo
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo Motel
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo Motel San Luis Obispo
SLO Inn San Luis Obispo
SLO San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo?

As of Sept 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo on Sept 4, 2025 start from CA $92.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo located?

Located in Foothill, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fremont Theater and Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Bubblegum Alley are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 661 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 661 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 661 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 661 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 142 out of 661 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk guy was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to navigate from and safe, clean, affordable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kaleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great for just a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Howard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a case of you get what you pay for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was actually fine! A bit run down and older but comfortable and clean. No major issues and very fair price!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are roaches in the rooms, staff is extremely rude. Rooms have holes in the wall and walls are paper thin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Think Motel 6. It’s clean, simple, no thrill or frills. No trashcan in the room. Bring your own toiletries. I would stay there on a pinch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
thick layer of dust visible on the curtains, visible mold in bathroom. Extremely Noisy- the showers in adjoining rooms sound like they are in your room. People loudly arguing talking coming and going at 2:30 am
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Zaird

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are old and super uncomfortable. I got a bed with a hole in the middle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

celia

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very nice and courteous. They were accomodating in holding a ground floor room for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

gary

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seems like this motel hasosssd
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked the TV amenities (I was able to access my Netflix & Youtube accounts without issue). The room I was needs some furniture upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed needs to be replaced. Middle portion is just old and has no support anymore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Disliked: Cleanliness
I booked this place because it was affordable and it seemed like it had good reviews, but after an hour and a half of being there, being showered, and relaxing in bed, I started getting bites on my stomach and my side, so I left immediately.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
over all love this hotel and will be staying here again !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A bargain at $67 per night - simple, clean, convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
desperate times calls for desperate measures. It's an average to below average motel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Isabella

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mold in bathroom. Cockroaches in room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice area to stay at and not so expensive
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adelaida

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quarron

Liked: Amenities
Nice one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has all the basic amenities you need for a pleasant stay in a quiet yet convenient area. It was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024