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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Bubblegum Alley

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Reception
Family Studio Suite
Exterior
Front of property
Experience the charm of Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo, located near Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Fremont Theater. Enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the spa tub, grab a bite to eat at the on-site restaurant, or lounge by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. With perks like free self parking, luggage storage, and multilingual staff available to help you navigate your stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fremont Theater - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 7 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪High St. Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Slo Ranch Market - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Motel near Bubblegum Alley
Located close to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Fremont Theater, Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo provides a coffee shop/cafe, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 60 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

As of Aug 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo on Sept 2, 2025 start from CA $96.27, 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.

Is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

Yes, Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo located?

Located in Laguna, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bubblegum Alley, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, and Fremont Theater. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1159 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in process was easy. Room was clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
room was comfortable and clean for a quick overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay at the Vagabond!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have done a great job bringing this motel up to a decent level. A very good deal for your money in this town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wenis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s convenient with Denny and EV charging stations close to the inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very comfortable and close to many amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stay one night only, for the price it was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were close to family and easy to access
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shameica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place wouldn’t mind staying here again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious, the price was amazing compared to the others. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the location is super convenient. My kids also loved the pool and hot tub. Also, 10% off the Denny's next door...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The young man at the front desk was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, convenient and economically priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jayita

Rooms were spacious, and we liked the 2 room suite. Rooms were clean enough, but the bathroom was small and a bit cramped. There was a big pool and a hot tub that we used and enjoyed for one night. No breakfast though, but you get 10% off at Dennys.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonder staff and it’s sooooo clean! Loved it. Had tons of shops right across the street with the Madonna Inn just right down the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an inexpensive
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Treated very well by the staff and has everything you need
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great, affordable option

great stay! rooms were exactly as pictured and service was above and beyond!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

keegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cheap & easy place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stopover place.

Nice owners
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

This building has a weird noise on and off all night long. Room is okay. Bed is kind of bouncy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

frederick

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s an older motel style and is being renovated. Unfortunately the renovation isn’t the best
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonna

Liked: Amenities
The front desk agent was so kind and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025