Downtown convenience meets efficiency at this San Luis Obispo retreat where express check-in services and in-room WiFi help travelers settle in quickly
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Located near Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, Downtown SLO Inn offers travelers a practical base in San Luis Obispo. Guests appreciate the free in-room WiFi and express check-in/out services that streamline their arrival experience.
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. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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
Taco Bell
2 min walk
Jack in the Box
3 min walk
Hotel SLO
12 min walk
Woodstock's Pizza SLO
13 min walk
About this property
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo
Motel near Fremont Theater
Located close to Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 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 smoke-free premises
A 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
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
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
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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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo on Mar 15, 2026 start from ₩88,893, 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?
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 Adventist Health Sierra Vista and Fremont Theater. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Bubblegum Alley are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Downtown SLO Inn - San Luis Obispo Reviews
6.0
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The room was spacious, clean, comfortable, and affordable. It's also in close proximity to both Cal Poly and Downtown. Also, the hotel manager was accommodating and helpful.
Nishanth
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
joseph
Dec 22, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Room was kinda janky, some scetch people. But did its job! Close to some good spots to eat!
He was really chill about me arriving to my check in late and when accidentally locking my key in my room. Both occasions were around 1am.
The room was really nice, and clean I had a microwave, a fridge and a blow drier, and a Roku tv. I’ll be staying there again.
Kylie
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
celia
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very nice and courteous. They were accomodating in holding a ground floor room for us.
It was nice, big, spatial room, great location and price, if you’re booking little bit ahead of time!
There is something I didn’t feel comfortable about… when I was checking out, I had my friend picking me up, and I was ready and packed, with my door open and ready to go, at the time of check out… but when my friend had arrived little bit after the checkout time, the attitude of the person who checked me in was not very pleasant….
But who cares about that I guess…
It is nice, clean, big rooms place to stay!
I will come back if I will be travelling there again!
We booked late for a Cal Poly event. The price was good. The room is run-down, dirty, small, noisy, and in disrepair. The only good thing was the bedding was clean, and the beds pretty comfortable.
Great location, easy access and a good value. Updates look good but floors had only been swept, not washed, so they looked clean but socks were very dirty daily from the floors.
The property is very near Cal Poly SLO. The room was clean and price was decent for one night stay. There were plenty parking spaces. My room was on the back row so I didn’t hear the highway noise.
Tuan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Adam
Apr 22, 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice, comfortable bed and clean room. Simple amenities. Fairly spacious. Competitively priced. Might be nice to offer Netflix or HBO for a few extra dollars a night. Otherwise is very close to downtown and there is a relaxing river visible from the patio towards the end of the parking lot.
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
6/10 Okay
Vivian
Oct 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
SLO INN
Checking in and out was very easy and friendly. But the inn itself is very dated. Bed was just ok and pillows awful. Paper thin bath towel. Convenient location to Cal Poly where we came to town to attend the football game.
I would not stay here again.
Vivian
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
matt
Aug 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Weekend visit
The cable tv did not work during the majority of our stay. Toilet was not bolted to the floor. Good location and price was right. Get what you pay for.
matt
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Lourdes
May 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It seems that the property was recently renovated, so old reviews aren’t the best way to gauge the quality of the stay.
Despite being right by a freeway, it was quiet and easy to sleep. Everything was clean and the fridge was spacious. The bathroom was a bit small and difficult to walk in and out of, but wasn’t much of a problem for an able bodied person.
The only con was that my room’s window was stuck, but I didn’t really need it open.
The property looks clean during the day. The staff was friendly checking in. The problems was at night when the roaches come out. Tried telling the staff and they were bothered by the situation. Tried asking to move us to another room far away from that one and all they did was change is to the room next to it. We checked out and tried to cancel the rest of our reservation. The staff got mad and said they were not going to reimburse the rest of the days we had already paid. Really upset at the situation.
Property was quiet and somewhat safe looking. Everything is out of date. There is cracks and stains on furniture and walls. Beds were nicely made and towels seemed and smell cleaned. The sheets i think might have not been washed. We saw lint and hair the moment we arrived and saw the sheets. We slept in our clothes and wrapped the pillows in extra clothes just to be safe. If you need a one night sleep and next to fast food and freeway then this place is the place to be. Other wise not the best looking feeling place to be for a extended period of time.
First, I don't judge budget motels against higher level properties. I actually usually like places that are a little funky. With that said, this place was pretty dreadful. I was in town with my daughter for a soccer tournament and did not have the opportunity to book well ahead of time. We have stayed in the SLO area several times, from beach hotels to higher level properties. By the time we booked, rates were sky high. I read the reviews for this property and knew it wouldn't be fabulous. However, the first impression is that it's just a little weird. Check in was fast, no more than two minutes. In that two minutes, I was told, "no pets, no, smoking, no visitors - check out at 11," at least three times. The room was hot when we opened the door. The dresser was missing a handle on one of the drawers. Half of the power outlets did not work. There was a hair in the shower drain so the water would not vacate. I pulled it out and it was the size of a small rodent, so it has not been cleaned properly in awhile.
I would not stay again, but to the hotels credit, it was relatively quiet at night. The location is not great, but you are very close to the freeway to get to the nicer parts of SLO.
Thomas
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Samuel
Feb 2, 2026
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms were fine, hotel staff were not very pleasant. Needed an extra towel for my room, that was a big hassle and check in took way too long.