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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.

University Inn: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, 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. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo: Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Sands Inn & Suites: It’s located within a quick 1-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

Expedia has 13 low-cost motels in San Luis Obispo.

Take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants and wineries while you’re sightseeing. Those visiting San Luis Obispo speak highly of the theater scene, seaside, and cafes. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Rosa Park, Laguna Lake Park, and El Chorro Regional Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Morro Bay State Park, San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 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.

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.

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.