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1604 Cheap Hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Property entrance

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (679)
"Great location and very charming room. Breakfast was amazing and staff was very helpful and super nice.cant beat the price and service provided."
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Granada Hotel & Bistro
Exterior

Granada Hotel & Bistro

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (770)
"Great place to stay in SLO! "
The price is AU$399
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Granada Hotel & Bistro
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Sundeck

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (454)
"The staff was polite and helpful "
The price is AU$511
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Rooftop terrace

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (503)
"One of the best hotels we have stayed in. Beautiful, modern design, great service, great food, spacious room, great spa and a great location that was walkable to all of downtown San Luis Obispo. Highly recommended."
The price is AU$625
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel San Luis Obispo
SLO Brew Lofts
Mountain view

SLO Brew Lofts

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (88)
"Very nice property. I will certainly stay here again. Spacious and comfortable. Excellent location. Clean and nice kitchen. "
SLO Brew Lofts
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Fireplace

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (798)
"Great location "
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
BBQ/picnic area

Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great place "
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
Morro Shores Inn And Suites
Exterior

Morro Shores Inn And Suites

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (551)
"It’s near the beach and small so not too many loud people can stay"
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Morro Shores Inn And Suites
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
Reception

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1954)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
Fireside Inn
1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Fireside Inn

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Friendly easy check in, close to everything, nice clean room"
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fireside Inn
Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront
Marina

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Super cool place pet friendly too"
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront
Inn At Morro Bay
View from property

Inn At Morro Bay

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Best view and beds!"
Inn At Morro Bay
Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row
Exterior

Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (399)
"Fantastic spot, easy access to food and shopping"
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row
Blue Sail Inn
Front of property

Blue Sail Inn

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great location, comfy beds and beautiful views from the balcony"
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Blue Sail Inn
Masterpiece Hotel
Dining

Masterpiece Hotel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Very clean and a quite place to stay"
Masterpiece Hotel
Hotel Avisa
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Hotel Avisa

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great spot to stay & great staff!"
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Avisa
456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
View from room

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very nice and will stay again when in the area."
The price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
Exterior

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887)
"Blufftop Inn was excellent value for money. With a newly renovated room right next to the waterfront and with easy walking access to shops and walking, we loved our stay"
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (627)
"Enjoyed the area very nice"
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Sundown Inn
Property grounds

Sundown Inn

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"The landscape around the hotel was beautiful, and Ann at the desk was Super friendly and helpful"
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sundown Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find the best Downtown San Luis Obispo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Laguna map

Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Irish Hills Natural Reserve.

Railroad District map

Railroad District

Railroad District might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Old Town Historic District map

Old Town Historic District

While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

Lower Higuera map

Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Foothill map

Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"On the beach! Cafe food offerings could be expanded."
Kate 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Luis Obispo's Downtown San Luis Obispo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Luis Obispo travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel San Luis Obispo is the highest ranked property in Downtown San Luis Obispo. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other favourite options in the area include Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel and Granada Hotel & Bistro.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown San Luis Obispo?

With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Luis Obispo to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater San Luis Obispo area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Luis Obispo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown San Luis Obispo.

What is there to do in this San Luis Obispo neighbourhood?

Sights like Fremont Theater, History Center of San Luis Obispo County and San Luis Obispo Museum of Art can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown San Luis Obispo. You could also plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market or Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Luis Obispo include Mission Plaza, Ah Louis Store and San Luis Obispo Little Theatre. While you're out sightseeing in San Luis Obispo, make sure that you visit other sights such as San Luis Obispo Children's Museum or San Luis Obispo County Library.