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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette
Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Laundry
    Laundry
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fremont Theater - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Consider a stay at Sands Inn & Suites and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00, per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sands Inn
Sands Inn San Luis Obispo
Sands San Luis Obispo
Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn And Suites
Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Sands Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn & Suites Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands Inn & Suites?

As of 23 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands Inn & Suites on 2 Dec 2024 start from AU$138.31, including 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 Sands Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sands Inn & Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sands Inn & Suites?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Sands Inn & Suites located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Fremont Theater and Performing Arts Center. French Hospital Medical Center and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 1 mile (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 109 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in took less than 2-minutes. Room was clean, shower/tub had stationary and hand held heads. Free Breakfast was hot, plentiful, and with a spacious dining room. Property had some construction upgrades in progress but it did not detract in any way from a positive stay. Staff is very customer friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

mitchell

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Host was fantastic and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was not great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

JP

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chose this property because it is pet friendly ($25/night one -time fee). The room is a basic room with lots of toiletries, a fridge, microwave, and coffee machine. Based on all of the bumper stickers in the parking lot, this place is where all of the visiting parents of Cal Poly students stay. The hotel is on a street that's full of hotels and places to eat within walking distance. My only complaint is how thin the walls were. I could hear the muffled talking next door and they weren't even speaking loudly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I want to give this property a good rating, but I cannot. There was a blood pressure medication (internet identified) clearly on the floor when we walked in. Neither my partner or I had anything of the sort on us. There were large scratches on the floor I was worried we would be charged for, the bathroom sink leaked, the room was filthy, bedding was missing. The other hotel guests were loud, yelling across corridors, and overall would never stay here again. The pictures are misleading. It does NOT look that nice. I have pics for proof.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I would have liked to have had was better pillows and the tissue boxes. Both filled up. I had allergies while I was out there and needed a lot. I didn't feel like asking for more and maybe an extra Towers. I didn't ask for it, but it would have been nice just to have it in there in the first place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

kora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were basic but comfortable for one night. The grounds could use some TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

JOHNNIE

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I paid $20 for early check in, and after wating 20 minutes for the unerstaffed desk to issue me my room, it was almost check-in time. Room looked like 1970 visited. Old dated clothes cabilbet and table was all in the room. The bed was full of dirt or sand when I kaid down, not sure which after I spent 5 minutes swiping it off.We had to park around the block from hotel, bcause they didn't have adequate space for vehicles.The area surrounding the pool is boarded up. Would not return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed on double queen suite. Liked that there was a separate living area and doors in between. The room was updated, but I think they could have made it less fancy and paid more attention to adding essentials instead. There were 3 sinks and a tiny armoire closet (could have done without one of the sinks and added left a closet). Also in the bathroom no toilet paper roll holder or soap holder in the shower. Instead there was a fancy black sink and rain shower. The front desk was nicely updated. Breakfast was free with lots of options. Very close to Cal Poly and walkable to downtown. The price wasn’t bad for such a large room. No pet fees either. So overall, great value and nice accommodations for kids and pets for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cesar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was not ready at check in time, the light in the bathroom did not work, we couldn’t take a shower in the evening, we had to wait till the next day. We reported the problem but unfortunately it never got fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alazzia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Minh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a power out tage and this hotel has no back up generator . We had no lights no hot water a d no way to charge our phones. Would not give us redund so we couldnt book other hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean motel, comfortable. Just thin walls. But great for just needing a place to stay for dropping our son off to school.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Talopatina

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast offering was definitely a plus! Convenient location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristhian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

roy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Have stayed many time at THe SAnds.They have updated some rooms but workmanship wasn’t very good and left some important things undone just for a fancier look. Would rather have had a bathtub plug, a sink plug and nicer towels( did get better towels upon request after first night). Very disappointed that there were absolutely no tea bags to be had. Was told it was due to budget cuts! Really? Again, over did trying to make it look nicer but cutting back on simple things most people look for. Also no hair dryer in room(with no warning) and not asked if I would be needing one. The pool is absolutely amazing. Very big,deep and water temperature perfect. Hot tub was very dirty as was the surrounding pool area. Outdoor furniture way past its better days. Town is within walking distance so that was good. Overall it is a comfortable enough place just needs to figure out what is more important. Simple needs or bigger fancier furniture that isn’t going to get used.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The property is cute but now is under construction schedule the room we got was one of the nicest one but needed more cleaning other then that the place is nice (small property which is ok)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel for the money. Remodeled and clean. Nice pool and hot tub. Room was not ready at check in time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Santa Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, close and reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024