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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Hotel".

1. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (876 reviews)
"The hotel is centrally located. It has a wonderful restaurant and bar. The hotel is clean and has beautiful views."
United States
John and Dana
The price is NZ$438
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Granada Hotel & Bistro
A brick-paved entrance with a green door, white columns, and a covered porch.

2. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (892 reviews)
"very clean a close to downtown great place"
United States
nikolaus
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

3. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo
4.5 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (705 reviews)
"Amazing experience at this property!"
United States
Joel
The price is NZ$600
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel San Luis Obispo
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a large potted plant.

4. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and staff was amazing (front desk, housekeeping and restaurant staff were all on point!)"
United States
Renu
The price is NZ$568
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a white building with teal accents.

5. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,674 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and rooms are kept nice and clean"
United States
Fernando
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
A modern lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a sofa, and a floor lamp.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,197 reviews)
"Nice location, very well maintained, liked the breakfast"
United States
Teologis
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
A fitness room with a treadmill, elliptical, and stationary bike.

7. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Cute. Came for a concert at the Fremont. Close to all the things- about a 15 minute walk to the Fremont."
United States
Sonia
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A building with a stone facade, a glass entrance, and a sign indicating a vacancy.

8. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
Lower Higuera, 0.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,391 reviews)
"Great place and close to downtown"
United States
Dennis
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
An outdoor patio with striped umbrellas, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

9. Petit Soleil

Petit Soleil
3.5 star property
MoJo, 1 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (412 reviews)
"Fantastic breakfast."
United States
Kevin
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Petit Soleil
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
3.5 star property
2.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,426 reviews)
"A really nice place to stay for a weekend"
United States
Oksana
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
A hotel with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

11. Apple Farm

Apple Farm
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,678 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, cute rooms and the restaurant had great food."
United States
Eli
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Apple Farm
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a gazebo, and a waterfall.

12. Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,640 reviews)
"Great hotel, fun and great restaurants and food"
United States
Marie
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Madonna Inn
A modern living room with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window.

13. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Cole
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

14. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly & helpful staffing"
United States
Patti
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a bench.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Claudia
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a stone fire pit.

16. TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"clean room no question about it.. staff are welcoming.. breakfast may 2 stars"
United States
Marion Joefe
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo
An outdoor patio area with seating, a bar, and a fire feature.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
Addisu
The price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
A fire pit surrounded by outdoor seating, a pool, and a building with balconies.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Lots of parking. Clean room."
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
A spacious lobby with large arched windows, a black and white tiled floor, and a mix of modern and classic furniture including a white armchair, a green patterned armchair, and a gold-rimmed round table.

19. Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
1.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
7.8 out of 10, Good, (772 reviews)
"Very clean room and clean area the staff was very friendly free parking at place"
United States
DAVID
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Sands Inn & Suites
A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a recessed ceiling light.

20. Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
2.5 star property
Foothill, 0.9 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo
6.4 out of 10, (413 reviews)
"Budget hotel"
United States
Kalani
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Hotel".
Granada Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
876 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
Hotel San Luis Obispo
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
705 reviews
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A brick-paved entrance with a green door, white columns, and a covered porch.
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
892 reviews
View
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a large potted plant.
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
507 reviews
View
A modern house with a stone facade, numbered 2790, featuring a stone entrance, a black door, and a landscaped front yard with wooden planters and various plants.
Rhapsody in View Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
124 reviews
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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. Learn more about Downtown San Luis Obispo
Learn more about Downtown San Luis Obispo

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.

A valley with a town surrounded by mountains.

Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

A rugged mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a winding path.

Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.

Lower Broad

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

A sunset over a body of water with a large rock formation in the center and several boats.

Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Laguna Lake.

Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

An outdoor patio with striped umbrellas, wicker furniture, and potted plants.
Petit Soleil

Petit Soleil

Petit Soleil
MoJo

10/10 Excellent

Great place with french inspired themes. They have a great Mexican restaurant onsite as well. Worth the stop and worth the stay.
Australia
Seth
Reviewed June 30, 2026
Petit Soleil

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 our traveller data, Hotel San Luis Obispo is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

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

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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.