Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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Our pick of the best Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Deals

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$670 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
NZ$670
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (561 reviews)
Friendly staff lovely room and nice amenities

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
1212 Garden St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$282 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$282
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (727 reviews)
Amazing place!!!

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1125 Garden St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$503 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$503
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (470 reviews)
This is a very attractive property. Te room was super cool. The rooftop pool area is very comfortable with good views. Extremely friendly staff. There is no better location in SLO. No, I am not related to the owner or staff.

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$278 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
NZ$278
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,304 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

3 out of 5
1845 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo CA
The price is NZ$221 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
NZ$221
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,818 reviews)
the room is clean and neat, only we not happy with the bathroom, the shower is high and the water pressure was so low , so we not really satisfied with your room .

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
The price is NZ$293 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$293
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,612 reviews)
We loved the pool and the fire pits. And the beach access right there at the hotel. Very kid friendly.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Luis Obispo

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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.

Old Town Historic District
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MoJo

While MoJo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and Ah Louis Store.

MoJo
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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.

Railroad District
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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.

Lower Higuera
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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.

Foothill
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Japantown

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

Japantown


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