Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel sits in Downtown San Luis Obispo, offering a cooked-to-order breakfast and peaceful garden. Guests can relax by the lobby fireplace or browse the hotel's library for a quiet moment between adventures.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Tomorrow

Nov 7 - Nov 8

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

30 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow-top bed

Premium bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow-top bed

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

30 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

30 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow-top bed

Premium bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow-top bed

Premium bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillow-top bed

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

1212 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bubblegum Alley - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Fremont Theater - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

San Luis Obispo Station - 12 min walk
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lokum Turkish Coffee & Pastries - ‬5 min walk
‪Eureka - ‬2 min walk
‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬3 min walk
‪Frog & Peach Pub - ‬5 min walk
‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Upscale bed & breakfast near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a fireplace in reception.

You'll also find perks such as:

Free newspapers, smoke-free property and luggage storage
Tour/ticket information, coffee/tea in reception and concierge services
Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location

Room features

All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and fans
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
Wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Library

Conveniences

Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

30-inch flat-screen TV

More

Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Garden Street Inn San Luis Obispo

Garden Street San Luis Obispo

Garden Street Inn

Inn, A Kirkwood Collection

Garden Street Inn A Kirkwood Collection Property

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Bed & breakfast

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$382.82, 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.

What time is check-in at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Located in Downtown San Luis Obispo, this bed & breakfast is steps from Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Bubblegum Alley and Emerson Park are also within 5 minutes. San Luis Obispo Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

James

26 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly, awesome ambiance & location, just note that upstairs rooms have no elevator.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tru

20 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was the cutest inn ever! My husband and I stayed here and loved the atmosphere and the staff was great. It had the cutest vibe! Very close to downtown and all the shops and restaurants. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

18 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great stay in a historic home. Bathroom could use an update in the our town room but honestly it was fine.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

15 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property is beautiful and staff delightful.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

11 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint and decorated to match the era of the property. Very friendly staff. Check-in was easy and our room is clean and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

4 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very attractive and convenient hotel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

My sister and I stayed here two nights and it was great. Both check in and check out were very quick and convenient. Plus the staff was very friendly and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

May Aloha

3 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Really neat property. Great location

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

16 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

10 Aug 2024

Very clean, quite, friendly, wonderful breakfast.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

9 Jan 2023

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Wonderful stay in SLO and wonderful breakfast after a good night sleep.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

4 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We really loved this place for our one night stay. Cute, great location and the breakfast in the morning was amazing!!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

FRANK

9 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property with a friendly staff.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily

2 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Amazing

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Perfect location, great breakfast, complimentary wine in the afternoon, clean and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa

16 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Upsides: this is a very charming small hotel. Similar to a bed and by, in a great location. Large comfortable rooms. The downsides: a little noisy, we could hear other guests through the walls. We had a hard timer getting hot water. Especially in The shower.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

27 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

For the expensive price you pay for this hotel, I would probably pick somewhere else next time. The hotel is super "cute" but the bathrooms are very old (—old bathtub). The walls are thin so you can hear neighbor's mumbling, alarm clocks ringing, outside noise, etc. There's no parking, only residential parking a few blocks away. (It's a safe area, but still.) There's no 24/7 front desk service, so during lunch break and past 8pm, guests are on their own (to lock up the actual place. We were the last guest to check in so the attendant left for the day). The arrival wine and cookies were a lovely touch, and the morning assortment was a delight (—pastries, beverages (coffee/orange juice), fruit (kiwi, grapefruit), and made to order poached eggs). The location was definitely the reason why we booked the place, as it was near the hip and happening night life of SLO (while the opposite end of the town, the hotels are much less but dead quiet). Liked it, but I don't think I'd book it again, due to the high price.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

31 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Age of the property, it’s excellent condition, the antique furniture, and the friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn

29 May 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Hot water lacking. Otherwise a delight

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Arkady

17 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Service. Initial room conditions were not fully prepared for customer use. Issues with plumbing, TV and AC. However staff actions help to move us to another room.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick Getaway

Great little spot down town and easy to walk around. Breakfasts were delicious. Very nice stay

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

16 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place to stay in downtown SLO

Great atmosphere, close to everything, and a top notch staff. Parking is at a nearby city structure, and overnight parking cost me $16. Also, some of the room descriptions on hotels.com are inaccurate.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

25 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place is gold! The hotel is absolutely beautiful. Staff are really wonderful and friendly. Breakfast was fresh and delicious. The locations is right downtown with tons of things to do including seeing the Mission. We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in May 2024