Downtown San Luis Obispo is home to Hotel San Luis Obispo, where luxury meets tranquility. Unwind with a Swedish massage at Sol Spa, enjoy Italian cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants, or relax by the outdoor pool. With free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in the lobby nearby shops and amenities provide endless convenience.
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bubblegum Alley - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 12 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 40 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 14 min walk
Grover Beach Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Firestone Grill - 4 min walk
Woodstock's Pizza SLO - 3 min walk
Habit Burger & Grill - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Hotel San Luis Obispo puts you within a 10-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs, and Ox and Anchor, one of 2 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
78 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Covered onsite valet parking (USD 26 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Shopping
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
5 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (2585 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Grab bar near toilet
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Spa
Sol Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.
The spa is open daily. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
Ox and Anchor - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Piadina - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
S. Low Bar - This bar overlooks the garden. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 400.00
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3.00 to 40.00 for adults, and USD 2.00 to 20.00 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 90.00 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 26 per night with in/out privileges
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Hotel San Luis Obispo Hotel
Hotel San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo
Hotel San Luis Obispo Hotel San Luis Obispo
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Hotel San Luis Obispo?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel San Luis Obispo?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 90.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel San Luis Obispo?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 26 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel San Luis Obispo?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel San Luis Obispo?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel San Luis Obispo and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and snorkeling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel San Luis Obispo also has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel San Luis Obispo?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, Italian cuisine, and garden views.
Does Hotel San Luis Obispo have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Hotel San Luis Obispo like?
Hotel San Luis Obispo is a short 2-minute walk from Fremont Theater and 3 minutes' walk from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Hotel San Luis Obispo Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2025
Will be back!
Amazing hotel amenities, cleanliness, restaurant, staff, location!
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
Great hotel!
Clean, comfortable and great service.
Jenifer
Jenifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Beautiful and clean hotel. Very friendly staff and family friendly. Located two blocks from downtown.
Stacey
Stacey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Great stay
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Beautiful hotel. Great Bars and Restaurants. Hotel staff is amazing
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Great location and lots of little extra touches like coffee in room, snacks, water and chocolates
Liz
Liz, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Thumbs up
it felt like a new hotel. easy walk to slo downtown. good restaurant
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Great property
Moussa
Moussa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2025
Great hotel fir visiting SLO
Very nice property. Bigger than it looked from the outside. The entire property felt very open and bright - even the hallways! The room was comfortable. Location was convenient. Just across the street ftom the Mission. We parked across the street in the public lot. We are too impatient to wait for the valet!
Appreciated the glass bottles of water in the room along with the fridge.
Had dinner at the steakhouse which was good. Did not eat breakfast at the hotel so cant comment.
anna
anna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Love Hotel SLO!
This was our 3rd stay at Hotel SLO and our experience was fabulous every time. The rooms are amazing and clean, and the staff are so friendly and helpful. The location couldn’t be better. We walked everywhere! Shopping, restaurants and hiking were steps away. The rooftop bar and pizza were a favorite. We will be back!
lynn
lynn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
Great atmosphere, very inviting. The gym is great, rooms are amazing with stunning views. Enjoyed the huge shower and bath. Can’t wait to return.
Henry
Henry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Recently stayed here and didn’t have the best experience but this last trip was amazing. Staff at front desk, Guinerveve was so sweet and remembered me from last time. The staff at the restaurant went above and beyond. Had an amazing stay.
thong
thong, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Great stay, awesome room
Great stay. Great check in experience the girl that helped us was extremely friendly and helpful. The room was great too, we stayed in the double queen and it was extremely roomy. The rooms are updated and have comfy beds. View of Madonna from balcony was cool.
Alexa
Alexa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
This hotel was clean and staff was so accommodating. The location could not have been better as we were able to walk to restaurants, attractions and shop.
Michele
Michele, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Outstanding property and location to enjoy SLO
KJ
KJ, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2024
Best designed hotel room.
Frederick
Frederick, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2024
Great new hotel, room was excellent and very spacious
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Nov 18, 2024
Other than the beautiful scenic views from the rooms and restaurant, this hotel is old and the staff are not motivated.
fumiko
fumiko, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2024
Loved the location and big rooms
joy
joy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Our favorite hotel in SLO
The room was spacious, and comfortable. The staff are SO friendly and helpful. We really loved the rooftop bar and the pizza and wine on Monday night were delicious!
Also, we love the location. We walked everywhere. Made too many trips to Boo Boo Records! A big favorite! Can’t wait to come back.
lynn
lynn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Great propert; great location; terrible shower and bathroom design.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 23, 2024
This is a GREAT hotel with great staff. It is a bit noisy. Our room faced a parking garage and we heard party-goers at 2am when the bars closed and then also all the garbage trucks at 5-6am. Otherwise, great hotel and great location.
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2024
The staff was accommodating and friendly. The hotel was located in a central part of downtown, close to shopping and great restaurants. The pool was lovely and warm.
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2024
Great location close to mission and restaurant
Nice room and quiet
moonjoo
moonjoo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
The staff was absolutely amazing. Thank you for everything.