Name: University Inn at San Luis Obispo
Address: 1825 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, US

Property information · Hotelbeds

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from California Polytechnic State University. Free Wi-Fi access is available. A continental breakfast is served to all guests daily. All rooms provide air-conditioning, a cable TV and an private bathroom with a hairdryer at University Inn at San Luis Obispo. A microwave, a small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities are also included. Guests can take advantage of a business center with fax and photocopying services at University Inn at San Luis Obispo. Free parking is available on site. Pismo Beach is 9 miles from the hotel. Laguna Lake Municipal Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive from University Inn at San Luis Obispo.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests consistently praise the convenient location near downtown and universities, clean rooms, comfortable beds, friendly staff, and good value with free parking. However, the breakfast is widely criticized as extremely basic with paid drinks, and maintenance issues like sticking door handles, outdated fixtures, poor soundproofing, and tight parking spaces frequently dampen the experience. Overall, it offers a decent budget stay with noticeable upkeep gaps.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Wi-Fi9.0

Location8.9

Rooms8.3

Value8.2

Service8.2

Cleanliness8.1

Surroundings7.8

Facilities7.7

＋ PraisedGreat location · Clean and tidy rooms · Comfortable beds · Friendly staff

－ ComplaintsPoor breakfast quality · Door lock malfunctions · Deferred maintenance · Noise issues

KEYBest for budget travelers prioritizing location and basic cleanliness. Guests seeking quality breakfast, modern facilities, or ample parking should manage expectations or consider alternatives.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the hotel's location, and what nearby attractions are there?＋

The location scores 8.9/10, placing you within walking distance of downtown and Cal Poly, with Pismo Beach and a golf course just a short drive away.

diningWhat does the breakfast include, and are drinks charged separately?＋

A daily continental breakfast is included, though guests note limited options and extra charges for water and juice.

familyIs this hotel suitable for families with children?＋

Children are welcome, and the fenced heated pool suits short stays, but the basic breakfast lacks kid-friendly drinks and some rooms have slow drainage.

businessIs this hotel convenient for business travelers, and are office facilities available?＋

A business centre offers fax and photocopying, while rooms come with AC, cable TV, and microwaves; please note the front desk has limited hours.

roomHow are the rooms, and are the facilities modern with good soundproofing?＋

Rooms score 8.3/10 with free Wi-Fi rated 9.0, but expect aging fixtures, sticky door handles, and average soundproofing.

serviceWhat is the staff service like, and how is the housekeeping quality?＋

Staff receive high praise for friendliness, and rooms are disinfected between stays with housekeeping available upon request, contributing to an 8.1 cleanliness score.

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Room types · 5

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Double Room - Disability Access - Non Smoking

2 × Double bed33 ㎡up to 4

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a carpeted floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking

2 × Queen bed33 ㎡up to 4

This air-conditioned quadruple room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.

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Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking

2 × Double bed28 ㎡up to 4

Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This quadruple room is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with cable channels, tumble dryer and a carpeted floor. The unit has 2 beds.

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Queen Room - Disability Access Nonsmoking

1 × Queen bed28 ㎡up to 2

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a carpeted floor, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. This double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Queen Room - Non-Smoking

1 × Queen bed28 ㎡up to 2

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, tumble dryer, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. This double room provides a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Facilities · 39

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableElectric bicycle charging stationAir conditioningSwimming poolFax/photocopyingFacilities for disabled guestsParkingHeated poolFence around poolStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedPhysical distancing in dining areasCCTV outside propertyDelivered food - securely coveredKey card accessInternet accessExercise/lap poolElectric bicycle charging stationOffsite parking discounted rates availableBulk dispenser for toiletriesSecured parkingSwimming nearbyTelevision in common areasAccess to nearby outdoor poolFree wired internetFront desk (limited hours)Housekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsWheelchair accessible

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Nearby & map

DiningSights

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Ox + Anchor

Steakhouse

$$$$

Chef Ryan Fancher's modern steakhouse is on the grounds of Hotel San Luis Obispo, in a separate building connected by a walkway. The hotel's contemporary Southwest vibe lives on in the restaurant. Design details, like butterscotch leather banquettes, a stacked brick wall divider, and teal-blue tiles, enhance the X factor. Staff are well-informed, so let them steer you through the menu. Start with such comfort fare as savory goat cheese croquettes with sweet lavender honey before embarking on the main event—charred steaks and sides of creamed spinach topped with onion rings.On the same property

1.4km

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Nate's on Marsh

American, Italian

$$$

This affable spot is just outside of downtown San Luis Obispo. It's no surprise that Nate's on Marsh feels very welcoming—it's set within a converted residence. Inside is just as darling with palm-printed wallpaper and a Western/equestrian theme. Nate Long is the consummate host and the service is exceptionally warm, though it certainly doesn't hurt that the menu is loaded with classics and riffs on favorites that will have you coming back for more. Try the La Scala salad, a blend of shredded iceberg, salami, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and crispy chickpeas, all tossed in a red wine

2.0km

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Ember

Californian

$$$

Ember was at the forefront of open-fire cooking on the Central Coast when it opened, and this Arroyo Grande charmer still hasn’t lost its spark. Its inviting industrial-rustic interior remains a fitting backdrop for the restaurant’s heartfelt and approachable cooking. The contemporary menu leans into comforting flavors and wood-fired touches, from summer squash bruschetta layered with zucchini ribbons, roasted torpedo onions, ricotta-goat cheese, caramelized fennel aioli and mint on grilled walnut bread, to staples like the grilled under-a-brick chicken and the towering 50-layer lasagna. Desse

19.3km

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