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Set in San Luis Obispo, within 45 km of Paso Robles Event Center and 1.8 km of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, San Luis Creek Lodge offers accommodation with free bikes and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

Really loved the room which is nice and cozy, with little details like soft jazz music playing as you enter and soft lighting, as well as nice amenities and a very soft bed. Everything looks new and well maintained and well kept and clean. And the reception was very friendly and helpful too.

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9.1
Wonderful
617 reviews
Price from
$169
per night

Located in San Luis Obispo, this luxury hotel features an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, a bakery and 2 bars. Each themed guest room is uniquely-decorated. Free Wi-Fi is offered in all rooms.

Featuring a pillow-top mattress, each guest room at Madonna Inn offers premium bedding, custom furnishings and a flat-screen satellite TV with pay options. Plush bathrobes, free spa toiletries and a free bottle of water are also provided in the en suite bathroom.

I loved this hotel and would stay time and time again. The themed rooms are amazing and so clean. I was worried however the room was amazing, Staff friendly, facilities great. All in all I'd stay here time and time again. Definitely visit the steak house and sample the pink champagne cake too!

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8.7
Excellent
1,085 reviews
Price from
$249
per night

Located a short walk from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, this California hotel offers on-site dining, and an outdoor pool. All charming guest rooms include free Wi-Fi.

Featuring cable TV and an iPod docking station, each en suite room at the Apple Farm Inn is equipped with coffee making facilities. All rooms are comfortably furnished with a desk and seating area.

The main house is beautiful and the pool and hot tub are fantastic amenities. The robes they lend to guests to keep cosy after using either are also a great addition. I love the wooden gift apples, that will be a treasured memento of the stay. The warm cookies you get when arriving are also so good, perfect with the hot cider available at reception. Having a gas fire in the room was also super, being able to watch real flames is always a comfort. The restaurant for breakfast was excellent, we didnt eat in the evning so cannot comment on dinner. The standout for me though, was the exceptional service from everyone I encountered. I have already recommended staying here to a couple I met in San Francisco.

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8.5
Very Good
1,817 reviews
Price from
$139
per night

Less than 5 minutes' walk from Historic Downtown San Luis Obispo, this motel features free parking and guest rooms with free WiFi.

A cable TV with HBO film channels is provided in each room at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo. Guest rooms include a microwave and a small refrigerator. A work desk and ironing facilities are also available.

Excellent position: just out of the 101, and just a few minutes walking distance from SLO main street. The room was clean and comfortable, and it had everything: coffee, a fridge, a microwave, an iron, a hairdryer, and tv. At the check-in, I was given a SLO map with interesting points and restaurants. Comfy bed.

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8.2
Very Good
1,129 reviews
Price from
$89
per night

Featuring a bistro and a rooftop terrace with a fireplace, this hotel is 3 minutes’ walk to San Luis Obispo shops, cafes and art galleries. Modern industrial design elements are featured throughout.

Select suites feature a private balcony at Granada Hotel & Bistro. Featuring plush bathrobes, each room is styled in antique Persian rugs, hardwood floors, brick walls, original artwork and a flat-screen TV. Bigelow and Kiki De Monteparsse spa products are featured in each en suite bathroom.

Beautifully furnished and a lovely olde school feel! One of the best stays of our trip!!!

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8.6
Excellent
135 reviews
Price from
$209
per night

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this boutique hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Rooms are uniquely decorated with French country-inspired décor.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is less than 5 minutes’ walk from the boutique hotel. Morro Bay is 20 minutes’ drive away. California Polytechnic State University is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the property.

Clean and unique room. great location and charming common areas.

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8.7
Excellent
454 reviews
Price from
$155
per night

This charming hotel off Highway 101 offers spacious rooms with free WiFi and a cable TV. It features an on-site fitness center and serves a daily continental breakfast. Tolosa Winery is 8 km away.

All classically furnished rooms at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo include a seating area and a work desk. A microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine are provided in almost all rooms.

very large comfortable rooms. very friendly staff. fitness room and (soon to be reopened) pool.

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7.6
Good
601 reviews
Price from
$95
per night

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Boutique Hotels That Guests Love in San Luis Obispo

  • Avg. price/night: $325.86
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 reviews
    Absolute stunning little boutique hotel in the heart of beautiful San Luis Obispo. Most lovely staff, beautiful room and delicious breakfast. Highly recommend!
    Nina Judith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $384.70
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 616 reviews
    The design of the hotel is very cool and modern. We had a fireplace in the room and it was very cozy.
    Nora
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $316.67
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,084 reviews
    The pool & Jacuzzis. The amazing creativity of the founders & designers - the Madonna family - and the decor all over is ornate and one of a kind! Nice to be able to drive right up to room.
    Mendelsohn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $322.34
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 454 reviews
    Extremely classy little hotel with genuinely lovely staff and the most amazing bath tub. Oh and an AMAZING healthy breakfast the next morning
    Caroline
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $384.70
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 616 reviews
    Excellent comfort and beautiful interior design Everything We needed
    Christina
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $85.41
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 713 reviews
    Friendly atmosphere, the interior design was cosy and the outdoor area/terasse was great.
    Jonathan
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $316.67
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,084 reviews
    Beautiful location and the interior design indescribable. The room was beautiful and the steakhouse the best we have tried for a long time. Would recommend to anyone wanting to try something different.
    Johanna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $316.67
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,084 reviews
    Madonna Inn is unique. There is nowhere else like it. I have been there before and will definitely be back. The rooms are all different designs and the restaurants in an amazing feat of interior design. The food is top class.
    Dr Michael
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $384.70
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 616 reviews
    Beautiful room and bathroom, with very trendy design. The bed was extremely comfortable. Lovely Aesop products in the bathroom which was a nice touch, as well as a box of local produce such as wine/treats/gifts which were available for purchase if desired. Breakfast of pastries and coffee was left on the door in the morning in a complimentary tote bag which was a lovely touch. Very good value overall. We would definitely recommend if visiting SLO.
    Catriona
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $322.34
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 454 reviews
    almost everything. tasteful design, great breakfast, lovely atmosphere.
    Jooosuu
    Young couple

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