What's it like in Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San Luis Obispo's Downtown San Luis Obispo neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Luis Obispo travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel San Luis Obispo is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Book one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Luis Obispo and start exploring everything San Luis Obispo has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Luis Obispo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown San Luis Obispo.

What is there to do in this San Luis Obispo neighbourhood?

Sights like Fremont Theater, History Center of San Luis Obispo County and San Luis Obispo Museum of Art can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown San Luis Obispo. You could also plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market or Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Luis Obispo include Mission Plaza, Ah Louis Store and San Luis Obispo Little Theatre. While you're out sightseeing in San Luis Obispo, make sure that you visit other sights such as San Luis Obispo Children's Museum or San Luis Obispo County Library.

Top 10 Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotels of 2026

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1. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Downtown San Luis Obispo

DAVID

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Hotel".

2. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Downtown San Luis Obispo

David

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

3. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Zeena

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a large potted plant.

4. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Veronica

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a white building with teal accents.

5. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

1.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

JESSICA

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor lounge area with a fireplace, seating, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Lower Higuera, 0.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with green sofas, a fireplace, and a large bookshelf filled with books.

8. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Kiana

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small chapel, and a waterfall.

9. Madonna Inn

1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Raymond

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window.

10. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

1.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

mike

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a blue sofa, patterned armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of red flowers.

11. Apple Farm

1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Sandra Lee

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

12. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

2.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Alondra

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with striped umbrellas, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

13. Petit Soleil

MoJo, 1 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Katelin

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a bench.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

4.3 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Mike

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A fire pit surrounded by outdoor seating, a pool, and a building with balconies.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

4.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Randi

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a tiled floor.

16. Peach Tree Inn

1.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

margaret

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

17. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

BEATRIZ

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a Christmas tree.

18. University Inn

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Summer

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story motel with a sign reading "Mission Inn" and a parking lot with directional arrows.

19. Mission Inn San Luis Obispo

1.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

keith

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

20. Sunbeam Motel

1.3 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Isabella

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find the best Downtown San Luis Obispo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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A valley with a town surrounded by mountains.

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.

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A rugged mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a winding path.

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.

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Lower Broad

Lower Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A town nestled between hills and a river.

Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Laguna Lake.

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Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

8/10 Good

"It was a good stay! the water honestly smelt of sewage when i would go to wash my face or brush my teeth. and after awhile in a warm shower the water starts to sputter other than that the staff was nice, check in and out was easy, if you want a cheap and easy stay i would recommend"

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I highly recommend this fun and quirky Inn! The staff was great, the room was the most cozy we’ve ever stayed in, and the dining was such a fun experience! I even got my son out on the dance floor with me. My family and I can’t wait to go back!! And do yourselves a favor…..order the pink champagne cake!!!!"

Pacific Point Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed this resort, and wish we could have spent weeks there!! The beautiful location and the gorgeous room were perfect. The interior decor was just beautiful and thoughfully designed, and it had absolutely everything you could need, and so much space!! Th walkable path along the coast, the access to the beach, the firepits, pools, hot tubs, and coffee shop were just the icing on the cake. It was also so nice to be so close to so many beautiful places to visit. As a side note, I was happy the hotel was not further up the coast because thousands of pelicans hang out there, and it is STINKY!! I would definitley stay here again, and wish our time there had been longer!!"

Cottage Inn By The Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Such a nice place for a quick get away! I could hear and see the ocean from the room. Every staff member was not only courteous and helpful but NICE. Niceness is priceless! Food could be ordered for room service, maybe quality could be improved but location can't be beat....Thank you Cottage Inn by the Sea for such a wonderful stay!!"

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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

1. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

2. Granada Hotel & Bistro

3. Hotel San Luis Obispo

4. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

5. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

7. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

8. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Madonna Inn

10. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

11. Apple Farm

12. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

13. Petit Soleil

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

16. Peach Tree Inn

17. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

18. University Inn

19. Mission Inn San Luis Obispo

20. Sunbeam Motel

Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Old Town Historic District

Lower Higuera

Foothill

Lower Broad

Laguna

Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

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