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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Lobby
Private kitchen
Free daily continental breakfast
1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Lobby
Sands Inn & Suites, close to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, offers a relaxing retreat with free continental breakfast and an outdoor pool. Unwind in the spa tub or visit the 24-hour business center; guests also appreciate the helpful staff. Enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby and stay connected with free WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - queen
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - queen
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fremont Theater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Field Day Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Bobastop - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Consider a stay at Sands Inn & Suites and take advantage of free continental breakfast, laundry facilities and a gym. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and conference space are available to all guests.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
  • A computer station, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00, per accommodation, per night (maximum of USD 75.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD75.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sands Inn
Sands Inn San Luis Obispo
Sands San Luis Obispo
Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn And Suites
Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Sands Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn & Suites Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Sands Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sands Inn & Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sands Inn & Suites?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00.

Where is Sands Inn & Suites located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Fremont Theater and Performing Arts Center. French Hospital Medical Center and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 1 mile (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 348 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated property, comfy bed, clean and quiet. The free breakfast is great with plenty of options. The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was walking distance to restaurants and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place to stay. Safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy hotel tucked into a nice area of slo. Staff are so friendly here and when we needed to cancel a night due to our car breaking down staff were very accommodating and kind about the situation. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Humaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Moldy smell, old and loud AC. And very, very uncomfortable bed. Location is great, plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk guys are awesome😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice affordable option. Breakfast area offered a large solarium area with tables which was really nice. Room was very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid spot for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was fine for the weekend. Would stay at the place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not use the pool or hot tub but they looked nice. This hotel is older building with odd furniture .. but all clean and in good repair. Bed was comfortable and nice rain shower head. The breakfast was to be expected for the venue and the price. Eggs Sausage waffles yogurt toast and packaged danish options. very close to Cal Poly and a few walkable dining choices and convenience store.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pool area was big. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, comfy beds, easy parking, charming!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
State of property needs to be finished-crack in tile in shower, unfinished materials. You can hear everything outside. Staff was kind and location was convenient. Needs some
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Wonderful continental breakfast. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Continental food options need an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the renovated room. It’s spacious and clean. A mile away from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Asma

Was fair
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

celia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was nice and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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