California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is located near Sands Inn & Suites, which provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and a gym. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and conference space are available to all guests.
Located in San Luis Obispo, Sands Inn & Suites is in the city centre and near the airport. Fremont Theater and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Performing Arts Center and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Fremont Theater
18 min walk - 1.6 km
San Luis Obispo Superior Court
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
4 min drive - 3.0 km
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
4 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo Station
4 min drive
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
14 min drive
Restaurants
Scout Coffee Co.
16 min walk
Firestone Grill
18 min walk
Lure Fish House
17 min walk
Jack in the Box
2 min drive
Field Day Coffee
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 a free breakfast buffet, 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, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
A banquet hall, a computer station and smoke-free property
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
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Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Sands Inn & Suites?
As of 23 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands Inn & Suites on 23 Nov, 2026 start from S$135, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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, Performing Arts Center and French Hospital Medical Center. San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court are also within 1 mile (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 26 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Sands Inn & Suites Reviews
7.8
Good
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Easy parking! Very convenient location and very walkable area. Great extended weekend stay we had a superior suite and there was plenty of room and a nice bathroom. Only note on my end is everything could have been wiped down before we entered lots of finger prints and stains throughout room.
I really liked how new the furnishings were and how clean and fresh the room was, it exceeded my expectations for being an outdoor access to your room type of hotel. The staff were quite pleasant at check-in and check-out, too.
I like this hotel. This is the second time I’ve stayed here. I love the showers here. The rooms are nice and the staff are friendly. The breakfast was good.
The kitchen was brand new and very clean, but unfortunately, there were no cooking utensils or equipment available at first.
Our group checked in late after spending the day on our Highway 1 road trip. We hadn’t had dinner yet and had planned to cook a meal using fresh ingredients we bought, which was why we specifically chose accommodation with a kitchen.
However, after we informed the staff, they were incredibly helpful and went out of their way to provide us with all the kitchen equipment we needed. We were so happy and truly appreciated their excellent service!
The beds were also spacious and very comfortable, and we all slept really well. Breakfast was great, too! I especially loved the scrambled eggs and the make-your-own waffles.
Overall, we had a wonderful stay, and the outstanding service made the experience even better!
The room we had alot of space to put our luggage up, so we were not tripping over it. The rain shower was nice and hot water was plentiful. The bed was comfortable which was a plus for a good nights sleep. The amenities was adequate with a mini refrigerator, microwave oven and blow dryer. The only negative about room The floor seemed dirty and all the furniture could have used a good wiping off. The tub should have had a plastic mat in the bottom, for it was very slippery once you started soaping off. The breakfast was stocked adequateiy with eggs, sausages, waffles and a variety of others things, Also, the coffee was hot which is always a great way to start your day.
The A/C units are super loud and go off all night (about every 10 minutes) because it was a hot night. Apparently some of the king suites have minisplits which are much quieter. We will book those next time. The location is good and the staff were very nice and helpful. Rooms are quite dated, nothing like the photos.
The people were friendly. The room was clean. The food was made. The only negative would be the TV was not working. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
Rooms are spacious and clean, some minor maintenance such as venting fan in the bathroom or TV remote, etc, are not done well. The included breakfast is not great but can’t beat the price
Clean room, helpful staff even though we didn't have that much interaction other than check in. Breakfast was included which was nice. Close enough to walk about a mile to downtown. Was there in a Thursday which is farmers market might downtown and you can catch the free trolley to take you there steps from the front of the hotel.