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. Granada Hotel & Bistro

Downtown San Luis Obispo

David

RM1,156 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

2. Hotel San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

RM1,734 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

3. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Luis Obispo

Veronica

RM1,361 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A brick-paved entrance with a green door, white columns, and a covered porch.

4. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Downtown San Luis Obispo

DAVID

RM650 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

david

RM609 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

6. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

1.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

JESSICA

RM629 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

1.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Kiana

RM491 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

8. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Lower Higuera, 0.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hannah

RM366 total

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

RM830 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

2.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Robin

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

11. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

1.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Sean

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

12. Petit Soleil

MoJo, 1 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Tiffany

RM882 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel with multiple buildings, green roofs, and outdoor seating areas.

13. Apple Farm

1.7 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Roberto

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

14. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

RM588 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

15. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

4.3 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Diem

RM491 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with large arched windows, a black and white tiled floor, and a mix of modern and classic furniture including a white armchair, a green patterned armchair, and a gold-rimmed round table.

16. Sands Inn & Suites

1.6 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Michelle

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

4.5 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Randi

RM581 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a recessed ceiling light.

18. Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

Foothill, 0.9 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Kalani

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern kitchen with a wooden clock, grey cabinets, and a small island. There are two armchairs with cushions, a small table with a plant, and a window with a view of the street.

19. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.2 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Kennedy

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire feature, seating, and a bar area.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

2.8 km from Downtown San Luis Obispo

Kara

RM724 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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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 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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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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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

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I have been here with my family a few times and we always enjoy our time here. We love staying in the different rooms and the pool has a beautiful view."

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

8/10 Good

"The staff were friendly and accommodating. A free drink was a nice touch after a long drive. The bartender had a good sense of humor. The lounge was quite impressive but the room where we stayed wasn't cleaned well. The restroom floor was visibly dirty with hairs and stain marks. There was a hair on a pillow. We don't expect a squeaky clean room but the guest rooms can be cleaned better. Otherwise, the room was spacious and the breakfast food was one of the best I had so far. The location was convenient to stop by Pismo Beach and the outlets."

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Our top choices for Downtown San Luis Obispo hotels

1. Granada Hotel & Bistro

2. Hotel San Luis Obispo

3. HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

4. Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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

6. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

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

8. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

9. Madonna Inn

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

11. La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection

12. Petit Soleil

13. Apple Farm

14. Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel

15. Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo

16. Sands Inn & Suites

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

18. Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

19. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Old Town Historic District

Foothill

Lower Higuera

Lower Broad

Laguna

Top Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Madonna Inn

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