Hotels in San Luis Obispo
The stock is mixed, with 3-star the largest single band at 22 of 59, and 19 of them are within a mile of the centre. Below are the closest properties to the middle of San Luis Obispo, nearest first, plus what is near each venue in the city — because if you are here for one event, distance from that building matters more than distance from downtown.
What the hotels in San Luis Obispo are like
Before the list, the shape of it. These figures cover every property the search found within about five miles of the middle of San Luis Obispo — not just the 36 shown below, which are simply the closest.
| Measure | San Luis Obispo | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|
| Properties found | 59 | Everything listed within about five miles of the centre. The 36 nearest are shown below. |
| Star mix | 1 × 5★, 13 × 4★, 22 × 3★, 17 × 2★, 1 × 1★ | 3-star is the largest band here. |
| Average guest score | 8.3/10 | Across the 54 rated properties. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating. |
| Within a mile of the centre | 19 of 59 | The rest are a drive or a transit ride. |
| Closest property | Under 0.3 mi | From the city’s centre point, in a straight line. |
Hotels in San Luis Obispo, closest to the centre first
Pick your dates to price these for the nights you actually want. Nothing is quoted until you do, because a nightly rate for the wrong dates is worse than no rate at all.
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San Luis Obispo Hostel
1617 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo
Cozy Accommodations with Shared Facilities Experience a comfortable stay at HI - San Luis Obispo Hostel, just a short drive from Shell Beach and Pismo State Beach. Each room offer…
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Garden Street Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
1212 Garden St, San Luis Obispo
Charming Boutique Hotel in San Luis Obispo Unique Room Decor Indulge in French country-inspired décor in our uniquely decorated rooms, each offering an en suite bathroom with comp…
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Granada Hotel & Bistro
1126 Morro St., San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Accommodations Indulge in the modern industrial design of Granada Hotel & Bistro, offering suites with private balconies, plush bathrobes, and exquisite antique Persian …
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Urban SLO Living- 1 mile from downtown
2475 Victoria Avenue 205, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Modern Amenities Nearby Attractions Book now and experience the best of San Luis Obispo!
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HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection
1125 Garden St, San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Amenities Hotel Cerro offers a blend of comfort and style with features like free bikes, an outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness centre. Relax in the garden or on the te…
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SLO Brew Lofts
738 Higuera, San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Accommodations Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with high-end appliances and cozy living spaces. Your comfort …
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Hotel San Luis Obispo
877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Accommodation Hotel San Luis Obispo, nestled in the heart of San Luis Obispo, offers a blend of comfort and style. The air-conditioned rooms are elegantly furnished with…
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Petit Soleil - Bed, Breakfast and Bar
1473 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
Charming Accommodations Petit Soleil - Bed, Breakfast and Bar offers recently renovated air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. Some rooms feature a cozy firepla…
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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access and refreshments from the vending machine. Grocery/Convenience Store: Satisfy your cravings at the on-site store…
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Los Padres Inn
1575 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Located just a 5-minute walk from downtown San Luis and close to California Polytechnics State University, Los Padres Inn offers a prime location for both busi…
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Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
1631 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions The Quality Suites Central Coast hotel is ideally situated off Highway 101, steps away from California Polytechnic State University and …
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Lamplighter Inn & Suites
1604 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location near Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Experience comfort and convenience at Lamplighter Inn & Suites, located less than 1 km from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Relaxing Am…
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Sunbeam Motel
1656 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Located in San Luis Obispo, Sunbeam Motel is just a short distance from popular attractions like Paso Robles Event Center and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa…
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Villa Motel
1670 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Located just a 15 minutes’ walk from California Polytechnic State University, Motel Villa in San Luis Obispo offers comfortable accommodations with free Wi-Fi …
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DOWNTOWN SLO INN - SAN LUIS OBISPO
950 Olive Street, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location in San Luis Obispo Located just 1.2 km from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, DOWNTOWN SLO INN offers a comfortable stay with free WiFi and parking. Modern Am…
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Budget Inn
1001 Olive St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Situated just off Highway 101 in San Luis Obispo, the Budget Inn offers a prime location for easy access to leisure activities and local vineyards. Comfortable…
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University Inn at San Luis Obispo
1825 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location and Amenities Located just 10 minutes away from California Polytechnic State University, University Inn at San Luis Obispo offers a seasonal outdoor pool and f…
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La Quinta by Wyndham San Luis Obispo
1845 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Amenities - La Quinta by Wyndham San Luis Obispo boasts an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, hot tub, and a business centre for your convenience and relaxation. Del…
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San Luis Inn and Suites
404 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location San Luis Inn and Suites, just 1.6 km from California Polytechnic State University, offers easy access to the area's attractions. Comfortable Accommodation Enjo…
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Olive Tree Inn & Suites, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
1000 Olive St, San Luis Obispo
Mountain Views from Quiet Guestrooms Experience tranquility and breathtaking scenery from the comfort of your room at Olive Tree Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo. Convenient Location …
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The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
1800 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Located just off US-101, The Kinney San Luis Obispo offers easy access for travelers. Situated less than a mile from California Polytechnic State University, a…
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Inn at San Luis Obispo
1895 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub: Enjoy a relaxing stay at our San Luis Obispo hotel with our refreshing outdoor pool and hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Convenie…
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Mission Inn San Luis Obispo
1951 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location for Exploring San Luis Obispo Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, Mission Inn offers a prime location for exploring the historical town and its many attra…
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Sands Inn & Suites
1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
Outdoor Pool and Free Wi-Fi Enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool at Sands Inn & Suites, conveniently located off Highway 101. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi in all…
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Peach Tree Inn
2001 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
Scenic Views and Convenient Amenities Enjoy stunning views from the terrace and garden, and stay connected with complimentary wireless internet. The motel offers a picnic area, re…
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Apple Farm Inn
2015 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Charming Hotel near Cal Poly with On-Site Dining and Outdoor Pool Cozy Guest Rooms with Modern Amenities Indulge in the comfort of charming guest rooms at Apple Farm Inn, each equ…
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La Cuesta Inn, BW Signature Collection
2074 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo
Convenient Location Less than a mile from San Luis Obispo town center, La Cuesta Inn offers a prime location for exploring the area. Relaxing Amenities Enjoy the outdoor pool, hot…
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Madonna Inn
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Accommodations and Unique Decor Indulge in a stay at the Madonna Inn where each themed guest room is uniquely decorated, featuring premium bedding, custom furnishings, a…
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Peaceful Tiny Home Loft and Sauna
2994 South Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo
Cozy Tiny Home in San Luis Obispo Nestled in San Luis Obispo, our peaceful Tiny Home with Two Queens and Loft offers a serene escape just a stone's throw away from California Poly…
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Sunshine Tiny Studio and Loft Close to Downtown
2994 South Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo
Charming Tiny Home in San Luis Obispo Convenient Location: Located near downtown SLO, just a short distance from popular attractions like Paso Robles Event Center and Mission San …
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Oasis Home with Loft and Private Sauna
2994 South Higuera Street Space 11, San Luis Obispo
Luxurious Accommodation in San Luis Obispo Convenient Location: Situated just 6.4 km from California Polytechnic State University, our property offers easy access to local attract…
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Modern 2-Bedroom Eucalyptus House
2994 South Higuera Street Space 13, San Luis Obispo
Charming 2-Bedroom Eucalyptus House in San Luis Obispo Modern Amenities: Enjoy a comfortable stay with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwa…
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2-Bedroom SLO Bungalow House
2994 South Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo
Charming 2-Bedroom SLO Bungalow House Welcome to the charming 2-Bedroom SLO Bungalow House located just 2.8 km from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Modern Amenities Enjoy the c…
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Lofted Bedroom Teal Tiny Home with Creek Views
2994 South Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo
Unique Tiny Home Experience Experience a cozy stay at Teal Tiny Home Creek Views, located in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy stunning views and tranquility just 2.8 km from Mission San Lui…
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2 Bedroom Coastal Home in SLO
2994 South Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo
Charming Coastal Retreat in SLO Prime Location: Situated just 2.8 km from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, this 2-bedroom coastal home offers a peaceful escape near key attracti…
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Coastal Tiny House 2 Queen Beds low loft
2994 South Higuera Street Space 8, San Luis Obispo
Charming Coastal Tiny House with Modern Amenities Convenient Location: Nestled just 6.4 km from California Polytechnic State University and 24 km from Clark Center for the Perform…
Staying near a specific San Luis Obispo venue
This is usually the better question. The hotels above are measured from the middle of San Luis Obispo, which is only the right anchor if the city itself is the trip. If you are coming for one event, what matters is how far you are from that building at 11pm — and in most cities the centre and the venue are not the same place.
Each page below runs its own search from that venue’s own coordinates and sorts by real straight-line distance from the doors, with a plain note on every card saying whether that is a walk, a long walk or a drive.
- Hotels near Harold Miossi Hall at Christopher Cohan Performing Arts Center
- Hotels near Alex Madonna Expo Center
- Hotels near Fremont Theater - CA
Venues in San Luis Obispo
The buildings people book these rooms for. Each links to its schedule and tickets.
- Harold Miossi Hall at Christopher Cohan Performing Arts Center
- Cal Poly Rec Center
- Alex Madonna Expo Center
- SLO Brewing Company
- Mott Athletic Center
- Spanos Theatre - San Luis Obispo
- The Graduate - San Luis Obispo
- The 4 Cats Cafe and Gallery
- San Luis Obispo Veterans Building
- Morro Bay Golf Course
- Fremont Theater - CA
- Mission Plaza San Luis Obispo
What is on in San Luis Obispo
The reason most people book a room here. Every date links to live tickets and a seat map.
- From about $122.00View Tickets
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- From about $99.00View Tickets
- From about $58.00View Tickets
- From about $82.00View Tickets
Add-ons, not event tickets
Parking, tailgates and passes 1
These are add-on products rather than admission to the event itself, so they are listed separately and are not counted among the upcoming dates above.
See all San Luis Obispo events →
How to read these listings
Every card carries the same facts in the same order, so two properties can be compared at a glance rather than read as marketing copy.
- Distance is straight-line, not walking. We know where the property is and where the centre is; we do not know the streets in between. That is why each card also says walkable, long walk or drive, and why those labels are deliberately conservative.
- Guest scores are our accommodation partner’s, not ours. StubOrder does not review hotels. Where a score appears it is theirs, with the review count beside it so you can judge how much weight it carries.
- The rate is the lowest available for the stay you asked for, for two adults, and it moves constantly. Treat it as a comparison between properties rather than a quote.
- Nothing here is paid placement. The order is distance from the centre, full stop. No property pays to appear or to rank.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are no prices shown until I pick dates?
Because a nightly rate only means anything for a specific stay, and asking for one costs a live request. Pick your dates and every property above is priced for exactly those nights, for two adults.
What kind of hotels are there in San Luis Obispo?
The stock is mixed, with 3-star the largest single band at 22 of 59, and 19 of them are within a mile of the centre. They average 8.3/10 in guest scores from our accommodation partner.
Is it cheaper to stay near the venue or in the centre?
It depends on the city and the night. Near a stadium on an event night is usually the expensive option; the centre is usually better value but adds a journey. Both pages exist so you can compare them rather than guess.
How close are these hotels to the San Luis Obispo venues?
The hotels on this page are measured from the middle of San Luis Obispo. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own page - each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.
Does StubOrder sell hotels and tickets together?
No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and rooms from our accommodation partner, as two separate bookings with separate confirmations.
