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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $101
$89 nightly
$101 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

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345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(154 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, and a television on a cabinet.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a refrigerator, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

With a stay at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo, you'll be centrally located in San Luis Obispo, a 3-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 12 minutes from Pismo State Beach. .This motel is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Pismo Beach Pier and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Morro Bay State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ah Louis Store - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 6 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 51 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Avenue Downtown San Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Avenue Luis Obispo Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Motel
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo
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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 884 out of 1366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1366 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super conveniently located, beds are very comfortable and showers are absolutely great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel convenient to downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here frequently when in town because it’s always clean and comfortable and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marshal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not the first time I stayed there and won’t be the last everything was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amazing location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

The a/c performed great and the parking lot seemed very safe on our second stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant and helpful staff, property was close to walk to everything, parking was easy. I would stay here again. Very clean and well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location Fair price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

GAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the location , easy to park , you can walk around town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RODOLFO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff, near everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great price, quiet, clean, and maids cleaned my room during my stay, which these days is an unexpected plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yonah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but clean rooms that did the job for a night!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erin k

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room at a great value. Parking is great, and the location is walkable to the Shops in SLO.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the perfect less expensive hotel for a few nights. Very walkable to downtown SLO. It's my new hotel to stay in SLO with my family when visiting for a quick trip. Plus, the staff was very helpful, friendly, and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
helpful check in staff. easy check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Close to downtown and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was neat and clean. The staff was friendly. The motel is within walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was well organised
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are always clean and the staff are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026