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Lamplighter Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

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Outdoor pool

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
$70
$62 nightly
$70 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11

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1604 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Two King Beds)

  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

When you stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites in San Luis Obispo, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Fremont Theater. .This hotel is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Pismo Beach Pier and 0.6 mi (1 km) from San Luis Obispo Superior Court.

What's nearby

  • French Hospital Medical Center - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 20 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Bobastop - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Lamplighter Inn & Suites

Lamplighter Inn & Suites offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Luis Obispo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 76 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 42-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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Lamplighter Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 198 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 226 out of 1008 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Room alittle dirty. Waited 20 minutes for person to check out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul, Houston

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
David was very personable at check in & helpful. The other staff at this location are offensive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul, Houston

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It seems like building 3 has a lot of workers that don’t speak English…..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paul, Houston

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot water off for 38 hours. No offers of compensation, instead a staff member knocked on my door at 240pm to do a “wellness check”. Then informed me I am welcome to leave if I don’t like that there isn’t hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 rooms until found one that wasn’t under construction
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Haydee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing until the night. We turned on the light and unfortunately found roaches in the bathroom. The people and room was great if they didn't have the roaches i would give it 8 out of 10. But i would say 2 out of 10. I give 2 cause roaches migrate and can hitch long your belongs. I can handle no hot water, tv issues, or noise issues but there was none these issues. Unfortunately this is one place i won't stay again, so sorry.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mercedes

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The check in was good , the sheets were clean, and there was hot water, but the carpets need cleaning and the microwave wasn't working. Otherwise, it was fine, no noise, and you can relax well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

DUANE

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible. Do not book here. Dirty, under construction, loud. Pool hottub area horrendous. Tried to cancel and wouldnt refund money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen Nicole

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in one of their cheaper rooms. It was small and basic but totally works! HD tv worked and had a lot of channels. Bathroom was very clean. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Irving

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very nice. But there was no heat in my room because the heater wouldn’t work.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

RONALD

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was simi clean had defered maintenance on a few things ac/heater knobs missing could not adjust the room temperature. Closet doors broken, toilet was loses from the floor and the shower needs to be cleaned better. But the place was quiet that might be due to no front desk staff to be found anywhere after check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No Staff solid Bad Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the worst stay at a hotel that I have ever had. I don't leave negative reviews but I am making an exception for the very inappropriately-named Lamplighter Inn. Issues: 1) You can't check in between midnight and 6 a.m. It is not on the rules they sent ahead of time. I learned the hard way when my flight was delayed and they said we couldn't come late. 2) The evening staff I spoke to about my situation could not stop talking or interrupting; he was extremely unsympathetic and defensive. I didn't trust him to be able to cancel one night and not the whole reservation so I just kept my whole reservation. I was able to de-escalate but then he started talking AGAIN and when I kept interjecting to get a confirmation he just kept blathering. 3) A literal hole in our wall the size of a bullet hole. 4) Black colored mold on the shower grout. 5) Door had been repainted haphazardly, so it looks like it was just smeared with chocolate sauce. 6) Pool and hot tub were visibly littered with debris, not the normal amount one sees in an outdoor pool, but looked unmaintained and closed. 7) We could hear through the walls at speaking level. Not loud TV but like regular conversation. 8) Signage is unreasonably antagonistic and paranoid, like anyone wants their over-bleached locker-room towels. 9) The coffee machine is not near an outlet that it can easily be plugged into. 10) Bathroom fan didn't work. I would rather sleep in my car.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my 2nd stay and I liked it a lot. The 24 hour office is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cristina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The experience was terrible. I do NOT recommend this hotel. AC and furniture was broken, bathroom tub appeared rusted, toilet seats were broken, the room felt highly unsanitary, comforters had bodily fluid stains, walls were covered in stains throughout, deadbolt locks on doors were broken. We were moved between four different rooms and each room was the same. We left shortly after check in without receiving a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel is in a good area. we were just disappointed that the cleanliness just isn’t there. The shower curtain was yellow, when at one point it seemed that it used to be white and it smelled really bad. The covers on bed were stained dirty, I didn’t complain on the bed cover being stained only because the white sheets were clean. But I doubt I’d consider staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yelitza

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place looks better on the outside than the inside. Do not be fooled! It was like stepping into a room not updated since 1980! The carpet was stained, the TV/wifi didn’t work well, the shower didn’t drain well, and overall the room just felt icky. I would never stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan, Scotts Valley

Traveled with partner
The room was adequate. Unfortunately the heater was broken. We were promised some compensation for it, but in the morning when checking out, there was no one at the front desk! We waited around for 10 minutes or so and politely called out around the lobby, but finally gave up and just left.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mariette

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I did not end up staying at this hotel. Upon arrival, front desk attendant was rude and condescending from the moment I walked in. I was told Expedia shouldn’t have confirmed a reservation with them. They were basically fully booked. He proceeded to look at his computer (while grumbling that the reservation shouldn’t have been booked), shaking his head, stated that housekeeping had not been there that day. He found me a room type that I booked. He said See if that works. Went to the room and it was used (bed was still not made and bathroom unclean). I promptly returned to the front desk. I asked what my options were. I was told condescendingly that my only choice was another room with a double bed. Fine, happens. Front desk said You’re getting a bigger room for the same price- I don’t know what you would have to complain about. Went to that room, but the AC was not working. I returned back down to the front desk to inform him of the problem, where again he curtly told me to plug in the unit and it will work with the thermostat. I went back again to the room and still not working. Back to the front desk. He was not helpful to find a solution. Proceeded to speak to me rudely, and I called him out on it. Told me he won’t be lectured to. Terrible service. I was told just call Expedia and tell them we can’t accommodate you. We do it all the time. It’s was so late at this point, and he was so incredibly rude and unhelpful. No courtesy. I left. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025