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4.2 out of 5

"Cozy rooms, very nice location near the historic, shopping, and dining area of pleasant San Luis Obispo. " More

By a verified traveler on Fri 15 Sep 2023

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Hotel Description

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo stay

Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown San Luis Obispo motel, you'll find Cerro San Luis Obispo and San Luis Obispo Children's Museum. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art and Bubblegum Alley are also within half a mile (1 km).

Property Amenities

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A grocery/convenience store, express check-out, and luggage storage are also on offer.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$72* Per night/room Mar 20 - Mar 21

Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo ratings based on 17 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Everyone (9) Couples (3) Family (7)
5 out of 5
Cozy rooms, very nice location near the historic, shopping, and dining area of pleasant San Luis Obispo.

Posted by , from VONORE on Sep 15, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 19, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Robert, we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent stay at our hotel. It's wonderful to hear that you found our rooms cozy and enjoyed our excellent location, which is conveniently situated near the historic, shopping, and dining areas of charming San Luis Obispo. We strive to provide our guests with comfortable accommodations and a convenient base for exploring the area, and we're pleased to know that you had a pleasant experience. Thank you for choosing our hotel, and we hope you had a memorable time exploring the beautiful city. Should you plan to visit San Luis Obispo again, we would be delighted to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay.Best Regards, Avenue Inn Customer Care Team

5 out of 5
Fabulous and charming. I typically stay at the larger chain hotels and I never bother to leave reviews whether good or bad. Had to make a last minute trip to SLO over a holiday weekend, hotel options were limited. This was a GREAT find. Very nice property, kind staff, well appointed rooms, comfortable beds, nicely decorated, everything seemed new including the windows. Definitely returning. Excellent experience. Kudos to the manager, this is a well run property.

Posted by , from Folsom on Sep 3, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 7, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Guest,Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience! We're delighted to hear that you had a fabulous stay and enjoyed the charming atmosphere of the hotel. It's wonderful to know that the staff, room amenities, and overall experience met your expectations. Your feedback and kind words are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to SLO. If you ever have any specific requests or suggestions, please don't hesitate to let us know. Safe travels, and see you soon!Best Regards, Avenue Inn Customer Care Team

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 13, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 5, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Genoveva, thank you so much for your stellar rating! This means a lot to us. Hope you enjoyed your visit and, we look forward to welcoming you back the next time you visit the area. Best Regards, Avenue Inn Customer Care Team

5 out of 5
I like it, as a simple place to shower and sleep. Kept clean and neat. Walking distance from food and shops. Small town with a big city feel. A bit pricey.

Posted by on Jul 16, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 18, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Dear Michael, thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that you found our place to be clean and neat and that our location was convenient for your needs. We understand that pricing is an important factor, and we strive to provide a fair value for our services. We appreciate your patronage and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.Best Regards, Avenue Inn Customer Care Team

5 out of 5
Lots of trash around the property. Great bright lighting at night! Very nice women that checked us in!

Posted by on Jul 13, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from New York on Jun 17, 2022

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4 out of 5

Posted by , from Novato on Jun 14, 2022

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2 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 31, 2021

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4 out of 5
Property was very good, nicely updated and very comfortable. We could have used some additional help with airport transportation early in the morning.

Posted by , from EDINA on Oct 5, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 6, 2021 by Guest Experience Team

Dear guest, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to provide us with feedback. We are delighted to know that you had an enjoyable experience while being with us and, we look forward to having you back with us again. Best Regards, Avenue Inn Customer Care Team

1 out of 5
We never received confirmation, so we did not stay.

Posted by on Oct 2, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 5, 2021 by Guest Experience Team

Dear guest, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to review us. While we are happy that you chose to stay with us, we are disappointed to hear about your unfortunate impression and experience with us. This is a serious issue highlighted by you, and we will take steps to ensure this does not reoccur. We will review your comments in detail and make changes wherever possible in improving and training our staff, to ensure a better experience for our future guests. We hope you will give us another opportunity of serving you. Best Regards, Avenue Inn Customer Care Team

About the Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Location 345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Property Features

As a guest of Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo, you'll find a vending machine, a convenience store, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Convenience store

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: San Luis Obispo Station (1.8 km / 1.1 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

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. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 10
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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
  • Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Motel San Luis Obispo

You should know

  • Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.