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Hotel Buena Vista

2.5 star property
Hotel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo

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A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and surrounding greenery.
A kitchen with a marble countertop, dark cabinets, a coffee station, and a fruit bowl.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and two lit windows.
A residential building with a swimming pool, palm trees, and outdoor seating.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2050 Garfield St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive King Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Executive King Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive 2 Queen Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive 2 Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Heart of San Luis Obispo.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 2 miles (3 km) of Performing Arts Center with a stay here. French Hospital Medical Center and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Performing Arts Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 7 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Field Day Coffee - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hotel Buena Vista

Hotel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo
Hotel Buena Vista offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Hotel Buena Vista. Free self parking is available.

This San Luis Obispo hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Buena Vista offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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 blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Buena Vista to the airport?

Hotel Buena Vista is 5.9 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Buena Vista?

As of Jul 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Buena Vista on Jul 12, 2026 start from $123, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Buena Vista have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Buena Vista.

How close is Hotel Buena Vista to the beach?

This hotel is 13 mi (14-min drive) from Pismo State Beach and 10.7 mi (18-min drive) from Avila Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Buena Vista offer free breakfast?

Hotel Buena Vista offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Buena Vista?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Buena Vista?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Buena Vista?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Buena Vista have a pool?

Hotel Buena Vista features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel Buena Vista have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Buena Vista to downtown San Luis Obispo?

Hotel Buena Vista is 1 mi away from San Luis Obispo.

Hotel Buena Vista Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1007 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, really good location, staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very simple but perfect for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Great location, hotel needs to be renovated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay. It was quiet and we liked the pool and hot tub. The rooms are clean and we enjoyed the fitness room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Staff was friendly. Great location! Walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean pace
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yousef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great that hot tub was open until 11pm. Had it solo in the evening after a long drive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay at an affordable rate. Nice and clean room. Nice pool and hot tub. Quiet. Friendly staff. Minimal breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kari

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs updating but is fine. The bed was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The shower was excellent and the staff were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super easy check in and enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buena Vista is located in an excellent area, near local hot spots. The Hotel was very clean and the staff are kind, as well as students at Cal Poly! Go Mustangs!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Staff & service
Air was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefani

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and how clean the room was
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The lady who checked me in last night and the girl working this morning were lovely people, please give them a raise.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abednego

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good, spacious room! Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

A+
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terri

Good basic and very clean room. Desk staff (Kenneth) exceptionally kind and helpful. Bed was comfortable w/good firmness. Quick overnight stay. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026