Lamplighter Inn & Suites

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

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Dates

January 2026

February 2026

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry

Explore the area

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, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
‪17 min walk‬
Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

194 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

161 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

194 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

172 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

215 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

Close to airport.You'll find California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Fremont Theater within a 15-minute walk of this San Luis Obispo hotel. San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 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

‪Lure Fish House - ‬11 min walk
‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Field Day Coffee - ‬10 min walk
‪Pancho's - ‬10 min walk
‪The Bobastop - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Lamplighter Inn & Suites

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

Lamplighter Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Lamplighter Inn & Suites also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

76 guestrooms or units

Dry cleaning

Front desk (limited hours)

Front-desk safe

Concierge

Garden

Outdoor picnic space

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Elevator

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.

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping

$65 nightly

Jan 13 - Jan 14

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Entertainment

42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Late-night room service
Microwave
Refrigerator

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

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Deposit: USD 150 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

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lamplighter Inn & Suites to the airport?

Lamplighter Inn & Suites is 4 mi (14-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 Lamplighter Inn & Suites?

As of Jan 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lamplighter Inn & Suites on Feb 9, 2026 start from $47.49, excluding 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 Lamplighter Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lamplighter Inn & Suites.

How close is Lamplighter Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 10.8 mi (15-min drive) from Avila Beach and 11.8 mi (14-min drive) from Old Port Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lamplighter Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Lamplighter Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lamplighter Inn & Suites?

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

What time is check-in at Lamplighter Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lamplighter Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Lamplighter Inn & Suites have a pool?

Lamplighter Inn & Suites features an outdoor pool.

Does Lamplighter Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lamplighter Inn & Suites to downtown San Luis Obispo?

Lamplighter Inn & Suites is 0.7 mi away from San Luis Obispo.

Lamplighter Inn & Suites Reviews

6.0

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

johnny

Oct 14, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Caitlin

Traveled with partner

Oct 12, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good area but the window screen was cut, the carpet was wet and smelled like cheese, and the toilet paper smelled like fire, as if it had been left out during a wildfire

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Oct 11, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveler

Oct 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The whole.area felt safe and comfortable

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mykayla

Traveled with group

Oct 10, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wowza, where do I start? I’m not generally one to write reviews as I typically just don’t return to places if I’m not fond of them. For this, I’m going out of my way to help future guests steer clear. This place is a literal hazard. I can’t say I’m totally shocked given the price… but I’ve never stayed in a hotel, Inn or motel worse than this. The front desk person was nice and helpful, no complaints there. Once I made it into my room, I noticed the EXTREME staining on the carpet. I set my bags on one of the two beds before I noticed the glitter and crusty stains on the blankets. I’m not talking - washed but wont come out stains - I’m talking thick fluids that dried into a crust and haven’t been washed at all stains. To the point of near gagging, I stripped the comforter to inspect sheets. Big surprise, more stains and full of hairs. I called several hotels nearby but was unsuccessful in finding another room in the middle of the night on such short notice. I went back to inspect the bed again, and thats when I saw a roach - a literal COCKROACH - on the wall. On top of that, the panel for the AC unit was destroyed and not at all in a functional state, several of the lamps were having issues, the ‘furniture’ is dingy, falling apart, and missing pieces, there was a questionable odor, towels were dirty, shower had not been cleaned, the complementary shampoos were used, and the shower caulking was moldy and gross. Absolutely will not stay again, and I’d advise you don’t either.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Oct 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful architecture, great locale for hiking SP (starting point), hiked all three peaks from hotel. Nice stroll down to farmers market, a lot of variety nearby.

Safe parking for a 1250 HP, and also my 200 hp...

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025