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By a verified traveler on Mon 22 May 2023

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Hotel Description

Motel near Bubblegum Alley in San Luis Obispo

Near the airport

Within 2 miles (3 km) of this San Luis Obispo motel, you'll find Bubblegum Alley and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Fremont Theater and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Dining, outdoor pool

This motel features an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a restaurant. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Free self parking, a coffee shop, and express check-out are also offered.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$82* Per night/room Jun 4 - Jun 5

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Studio Suite

Bed Count 3 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Studio Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo ratings based on 15 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.9 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Everyone (8) Couples (2) Family (4)
5 out of 5
Easy location off the freeway as well as near gas stations and shopping

Posted by on May 22, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 23, 2023 by Shawn

Thank you for staying with us and are pleased that you enjoyed stay. We look forward to your next visit to San Luis Obispo.

5 out of 5

Posted by , from riverside on May 9, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 29, 2023 by Shawn

Thank You for staying with us and appreciate your feedback. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay. Have a wonderful day!

5 out of 5
Nice view of the local area. Discount at adjoining Denny’s an unexpected positive.

Posted by on Apr 12, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 13, 2023 by Daniel

Thanks for the review!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 10, 2022

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4 out of 5
Rooms have been rebuilt and are nice and clean , Pool area looks nice...the only downside I had was with the TV remote control it seemed to have a mind of it's own...Nice deep bathtub and lot's of hot water was very nice..They let me have an early check in at noon and that was very good because I was very tired and ready for a shower and I enjoyed and very good bed and pillows...frig and microwave are nice...

Posted by on Dec 10, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 11, 2022 by Front Desk

We are happy to accommodate your early arrival and are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for the detailed review as it helps us maintain continuous improvement at our hotel. Thank you again for staying with us!

5 out of 5
Enjoyed our stay. VERY CLEAN . You saved us a good room on the ground floor like you promised. Thank You.

Posted by , from DUNLAP on Jun 11, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 11, 2022 by Daniel

Thanks for the gracious review. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us.

1 out of 5
The heater was too high to properly control and there were no directions. There were no extra blankets. It was a freezing night.

Posted by on Mar 27, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 28, 2022 by Meashe

Dear guest, Thank you for your time to write this review. In behalf of the hotel we sincerely apologize for all the inconvenience you experienced during your visit. We are disappointed to hear that our hotel service did not meet your expectations. Be assured that it’s not the kind of service that we would like to offer you and we understand your dissatisfaction. We’ll use your feedback to improve our service in our guest experience in the future. Thank you.

4 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 21, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from CHULA VISTA on Oct 5, 2021

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4 out of 5
The property was quiet and the room was nice. We were there on Labor Day weekend and were able to stay one night but it wasn't worth the price. The property has been recently renovated and was nice, but it looks like it had been completed quickly. There were a lot of things wrong but it did not interfere with our stay.

Posted by , from Fresno on Sep 8, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 9, 2021 by Daniel

Your feedback is appreciated. We recently installed new doors and locks in al of our rooms, and we will be taking care of the finishing details soon for the enjoyment of all of our guests.

About the Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Location 210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Property Features

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. The business-friendly Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out. Free self parking is available. This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Train station: San Luis Obispo Station (3.4 km / 2.1 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

  • Bathrooms are partially open
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Cribs (surcharge)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub without adult supervision.

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

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Accessibility

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

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight.
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with 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 available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 per room
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 10
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

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.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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

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You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't served at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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*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.