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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.0 star property
Motel near Bubblegum Alley in San Luis Obispo

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Family Studio Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Reception
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(104 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Studio Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Studio Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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).
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What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Avila Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 7 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪High Street Market & Deli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Slo Ranch Market - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Copper Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Motel near Bubblegum Alley in San Luis Obispo
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 hot tub. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo. 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
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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

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.

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.

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.

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
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. 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo to the airport?

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo is 3.9 mi (11-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 Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo on Oct 2, 2025 start from $66.43, 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 Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo.

How close is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo to the beach?

This motel is 9.2 mi (14-min drive) from Avila Beach and 8.1 mi (11-min drive) from Pirates Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo offer free breakfast?

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Central Coast Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo have a pool?

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo to downtown San Luis Obispo?

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo is 1.4 mi away from San Luis Obispo.

Reviews

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1186 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Eliana

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, my stay was disappointing. The room was noisy, making it hard to relax or get a good night’s sleep. Cleanliness was lacking, and there was an unpleasant odor throughout the space. Overall, the experience didn’t meet basic expectations, and I wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scott, San Francisco

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for budget travel. It met our needs, but don't expect more than you're paying for. It was clean and comfortable, and the pool and hot tub were good. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kara, Sonoma

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property was conveniently located. We were a group of families coming for football camp at the college. I chose it based on what appeared to be good overall reviews, nice photos and location. The property is in much poorer condition than appears in the photos. The beds and linens, towels were all clean but the floors were dirty. After check in, we left for 2 hours for early dinner and upon return noticed my very small bottle of alcohol missing from my room. No one had been in the room besides me prior to leaving. I went to reception to see about looking at cameras. I was told to come back. Went back a few times each time a different person told me to come back later. That situation made us feel kind of creeped out. Nonetheless we stayed the 2 nights and nothing else happened.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

hwa teck

Traveled with family
There is a car with broken window parked there. Another car with mud guard dismantle. I don’t think the area is very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

CHRISTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

KENYETTA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed overnight while bringing my son home from SLO. It did the job at the perfect price. We’ll stay here again when needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very large, clean room. New. Nice association with adjacent Denny's.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
The front desk agent was so kind and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An older hotel but clean and adequate for our overnight stay. Friendly and helpful staff. There was a dead bug in the bathrooms. Also recommend upgrading the pillows, they were horribly lumpy. We were going the room on the end which was nice, ample parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
there was pet hair and Long red human hairs in the bed when we arrived, dirt sooted the whole entire building, there was a dead spider in the corner of our window sill. overall, gave me the heebie jeebies. I immediately put our stuff in the car and rebooked at a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meghan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay here. The entire unit stinks due to the sink water. If you look in the sink hole there is mold and gunk. We had to be switched rooms and they both had the gross sink. Also don’t even bother calling the front desk for anything THEY WILL NOT ANSWER. We called multiple times the two days we were there and they never answered. The hot tub is not hot. The floor in the room felt very dirty. The room itself felt dirty as well. I will say the location is amazing and VERY SAFE. everything you need is nearby. But this hotel itself was a 1/10 very bad and I would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yinghui

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Minh Anh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly service and very clean !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly updated. Good value. Close to shopping and eating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, loved Dennys was on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy, Pacoima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

shu

Liked: Cleanliness
good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025