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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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Front of property
40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
BBQ/picnic area
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2050 Garfield St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Fremont Theater
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Executive King Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive 2 Queen Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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. San Luis Obispo County Library and Dallidet Adobe and Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bubblegum Alley - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 6 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

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 a seasonal 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool

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

  • The seasonal pool will open January 01 and close March 31.
  • 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 (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 Hotel Buena Vista?

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Buena Vista on Jun 16, 2025 start from $131.49, 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 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 10.6 mi (13-min drive) from Pirates Cove and 10.8 mi (13-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. The pool is closed seasonally each year from January 1 to March 31.

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 0.9 mi away from San Luis Obispo.

Hotel Buena Vista Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 726 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leia Marie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

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

6/10 Okay

Deanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They try hard but its an old building theyve tried to upgrade. We had no offer of housekeeping for the three night stay. The breafast is instant oats, coffee and a green apple. No electric ev charging in parking lot. Exercise room has a cable machone, 2 tradmills and a boke. Pool was closed for winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Deryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property and room were fine. The room could use better lighting. There is no overhead light. The desk lamp was missing a bulb and a finial to hold the shade in place. I was provided a bulb by the front desk upon request but, the lamp was completely non-functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, decent sized room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, san luis obispo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurminder

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised. Very convenient close proximity to Cal Poly SLO
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

It did the job

Basic room with older finishes. Room was affordable place to stay and had some nice small outdoor areas. Worked for me as a solo traveler and was close to downtown. Did not have good ventilation and overall was in need of an upgrade, but it did the job and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Fine for the price point with a couple of exceptio

The place was fine, with a couple of exceptions: the door to the entrance to the room had clearly been broken open at some point as evidenced by the dent near the safety lock on the outside and the split casing on the inside as well as the TV remote not working. The woman at the front desk tried to help, but was the only one at the front desk and could come up to our room- we ended up unplugging the TV to turn it off. That said, it is a low price point and the staff was polite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nurullah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

Great family place.

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing value, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nurullah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fan in the bathroom is very noisy. Parking location needs to be clean. In general it is a nice hotel. I will stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Will recomded
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

mitchell

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, san luis obispo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The woman who checked us in was very efficient, friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024