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Sunbeam Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1656 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

In San Luis Obispo .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Fremont Theater. San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bubblegum Alley - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 2 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Field Day Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bobastop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Papa's Thai Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sunbeam Motel

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo
As a guest of Sunbeam Motel, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Sunbeam Motel offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. A nightly turndown service is provided and amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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 parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunbeam Motel to the airport?

Sunbeam Motel is 4 mi (13-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 Sunbeam Motel?

As of Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunbeam Motel on Sep 30, 2025 start from $79.0, 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 Sunbeam Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sunbeam Motel.

How close is Sunbeam Motel to the beach?

This motel is 10.8 mi (15-min drive) from Avila Beach and 10.6 mi (14-min drive) from Pirates Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sunbeam Motel offer free breakfast?

Sunbeam Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunbeam Motel?

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

What time is check-in at Sunbeam Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunbeam Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sunbeam Motel have a pool?

Sunbeam Motel does not have a pool.

Does Sunbeam Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sunbeam Motel to downtown San Luis Obispo?

Sunbeam Motel is 0.7 mi away from San Luis Obispo.

Reviews

Sunbeam Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 742 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 742 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 742 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 742 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 742 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Alysia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts, clean. Cute renovation, everything you need! Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew, El Dorado Hills

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room reeked of cigarette smoke and harsh, industrial cleaner that made me wheeze. Was incredibly loud right next to major thoroughfare. Could hear every step of neighbors above, and guest snoring on other side of wall. Air conditioner smelled musty, blew straight in my face in bed, and rattled too loudly to sleep with. This will not be my last visit to SLO, but will be my last stay at the Sunbeam.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accidently left my car door open when I retrieved something to bring to our room. Very shortly after that got a call from manager letting me know. Felt well looked after!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

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

8/10 Good

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Simple motel, but delivered everything I expected for the price range. The room was good and clean. We had a little problem with the shower drain and Vanessa immediately offered a solution!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed overnight but it was really nice and they were very communicative. Check in was super easy especially since it was late at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

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

Hidden Gem!

Great location for walking downtown, clean and updated rooms. Staff is super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

rajeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good property but loud at night due to road noise
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rubina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at the Sunbeam Motel! It was really clean, quiet, and just a 15 min walk to the downtown area! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

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

10/10 Excellent

Luis Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ava

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is very quaint and very clean. The water gets hot and the water pressure is great. The property was in great condition. The lobby was also spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dira

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

10/10 Excellent

D Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025