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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, 2 Queen Beds | 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 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
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪13 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • City view
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • City view
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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. Dallidet Adobe and Gardens and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Rosa Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 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

  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pancho's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sunbeam Motel

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo
Sunbeam Motel offers its guests 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-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 self 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: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless 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 - 8:00 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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 May 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunbeam Motel on May 6, 2026 start from $82, including 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 11.7 mi (14-min drive) from Old Port Beach. 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: midnight.

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.

Sunbeam Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 783 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 783 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 783 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 783 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 783 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room & helpful management.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check-in great staff, and clean room! Beautiful exterior as well! My friend and I felt very safe and welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nicest guy working the counter. Simple but very cozy and affordable room. Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharla

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning worked perfectly and the parking was a little small but no issues
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was by far the best place I’ve stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Audri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and comfortable bed. Only negative was coffee pot was dirty and not working.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
every was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaux

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Kind staff, updated and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & quiet. Very very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Moon beam ice cream
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a good place to stay, manager was very nice and allowed us an early check in. Our room was next to the busy street but I turned on the fan so you couldn't hear the traffic. would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jerry was exceptional with his cheerful demeanour upon my arrival and throughout my three day stay. Jerry’s willingness to make my stay totally satisfying was delightful! Hotel was clean and neat with room service daily. Located in downtown SLO it is a bit noisy but if that bothers you bring earplugs to sleep. I will definitely stay again before my grandson graduates from college!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean, air conditioning worked well, and the neighborhood was quiet. Parking was always available no matter the time of day, and the staff is very friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Very communicative. Great and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little noisy because of street traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

Will be back!

Simple but very clean room. Friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025