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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
Motel in San Luis Obispo with free parking

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Front of property
Interior entrance
Lobby
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo puts visitors right in the center of town's activity. Guests appreciate the convenience of in-room WiFi for staying in touch, vending machine and grocery options for quick bites, and the added benefit of free self-parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(125 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 6 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Street Market & Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kreuzberg Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Slo BBQ Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nautical Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lokum Turkish Coffee & Pastries - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo provides a grocery/convenience store and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Avenue Inn
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Avenue Luis Obispo Luis Obispo
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Frequently asked questions

Is Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo on Oct 6, 2025 start from $70.49, 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.

How much is parking at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cerro San Luis Obispo and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo Children's Museum and San Luis Obispo Museum of Art are also within 10 minutes. San Luis Obispo Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1101 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Reinhold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, close to downtown, but basic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for proximity to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sonya

The receptionist was friendly, walkable place. Nice stay, will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dionysus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always try and stay at the Avenue Inn when we travel to SLO. It’s always consistently clean, friendly staff, convenient to downtown, and a safe area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice, easy check in. Staff was very nice. Room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleksiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, daily service, nice location, friendly and attentive staff! I definitely will recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, air conditioning, excellent room service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ning

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple.. clean.. good folks running it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a quick stay. Very clear communication and nice staff. Next door to a bakery which is awesome in the morning. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay and will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Avenue Inn is great, check in was easy and they were very helpful with in formation on things to do and places to eat etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, room was nice and close to town, restaurants and entertainment. I would recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the perfect option for a short stay. Seemingly newly renovated, and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always my go to when staying at SLO. Always clean, right near downtown for easy walking and you can park right next to your room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent less expensive option & super convenient location at the end of downtown. Rooms are very clean & updated. Loved that I could walk to downtown coffee, restaurants and shops without using my car.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the staff. They were all personable. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Great location. Very nice reception
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Food and shopping right down the block
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was peaceful and the room was clean. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ARTURO AND ALONDRA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and management are great. Quickly changed the dirty bed sheets and dirty coffe machine found when we checked In.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was updated in regards to bathroom. It was clean at a great price. At the beginning of downtown SLO, making it walkable. A few steps away from Bus Stop 2B, Super close walk to great breakfast options. High End Two Star Motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Everything great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and close to downtown. Staff is friendly and helpful. No pool, but we knew that going in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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