What can I expect from a motel trip to San Luis Obispo?

Because you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in San Luis Obispo. Not-to-be-missed sights include Avila Hot Springs in San Luis Obispo, as well as Pismo Beach Pier and Morro Rock in the area.

Motel properties often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.

How many motels will I find in San Luis Obispo?

Expedia has 14 low-cost motels in San Luis Obispo.

What's the seasonal weather like in San Luis Obispo?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Luis Obispo to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for San Luis Obispo is 23 inches.

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Apple Farm

2015 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

4.5/5 Wonderful! (960 reviews)

"Room was comfortable, but had a strange odor, great size! The restaurant was good, all the staff were very nice!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2022

Madonna Inn

100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

4.5/5 Wonderful! (1,393 reviews)

"Beautiful property. Very unique and well appointed rooms. Great location"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2022

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

4/5 Very Good! (490 reviews)

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2022

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San Luis Obispo Motels information

Number of reviews	9305
Accommodation	60 Motels
Lowest Price	$70
Highest Price	$229

Price trends for Motels in San Luis Obispo

Less expensive	More expensive	This month	Next month
November	June	$134	$131

Month	Price
January	$165
February	$165
March	$138
April	$148
May	$180
June	$230
July	$134
August	$131
September	$131
October	$121
November	$107
December	$114

Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Motels in San Luis Obispo. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

Frequently asked questions

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo: Stay within a 10-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. It’s located within a 10-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. San Luis Inn And Suites: It’s located within a quick 2-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay.

Take time to check out the area’s acclaimed theater scene and enjoy its scenic seaside while you’re sightseeing. Visitors to San Luis Obispo love its restaurants, wineries, and cafes. Favorite places in and around San Luis Obispo include Avila Hot Springs, Pismo Beach Pier, and Morro Rock. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Santa Rosa Park, Morro Bay State Park, and Montana De Oro State Park. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in San Luis Obispo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is located 3 mi (4.9 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 28.8 mi (46.4 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at San Luis Obispo Station.

Recent Reviews in San Luis Obispo
expedia verified reviews

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
5/5 Excellent
"Clean, convenient to shopping and hiking"
A verified traveler from Oakland stayed at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Posted 2 days ago
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
5/5 Excellent
"Right at the price"
A verified traveler stayed at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Posted 3 days ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
5/5 Excellent
"Good stay for price. Wifi is not good though"
A verified traveler stayed at Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
Posted 3 days ago
Motel 6 San Luis Obispo, CA - South
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
5/5 Excellent
"Love the evening reception and open feel of the place."
A verified traveler stayed at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
Posted 3 days ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
Madonna Inn
5/5 Excellent
"Beautiful property. Very unique and well appointed rooms. Great location"
A verified traveler stayed at Madonna Inn
Posted 5 days ago
Madonna Inn
Hotel San Luis Obispo
5/5 Excellent
"Great services "
A verified traveler stayed at Hotel San Luis Obispo
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Apple Farm
5/5 Excellent
"What a lovely hotel and staff. My room was spacious and beautifully decorated. I had complimentary bottled water and apple cider in my room, as well as received tickets for two glasses of wine in a complimentary Apple Farm wine glass. The lobby always had coffee and hot apple cider available. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I only have a few things to mention. First, when I took a shower the water was only a few degrees above luke-warm and it took a couple minutes to even get it that warm. It was never hot. Second, the tub was extremely slippery. I almost fell multiple times getting in, out, and during my shower. Lastly, parking in the main parking lot is tight in some rows. The spaces are small and driving through the row can be a tight squeeze. I will stay with them again…..hopefully in winter so I can try out the fireplace in my room."
A verified traveler from Angels Camp stayed at Apple Farm
Posted 7 days ago
Apple Farm
La Cuesta Inn
5/5 Excellent
"Great place. We stay there wherever we come to SLO"
A verified traveler stayed at La Cuesta Inn
Posted 8 days ago
La Cuesta Inn
University Inn
5/5 Excellent
"I stay here oftan when I work in the area. I enjoy it and the owners are always extremely kind. "
A verified traveler from Lemoore stayed at University Inn
Posted 9 days ago
University Inn

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