San Luis Obispo Motels

San Luis Obispo Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You can select from 71 economical motels in San Luis Obispo among more than 891 hotels and other lodging choices. These budget-friendly accommodations can help you save some cash when compared with traditional hotels, which may have more amenities but also come with a higher price tag.

Because you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in San Luis Obispo. Not-to-be-missed sights include Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, Pismo Beach Pier, and Morro Bay State Park.

Fun fact: Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveler driving along America's major roadways. Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools.

Here are some of our customers' recommended San Luis Obispo motels available to book:

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

• Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Pismo Beach Pier.
• Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and a manager's reception.

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

• Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a flat-screen TV.
• You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and California Polytechnic State University.

Spyglass Inn

• Enjoy access to the restaurant and outdoor pool, as well as room amenities like an MP3 dock.
• Stay within a 5-minute drive of Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs.

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

• You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and California Polytechnic State University.
• Room amenities like free WiFi are included, along with freebies like breakfast, parking, and an airport shuttle.

Inn at San Luis Obispo

• Stay within a 5-minute drive of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and California Polytechnic State University.
• Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

What to Do in San Luis Obispo

While you're sightseeing around the area, enjoy its popular beaches and wineries. Those who've visited San Luis Obispo speak highly about the local art scene, restaurants, and cafés.

Here are some popular places:

• Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
• Pismo Beach Pier
• Morro Bay State Park

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

• Los Padres National Forest
• Avila Hot Springs
• Dallidet Adobe and Gardens

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

• Paso Robles Event Center
• Ravine Waterpark
• Charles Paddock Zoo

Best Time to Visit San Luis Obispo

Figure out the ideal time to visit San Luis Obispo by reviewing these seasonal weather details:

• The hottest months are typically August and September, while December and January are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 65° F and nighttime temperatures average 43° F
• April-June: 75° F is the daytime average and 46° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 78° F and nighttime averages are around 53° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 75° F during the day and 43° F at night
• Average rainfall is 22.52 inches in a year

How to Get to San Luis Obispo and Around the Area