Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance
Front of property
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, Bubblegum Alley
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(147 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(82 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Express check-out, a corner/local shop and free self-parking are available at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available on request.
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cerro San Luis Obispo. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include convenience store and a vending machine
  • Guests have good things to say about the accommodation for the comfy beds and overall comfort
  • Just a 3-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 13 minutes from Pismo Beach Pier
As a guest of Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo, you'll find a vending machine, a corner/local shop, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self 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
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Avenue Downtown San Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn
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Avenue Luis Obispo Luis Obispo
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Motel
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo
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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 829 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1267 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Close to downtown and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

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Rooms are always clean and the staff are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price and great room! Would def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a great location right on the edge of downtown. Friendly staff and clean,comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Analyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy, clean, nice location and friendly service. I will stay again!,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great customer service by hotel staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and very accommodating. Easy to find, good location, and easy to access freeway entrace. Property is older but appears newly renovated, well maintained and clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated property, great mattress and linens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Nothing fancy but clean and all I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary Jo

Very nice location. Small motel. Walkable location. Quiet and courteous staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here!! The price is great and it’s so easy to walk downtown!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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Great location. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy parking. Very clean property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, clean and comfortable room, quiet at night, easy free parking, nice to have a frig in the room, easy to walk all over downtown and historic SLO. Would recommend, at a good price too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Aniruddha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth experience, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay near the airport. Clean, no frills, comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable!! Very helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this motel, we can walk to downtown. Nice and clean. Always an easy check-in. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

carole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well equipped … everything I needed and more.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient place, clean, walking distance to all attractions and people are very nice and professional, very happy with our experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elaina

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026