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University Inn

2.0 star property

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Free daily on-the-go breakfast
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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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1825 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(83 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About this property

University Inn

Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has a 24-hour front desk and a TV in a common area. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.
University Inn offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at University Inn. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a vending machine and TV in a common area
  • Guests speak favourably about the value of their stay and the location
  • 13 minutes by foot from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and a 2-minute drive from Fremont Theater
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a television in common area are also featured at University Inn. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of University Inn was completed in July 2021.

This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • 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

San Luis Obispo Travelodge
Travelodge Motel San Luis Obispo
University Inn Motel
San Luis Obispo Travel Lodge
Travel Lodge San Luis Obispo
Travelodge San Luis Obispo Hotel San Luis Obispo
Travelodge San Luis Obispo Motel
University Inn San Luis Obispo
University Inn Motel San Luis Obispo

University Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1008 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Audri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Courteous staff, clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Veronika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good bathtub, decent bed, quiet and nice AC, spacious room, something to grab for breakfast in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Accomodating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room is very good for a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the place close to everything and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

lynn

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

Good overnight stay

Easy check in, clean, good A/C, plenty of parking, good water pressure in the shower, comfortable bedding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

LUCINA

TV
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place near restaurants and the college. Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very hospitable and accommodating. Clean, relaxing rooms with all the amenities you could need for the stay. Parking is easy and location is very close and convenient for exploring the city. We have stayed four times and will be back for new adventures!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

MELINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

craig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Basic room, thin walls, tiny pillows
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Moris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Poorly maintained and smelly rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Great location for Cal Poly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nevena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Seyed

Disliked: Amenities
Great location which is close to the freeway and downtown SLO.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean. The beds were comfy and the room was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clint

Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite good compared to Motel6
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Parking was a bit tough. Overall great well located property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable beds but very basic rooms and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rocky and his wife are simply the best
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jose Juan

I got what I opaid for a cheap room that felt cheap and it showed in their"breakfast" terrible coffee with a a basket of bananas and stale pastries in clear wrapping
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice woman that checked me in. She gave me options regarding my room whether I would like a ground level room which I appreciated. The room is very clean and nicely furnished. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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