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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.0 star property

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Family Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Studio Suite | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405
  • Place, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Laguna Lake Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bubblegum Alley
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Suite | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Studio Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Studio Suite | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Family Studio Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

A restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out and multilingual staff assistance are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms.

This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Laguna Lake Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Dining options include a coffee shop and a restaurant
  • Amenities include multilingual staff and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Bubblegum Alley and a few minutes from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
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 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. 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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't served at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1315 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Streeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff; clean rooms; good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for a great price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kishan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything needed, and a very hopeful staff, , at a very competitive price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, easy check in, food and shops close by, very clean and spacious room. I stay in the area often and will definitely stay their again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, safe, and comfortable. It was a great launching spot to the activities we planned in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room and property. Super front desk. Super easy after hours check in services. This hotel is super super super!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, clean room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I come and stay in slo quite abit. We are never disappointed we the service and accommodations at the Vagabond. The management team is top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I stayed in was very neat and clean. The person at the front desk was very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great value for an affordable price. The simple and basic rooms are spotlessly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect. Clean, comfortable and a bargain!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ilona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, convenient location and office staff was friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Brett

Disliked: Amenities
Okay place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Clean rooms. Perfectly priced. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and property. Very safe surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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