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A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and turquoise cushions, overlooking a white building with teal accents.
A pool area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by a white building with balconies.
A buffet area with various food items and a coffee station.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large potted plants.

1. Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
United States
Daniel
2.938.465 ₫
3.988.012 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
A courtyard with a stone fountain, palm trees, and a building with ivy-covered arches.
A bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple stools, and a brick wall backdrop.
A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.

2. Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria
United States
Monique
2.907.403 ₫
3.270.828 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A hotel with multiple buildings, green roofs, and outdoor seating areas.
A spacious living room with a blue sofa, patterned armchair, and a coffee table with a vase of red flowers.
A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A hotel with a large pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

3. Apple Farm

Apple Farm
San Luis Obispo
United States
Roberto
2.772.283 ₫
3.446.519 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Apple Farm
A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, ottomans, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A modern dining area with a central seating arrangement, a kitchen in the background, and a chandelier overhead.
A rooftop pool with a clear view of the ocean, surrounded by lounge chairs and a railing.

4. Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Pismo Beach
United States
Steven
3.630.371 ₫
4.163.854 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A pathway leading to a white building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and hills in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small chapel, and a waterfall.
A bar area with wooden beams, a colorful carpet, and a variety of bar stools.
A cave-like interior with a red-framed window, stone walls, and a small table with a red object.

5. Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn
San Luis Obispo
United States
Bertha
3.855.077 ₫
5.256.618 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Madonna Inn
A lush garden with palm trees, a sign for the Adelaide Motel Inn, and a wooden fence.
A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, a wooden bar counter, and a green accent wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a round wooden nightstand, and wall-mounted lamps.
A multi-story motel with numbered doors and balconies, surrounded by greenery.

6. Adelaide Inn

Adelaide Inn
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Peter
2.692.040 ₫
3.082.386 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Adelaide Inn
A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with a brick wall, leather sofas, a round table, and a large mirror.
An outdoor patio with a fire pit and wooden rocking chairs, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a brick facade.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

7. Oxford Suites Paso Robles

Oxford Suites Paso Robles
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Dennis
3.471.178 ₫
4.278.830 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oxford Suites Paso Robles
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A sunset view from a patio with chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.

8. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Pismo Beach
United States
Anesh
5.409.965 ₫
6.204.960 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and artwork on the walls.
A terrace with outdoor seating overlooking a beach and ocean.
A coastal hotel with a paved walkway along the beach, a view of the ocean, and a hillside with vegetation.

9. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
Pismo Beach
United States
David
2.963.315 ₫
3.398.775 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Spyglass Inn
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and a seating section with a green cushioned bench.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of a building with a flag, and a clear sky.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles
Estrella District
United States
Issac
3.238.213 ₫
3.714.068 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Paso Robles
A modern outdoor lounge area with a fireplace, seating, and a glass railing overlooking a cityscape.
A modern lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, a sofa, and a floor lamp.
A rooftop pool area with a view of a mountain, a staircase, and outdoor seating.
A modern bar area with a central counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
San Luis Obispo
United States
david
3.394.041 ₫
3.858.854 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, two armchairs, a reception desk, and a stone accent wall.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, a television, and a variety of liquor bottles.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a minibar.

12. The Oaks Hotel Paso Robles

The Oaks Hotel Paso Robles
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Jacqueline
3.339.165 ₫
3.829.856 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Oaks Hotel Paso Robles
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, a landscaped garden, and a patio area.
A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and large windows.

13. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
Pismo Beach
United States
Andrew
3.801.616 ₫
5.421.479 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Pacific Point Resort
A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wall decorated with photos. There is a wooden shelf with decorative items and a hanging light fixture.
A modern building with a sign reading "sandcastle" and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and palm trees.

14. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Natalee
4.159.526 ₫
5.512.890 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.
A residential area with multiple houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a road.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a landscaped garden, and a hilly backdrop.

15. Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
Pismo Beach
United States
Isela
5.927.665 ₫
6.798.736 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Inn at the Cove
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a parking lot and distant hills.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a bed, and a dining area.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
Santa Maria
United States
leobardo
3.052.359 ₫
3.439.856 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a view of the building's interior balconies.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a large hanging light fixture.
A spacious indoor dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and potted plants.

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
United States
Robin
2.950.372 ₫
3.354.426 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
A modern building with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and string lights.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, a built-in refrigerator, and a large mirror.
A bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter with a variety of bottles, and a modern ceiling design.
A long dining table set for a formal meal, with chairs on both sides, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Cambria Hotel Templeton - Paso Robles

Cambria Hotel Templeton - Paso Robles
Templeton Gap District
United States
Javier
2.728.279 ₫
3.014.748 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Cambria Hotel Templeton - Paso Robles
A spacious lobby with a central fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a staircase connecting different levels.
A multi-story residential building with a balcony on the second floor, a driveway, and a landscaped front yard.
A building with a wooden front porch, a stone pillar, and a sign that reads "Avila Village Inn."
A couple sitting on a sandy beach with bicycles leaning against a wooden structure.

19. Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
Avila Beach
United States
Ken
4.115.715 ₫
5.513.377 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Avila Village Inn
A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.
A lounge area with a checkered floor, a pink sofa, two wooden chairs, a wooden coffee table with a plant, striped awnings, and a large window with a view of the street.
Private kitchen
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk.

20. Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Ali
3.292.571 ₫
3.769.994 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pismo Beach Club
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San Luis Obispo and related destinations

Nestled between coastal mountains and wine country, this college town offers stunning hikes at Bishop Peak and Montana de Oro. Stroll the historic city centre for Thursday night farmers' markets, quirky Bubblegum Alley, and the serene Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Luis Obispo?
Expedia travellers speak highly of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown. It features premium bedding and pool sun loungers, and is around 2 km northeast of the centre of San Luis Obispo. The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located roughly 2 km northeast of the downtown area, it offers premium bedding and a swimming pool.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Luis Obispo?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San Luis Obispo is the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more wallet-friendly and offer the services and amenities required to be comfy, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can look forward to a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, premium toiletries and perks like on-site day spas.

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