Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

San Luis Obispo

A white church with a cross on top, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A wall covered with colorful plastic waste.
A large collection of discarded items piled up against a wall.
A colorful, textured surface with a central red spiral and various small objects.
A theater with neon signage and a marquee.

Stay near popular Downtown San Luis Obispo attractions

A pink and white building with a row of circular windows and a decorative finial.
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Fremont Theater

8.2/10 (246 reviews)
You can enjoy a show at Fremont Theater during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street San Luis Obispo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 11.197.527 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
11.197.527 ₫
12.709.315 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (622 reviews)
"The beds are horrible"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is 6.004.349 ₫ per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
6.004.349 ₫
6.886.688 ₫ total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Spyglass Inn
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is 3.494.681 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
3.494.681 ₫
4.629.901 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,480 reviews)
"We arrived in time for Happy Hour. Free beverages by the pool. Great location for checking out Cal Poly and downtown SLO. Fresh “real” eggs for breakfast! Watched them being scrambled in front of me. So much better than the rehydrated eggs we have had at other hotels. Definitely took the rating up ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is 2.977.884 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
2.977.884 ₫
3.716.840 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,987 reviews)
"Clean , all you need is accessible, breakfast was great , there’s only one elevator which makes it a long walking distance to get to. We were not able to use the spa area due to too many people in it at a time. Over all we loved our stay."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.648.526 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
5.648.526 ₫
6.467.561 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,112 reviews)
"Good location but hotel run down"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave Pismo Beach CA
The price is 7.958.093 ₫ per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
7.958.093 ₫
9.880.587 ₫ total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
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Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find the best Downtown San Luis Obispo areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Old Town Historic District

While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

A valley with a town surrounded by mountains.

Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

A rugged mountainous landscape with rolling hills and a winding path.

Foothill

While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.

A town nestled between hills and a river.

Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Laguna Lake.

Lower Broad

Lower Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

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