San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in San Luis Obispo

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

If you're spending some time in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are top sights worth seeing.

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Railroad District

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

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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.

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.

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Lower Higuera

While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 3.422.494 ₫ per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
3.422.494 ₫
4.543.753 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,540 reviews)
"First time staying here and was pleasantly surprised with how large the rooms were and the freshly made to order breakfast. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2 out of 5
210 Madonna Rd San Luis Obispo CA
The price is 1.854.501 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
1.854.501 ₫
2.417.855 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
The price is 3.886.367 ₫ per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
3.886.367 ₫
5.299.152 ₫ total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,561 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Madonna Inn
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Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

3 out of 5
7075 Ontario Rd San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this cabin in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Avila Hot Springs and Pismo State Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
"The cabin had a perfect kitchen. We used it for breakfast and putting together sides for steak dinner which my brother cooked on grill and we ate on table in the back. The location is close to 101 and beach. We can’t wait to go back. :)"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
Stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
"Awesome view and great layout!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
The Lofts at The Market

The Lofts at The Market

4 out of 5
1803 Spring St Paso Robles CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Paso Robles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Sensorio and Paso Robles Pioneer Museum are located ...
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Stay near popular San Luis Obispo attractions

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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

9.4/10 (2,266 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo during your visit to San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Cities near San Luis Obispo

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Arroyo Grande

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Morro Bay

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Pismo Beach

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