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

Things to do


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
The price is ฿11,718 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿11,718
฿13,300 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
Hotel San Luis Obispo
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is ฿5,364 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿5,364
฿6,152 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Cottage Inn By The Sea
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 ฿4,228 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,228
฿5,642 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿3,576 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,576
฿4,485 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
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! (1,593 reviews)
"Enjoyed our visit, looking forward to a return someday"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Madonna Inn
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is ฿4,838 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿4,838
฿5,549 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,872 reviews)
"Older property showing its age outside but interior of room was clean and well appointed. Outside asthetics were a bit disappointing as the Front building of property was under renovation but not disclosed at the time the reservation was made. Motel is in a good location on Shell Beach. FIREPITS ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Spyglass Inn
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Laguna

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



Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide