Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown San Luis Obispo Hotel Deals

Hotel San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo

4.5 out of 5
877 Palm Street San Luis Obispo CA
The price is AU$469 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$469
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (698 reviews)
"Amazing downtown SLO location. Walking distance to everything downtown. Staff are super friendly and accommodating. Appreciate the simple amenities like water and snacks in the room. Will def stay here again."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Hotel San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
1212 Garden St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is AU$172 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$172
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro

4 out of 5
1126 Morro St. San Luis Obispo CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$372 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$372
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Granada Hotel & Bistro
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is AU$191 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$191
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is AU$186 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$186
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,509 reviews)
"All good."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Apple Farm

Apple Farm

3.5 out of 5
2015 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is AU$176 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$176
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Apple Farm
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on 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

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