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University Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1825 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    13 min walk
  • Fremont Theater
    15 min walk
  • French Hospital Medical Center
    17 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    12 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is AU$251
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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About the area

San Luis Obispo

University Inn puts you in the heart of San Luis Obispo, within a 20-minute stroll of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Fremont Theater. Highlights at this motel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a television in a common area. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a vending machine. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this San Luis Obispo motel include Performing Arts Center and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.
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What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 13 min walk
  • Fremont Theater - 15 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo Superior Court - 18 min walk
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk

About this property

University Inn

Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a television in common area are also featured at University Inn. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of University Inn was completed in July 2021.

This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
University Inn offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

San Luis Obispo Travelodge
Travelodge Motel San Luis Obispo
University Inn Motel
San Luis Obispo Travel Lodge
Travel Lodge San Luis Obispo
Travelodge San Luis Obispo Hotel San Luis Obispo
Travelodge San Luis Obispo Motel
University Inn San Luis Obispo
University Inn Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at University Inn?

University Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at University Inn?

Yep, University Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to University Inn?

The closest beach to University Inn is Avila Beach (14.4 km).

Does University Inn have a pool?

University Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Does University Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, free on-the-go brekkie is offered daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at University Inn?

No, University Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at University Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at University Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

University Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 418 out of 963 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 963 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 963 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 963 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 963 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel for the price
We picked up this room night at the last minute and got a fantastic price. Room was clean and spacious. Service was friendly enough Wi-Fi iffy and the breakfast was basically microwaved sandwiches but for the price it was clean and safe and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Carrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Not bad for the price.
The hotel was under construction and the parking lot was hard to navigate. The check in was great, friendly staff. The room was good, just on the older side. Very quiet, the breakfast was minimal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Next time you take time off dont
We've stayed with this hotel many nights over 4 years and the regular couple are usually lovely I don't know who filled in this time but they were rude gruf and didn't know their job
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Steven

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Look Elsewhere
First impressions say a lot, and it seemed like we were inconveniencing the man at the front desk. It didn't get much better from there. The parking lot is falling apart, and no speck of greenery can be found. Once we got in the room, we set my computers on the desk, only to find no outlets anywhere other than in the bathroom and on the nightstand between the beds. One bed didn't even have a fitted sheet, so you slept on top of the mattress pad. To make coffee or tea, there is a Keurig, which only one person can use at a time, causing a long line. When checking out, there was no one in sight, just a basket with a sign to leave your key in it. And the swimming pool is still under construction, with work starting right at 7:00 AM. Wood being thrown around, electric saws, truck blocking the driveway, you name it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kirk

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positive - room had been updated and was nice. Large and well equipped. Room for improvement - exterior fairly run down. Looks like they’re putting money into building a small swimming pool - probably not money well spent. Poor - honestly, the worst “continental breakfast” I’ve ever seen. Two prepackaged food options - both gross - and a banana. Had to go offsite to get food for my family - this was not acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Salvador

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a one night stay. Rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Joy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Olesya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The area around is under construction now, so there is a lot of dust around parking lot. The staff was nice. Morning breakfast - limited choice (bananas, cheese sandwich and meat sandwich), only one coffee machine and a big line. The microwave kept turning off when people were trying to warm up sandwiches. The room had enough space for 2 people, and clean. However, there was constant pipe (or smth else outside) buzzing noise through the night. We arrived late and wanted to go straight to bed, so didn't go to reception to ask to switch rooms. Overall ok but could have been better
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little property with construction occurring which understandably diminished the overall experience…but will improve with that completed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric, Poway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A suitable room in a very convenient location at a low(er) price.There's construction on the site: pool, property fence, bare dirt from recent utility trenching. This will be more charming once the work is done. Clean, comfortable bed. Level 2 EV charger w/J1772 plug for a flat fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Mila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was just cheap and bare.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Swimming pool is under construction. The entrance is also the exit and the path to parking narrows to a single lane before going to parking. Continental breakfast is standard at best. The rooms are nice and well kept. The location is good for area dining options and freeway access. Overall a decent value choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and comfortable. They are in the process of updating them. They need some sort of comfy chair as another option to sit other than the bed. Could also use a coffee maker in the room. Staff was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap/hard beds. Low-quality liquid soaps/shampoo. Only 2 towels provided for double queen room. Overall, low-quality amenities. It felt like costs were cut to the point that customer satisfaction was not the goal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Nick

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjurita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, kind and very friendly manager!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

KIRSTEN, Martinez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was genuine and accommodating. Check-in was a breeze and the room was clean. The Inn is close to everything and we will definitely be back the next time we are in San Luis Obispo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Vicki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property looks better in photos than it actually is. There was a hair on the toilet seat. Wobbly toilet base. Strange bed base. Heavy chemical smell as I walked in. Breakfast was over ripe bananas with 2 plastic wrapped items which I don’t know exactly what they were. You can’t call that breakfast. Very 2 star motel vibe. I was expecting more. The front desk staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the beds comfortable. The lighting in the room was a too bright and wish there was a better low light option.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024