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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Central to the downtown action, Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo offers a convenient retreat. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine or grocery store and enjoy free self-parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Air conditioning
  • Convenience store
  • Vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CNY556
CNY631 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(131 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
345 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • Cerro San Luis Obispo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fremont Theater - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 10 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 39 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 21 min walk
  • Grover Beach Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Street Market & Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kreuzberg Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shake Fresh Noodle - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nautical Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lokum Turkish Coffee & Pastries - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

At Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach Pier. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and central location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo like?

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo is in Lower Higuera, a short 9-minute walk from Bubblegum Alley and 9 minutes' walk from Downtown SLO Farmers' Market. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Reviews

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient, free, and easily accessible for guests. (14 reviews)
  • The property offers easy access to numerous restaurants, bars, and dining options within walking distance. (9 reviews)
  • The air conditioning unit was quiet and kept the room cool and comfortable. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Bed
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Parking
Value
Towns
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Walking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Easy stop on road trip that is super conveniently located, safe and clean.
Kara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, staff efficient.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value hotel, short walk to downtown SLO, rooms spotless parking easy
Stewart, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is great for the price. Staff are helpful and efficient. Pillows could use an upgrade.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was nice.
Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I would stay again.

Every thing went well no complaints I had a pleasant stay.
Eric, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location for proximity to downtown
Alyssa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very comfortable bed
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place
Oscar, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything was good enough and you get what you pay for it. Not an upscale location, but it did the job. Nice people. Great location.
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean but small room Bathroom is spacious Near the main drag of town and easy on/off highway
Catherine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location.

Great location. Great staff. Our SLO first choice.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, daily service, nice location, friendly and attentive staff! I definitely will recommend this place.
Oleksiy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place walking distance from downtown and with professional and supportive staff.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The little things

Enjoyed my stay. Love that they offer little extras like additional blanket, pillow, etc. Would stay again.
Brittney, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly, air conditioning, excellent room service
LUIS, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice stay
Ning, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall great stay and will stay here again
Kristin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at Avenue Inn is great, check in was easy and they were very helpful with in formation on things to do and places to eat etc.
Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simple.. clean.. good folks running it.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location, room was nice and close to town, restaurants and entertainment. I would recommend staying here.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little place to stay, very nice updated room and the staff was awesome.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ironworker

Nice place and affordable
marshal, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a quick stay. Very clear communication and nice staff. Next door to a bakery which is awesome in the morning. Would stay again.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was the perfect option for a short stay. Seemingly newly renovated, and very quiet.
Owen, 1-night trip