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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
City-center San Luis Obispo motel with outdoor pool

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Spa tub
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fremont Theater - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 13 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 41 min drive
  • Grover Beach Station - 17 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Located in the entertainment district, Sands Inn & Suites is a great choice for a stay in San Luis Obispo. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the spa tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A fitness center and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 70 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 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
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 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 allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
    • Free offsite parking nearby
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (2500 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Sands Inn
Sands Inn San Luis Obispo
Sands San Luis Obispo
Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn And Suites
Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Sands Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn & Suites Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Inn & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sands Inn & Suites 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.
Is there a pool at Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sands Inn & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sands Inn & Suites?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sands Inn & Suites and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Sands Inn & Suites also has a fitness center and a picnic area.
What's the area around Sands Inn & Suites like?
Sands Inn & Suites is in the heart of San Luis Obispo, a short 10-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 17 minutes' walk from Fremont Theater.

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Raul, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lynne, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The beds were small and uncomfortable.
Laura, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Never again
Towels clean but dingy gray. No hair dryer in room. Shower had VERY slow drain. Furniture that tv was on had cup marks, drip marks all over it like it hadn’t been wiped in a very long time. Even though weather too cool to get into the pool the pool furniture/area was not inviting at all. The cushions were old, cracked and strewn around and no pool towels for the spa.
Angeline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good times
Beds comfortable, staff was great- location was also great. Good times for all
Rebecca, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair

Unfriendly and NOT handicap accessible
Emailed for a ground floor handicap accessible room. Property never responded. Gave us an upstairs room farthest from the parking lot. When I asked upon check in, was told they did not offer the size room I request on the ground level. My 90-year mother who has trouble walking had to climb approx. 20 stairs. If they had responded to my request, I would have made other arrangements. Most of the lights in the room did not work. Paper thin walls. Towels and wash cloths like sandpaper. Parking was extremely limited Expected so much more for the price
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Justin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Ingrid, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

CANDACE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent customer service. Very comfortable.
Judith S, 5-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Austin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good for the night
We only stayed a night. It got what we needed, which was a bed tjj on sleep in. We stayed in room 151, There were doors on either side of our room and we could hear everything going on in both rooms. There were not a lot of breakfast options, both waffle makers were down. However, walking to distance to breweries and restaurants.
Daniela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean motel, comfortable. Just thin walls. But great for just needing a place to stay for dropping our son off to school.
Valerie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Breakfast offering was definitely a plus! Convenient location and friendly staff.
Talopatina, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Christie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was a great place to stay
Shaun, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Karla, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Heidi M., 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was really good
Cristhian, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

David, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Have stayed many time at THe SAnds.They have updated some rooms but workmanship wasn’t very good and left some important things undone just for a fancier look. Would rather have had a bathtub plug, a sink plug and nicer towels( did get better towels upon request after first night). Very disappointed that there were absolutely no tea bags to be had. Was told it was due to budget cuts! Really? Again, over did trying to make it look nicer but cutting back on simple things most people look for. Also no hair dryer in room(with no warning) and not asked if I would be needing one. The pool is absolutely amazing. Very big,deep and water temperature perfect. Hot tub was very dirty as was the surrounding pool area. Outdoor furniture way past its better days. Town is within walking distance so that was good. Overall it is a comfortable enough place just needs to figure out what is more important. Simple needs or bigger fancier furniture that isn’t going to get used.
roy, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

The property is cute but now is under construction schedule the room we got was one of the nicest one but needed more cleaning other then that the place is nice (small property which is ok)
nancy, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Great hotel for the money. Remodeled and clean. Nice pool and hot tub. Room was not ready at check in time.
Melinda, 1-night family trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"I had a good experience at Sands Inn & Suites, nice room, bathroom gym Awesome"
Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Luxury Linens
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM