Nestled in the California mountains of San Luis Obispo, Avenue Inn is a charming and intimate hotel. It provides its guests with the perfect getaway from the noise and chaos of their everyday life. With shopping, vineyards, the ocean, and mountains within easy reach, San Luis Obispo - otherwise known as SLO - is a captivating destination for all travelers.
Famous for its sunny-time-days, there's always a good reason to get outside. From hiking and biking to surfboarding and kayaking to Farmer's Market outings, your outdoor activity will be heightened by gorgeous views of the valley coast. There is also plenty of art galleries, kid-friendly museums, charming shops, and upscale restaurants to enjoy in downtown SLO.
Famous for its sunny-time-days, there's always a good reason to get outside. From hiking and biking to surfboarding and kayaking to Farmer's Market outings, your outdoor activity will be heightened by gorgeous views of the valley coast. There is also plenty of art galleries, kid-friendly museums, charming shops, and upscale restaurants to enjoy in downtown SLO.
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Our intimate and charming guestrooms will provide you with the perfect getaway, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Kick back and relax in our oh-so-comfy beds, complete with a premium mattress, white and silky linens, and plush pillows. Start each morning with a steaming cup of coffee in hand, made with an in-room coffee maker.
Experience luxury and comfort in our Queen guestrooms equipped with one Queen bed large enough to accommodate a maximum of two adults. A 40 cable flat-screen TV with HBO/ESPN channels and high-speed internet access is available for your entertainment. You are sure to have a restful stay with our premium mattresses, soundproof walls, and air temperature controls.
The following guest reviews are submitted by guests after their stay at the Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo. These reviews are the opinions of the guest that reflect their experience at this property. Please enter the valid email address used to book your stay at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo to write a review.
There is much to do and see in San Luis Obispo and its surrounding area. Take a ten-mile drive to Pismo Beach to enjoy its pristine coastline and crashing waves. Surf shops, cafes, and fish and chips restaurants pack the main downtown area. The Fisherman's Village near Morro Bay is also a great day trip option.
To book an accessible room, please select the appropriate room type, which can be found below (based on availability). Find all of our property's accessibility features listed here. Please contact us directly at Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo for any special requests and our friendly staff will be happy to assist.
Reviews (22)
Jeff B.
Dec 17, 2021
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I reviewed this motel in the past and it was wonderful, but our last stay was anything but... something's changed. Our room had a popcorn, asbestos ceiling which appeared to have a past leak (health danger) as well as a shower curtain rod was was half-detached, causing a wet bathroom floor (isn't there maintenance here?). Also asked for a quiet room and the totally uninterested desk clerk gave us a room at the top of the stairs with lots of foot traffic. Told all this to the owner(?) at check out, and he couldn't have cared less. We're done here.
Bob Connolly
Nov 24, 2021
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Alexandra Richomme
Nov 17, 2021
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Decent hotel. Good lighting/feels safe. Walkable to downtown. Just average overall though! We paid way too much for one night (333 after taxes)
Update: I will say the whole area was expensive for this night in particular for some reason (no festivals or special events to my knowledge), AND this was the cheaper option by maybe $50 a night for a place in walking distance to downtown.
Update: I will say the whole area was expensive for this night in particular for some reason (no festivals or special events to my knowledge), AND this was the cheaper option by maybe $50 a night for a place in walking distance to downtown.
Dani N.
Nov 01, 2021
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Worst hotel experience ever. the desk clerk is completely unprofessional and complained about me "not calling ahead of time" the day of my stay even if I already had my reservation for weeks. besides that the place felt dirty and honestly not better than a random motel. if I could give it no stars I would
Jerry Tubbs
Oct 30, 2021
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Pete Kinkead
Sep 22, 2021
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Adriana C.
Sep 06, 2021
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It was quiet which was nice. I loved how it was close to everything.
My only two complaints would be how the second room has no tv and no air conditioning so it had zero air flow I went for my birthday and my two friends stayed in the second room and they actually drove to a Target and bought a fan.. because it was so hot for them
And then the second complaint would be that when we first got there I always inspect everywhere I stay so I look in the bathroom and the toilet paper on the roll already is used it was not a full roll it was used already.
But other than That it was pretty clean.
My only two complaints would be how the second room has no tv and no air conditioning so it had zero air flow I went for my birthday and my two friends stayed in the second room and they actually drove to a Target and bought a fan.. because it was so hot for them
And then the second complaint would be that when we first got there I always inspect everywhere I stay so I look in the bathroom and the toilet paper on the roll already is used it was not a full roll it was used already.
But other than That it was pretty clean.
Sam S.
Aug 29, 2021
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Found this place on Expedia last minute. Check in was easy and the people at the front counter were very friendly. The rooms are super small (2 double beds) with hardly any room for 2 adults to do anything but sleep. The beds however were very comfortable. I slept extremely well for being away from home. The bathroom has been remodeled and everything was clean and neat. I would recommend this place only if you need some where to sleep.
Jon M.
Aug 19, 2021
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Nick F.
Aug 06, 2021
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Jess Be
Aug 05, 2021
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It's definitely nothing special especially for the price. The front desk staff were miserable but the housekeeping staff were fantastic. The rooms were very clean with a fridge, microwave and a coffee maker. I recommend bringing your own filtered water for the coffee machine as it really affects the taste using sink water.
Great location, minutes walk to Downtown. Beautiful view of Marsh or "Madonna" mountain. Right off the freeway.
Great location, minutes walk to Downtown. Beautiful view of Marsh or "Madonna" mountain. Right off the freeway.
Jackson H.
Aug 02, 2021
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Olivia Everitt
Jul 24, 2021
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Jennifer H.
Jul 23, 2021
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I spent one night at this place and was surprised! It felt clean, but I still wiped down all high touch surface area's with my Clorox wipes. We had a room with a King bed and the bed was pretty comfortable! This place also came with free parking, which is always a plus when booking a room, and it was quiet when we got there. I will say that this place was slightly more expensive than the other hotel's we stayed at during our vacation at over $120 a night.
From what I remember, this place is located right across the street from a gas station, and there are several restaurants and small
From what I remember, this place is located right across the street from a gas station, and there are several restaurants and small
Ohad P.
Jul 13, 2021
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I spent four nights at The Avenue Inn, which means I was there for 5 whole days.
I've stayed at several of the well-rated budget motels in SLO before, including the Los Padres, The Lamplighter, and the Best Western, but the Avenue is the best. It is slightly more expensive than Los Padres, cheaper than Best Western, but better than both.
The rooms are spotless clean and the beds are comfortable. Wall-mounted A/C works perfectly.
As other reviewers have mentioned, the location is incredible. It is a 5 minute walk to downtown. Pismo is 15 minutes away to the south and Morro Bay is 15 minutes
I've stayed at several of the well-rated budget motels in SLO before, including the Los Padres, The Lamplighter, and the Best Western, but the Avenue is the best. It is slightly more expensive than Los Padres, cheaper than Best Western, but better than both.
The rooms are spotless clean and the beds are comfortable. Wall-mounted A/C works perfectly.
As other reviewers have mentioned, the location is incredible. It is a 5 minute walk to downtown. Pismo is 15 minutes away to the south and Morro Bay is 15 minutes
Jeff H.
Jul 12, 2021
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Bummer of a place.
Asked to be downgraded from premium room with King bed to two twins. Didn't request discount or money back just two twins.
They wanted a 35% INCREASE in nightly rate!!!
They said they'd rather win and have us loose. As long as they win!
No effort to do the right thing. No compromise.
I'd rather sleep on the floor than pay extra for a downgraded room. Especially when they had availability.
Not how I was raised.
#PriceGouge
#StaySomePlaceElse
Asked to be downgraded from premium room with King bed to two twins. Didn't request discount or money back just two twins.
They wanted a 35% INCREASE in nightly rate!!!
They said they'd rather win and have us loose. As long as they win!
No effort to do the right thing. No compromise.
I'd rather sleep on the floor than pay extra for a downgraded room. Especially when they had availability.
Not how I was raised.
#PriceGouge
#StaySomePlaceElse
Jillian F.
Jun 15, 2021
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We really enjoyed our stay at Avenue Inn! The room was clean and they had COVID safety measures in place when we checked in (requiring masks, barriers, etc). It's right off the freeway (but we didn't hear any traffic) and super close to basically anywhere you'd want to go downtown. It's also only about a 15 minute drive from the nearby wineries. We'd definitely stay here again.
Jessica B.
May 29, 2021
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We stayed here for 2 nights and it was pretty nice. The bf and I decided to go on a mini road trip and stop here along the way. This inn is really easy to find. We had a late check in (11:30pm) and they have someone present for late check ins which was great. We stayed in room 209. This room was clean, bed was comfortable and it was completely clean. We were able to find parking inside the inn at all times but be weary that on some busy weekends, the parking lot might fill up as one night we were there we legit got the last parking spot. Check out process was smooth. This inn is located near many
Tori B.
Oct 11, 2020
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This is a good little hotel in a fantastic location. This five star rating it's not meant as a comparison to the Ritz Carlton. It's a five star rating of hotels of a similar class and price point in this area.
The person who checked us in was lovely. She was very sweet and extremely helpful! Our room was clean and comfortable. Due to Covid, I generally bring sanitizing wipes and wipe down all of the surfaces. When I did it here, they were immaculate.
You can walk the entirety of downtown from the hotel. No need to drive at all. That being said, it is removed enough from the business district
The person who checked us in was lovely. She was very sweet and extremely helpful! Our room was clean and comfortable. Due to Covid, I generally bring sanitizing wipes and wipe down all of the surfaces. When I did it here, they were immaculate.
You can walk the entirety of downtown from the hotel. No need to drive at all. That being said, it is removed enough from the business district
Ronnie V.
Aug 11, 2020
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Wow! I arrived early (noontime) and the front desk put my room together immediately. The manager told me that they were sold out last night. I believe it too, both Hilton's were sold out. I was in my room in five minutes. The room had recently been remodeled and it had one of the biggest flat screen televisions I'd seen in a motel. Three words; I'll be back!
Silvia G.
Jul 08, 2019
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Basic hotel room in SLO. It was good for our short getaway:
*One of the lowest prices during 7/4 holiday
*Clean room, seems renovated
*Close to attractions downtown
*Closet is walk in but a bit narrow l and it has no light inside
*Fridge inside the room
*Conditioning shampoo not the best, definitely need to bring your own conditioner
*Includes Shower cap
*Outside corridors
*Limited parking, complimentary
*Check in was easy, friendly front desk agent
*Wifi worked well, also complimentary
Would recommend for a no frills stay. All the places we went to were a few minutes away in a car. Probably
*One of the lowest prices during 7/4 holiday
*Clean room, seems renovated
*Close to attractions downtown
*Closet is walk in but a bit narrow l and it has no light inside
*Fridge inside the room
*Conditioning shampoo not the best, definitely need to bring your own conditioner
*Includes Shower cap
*Outside corridors
*Limited parking, complimentary
*Check in was easy, friendly front desk agent
*Wifi worked well, also complimentary
Would recommend for a no frills stay. All the places we went to were a few minutes away in a car. Probably
Jacqueline S.
Apr 11, 2019
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What a nice place! Easy to get to from the freeway, quiet, windows that open from better sleeping (IMHO) and a friendly staff. There are lots of"extra touches" that made us comfortable, clean new linens and bed was perfect, we had one Queen. Total price on Expedia was $90. Well worth the price.
Bathroom and furnishings were updated and current; nice pillows, clean. We enjoyed the colorful geraniums and nice looking hotel.
Easy walk to restaurants (Big Sky, Side Car) and spectacular bakery next door House of Bread . All recommended!
Bathroom and furnishings were updated and current; nice pillows, clean. We enjoyed the colorful geraniums and nice looking hotel.
Easy walk to restaurants (Big Sky, Side Car) and spectacular bakery next door House of Bread . All recommended!
