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University Inn

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Point of interest
In the heart of San Luis Obispo, University Inn offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or catch up on your favorite show in the lobby. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Daily housekeeping
$95 nightly
The total price is $108
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
Shower/tub combination
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
Shower/tub combination
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2021
Shower/tub combination
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1825 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Luis Obispo Superior Court - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fremont Theater - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.9 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 - 24 min walk

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

University Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and on-the-go breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 39 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September
  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, 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

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

Does University Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, University Inn 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 University Inn?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at University Inn?

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

Is parking offered on site at University Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at University Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at University Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at University Inn and nearby?

University Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around University Inn like?

University Inn is in the heart of San Luis Obispo, a short 13-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 15 minutes' walk from Fremont Theater. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.

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University Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Bed
Breakfast
Location
Shower
Bathroom
Downtown
Value
Microwave

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with good options including hot sandwiches, fruit, and pastries. (21 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and staff was nice.
Crystal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The cleanliness of the Inn and the kindness and care that each and every person that works at the Inn was impressive and was very much appreciated by my Mom that stayed here.
Patricia, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great access and location, clean updated rooms

Easy access, super convenient location; plenty of parking, clean & updated rooms. Also great walking distance to food and beverage as well as to Cal Poly
Paul, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My family went on a weekend family trip to visit San Luis Obispo and the Morro Rock. Our stay at the University Inn was great. Rocky at the front desk was very helpful. The rooms were very clean, and breakfast was good too, just wished they'd service oatmeal.
Carmen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always stay here. Simple. Affordable. Clean. Not fancy, but who cares.
Marc, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and helpful staff! Will stay here again!
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Julio R, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

QUEEN BED IS ACTUALLY A FULL.

rented a QUEEN bedroom for me & my partner. we got a full size. I chose and paid specifically for a Queen size bed. FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. Beware if you book the queen room, it’s a FULL SIZE. Me and my partner slept horribly, tossing & turning, knocking elbows all night. Plus the mattress was not comfortable, you could feel the springs.
andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service, very clean, quiet, easy parking. I’ll stay here again.
Kylie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect for an overnight stay
Teena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place:)
Weiguo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and Great location

So clean and great location.
Honora, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was great for our needs. We were there to see University Cal Poly events for a grandchild, as were most of the other occupants it seemed. It worked our perfect.
Cindy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Business Trip

Room was updated, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was simple and not many choices. Overall, quiet and clean motel.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and nice stay! Very convenient parking. Breakfast available. Overall it was a good stay
Martha, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good area, however, breakfast was terrible, and the noise was bad nice dining areas to go to and the water pressure was not good awell as the toilet was running and top was left open as if thats how the toilet works.
Emma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for a quick stay in SLO

Rooms have been remodeled. From being location to downtown SLO AND Cal POLY. Good for a couple of nights stay at $150 or less nothing luxurious. Would not be the crazy prices when Cal POLY has something going on ($250+ per night).
Marisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly service and good areas for parking. Seems like they were undergoing construction at the time, so the lot was a little beat up. No construction noises disturbed us. Older structure with older amenities, but for the bargain I would stay here again.
Hanna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great quality for the price
Janine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy place to stay and like the updates
Jane, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Run down
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a comfortable stay.
Eric, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, quiet room
Michele, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, price and newly remodeled pool!

Great for what we needed. Most definitely budget-friendly route. Limited working outlets. Quiet grounds and remodeled pool is ready once it warms up! Bring your own pillow.
Tatiana, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Breakfast was the reason we chose the hotel. The breakfast was extremely poor. Location was fine.
Isela, 1-night trip