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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Private kitchen
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Bathroom

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • 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 - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

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

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Consider a stay at Sands Inn & Suites and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • A computer station, meeting rooms, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,500 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 24
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

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 - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 24 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sands Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sands Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 24 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Sands Inn & Suites located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Fremont Theater, and Performing Arts Center. French Hospital Medical Center and San Luis Obispo County Library are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 242 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent location, comfy beds, easy parking, charming!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Good stay and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Perfect location close to downtown and close to the college plus right off the freeway. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The two queens room was quiet and the suit was more comfortable. They were both good options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Renovations looked great! Staff was nice! Almost nice of the plug-ins in our room worked tho, lol
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Nice room - great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

My stay was great :) beautiful room. Comfy bed. I had to get two beds and the only available one was the accessible room but that meant big shower which was nice! The pool was lovely. Parking was good. Doesn’t matter where you park all the rooms are close by. No complaints. It was a 1 night stay but I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Great location, staff seemed unfriendly , place tried and failed on the remodel, like they had their way skilled cousin do the work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Room was a little dated but very clean and spacious. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Property was great! They were understaffed at breakfast. When we got to breakfast right when they opened, they had already run out of scrambled eggs. We waited 15 minutes but then had to go because we had reservations at Hearst Castle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place to stay on such short notice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Good room and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

All was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Excellent location, room and staff. Great value for family stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Good . One negative is We stayed 2 night but they didnt replace the towels for 2nd day. Ok for price and pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10

It’s ok not a place I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10

Clean facility but overpriced comparing to similar hotels
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

First time out there for a tournament and I would deff. go back to this hotel if in the area again!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Its was nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10

We were not able to use pool jacuzzi... large group of children using it as a jumping pool for hours. From check in time til after 9. The parents were drinking and playing loud music. It was too loud and we didnt get to soak at all after a long drive. Water was green next morning. Unregulated pool area made it not feel inclusive and allowed others to be rude and inconsiderate for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025