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University Inn

University Inn
University Inn – San Luis Obispo, CA
University Inn – San Luis Obispo, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About University Inn

Offering a seasonal outdoor pool, this hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from California Polytechnic State University. Free Wi-Fi access is available. A continental breakfast is served to all guests daily. All rooms provide air-conditioning, a cable TV and an private bathroom with a hairdryer at University Inn at San Luis Obispo. A microwave, a small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities are also included. Guests can take advantage of a business center with fax and photocopying services at University Inn at San Luis Obispo. Free parking is available on site. Pismo Beach is 9 miles from the hotel. Laguna Lake Municipal Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive from University Inn at San Luis Obispo.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • EV charging

Reviews

4.0 / 5
Great 1011 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The free "breakfast" is a plastic-wrapped cold jimmy dean breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee. If you want an apple juice or a water, you have to pay. That's it. Other than that, pretty mediocre little motel. Room is small, fairly clean, pillows are tiny, street is noisy, staff is unhelpful.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    It’s an older facility and the exterior is in need of paint. Driveway is narrow and precarious as it is two way. Parking is tight and exiting the property can be precarious due to the proximity of a traffic light on the left and on coming traffic to your right coming off the freeway. Rooms have been updated. Had to hunt for the hair dryer which was in the chest of drawers along with an extra pillow. Bed is satisfactory but pillows are small and lumpy. For the price it’s satisfactory. Managers are very pleasant and helpful.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    If you’re looking for bare minimum and clean, stay here. Pillows were so small and there weren’t extra blankets offered. The hours of check in and out do not allow time to be in the pool much at all. It closes at 6pm. If you’re looking for a clean place to sleep, wake up and leave, it’s great. If you’d like something more, don’t stay here

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room was clean

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I booked the room for the pool, I was able to do some laps (very short ones, but just did a lot). We couldn't open the curtains because it opens to the walkway so it was dark inside the room.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I’ll be back!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room was overall clean, but the pillows were pretty small. The shower and the AC made a weird noise. Stay was good for 1 night, but probably wouldn’t be the best option for multiple nights. Good walking distance to things though

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This place is adequate. Not fancy, but a good price.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Friendly staff, ample parking, clean room.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The faucet in the Bathroom was not even connected. It was an easy fix the was not done. When called to the attention of the front desk they were dismissive and said "oh a plumber was called" Paint was peeling around the frames of the room doors. Staff was rude questioning my daughter's honesty to not party even when told she had my granddaughter with her. I will not use the hotel again. Lousy room maintenance --poor upkeep of facility - rude staff. Three strikes.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Clean and cheap room for slo. The breakfast could be improved.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very nice clean room. Staff was warm and welcoming.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We were very impressed with the breakfast and coffee service and were delighted to have made service daily. That is unusual these days! The property was also very up-dated and beautiful. Everything we could want!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    No parking places. Horrible parking. For breakfast they did not have drinks just a sign that read $1 for water and juice. When we arrived I rang a doorbell for assistance and it took a long time to get someone. Definitely overpriced. When I took my shower it kept whistling and I couldn’t get it to stop.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    GREAT experience. Will use this hotel when I come into SLO again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We had a wonderful stay! The location is very convenient, just a short distance from Cal Poly SLO and easy to get around San Luis Obispo.The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made us feel at home right away. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing, making our stay even more enjoyable.We would definitely recommend this place and would be happy to stay here again!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Room was clean Breakfast

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Lovely, kind staff. No frills but very clean room and premises, convenient location

Frequently asked questions about University Inn

Does University Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, University Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does University Inn offer parking?
Yes, University Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does University Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. University Inn offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does University Inn have a fitness center?
University Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is University Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
University Inn is located at 1825 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. With a Walk Score of 67, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

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