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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

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Free daily continental breakfast
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry

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1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette) | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Motel with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
An outdoor pool, a fitness centre and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, laundry facilities and a computer station.
Sands Inn & Suites offers 70 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sands Inn & Suites. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Just a 1-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 10 minutes from Avila Hot Springs
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Sands Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this motel measures 2500 square feet (225 square metres) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Sands Inn & Suites. Free self parking is available.

This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

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
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD75.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Reviews

Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 402 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rosie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Just satisfied

It was clean considering they were Somewhat still under remodel Maids didn’t clean room as often as expected, even when I hung the service sign on door but I found out since we were extended stay we needed to request that Our room was spacious and equipped with a kitchen but I had to ask front desk for plates, pots, pans and utensils (hopefully they start to leave those in the rooms) Also the coffee pot was tiny Needs a regular size carafe There Complimentary breakfast could have been better … the location was good but quit noisy for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Parneet

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pull out sofa/ mattress was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pool area was big. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Trina, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was fine for the weekend. Would stay at the place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the renovated room. It’s spacious and clean. A mile away from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fransisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The suite was clean and kept up with.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend!

We had a little issue at check-in that forced us to stay at a nearby hotel for the first night, but management at Sands Inn & Suites was very nice and worked with us to solve the issue promptly. The rest of our stay was flawless, and I would definitely recommend staying here. The rooms aren't as updated as some of the other hotels in the area but they have everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a very hospitable staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the price!

The staff at check was very short with me and didn't seem to want to hear or answer much of a question I had. She didn't feel welcoming nor provided any info about the amenities of the hotel. The rooms are old and not like the pictures online. I could hear the people on the room next door talking and watching TV. The sink water was not going down in our room. No towels at the pool. The breakfast was not very "continental". The price for one night seemed high for a stay at this hotel.
Water not going down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hanafi, Beverly Hills

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maybe, they should do a better job on cleaning the floor. It was dirty and dusty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy, Culver City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025