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Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen
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Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds (ADA)

Double Room, 2 Double Beds (ADA)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

An outdoor pool, a fitness center, and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free buffet 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 hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

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

Our customers tell us 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 buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and conference space
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Just a 2-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 center. 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 meters) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a 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 free buffet 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet 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
  • 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)
  • 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 available
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (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 USD 75.00 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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

Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 631 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamikia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and nice staff :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zulima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay, will definitely stay again at this location next time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was very friendly! Great location and plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, our suite was very clean and spacious. Also, the staff was very friendly and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayakumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome Experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Great parking for my oversized vehicle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price. Rooms are spacious, in great conditions, and with amazing furniture. 20 minute walk from downtown and Cal Poly. Highly recommend for your stay in SLO.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent bed. Great bath with rain shower head and wand attachment. Decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff Clean room Safe location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spacious room. Good shower. Nic breakfast. Ten minutes from downtown SLO.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

W Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and the beds comfortable. The gentleman who greated us was very kind and sociable. There grounds were kept very clean, as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really appreciated the bountiful breakfast in the morning with hot scrambled eggs, waffles, and a nice choice of other tasty breakfast food. The fitness center had a nice variety in equipment, more than I've noticed at most motels that have fitness rooms. Also, the pool and hot tub we're clean and good condition. And they covered garage, we were able to charge our AE at Level 1 overnight, increasing the kilowatt hours from 57% up to 72%,, for free.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, comfortable bed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Angel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our unit smelled like sewage and hairs on nightstand :(
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paula Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our room had a plumbing problem and they were very responsive despite our late checkout. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access from Highway and close to downtown amenities, breakfast is as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and the staff was great. The air conditioner was loud, but I was still able to sleep. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t make it to the gym or breakfast. Didn’t have time. Overall, my stay was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed very comfortable and a very beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel! Front desk very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed here several times for business and this is always our "go to" when we know we need to be in the area. It is always Comfortable and clean and that staff is top shelf!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025