SANDS INN & SUITES, San Luis Obispo – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
Sands Inn & Suites - Downtown hotel with free WiFi near California Polytechnic State University
Sands Inn & Suites is a 5-minute walk from downtown San Luis Obispo, known for its restaurants, breweries, galleries, and shops. The hotel offers free WiFi, free gym access, parking, and an outdoor pool and spa. It features a fitness center with three types of cardio equipment, select-rise machines, and kettle balls. The property is a 10-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University and 10 km from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport. San Luis Obispo is named one of the nation's 'Best Adventure Towns' by National Geographic Travel.
Additional perks of the hotel
Spacious meeting space accommodating up to 50 guests
Outdoor pool and spa
Wheelchair-accessible rooms with ADA-compliant features
Proximity to ATV riding in Pismo Beach, horseback riding on Madonna Inn Trails, and Avila Beach
Virtual Google tour available
Rooms
Sands Inn & Suites offers single queen rooms with pillow-top mattresses, triple-sheeted bedding, and fluffy pillows. King Suites include a separate living room area for privacy. ADA rooms feature wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, shower chairs, adjustable showerheads, grab bars, and visual smoke alarms. All rooms have 42-inch flat-screen TVs, tables with chairs, and sofa beds for extra seating or sleeping.
Other conveniences
Coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, and iron + ironing board in rooms
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel in ADA rooms
Raised toilet and grab bars in ADA bathrooms
Kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave in select rooms
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Housekeeping
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
I had a comfortable stay at the hotel in a great location. The rooms were clean and quiet, but initially had limited amenities. The service was friendly and professional, although there was an excess of air freshener. The location was convenient for my needs but lacked maintenance in certain areas. The dining options were decent with good breakfast choices. Overall, it was a pleasant stay at a reasonable price.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable but had some cleanliness issues. The service was friendly overall, but the front desk could improve. The location was convenient but had noise concerns.
Our stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious with two queen beds and a very large bathroom, but unfortunately posed a significant health and safety risk. The location was convenient, near a music festival and close to downtown SLO, yet it did not support peaceful sleep due to outside noise. The dining options were adequate but lacked ambiance, with disposable plates and cutlery used. Despite some drawbacks, the hotel offered excellent dining choices and saved us time and money by providing meals according to health guidelines.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, although somewhat worn and small, were at the end of the building, ensuring some privacy; however, they lacked cleanliness, and sound insulation was poor. The service was exceptional, with the staff being very kind, accommodating, and responsive, going as far as upgrading our room when an issue arose. The location was convenient for various needs, with easy access to the freeway and downtown, although there were some minor inconveniences like the smell upon entry. The dining options were satisfactory, offering a mix of hot and cold dishes, but some hygiene issues were noted. Despite the drawbacks, the pool and hot tub were enjoyable facilities on-site.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were beautiful, clean, and comfortable, providing everything I could expect. However, my room wasn't quite ready upon arrival, and the pool area could use some improvements.