Sands Inn & Suites

Property class: 2.5

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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is located near Sands Inn & Suites, which provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and a gym. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and conference space are available to all guests.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is HK$659
HK$749 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Room options

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View all photos for Economy Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with drawers, a window with curtains, and a built-in heater.

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds (ADA)

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and floral artwork on the walls.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds (ADA)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a dresser, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a bench, and a view through a window.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a nightstand with lamps.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bedside table with lamps.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a small kitchenette.

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Located in San Luis Obispo, Sands Inn & Suites is in the city centre and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Morro Bay State Park and Pismo State Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our San Luis Obispo travel guide
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1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

  • A modern architectural building with curved surfaces and palm trees in the foreground.
    California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A building with a large, curved sign that reads "FRED."
    Fremont Theater
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A church sign with a Mass schedule and a Sacrament of Reconciliation notice.
    Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Performing Arts Center
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
    4 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station
    4 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Scout Coffee Co.
    16 min walk
  • Firestone Grill
    18 min walk
  • Lure Fish House
    17 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    2 min drive
  • Field Day Coffee
    15 min walk

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 a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities and a gym. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and conference space are available to all guests.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, meeting rooms and a banquet hall
    • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 70 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00, per accommodation, per night (maximum of 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 18 kg per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

American ExpressDiscoverJCB InternationalMastercardVisa

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands Inn & Suites?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands Inn & Suites on 20 Oct 2026 start from HK$659, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sands Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sands Inn & Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00.

Where is Sands Inn & Suites located?

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Performing Arts Center and French Hospital Medical Center. San Luis Obispo County Library and San Luis Obispo Superior Court are also within 1 mile (2 km). San Luis Obispo Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 727 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 727 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 727 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 727 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 727 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room And very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel room. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I really liked how new the furnishings were and how clean and fresh the room was, it exceeded my expectations for being an outdoor access to your room type of hotel. The staff were quite pleasant at check-in and check-out, too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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I like this hotel. This is the second time I’ve stayed here. I love the showers here. The rooms are nice and the staff are friendly. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute property. Nice pool. Good breakfast. Clean rooms. Affordable. Very pleased with the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The A/C units are super loud and go off all night (about every 10 minutes) because it was a hot night. Apparently some of the king suites have minisplits which are much quieter. We will book those next time. The location is good and the staff were very nice and helpful. Rooms are quite dated, nothing like the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk gentleman friendly helpful. Clean room was good. Some smells moldy. Poor Breakfast Parking & pool good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The people were friendly. The room was clean. The food was made. The only negative would be the TV was not working. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great Loved the free breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was extremely kind and helpful as I had a medical emergency and had to leave earlier than expected
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms are spacious and clean, some minor maintenance such as venting fan in the bathroom or TV remote, etc, are not done well. The included breakfast is not great but can’t beat the price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms are clean and comfortable Breakfast had a wide variety of items. Good value for the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice two night stay. Breakfast was good. Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean rooms, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location and price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our first room had AC not working, lotion and body wash missing (holders there but no containers), bathroom window screen missing. They moved us to a new room the 2nd time I brought up the AC. 2nd room had everything intact and working and better wifi connection. There is a sign up at the desk saying the TVs weren’t working and it was something out of their control. They also advertise laundry facilities but we were told those were not working also. Pool and hot tub looked nice. Bed was comfortable. Location was good. Breakfast was decent with scrambled eggs and sausage, bagels, instant oatmeal, etc. Would stay here again in spite of the issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Breakfast offering had a large variety of different items and the area was safe and secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean and staff friendly. The rooms are nice. Pool clean and parking was safe. Best, it was close to SLO.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast had a good variety of items available. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Last time that I stayed here, they only had a continental free breakfast. They have made it much better with eggs, sausage, waffles, and other good options. The staff is super friendly. The rooms were clean and comfortable. We got 3 rooms. My sister thought her bed felt too firm, but the rest of us were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and staff was very friendly! Great location and plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026