California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Fremont Theater - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Bubblegum Alley - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 13 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 41 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 17 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 25 min walk
Restaurants
VG Cafe - 16 min walk
Firestone Grill - 18 min walk
Taco Bell - 2 min drive
Woodstock's Pizza SLO - 18 min walk
Jack in the Box - 2 min drive
About this property
Sands Inn & Suites
Sands Inn & Suites offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. You can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the spa tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A fitness center and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
70 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Free offsite parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Winery tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (2500 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Spa tub
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Sands Inn & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sands Inn & Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sands Inn & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sands Inn & Suites?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sands Inn & Suites and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Sands Inn & Suites also has a fitness center and a picnic area.
What's the area around Sands Inn & Suites like?
Sands Inn & Suites is in the heart of San Luis Obispo, a short 10-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 17 minutes' walk from Fremont Theater.
Sands Inn & Suites Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
23 December 2024
Raul
Raul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
20 December 2024
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 November 2024
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 November 2024
The beds were small and uncomfortable.
Laura
Laura, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
12 November 2024
Never again
Towels clean but dingy gray. No hair dryer in room. Shower had VERY slow drain. Furniture that tv was on had cup marks, drip marks all over it like it hadn’t been wiped in a very long time. Even though weather too cool to get into the pool the pool furniture/area was not inviting at all. The cushions were old, cracked and strewn around and no pool towels for the spa.
Angeline
Angeline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2024
Good times
Beds comfortable, staff was great- location was also great. Good times for all
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair
28 October 2024
Unfriendly and NOT handicap accessible
Emailed for a ground floor handicap accessible room. Property never responded. Gave us an upstairs room farthest from the parking lot. When I asked upon check in, was told they did not offer the size room I request on the ground level. My 90-year mother who has trouble walking had to climb approx. 20 stairs. If they had responded to my request, I would have made other arrangements.
Most of the lights in the room did not work.
Paper thin walls.
Towels and wash cloths like sandpaper.
Parking was extremely limited
Expected so much more for the price
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 October 2024
Justin
Justin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 October 2024
Ingrid
Ingrid, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
15 October 2024
CANDACE
CANDACE, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 October 2024
Excellent customer service. Very comfortable.
Judith S
Judith S, 5-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
26 September 2024
Austin
Austin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
24 September 2024
Good for the night
We only stayed a night. It got what we needed, which was a bed tjj on sleep in. We stayed in room 151, There were doors on either side of our room and we could hear everything going on in both rooms. There were not a lot of breakfast options, both waffle makers were down. However, walking to distance to breweries and restaurants.
Daniela
Daniela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Very clean motel, comfortable. Just thin walls. But great for just needing a place to stay for dropping our son off to school.
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 September 2024
Breakfast offering was definitely a plus! Convenient location and friendly staff.
Talopatina
Talopatina, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Christie
Christie, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Was a great place to stay
Shaun
Shaun, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2024
Karla
Karla, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 September 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 September 2024
Heidi M.
Heidi M., 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
Everything was really good
Cristhian
Cristhian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
4 September 2024
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 September 2024
Have stayed many time at THe SAnds.They have updated some rooms but workmanship wasn’t very good and left some important things undone just for a fancier look.
Would rather have had a bathtub plug, a sink plug and nicer towels( did get better towels upon request after first night). Very disappointed that there were absolutely no tea bags to be had. Was told it was due to budget cuts! Really? Again, over did trying to make it look nicer but cutting back on simple things most people look for.
Also no hair dryer in room(with no warning) and not asked if I would be needing one.
The pool is absolutely amazing. Very big,deep and water temperature perfect. Hot tub was very dirty as was the surrounding pool area. Outdoor furniture way past its better days.
Town is within walking distance so that was good. Overall it is a comfortable enough place just needs to figure out what is more important. Simple needs or bigger fancier furniture that isn’t going to get used.
roy
roy, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 September 2024
The property is cute but now is under construction schedule the room we got was one of the nicest one but needed more cleaning other then that the place is nice (small property which is ok)
nancy
nancy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 September 2024
Great hotel for the money. Remodeled and clean. Nice pool and hot tub.
Room was not ready at check in time.