Sands Inn & Suites

Hotels
7.8 (579 reviews)
1930 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Good location
Nice pool and spa
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable beds for some
Disappointing breakfast options
Lack of EV charging facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
There were mentions of stains on the towels and not as clean as expected.
Service
8.8
Overall, staff were friendly, but some service experiences were not satisfactory.
Location
8.8
Great location with easy access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were spacious, but some reported uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
7.3
Pool and spa facilities were nice, but some amenities like EV chargers were disappointing.
Value for Money
7.8
Considered to be a fair price for the quality, but some guests felt rates were high for older facilities.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast was noted as awesome, though there were mentions of issues with breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
7.8
Pleasant stay with some issues, but generally a positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 19:21

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Free Wi-Fi

Enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool at Sands Inn & Suites, conveniently located off Highway 101. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi in all rooms, perfect for both leisure and business travelers.

Convenient Amenities

Relax in rooms equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Unwind with a DVD player and work desk available in each room. Guests can also take advantage of the hot tub and sun deck for ultimate relaxation.

Nearby Attractions

Explore the nearby California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, and Old Mission Church. End your day with a visit to Tolosa Winery, all just a short drive away.

Book now to experience comfort and convenience at Sands Inn & Suites in San Luis Obispo!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBP

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 579 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Nazario • family_with_children • mx
10
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Jacobo • family_with_children • es
8
Hotel muy apropiado para hacer escala en viajes en familia por California
Pros:

Limpieza,precio.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Gaiana • family_with_children • us
5
The value for money was OK, but wouldn’t stay there again
Pros:

Convenient location - close to CalPoly and downtown

Cons:

TV remote didn’t work. None of the easily accessible plugs worked, finally found one in the corner of the room close to the floor and could charge my phone. There were hairs in the bathtub and on one of the towel. AC was EXTREMELY loud, luckily the weather was nice and we didn’t have ti use it

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Wildine • couple • us
9
We will recommend it to friends and relatives traveling to that area.
Pros:

Breakfast was adequate with a good variety of. The sausage was very tasty. Coffee was very good, strong. Not just brown water that some places serve.

Cons:

We did not have wash clothes in the bathroom. And there was only one hand towel. The Kleenex was difficult to get out of heavy ceramic holder. The bathroom and shower were great otherwise. The pillows on the bed were great.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Elys Alves • couple • br
8
Simples porém confortável
Pros:

Opção confortável para quem esta de passagem pela cidade. Cama confortável e estacionamento gratuito.

Cons:

Café da manhã estilo americano, maioria das opções industrializadas.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Elisabet • family_with_children • es
8
Repetiría sin duda
Pros:

La suite tenía mucho espacio y daba a la piscina. Las camas eran cómodas y de 1,50cm. Tenía fuegos, nevera y microondas, dos picas de manos que va bien para ir adelantando mientras la otra persona está duchándose o en el baño. Hay tanto japonés
Como crema del cuerpo. Tenía parking gratuito y máquina de hielo como es habitual en EEUU

Cons:

El sofá cama estaba ligeramente inclinado hacia abajo, el desayuno era un poco justo (huevos revueltos, salchichas, leche, cereales, magdalenas, zumos, café, manzanas, pan para tostar). No había utensilios en la cocina aunque había fuegos.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Dyukareva • solo_traveller • us
7
Overall, we had a pleasant stay.
Pros:

A very cute charming hotel with a nice design. Spacious clean rooms.

Cons:

Poorly organised in many ways - no kitchenware in the kitchen (you need to ask for it at the reception which is inconvenient), no extra towels (you need to wait for them to be washed and dried), not enough pool towels. No elevator, so we had to lift heavy suitcases to the 2nd floor.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Beatrix • couple • ch
10
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • es
9
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Nelida • family_with_children • us
4
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Alyssa • couple • us
1
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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VIRGINIA • family_with_children • us
8
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • us
9
Pros:

Clean and comfortable rooms. Great shower and decent breakfast.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • family_with_children • us
5
Decent stay but subpar compared to other hotels in vicinity
Pros:

Lovely front desk staff, nice breakfast with many options, comfortable bed, prime location

Cons:

Disappointed with pool and jacuzzi. Many insects inside both and poorly maintained. Misleading photos. Also, water overflowed in shower causing a mess. Shower needed revamping. Lots of spiders hanging around the top of our door which made it uncomfortable walking in and out.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Urszula • couple • pl
9
Pros:

Ładny i czysty pokoj, stosunek ceny do jakości świetny.

Cons:

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2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Leticia • family_with_children • ar
9
Pros:

Las instalaciones en general, el diseño del motel con parking afuera de la habitación.
La habitación con baño grande y cómoda, la cama extra grande, todo excelente.
El personal muy amable y simpático.

Cons:

Nada. Estuvimos solo una noche y estuvo acorde a lo que necesitábamos.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Nietling • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Close to a good restaurant and airport

Cons:

N/a

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Julia • family_with_children • ar
10
Pros:

Muy linda ubicación, excelente atención y limpio todo.

Cons:

Sí bien tenía cocina privada, no dispones de ninguna fuente o sartén para usarla

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • us
5
I would have slep in my truck if it was not so hot out.
Pros:

How close it was to the freeway

Cons:

Room was not clean floor was very dirty. The alarm in the vacant room next to went off. The breakfast was lacking the waffle iron was not clean.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Michele • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee