HOTEL CERRO, Autograph Collection

Hotels
Autograph Collection
9 (298 reviews)
1125 Garden St , San Luis Obispo , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Accommodating staff
Great location
Cons:
Shower flooding issue
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.73
Issues with flooding in the shower highlighted neglect in maintenance.
Service
9.7
Staff was accommodating and responsive, especially during the rehearsal dinner.
Location
10
Great central location, convenient access to shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.74
Room design was great, but some had issues with size and noise.
Amenities
9.19
Facilities like the gym and rooftop pool were well received.
Value for Money
8.22
High price point ($300) did not match the upkeep of the room.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Breakfast choices were good, but could be expanded.
Overall Experience
9.73
Despite a few issues, the overall stay was memorable and enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 10:05

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Hotel Cerro offers a blend of comfort and style with features like free bikes, an outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness centre. Relax in the garden or on the terrace, and savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurant.

Scenic Views
Enjoy stunning city views from the balconies in select rooms. Wake up to the beauty of San Luis Obispo right outside your window, adding an extra touch of magic to your stay.

Convenient Location
With key attractions like Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and California Polytechnic State University nearby, Hotel Cerro provides easy access to the best of the area. Book now for a memorable experience in San Luis Obispo.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 298 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.73
Service: 9.7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 9.19
Value for Money: 8.22
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 9.73
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Beacheyedoc Couples Redondo Beach, California
10
Beautiful hotel in downtown SLO
Pros:

centrally located upscale hotel. This was our third visit. Beautiful hotel. Highly recommend

2026-08-28 via Tripadvisor
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A2735EHjohnp Family
10
Heart of San Luis Obispo
Pros:

Fantastic spacious room , great tub, good food and drink

2026-08-25 via Tripadvisor
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kristinarO151UZ Family
10
Friendly and accommodating Stay at Hotel Cerro
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, friendly and helpful staff. Bonus was the roof top pool with food and drink service as well!

2026-08-20 via Tripadvisor
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bettypV243QD Couples
10
Great service
Pros:

Great front desk and valet service. Friendly and very helpful. Beautiful hotel and close to good coffee shops, restaurants, and shopping.

2026-08-20 via Tripadvisor
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Catarina couple us
9
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Rachel family_with_children us
5
I wouldn’t spend the money to stay here
Cons:

The front desk person was very helpful. Half of the lights in the room didn’t work, even after we were told the breaker would be reset. The hotel rooms were so tiny and the bathroom opens into the room; there’s no separation. Not worth the money, despite the great location.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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laura29p Couples
10
Incredible Hotel Stay
Pros:

Hotel Cerro was, quite simply, one of the best hotel experiences we've had. Yes, the property is beautiful, the rooms are spacious and thoughtfully designed, and the downtown location cannot be beat... but the service is what really made our stay exceptional.

Marco at valet set the tone from the moment we arrived. Somehow equal parts five-star hospitality professional and laid-back rock star, he was unfailingly polite, helpful and genuinely welcoming every single time we saw him. He made a fantastic first impression, and the rest of the hotel lived up to it. Jenn, the front desk host, was warm and wonderful.

Our room was wonderful, but the balcony overlooking the edible garden may have been my favorite part. It was peaceful, beautiful and such a unique feature. Being right in the middle of downtown SLO meant we could walk almost everywhere; we went an entire day without touching our car, including dinner, the Farmers' Market and a show at the Fremont.

We also ended up eating at The Oak Grill at least once a day because it was just that good. Breakfast became a ritual (avocado toast every morning? Absolutely). It never felt like we were settling for the convenient "hotel restaurant"; we genuinely wanted to eat there.

Hotel Cerro was definitely a splurge for us, but our stay felt special from beginning to end. Beautiful property, terrific food, unbeatable location, great room and balcony, and—most importantly—a staff that made the entire experience feel effortless. We will be back.

2026-08-15 via Tripadvisor
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T8967VOtracyp Solo travel
2
Come Rested Leave Exhausted
Pros:

Come Rested Leave Exhausted

Woke at 6am to leaf blower noise
Shower head height so high I can’t shampoo my hair. Water temperature not predictable. Skip this hotel if you are smart

2026-08-12 via Tripadvisor
7
708crystalg Couples
10
A most magical stay.
Pros:

We had a most wonderful visit in SLO, largely due to our Hotel Cerro stay. The hotel is in a wonderful location, right downtown. However, our room was so quiet and peaceful. Shops, farmers market, and restaurants were within one-two blocks. Yet, we had to peel ourselves from the room due to the great bed, awesome stand alone soaking tub, and a great patio. We cannot wait to go back.

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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JoeandDaniella Family Newport Beach, California
10
Weekend at Hotel Cerro
Pros:

Celebrating our 24th anniversary, and Hotel Cerro met the challenge thanks to Rebecca at the front desk, she made my wife and I feel special. And the facility was incredible. Beds were comfortable, pool was amazing, bar was fabulous, and all the Cerro employees made us feel welcome. We wanted a weekend to get away and do nothing, and Cerro helped us relax and hit the target.

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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Pioneer473795 Family San Diego, California
10
Ideal location for an event or a boutique getaway
Pros:

The venue was perfect, the staff was terrific, the hotel design was ideal for SLO, our room was lovely, and our event was a blast! The Olive Tree Room & Terrace was intimate and ideal. Much thanks to the Cerro team!

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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Aiste family_with_children au
9
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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anthonytX2488HJ Friends getaway
10
Will be back.
Pros:

Everything from the beginning to the end was fantastic. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The check-in and checkout processes were both incredibly easy. Overall, it was an exceptional experience and I would highly recommend it.

2026-08-06 via Tripadvisor
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mikesH5409GX Solo travel
10
Top marks
Pros:

Great hotel, luxurious room beautiful garden and great service

2026-08-05 via Tripadvisor
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mattbJ1910CD Couples Huntington Beach, California
10
Great Downtown SLO Hotel
Pros:

Great experience overall. I love the modern design of the room and it was incredibly clean - it looked brand new. The hotel staff were friendly including the valet. The pool was very nice and not crowded (mid-week stay). My favorite coffee shop is conveniently located right across the street. We ate breakfast at the hotel and both my wife and I enjoyed our meals. We’ll definitely use this hotel if we are in town at SLO.

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
8
816bradenw Family
10
Relaxing,
Pros:

Perfect Proximity. Oak Grill was
Awesome.
Love the rooftop pool. Customer service was excellent.
Will definitely return.

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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maluba74 Family
10
Great times
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay! The staff was incredibly helpful, friendly, and welcoming from the moment we arrived. Our room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Everything about our stay was great, and we truly appreciated the excellent service. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel to others.

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor
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washimx Couples
10
Perfect downtown SLO getaway
Pros:

Hotel Cero was the perfect 1 day stop on my way to Big Sur. It was steps away from the Thursday Farmer’s Market and convenient for downtown shopping & activities.

2026-07-11 via Tripadvisor
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billhT9724KR Couples
10
A great stay in SLO for America’s 250
Pros:

Couldn’t have found a nicer town to spend our anniversary. Hotel, activities, amenities and ambiance were all top notch. People and variety of things to do in San Luis Obispo was a great way to ring in our country’s 250th birthday ✌️❤️🇺🇸

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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apriscaro Family Washington DC, District of Columbia
10
Wonderful time!
Pros:

Absolutely fabulous!! Staff was great and friendly! Hotel is beautiful and we loved sitting in the garden with the fire wall.

2026-07-02 via Tripadvisor