Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

Hotels
7.9 (738 reviews)
2050 Garfield Street , San Luis Obispo , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and spacious rooms
Good location near dining
Cons:
Poor breakfast options
Dirty sheets
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.24
Several rooms reported being dirty, with stained sheets and a general need for cleaning.
Service
8.71
Friendly and attentive staff were mentioned positively in multiple reviews.
Location
8.75
Multiple reviews praised the hotel's convenient location near Cal Poly and available parking.
Room Quality
7.7
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable, though some reviews mentioned issues like stained sheets.
Amenities
7.73
Some amenities are lacking (e.g., no fridge, limited breakfast options), but the presence of a pool and spa was appreciated.
Value for Money
8.19
Good value for a convenient location, although some found the prices a bit steep for the quality.
Food and Beverage
6.74
Breakfast options were frequently critiqued as poor and insufficient for the price of accommodation.
Overall Experience
8.11
Guests experienced a mix of positives and negatives, but many expressed an overall likelihood to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 01:51

Property Description

Spacious Rooms with Free WiFi and Cable TV

Discover comfort and convenience at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo, where every stay is a delight. Relax in our spacious rooms equipped with free WiFi and cable TV, providing the perfect retreat after a day of exploration.

On-Site Fitness Center and Daily Continental Breakfast

Start your day right with our daily continental breakfast before heading to our on-site fitness center for a rejuvenating workout session. Whether you prefer a quick exercise in the morning or unwinding in the evening, our fitness room is at your service from 8AM to 10PM.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions

Enjoy the convenience of a seating area, work desk, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee machine in your room. Explore nearby attractions like Tolosa Winery, San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, and Avila Public Beach, all just a short distance away.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo.

Important information:

All reservations are prepaid and nonrefundable.

All reservations are non-changeable and cannot be canceled.

Full deposits will be taken at the time of booking. No refunds will be issued. Debit and credit cards are not accepted. The property has the legal right to refuse any and all guests. All reservations will be authorized an additional USD 100 incidental deposit at the time of check in. Special requests are subject to availability, and additional charges may apply.

Please note: The name of the guest booking the reservation must match the name on the credit card presented at check in Occupancies that exceed 2 people in all appropriate room types will incur additional charges. check out is at 12:00, and check in is after 16:00. Fresh coffee and tea during lobby hours.

Pool & Jacuzzi Open!

We are excited to announce that our Pool & Jacuzzi are now open for your enjoyment!! We thank you for your patience as we completed these important renovations. Come enjoy the sun with us at Hotel Buena Vista!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: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 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

7.9
Based on 738 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.24
Service: 8.71
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 7.73
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 6.74
Overall Experience: 8.11
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Lucas • couple • be
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A fuir - rapport qualité prix médiocre
Pros:

Seul point positif, le personnel sympa

Cons:

Chambre vieillotte et vétuste. Aucun confort et minimaliste.
Aucune isolation acoustique donc c’est très bruyant, de plus les gens crient partout. Horrible.
Il y avait des trous dans les essuis, les lampes dans la chambre ne fonctionnaient pas.
Le petit déjeuner étaient soit disants inclus, alors que ce n’est même pas un petit déjeuner, il y a juste des boissons chaudes et quelques friandises. On nous dit à l’accueil d’aller au magasin en face si on va je déjeuner. QUELLE BLAGUE cet hôtel!

Payer 240$ pour une nuit pour ça, franchement le rapport qualité prix est médiocre - c’est même du vol ! Nous sommes très déçus. On aurait accepté de payer entre 50 et 100$ pour ce qu’on a eu mais certainement pas plus car ça ne les vaut clairement pas.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Laura E • couple • us
10
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Yervant • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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steve • solo_traveller • za
9
Very pleasant hotel in a pleasant location.
Pros:

Great place and I really enjoyed the pool. Very pleasant location. Good value.

Cons:

No fridge but there was ice close to my room.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Rene • family_with_children • de
8
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Calderon • extended_group • us
10
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Lee • couple • il
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Tricia • couple • us
8
Comfortably satisfying.
Pros:

Were like it here. We definitely stay often

Cons:

The pool and hot tub close early

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Marija • solo_traveller • si
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Martha • couple • us
8
Expensive and expensive
Pros:

The property is older for the price

Cons:

The mattress was bulky and old fashioned furniture but it was super clean

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Gomez • extended_group • us
5
Not fancy or worth the price but decent enough for one night if you’re in a pinch.
Pros:

Location was good and staff was friendly

Cons:

Overpriced. There was no microwave in our room but description said one was in each room. The lights only turned on and off by unplugging from outlet- the switch didn’t work. For the price of almost $300 per night, the rooms could be updated and carpet replaced.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • de
8
Unterkunft gut 👍🏻
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Kephart • couple • us
10
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Ruby • couple • us
10
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Na'ama Zohary • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Great staff. Clean room. Price was ok compared to other motels in the area.

Cons:

Room refrig didn't work. Furniture very dated...looked like it was pieced together from a garage sale.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Marilyn • solo_traveller • us
10
Best kept secret
Pros:

Super comfy beds, pool and spa were clean and heated. Front desk staff, Jessica, was very nice, helpful and extra accommodating. Such a very affordable and great location.

Cons:

That I couldn't stay longer.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • family_with_children • ch
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee