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Sands Inn & Suites

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

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1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    10 min walk
  • 1865 Craft House & Kitchen
    1 min walk
  • Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
    16 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Motel in San Luis Obispo with free breakfast and fitness centre
An outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre are available at this smoke-free motel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include Access to hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre.
Sands Inn & Suites offers 70 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sands Inn & Suites. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • 10 minutes on foot from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and a 2-minute drive from Santa Rosa Park
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Sands Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this motel measures 2500 square feet (225 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at Sands Inn & Suites. Free self parking is available.

This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

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
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Sands Inn San Luis Obispo
Sands San Luis Obispo
Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo
Sands Inn And Suites
Sands Inn & Suites Motel
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Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 111 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith S

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent customer service. Very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed on double queen suite. Liked that there was a separate living area and doors in between. The room was updated, but I think they could have made it less fancy and paid more attention to adding essentials instead. There were 3 sinks and a tiny armoire closet (could have done without one of the sinks and added left a closet). Also in the bathroom no toilet paper roll holder or soap holder in the shower. Instead there was a fancy black sink and rain shower. The front desk was nicely updated. Breakfast was free with lots of options. Very close to Cal Poly and walkable to downtown. The price wasn’t bad for such a large room. No pet fees either. So overall, great value and nice accommodations for kids and pets for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cesar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was not ready at check in time, the light in the bathroom did not work, we couldn’t take a shower in the evening, we had to wait till the next day. We reported the problem but unfortunately it never got fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alazzia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Minh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a power out tage and this hotel has no back up generator . We had no lights no hot water a d no way to charge our phones. Would not give us redund so we couldnt book other hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean motel, comfortable. Just thin walls. But great for just needing a place to stay for dropping our son off to school.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Talopatina

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast offering was definitely a plus! Convenient location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristhian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

roy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
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)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel for the money. Remodeled and clean. Nice pool and hot tub. Room was not ready at check in time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Santa Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, close and reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christine

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had all their old beds and furniture trash in their parking lot and its already too small of a parking area for the hotel. The building is under construction. Our AC unit in the room would not work at all and they had no on site maintenance people to repair it. The hotel was over reserved so there was no option to change rooms and it was a holiday weekend so there were no other hotels available. They still charged us full price and were extremely rude regarding repairing the AC so that we could be somewhat comfortable. They did absolutely nothing to make the situation right.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Decent room that was clean. But it was not well insulated for noise or light. Cracks at bottom of door allowed lots of parking lot noise. And the open top of the drapes allowed quite a bit of light in during the morning. The pool area was quite shabby. And a whole block of rooms were boarded up for some reason. We won't return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024