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"Behind our room there was a lot of noise from the restaurant and there were several loud people staying there. The noise stopped early enough for us t ... " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 24 Oct 2022

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Hotel Description

Motel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo

Heart of San Luis Obispo

Stay at this San Luis Obispo motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 2 miles (3 km) of Fremont Theater. Performing Arts Center and French Hospital Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Free perks

This motel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Enjoy the spa tub and free perks like continental breakfast and free self parking. A 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace are also on offer.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$89* Per night/room Mar 31 - Apr 1

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, Multiple Beds

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.SofaBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Sands Inn & Suites ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Sands Inn & Suites

Everyone (8) Couples (1) Family (8)
2 out of 5
The reason for the low rating is primarily due to the poor condition and upkeep of the property. There was trash in the planters and parking lot. Construction supplies were left in customer areas. There was a box of screws right outside my room door on the ground that never got picked up. The pool and jacuzzi area was run down, trashy and unkept. The pool was frigid cold and the jacuzzi was only warm, not hot. There was dirty residue in the jacuzzi. The property looks run down and unkept. Also, the construction project looks terrible with slabs of plywood enclosing a major portion of the front area of the hotel. The place looks dirty and unkept essentially. The room was so so. Our refrigerator was not plugged in with no outlet to be found and when we tried to open it the door dragged along the floor. One positive was the bed was clean and comfortable and the shower was pretty clean. There are other motels in the area that are priced similarly that are much cleaner and well kept. My 13 year old said that the back alley of one of those motels was cleaner than the front area of the Sands! Just to give you an idea. I would not recommend this motel due to these issues.

Posted by , from Santa Barbara on Mar 18, 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 22, 2024 by Manager

Hello CHRISTOPHER, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate hearing about your experience as it helps us address areas that may need improvement. We regret to learn of your disappointment with the property condition and upkeep. Your insights regarding the cleanliness and maintenance of our facilities will be shared with the relevant teams for review. We strive to provide a comfortable stay for all our guests and will take your comments into consideration for future enhancements.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 24, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 15, 2023 by Guest Relation Management

Hi Joseph,Thank you for giving us a 5-star rating! We're thrilled to know that you had a great experience at our hotel. The hotel takes pride in providing exceptional service and making our guests feel at home. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!

5 out of 5
Behind our room there was a lot of noise from the restaurant and there were several loud people staying there. The noise stopped early enough for us to sleep. Overall it was a good choice.

Posted by , from Centennial on Oct 24, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 24, 2022 by Guest Relation Management

Hi Brigitta,We appreciate you sharing your recent experience at our hotel. The front desk is there to assist you with any other needs you may have throughout your stay, such as relocating you to a room with a quieter atmosphere. We hope to have the chance to welcome you again the future.

3 out of 5
Hotel is conveniently located but rooms and amenities are becoming dated. There wasn't any hot water the first night and every member of our group that stayed there had a problem with the TV. Also, the condition of the rooms was inconsistent from room to room.

Posted by on Oct 10, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 11, 2022 by Manager

Hello Paul,We can't thank you enough for sharing your feedback so that we can continue to improve upon our service and hospitality. We appreciate the comments regarding our room and also our tv. Please do come see us again.

5 out of 5
This property was absolutely amazing, beautiful area n the guy working morning front desk was so accommodating

Posted by on Jun 5, 2022

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Jun 9, 2022 by Manager

Hello Matthew, Your voice is very important to us and we are continuously striving to improve upon the guest experience. Thank you for rating your stay and providing us insights regarding our area and your comments about our front desk. We greatly appreciate the time you've taken to rate our hotel and we look forward to your next visit.

5 out of 5
Awesome stay!

Posted by on Jul 31, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 31, 2021 by Manager

It is such a compliment to receive such a wonderful rating. Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience with us and we hope to see you again very soon.

5 out of 5
Quiet. Pillow case had lipstick.

Posted by on Jul 11, 2021

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Jul 11, 2021 by Manager

From all of us, thank you for the fantastic rating! It was an honor to have you as a guest. Please choose us again on your next visit to the area!

2 out of 5
Reserved queen bed. Checked in at 3 so should not have been problem. Got full size bed. . Too small for tall people. The air conditioner made a racket all night. I felt I was being tortured. Black mold in the shower.

Posted by on Jun 27, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 29, 2021 by Manager

I am very sorry to hear that you encountered such unusual circumstances and inconveniences during your most recent experience with us, especially that we were not able to address the issues and misunderstandings right away. I hope you'll accept our sincere apologies for the lapse in service and inconvenience that you encountered. We do hope that you'll return to see how we are continuously improving to impress our guests more with each visit.

2 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 8, 2021

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Apr 19, 2021 by Manager

We really appreciate you taking the time to rate your experience with us. Please come stay with us again on your next visit to the area.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 28, 2021

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Mar 12, 2021 by Manager

It is really heartwarming to see such a wonderful rating. We truly appreciate you taking the time to rate your experience. We hope you will come back to see us again on your next trip to the area!

Property Features

Sands Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this motel measures 2500 square feet (225 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at Sands Inn & Suites. Free self parking is available. This San Luis Obispo motel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2500 sq ft of conference space
  • 225 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Free RV, bus, truck parking , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: San Luis Obispo Station (2 km / 1.3 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking

Room Amenities

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 refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. This San Luis Obispo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Nearby Activities

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on 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.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • 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 lbs 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

Policies

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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • Up to 2 children 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.