San Luis Obispo, CA

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San Luis Obispo

Downtown San Luis Obispo

4.5/5(102 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown San Luis Obispo
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Laguna

While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Laguna Lake Park and Madonna Plaza Shopping Center.

Laguna
Go online and look for an evening that suits your mood and painting style. Local artists walk you through this artist process. I happen to be a hopeless romantic and painted the "Love Birds" Simple beverages served, with a small selection of appetizers to keep you mellow and content as you paint with friends.

Railroad District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Railroad District and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

Railroad District
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Old Town Historic District

When in Old Town Historic District, you can plan a visit to Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Town Historic District
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Lower Higuera

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Higuera and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

Lower Higuera
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Foothill

While Foothill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ah Louis Store and Fremont Theater.

Foothill
Madonna Inn
Madonna Inn
3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is SAR 553 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 553
SAR 756 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,123 reviews)
Great, rain or shine!
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Madonna Inn. It rained nearly the entire stay but still managed to get some time in at the Jaquizzi! The fireplace in our room made our stay extra cozy. Looking forward to going back again!"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Madonna Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
3 out of 5
1845 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is SAR 453 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
SAR 453
SAR 515 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,398 reviews)
"Feels like brand new property. Everything is in great condition, plenty of parking (not free). Close by to downtown and exit to highway. A nice restaurant near by."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
Apple Farm
Apple Farm
3.5 out of 5
2015 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is SAR 296 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 296
SAR 444 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,464 reviews)
"Joseph at the check-in desk was excellent! A beautiful soul. You can be proud to have him amongst your staff. Also, Jim, our waiter at restaurant was excellent. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay because of these people."

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Apple Farm
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Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
3 out of 5
7075 Ontario Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA
Stay at this 3-star cabin in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Avila Hot Springs and Avila Beach Golf ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Excellent location, staff and family friendly. The staff was very responsive, polite and helpful."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
SLO Brew Lofts
SLO Brew Lofts
4 out of 5
738 Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA
Stay at this 4-star condo in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"You have a sign to encourage us to reuse towels in the bathroom, but there are no hooks or bars to hang anything on. You provided only one dish towel in the kitchen for 4 days. Also needed more hand towels. We needed an ice maker or trays to make ice. We appreciated plenty of paper towels and zip ..."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

SLO Brew Lofts
MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Pups stay free in Jan, Feb & Mar
MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Pups stay free in Jan, Feb & Mar
San Luis Obispo
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
Breathtaking View, Wonderful Host
"Ryan (and Bourbon & Cider) were wonderful and attentive hosts. The property was amazing, communication top notch, and views could not be beat. Bed was incredibly comfortable and everything you need is there in the unit. I will definitely be coming back!"

Reviewed on 12 February 2025

MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Pups stay free in Jan, Feb & Mar
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Soak in the Mineral bath all day if needed. I do! Eases the stress and relived joint pain. The cool thing about this place...open year round and if you go early, the place is all yours basically.

Avila Hot Springs

4.5/5(213 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Avila Hot Springs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Avila Hot Springs
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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa

4.5/5(565 reviews)

Find out about the history of San Luis Obispo when you take a trip to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
San Luis Obispo which includes outdoor art

Bubblegum Alley

4/5(490 reviews)

After visiting Bubblegum Alley, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Bubblegum Alley
Santa Rosa Park

Santa Rosa Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Rosa Park and enjoy the biking trails in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Rosa Park
Ah Louis Store

Ah Louis Store

4/5(21 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ah Louis Store during your travels in San Luis Obispo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

Ah Louis Store
Laguna Lake Park

Laguna Lake Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Laguna Lake Park and enjoy the biking trails in San Luis Obispo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Laguna Lake Park

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