Sands Inn & Suites

Motel with outdoor pool, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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December 2025

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January 2026

Lobby - Sands Inn & Suites (San Luis Obispo)

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board - Sands Inn & Suites (San Luis Obispo)

Free daily continental breakfast - Sands Inn & Suites (San Luis Obispo)

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker - Sands Inn & Suites (San Luis Obispo)

Sands Inn & Suites, close to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, offers a relaxing retreat with free continental breakfast and an outdoor pool. Unwind in the spa tub or visit the 24-hour business center; guests also appreciate the helpful staff. Enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby and stay connected with free WiFi.

Very good

Popular amenities

Gym
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Fitness center
Meeting rooms
Coffee/tea in a common area
Computer station
Front-desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Conference space
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

$69 nightly

Dec 16 - Dec 17

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 4 - Dec 5

Tomorrow

Dec 5 - Dec 6

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Economy Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Sofa bed - queen

Blackout drapes/curtains

375 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

355 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Patio (Kitchenette)

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Sofa bed - queen

Blackout drapes/curtains

375 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$116 nightly

Dec 11 - Dec 12

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

What's nearby

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Santa Rosa Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Fremont Theater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 13 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 41 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 17 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

‪Lure Fish House - ‬17 min walk
‪Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill - ‬14 min walk
‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬16 min walk
‪Field Day Coffee - ‬15 min walk
‪The Bobastop - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sands Inn & Suites

Sands Inn & Suites offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or visit the fitness center for a workout. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 70 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
- The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free covered onsite self parking
- Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Pool gate
Fence around the pool

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Winery tours nearby

Working away

Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (2500 square feet)

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 1985
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 32
Braille signage
Closed captioned TV
Visual fire alarm

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium digital channels

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors

Fee & policy details

Optional extras

Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 75.00 per stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

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Sands Inn San Luis Obispo

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Sands Hotel San Luis Obispo

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Sands Inn & Suites Motel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Inn & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sands Inn & Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.00. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Sands Inn & Suites?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sands Inn & Suites and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.

What's the area around Sands Inn & Suites like?

Sands Inn & Suites is in the heart of San Luis Obispo, a short 10-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 17 minutes' walk from Fremont Theater.