Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo





Visit Downtown San Luis Obispo
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach
Top hotels in Downtown San Luis Obispo

Hotel San Luis Obispo
"Th location is excellent. The rooms are well appointed. The food far exceeded our expectations. We’ll be back!"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Spyglass Inn
"Great view and beautiful gardens. Nice room and comfortable beds. We would definitely recommend this place."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"Clean rooms. Affordable. 5 minutes away from pismo beach pier. Free breakfast. Free drink voucher. I loved this place. 10/10. Would book again."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
"Spacious clean rooms"
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Pacific Point Resort
"Hotel was still in the last stages of renovation. Everything was new. Great views of the ocean and mountains from our balcony. We even got to see a space launch from Vandenberg Space Center. Great beaches nearby, one only a few minutes walking. Close to San Luis Obispo, Hearst Castle and other activities. ..."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
"On the positive side, the staff here were fantastic. Everyone was very nice, helpful, and a joy to talk to. Also the location is just a few blocks from the main tourist area and 1 block from the beach. But unfortunately, this motel is very old and it shows. It is in need of maintenance and upkeep. ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown San Luis Obispo
Old Town Historic District
While Old Town Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.

Lower Higuera
While Lower Higuera isn't home to many top sights, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Foothill
While there might not be top attractions in Foothill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ah Louis Store and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.
MoJo
While MoJo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and San Luis Obispo Superior Court.

Laguna
While visiting Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Irish Hills Natural Reserve and Laguna Lake.













