Downtown San Luis Obispo Travel Guide
San Luis Obispo





Visit Downtown San Luis Obispo
Things to do

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

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

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
"The stay was amazing! The girl checking us in seemed bothered that we were there. Other than that, we had a great time. The room was beautiful, and the staff did a great job keeping it tidy and clean. Will come back"
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
"The room was super clean. The staff was amazing. Breakfast was better than most. My room had a giant tub not the best for getting in and out of when taking a shower, but I’ll still stay at the same place again."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Granada Hotel & Bistro
"The hotel is centrally located. It has a wonderful restaurant and bar. The hotel is clean and has beautiful views."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Cottage Inn By The Sea
"Home away from home."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Apple Farm
"Stayed here for a business trip. Thought I found a really good deal when compared to other hotels in the area. The day before my stay I received a message about the difference in their “deluxe rooms” and their Trellis Court, aka “economy rooms”. Honestly the room was fine, even had a nice private ..."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
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, Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market 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 Fremont Theater.
Lower Broad
Lower Broad might not have many top sights, but Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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














