Whether you’re driving through San Luis Obispo or thinking of traveling here (or perhaps even a local interested in a staycation), you may be wondering how your pet fits into your travel plans. Of course, you want to bring them with you, they’re family after all! That’s why we have a list of pet-friendly hotels in San Luis Obispo to bring your pet with you on your travels or staycation.
1. Courtyard Marriott San Luis Obispo
1605 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $246 - $269
Courtyard Marriott SLO is right by Highway 101 and on the same street as Motel 6 North & South.
The location is great because you’re close to restaurants like Taco Temple and shopping like Whole Foods, Target, and Trader Joe’s. Courtyard Marriott has a rating of 4.2 stars on Google reviews. View their website here.
2. Motel 6 - North & South
1625 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $118.99 - $131.99
These Motel 6 hotels are also located off Highway 101 and are close to shopping and restaurants.
Each is only a 2-4 minute drive from Whole Foods, Target, and Trader Joe’s. The North one has a rating of 3.5 stars while the South one has a rating of 3.8 stars on Google reviews. View their website here.
3. Budget Inn
1001 Olive Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $64 - $164
The Budget Inn is located next to three other hotels (Downtown SLO Inn, Olive Tree Inn, and Ramada Inn) and right next to an entrance to Highway 101.
It is minutes from Downtown SLO (walking and driving) and within walking distance of a sushi restaurant, Cowgirl Cafe, and Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop. The Budget Inn has a 2.9-star rating on Google reviews. View their website here.
4. Best Western Royal Oak
214 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $161 - $269
The Best Western Royal Oak is within walking distance of Laguna Dog Park and Madonna Inn.
It is also right next to an IHOP and across the street from Chipotle and Ralph’s. While this hotel is not within walking distance of Downtown SLO, it is still only a 6-7 minute drive there. The Best Western Royal Oak has a 4.2-star rating on Google reviews. View their website here.
5. Vagabond Inn
210 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $99 - $279
The Vagabond Inn is next to the Best Western Royal Oak so it is also within walking distance of Laguna Dog Park.
It is also right next to Denny’s and across the street from Ralph's, Starbucks, and McDonald’s. The Vagabond Inn has a 3.6-star rating on Google reviews.
6. Sands Inn & Suites
1930 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $84 - $297
The Sands Inn & Suites is near California Polytechnic State University and other hotels and lodging. It is also an 8-minute walk from Splash Cafe and right across the street from 1865 Craft Kitchen.
The walk on Monterey street is nice and quiet and you can get to Downtown SLO in just a short 5-minute car ride or 10-18 minute walk. The Sands Inn & Suites has a 3.9-star rating on Google reviews. View their website here.
7. La Quinta Inn & Suites
1845 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $161 - $316
La Quinta Inn & Suites is also near California Polytechnic State University and across the street from Sands Inn & Suites.
Not only is it an 8-minute walk to Splash Cafe but it is also a 6-minute walk to Frank’s Famous Hot Dogs. As mentioned before, the walk on Monterey Street is very nice and peaceful and can get you to Downtown SLO pretty quickly and easily. La Quinta Inn & Suites has a 4.6-star rating on Google reviews. View their website here.
8. Hotel Cerro
1125 Garden Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Price range: $429 - $1,800+
Hotel Cerro is a luxury hotel that has only been around for two years or so and it's located in the heart of San Luis Obispo.
Not only is Hotel Cerro dog-friendly but it is located right in Downtown SLO. You'll be within walking distance of all things Downtown SLO. If you're looking to splurge and treat yourself and your four-legged friend, this is the place to do it! Hotel Cerro has a rating of 4.4 stars on Google reviews. Visit their website here.
Final words
Planning a trip can be stressful so we hope this list is helpful in some way!
If you’re interested in visiting San Luis Obispo and staying at a hotel that’s not pet-friendly, you can always board your dog with Thousand Hills Pet Resort. The first day is a free evaluation day and your family can have peace of mind knowing that your pet is safe, well-cared for, and making new friends. Happy travels!
All proceeds from Thousand Hills Pet Resort support New Life K9s. New Life K9s provides service dogs to veterans and first responders with PTSD at no cost to them.
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