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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Bubblegum Alley

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and a low stone wall, perfect for a refreshing swim or a leisurely read.
Two single beds with white linens and a flat-screen TV.
Experience the Vagabond Inn's modern design and welcoming atmosphere, featuring a heated pool and free amenities.
Relax in this stylish living space with a kitchen island, seating area, and large window offering a view of the outside.
Guests can park their vehicles in the designated parking lot surrounded by lush greenery and a modern building in the background.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is €77
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Studio Suite

Family Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
210 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

What's nearby

  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fremont Theater - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 7 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪High St. Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Motel near Bubblegum Alley
Located close to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Fremont Theater, Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo provides a coffee shop/cafe, a hot tub and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine and coffee/tea in reception
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 60 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

As of 24 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo on 20 Aug 2025 start from €77.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo pet-friendly?

Yes, Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo located?

Located in Laguna, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bubblegum Alley, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and Fremont Theater. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1146 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

It was a great stay at the Vagabond!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

Nice place wouldn’t mind staying here again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

It was clean, convenient and economically priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Property was clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Treated very well by the staff and has everything you need
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

We cancelled this reservation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Cheap & easy place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The front desk agent was so kind and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great for budget travel. It met our needs, but don't expect more than you're paying for. It was clean and comfortable, and the pool and hot tub were good. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Good Space arrangement
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

We enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back again. Very reasonable rates, clean and close proximity to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

A solid value for what it is. Nothing luxury, but it was clean, the beds were comfortable, the AC worked and the water was hot. Good value for a one night stay on our trip down the coast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Enough beds for a family of four and clean. Some neighbors were loud into the wee hours and the room smelled a little funny, and the ceiling fan didn’t work. Pool was cute, staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10

Basic accommodation for rest on Hwy 101. No frills.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10

Newly updated. Good value. Close to shopping and eating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Great location and nice views of area mountains!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

It was very clean and the beds were highly comfortable. The room temperature was perfect and the area was great to explore other parts of SLO. Felt safe and did not hear any outside noise
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very large, clean room. New. Nice association with adjacent Denny's.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Arco guy at front desk awesome we love staying here quick in and out clean place never a problem i highly recommend this place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice room and pool/hot tub, close to the freeway and groceries/shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

It is a decent inexpensive hotel for the area. I wish the curtains or wood blinds. Did a better job at blocking out the light in the parking lot. It kept me up. Also, the beds are pretty thin and not the most comfortable. This place is clean and the staff is nice. It’s also the cheapest hotel in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Excellent Stay for traveling nurse...whos exhausted
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

It was short and sweet and the accommodations were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Cute little inn and great price!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

This property was very clean and so close to everything from grocery store Starbucks and a few minutes away from the beach.Very quiet and the front desk service was fast and convenient. Definitely will be coming back soon!!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025