California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 10 min walk
Santa Rosa Park - 2 min drive
Fremont Theater - 3 min drive
Bubblegum Alley - 3 min drive
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 3 min drive
Getting around
San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 13 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 41 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 21 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 28 min walk
Restaurants
VG Cafe - 18 min walk
Firestone Grill - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 2 min drive
Woodstock's Pizza SLO - 3 min drive
Jack in the Box - 2 min drive
About this property
La Cuesta Inn
Located near a train station, La Cuesta Inn is a great choice for a stay in San Luis Obispo. You can take a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
70 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in reception
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Closed-captioned TV
Grab bar near toilet
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from 2 December 2024 to 13 January 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Hot tub
Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Cuesta Inn San Luis Obispo
Cuesta Inn
Cuesta San Luis Obispo
Hotel La Cuesta
La Cuesta Hotel San Luis Obispo
La Cuesta Inn Hotel
La Cuesta Inn San Luis Obispo
La Cuesta Inn Hotel San Luis Obispo
Frequently asked questions
Does La Cuesta Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Cuesta Inn 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at La Cuesta Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at La Cuesta Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at La Cuesta Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Cuesta Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at La Cuesta Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at La Cuesta Inn and nearby?
La Cuesta Inn has an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub.
What's the area around La Cuesta Inn like?
La Cuesta Inn is in the heart of San Luis Obispo, a short 10-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 18 minutes' walk from Performing Arts Center. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
La Cuesta Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
7 January 2025
Peggy
Peggy, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Armando
Armando, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 January 2025
Would of been excellent if our refrigerator would stay cold, but it was a 4 out of 5
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Nice stay in a cute town
Madhava
Madhava, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 January 2025
Restful trip
First time- nice (2) nights of quiet with my wife- great staff that is working constantly cleaning the grounds etc.
The TV ,shower and Bed was good!
The front desk staff was helpful etc.
lastly the motel was a little more moderns than most motel/hotels- fridge and microwave in room- located within a block away was the Apple Farm restaurant with an awesome breakfast and service/
Ask for Holly-great waitress/service
William
William, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
3 January 2025
Had issues with the shower. Very little hot water and pressure was bad. We did get moved to another room.
Howard
Howard, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
3 January 2025
Call first if you want amenities
If you want those chocolate chip cookies....only available on weekends. Another staff said everyday at 2. Then no pool or hot tub access I'm guessing all winter. You get different answers from staff. If you try n take a shower after many leave...no hot water .They say boiler broke but if you wait a while it works. If you want hot coffee in room when waking...make sure it works ahead of time. You can hear freeway noise but it isn't bad. Cooler/heater drowns it out. Thought it was ocean waves half the time😊. Bed comfy. Room cozy. In winter I would suggest the front side rooms for nice morning sun.
Danielle
Danielle, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2024
We had a very pleasant time. Everything worked.
Desmond
Desmond, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 December 2024
Prafulla
Prafulla, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 December 2024
We love ours stay in La Cuesta Inn SLO
That was great, very clean and quiet place. 25m from Pismo Beach and 10m away from downtown SLO nice beach and cool little town my family and friends enjoyed the staying en la Cuesta Inn
Alan
Alan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 December 2024
Chris
Chris, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Yun
Yun, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 November 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Frederick
Frederick, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
Verified traveller
4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
Comfortable and Affordable
Cuesta Inn Review
If you’re looking for an economical overnight hotel with accommodating staff, a warm clean pool (with an inviting jacuzzi) all at a great location! Stay Here!
Only con: the free continental breakfast. could offer a little more on the menu
(ie waffles, packaged muffins, or pastries, etc)
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 November 2024
Water pressure for shower was very poor. Shower has overhead shower head as well as a handheld shower. pressure was so poor. The handheld came out as a dribble.
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 November 2024
One-nighter
Enjoyed our one-night stay. Front desk people were professional and friendly. Much appreciated. And the breakfast room attendant was attentive and sweet. My only complaint might be that there was a lot of racket outside the building quite early in the morning, around 6:30-7 a.m.
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2024
Bathroom mirror had a crack down it
allison
allison, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
Close to downtown and Cal Poly
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 October 2024
Front desk staff was friendly and very helpful.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 October 2024
Enjoyed a swim in the pool. Only downside was the noisy plumbing. It felt like we were sharing the bathroom with our neighbors.