In the heart of Foothill, Budget Inn offers a warm welcome with lush gardens and helpful staff. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine, and enjoy coffee or tea in the lobby.
Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (7)
Housekeeping (on request)
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Multilingual staff
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Bathtub or shower
Free self parking
The current price is $57
$57
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Room options
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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
29 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
29 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Bubblegum Alley - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 11 min drive
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 40 min drive
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 103 min drive
San Luis Obispo Station - 2 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Firestone Grill - 13 min walk
Taco Bell - 2 min walk
Woodstock's Pizza SLO - 12 min walk
Jack in the Box - 2 min walk
The Bobastop - 19 min walk
About this property
Budget Inn
Budget Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Avila Beach and Pismo Beach Pier are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Hindi
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
27 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
36-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
MONETIZATION_ON
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Budget Inn San Luis Obispo
Budget San Luis Obispo
HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Budget Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Budget Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Budget Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Budget Inn?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Budget Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Budget Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around Budget Inn like?
Budget Inn is in Foothill, a short 18-minute walk from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 12 minutes' walk from Fremont Theater.
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Budget Inn Reviews
Reviews
6.0
Good
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6.2/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
5.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Budget Inn Rocks & Owner Is Awesome
Stayed there for two nights in a row, the owner was amazing and very friendly and hospitable. I’ll definitely stay in the area again very soon.
albert r.
albert r., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Budget Inn Is Amazing Value!
Budget Inn was perfectly located, plenty of convenient stores and fast food or restaurants to consider, walking distance to parks and other shopping, the owner was amazing and very hospitable and checked in on us a couple of times each day, I’m a business owner and that kind of hospitality goes a long way, we will definitely be staying again within the next week or two
albert r.
albert r., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Nice area, staff, and property great for a SLO visit
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
I liked that the motel is so close the main street it was nice to walk and site see
Sofia
Sofia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Absolutely adorable property and the front desk was welcoming & accommodating. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the location is ideal being on the waterfront. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay with many dining options & activities within walking distance.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Nice staff, affordable, hotel is quiet and clean and right off the hwy
Lora
Lora, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
It was quite and the staff was friendly.
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
excelent
It was a good experience, but It would be better if there was coffee in the morning.
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2024
great quiet stay
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 20, 2025
It’s fine. You get what you pay for. It’s an older facility so everything is pretty worn down and a bit crusty but all serviceable. It’s what I expected for budget.
chris
chris, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2025
No hot water and very noisy street.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
My check in was hassle free, and the staff was friendly
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Nice hotel, friendly staff
Teche
Teche, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
It was great 👍
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
The property was clean and quiet
frank j
frank j, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2022
Good place to stay good location
Omar
Omar, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 8, 2025
Despite a booking error on Expedia, this place refused to even consider canceling the reservation without penalty since it wasn't my fault.
Other issues with the unit:
Smelled/stuffy
Carpet stains throughout
No light in the "balcony"
Holes in the walls
Incomplete paint patches
Extremely tight vanity space
Homeless man yelling and cursing to himself (felt unsafe)
Erene
Erene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2023
Rooms r clean and its quiet and cowgirl cafe next door is a great place for brunch
Betzabe
Betzabe, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 22, 2024
Many dinning areas to choose from
Ebony
Ebony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2023
Nice hotel
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2024
We arrived a bit early but were allowed to check-in early. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is a little older but priced accordingly. The location was very convenient. We would definitely stay here again!
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
Quiet and clean
Dominic
Dominic, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
Good
Good for the price..confy bed..close to everything
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Good for the price
For the price it’s perfect or just need a place to crash for low budget not bad no bugs or bacteria found while staying here