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Madonna Inn

3.0 of 5
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

We had heard about the unique and different decor of this inn/restaurant and decided to take a coffee break during our drive from LA to SFO to check out the much talked about interiors of this place, although we couldn't access the actual hotel rooms,even the restaurant is certainly different from a usual restaurant. The pastries were absolutely fresh and... More

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Kingsport, Tennessee, United States
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Go for the courisity and look at the building and decor. Eat somewhere else. Coffees and pastry were the best part of the meal. The steaks were tough and gristly. Food was way over priced and not that great. We did not stay here only stopped for a meal. The decor was very interesting and over the top.

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Melbourne, Australia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Certainly different . amazing colours but we did not have a window. No lifts so be prepared to carry your luggage up narrow flights of stairs. Bar closes at 11 so get in early. Make sure you leave time to explore the main building, its worth the trip.

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Cobham, Surrey
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

just stopped down the coast on the route from LA to San Francisco for a coffee and stooped to stroke a dog - just to cut a long story short - this couple (dog owners) told us about this amazing hotel - and it was - oh my god! so quirky - we checked in late so didn't have much... More

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Nipomo, California, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

My husband and I booked the winter package for an early anniversary retreat. It was two nights in a room, with 2 ice skating tickets, a 45 minute couples massage, a bottle of champagne, and chocolates from the bakery. We had an amazing dinner in the beautiful restaurant, the pool was wonderful. It was a wonderful experience that we have... More

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

The Madonna Inn is absolutely ridiculous! It's garish, it's bold, bright and brash, it's hugely over the top, and it's great! My fiancé and I were driving up Highway 1 from LA to San Fran and picked this place out in advance as a stop on our adventure. The place used to be a coach stop, and was developed by... More

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Tucson, Arizona
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

We have stayed at the Madonna Inn two summers in a row. Stayed in the Showboat room and in Eligance. We take our girls and they love it! The food and the service at the pool is amazing! We want to make it a tradition and try to stay in different rooms each time. It is sort of hard becasue... More

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Sydney
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61 reviews 61 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

We hadn't prebooked, just rocked up & were initially allocated a room - sorry I cant remember the name. It wasn't the "extreme" Madonna Inn experience we were hoping for so we went back to reception to see if there were other rooms. Thankfully there were and they booked us into the Yahoo room. Well, from opening the door our... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013 via mobile

The rooms were so dirty grandson was black from being on floor. No free wi-fi or breakfast. Check in time to late in day. For the price and hype not recommend. At check out they did not seem to care or believe us. Will stay at Pismo Beach next time.

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Santee, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

We saw a wedding taking place, must've had party-goers in our building--doors slamming, loud noises at 2 to 3 AM woke me! Freeway noise (101) bad too, probably worse higher up, where we were. Pool was lovely :) and I enjoyed swimming in it, but hot tub not very clean, foam on water :( Bucket list, done!

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What travelers say

  • Pool area(25)
  • Very nice(20)
  • ROCK room(15)
  • Other room(13)
  • Gold rush(11)
  • King bed(9)
  • Copper Cafe(7)
  • Main building(6)
  • Coffee shop(6)
  • Love nest(5)

Additional Information about Madonna Inn

Address: 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > San Luis Obispo
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in San Luis Obispo
#10 Family Hotels in San Luis Obispo
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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