We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo: Traveler Reviews

2.5 of 5
1530 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Hotel deals
Hotel website
Hotel amenities
Special Offer
Book Now and Save 15%
Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
Enter dates & see best prices*
Show Prices
*from our partners
Write a Review

70 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveler rating
    29
    35
    3
    2
    1
Date Rating
San Diego
Top Contributor
82 reviews 82 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
“I love Hampton Inn”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

Hampton Inn is one of the few hotel chains that, in my experience, is always a HOTEL, not a motel masquerading as a hotel. It is consistent across the board for me, so far. The front desk is pleasant and helpful. The remotes actually work. I can hook up my computer to most of the TVs. I get a microwave. And the internet always works. This hotel was no exception.

Pros: The front desk greeted me and got me checked in quickly. My daughter and I could bring up all our belongings in one fell swoop, being as this hotel has an elevator. The TV worked, the remote worked, the internet worked. The room was clean. There was plenty of parking. Ice was where it was supposed to be. Outlets available on tabletop lamps. I didn't hear the people next door.

Cons: The comforters on the beds were so heavy that if you pushed them to one side, it was hard to get them back over you. The breakfast was a little slim compared to most Hampton Inns.

Bottom line: A great place to kick back for a few hours and get some sleep.

Room Tip: I have not yet had a bad room in any of the Hampton Inn I have stayed at.
See more room tips
  • Stayed March 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Ask Ghostwheel about Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Sandwich, Massachusetts, United States
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Late arrival”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

Last minute room, room was clean and Comfortable, staff was courteous, breakfast could
have been more bountiful with that said great value other hotel
Was overbooked and Hampton Inn came to the rescue

  • Stayed March 2013, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes 3
Ask Sally G about Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Vancouver, Canada
Contributor
20 reviews 20 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
“Clean, well managed, great breakfast”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

This is a new hotel. It is well constructed, with a decent parking lot, attractive lobby and breakfast area, and good facilities. Our room had a microwave, fridge, and multiple convenient electrical outlets that are connected. Tabletops are of granite, and doors are heavy and well insulated. There is a convenient and reasonable priced laundry facility on our floor. The pool and hot tub are clean.
Everything works, except the toilet paper dispenser, which does not accept large rolls of tp, and needs to be repositioned. There is no safe.
The breakfast sets a standard to which hotels should aspire -- 0% yoghurt, hot oatmeal with fruit and raisins, prepared omelette with sausage patties, and delicious fruit, including bananas and apples.
The small convenience pantry is well stocked, including frozen and nutritious lean cuisine meals and frozen ice cream, should quick access to food be required.
The staff have a smile, are positive, and they are accommodating.
For a hotel of this standard, I could not have asked for more, and can only recommend it highly. I would happily return, if I am visiting here again.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes 5
Ask Kidssleep about Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
outside Atlanta, GA
Top Contributor
83 reviews 83 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
“New hotel, good service, mattress just OK”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

This is a new property in SLO and we stayed for two nights in February. We received a room at the end of the hall on the third floor, I think #332 and the room was quite large and very clean. Our daughter was with us and she slept on the pull out sofabed, which was perfect for her. The room had a wet bar and a fridge and the bathroom was also very nice and clean.

A couple of things I think could be better. As another reviewer stated, our bathroom door would not stay open. It constantly closed so we put a shoe in front of it to keep it open; also it creaked so everytime we opened the door (and then it would shut itself) the door made a long slow creak. I love the idea of the clean duvet/beds. The back of the duvet cover was a slick material that constantly slid down to the floor. Definitely a clean duvet, but not so warm when it's on the floor! :) Last, the mattress was not really good. I woke up stiff and sore; perhaps it was because the previous four nights we'd been in a luxury hotel, but the Hampton Inn mattress was just not supportive enough for me. Others below have not minded it so it may be me.

The breakfast downstairs was nice and the table for groups was a neat touch. The front desk staff is attentive and kind.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 2 more reviews by wrensaver for San Luis Obispo
Ask wrensaver about Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
San Diego
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Almost great...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

This is a nice Hampton Inn. The room was clean and very comfortable, except for the fact that the a/c unit blew cold air constantly no matter how we tried to adjust the thermostat. It was winter and cold at night so we did not want cold air blowing in the room. Luckily the very comfortable beds are perfectly warm so once in bed we didn't notice the room temp. My other complaint is that the parking lot is very small. We arrived at 7pm (on a Sunday) and were able to park. However, after we went out and returned at 10pm, there was not ONE space available. There is another lot behind the hotel, accessed by driving around the block. But, it was not clear at all that this lot belonged to the property, and it was dark and deserted. I did not feel safe parking my car in a dark deserted lot behind the hotel at night. So I went back to the front and went in to the front desk to ask where guests are supposed to park when their lot is full. The young lady at the front desk was very flustered and vague and stated only that she had just had to move her car for a guest... which means that this tiny parking lot is not just for guests but is for the staff as well?? This makes no sense to me at all. Luckily as I was standing there some people were leaving so I was able to take their spot. Those are my only complaints. The fitness center was very nice, with good quality modern equipment. The breakfast was well stocked and excellent and the large breakfast room was very pleasant. The room was comfortable, other than the cold air. Overall I thought this was a nice hotel. They just need a bigger parking lot.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Ask Maxjosie about Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
La Cuesta Inn
Great value on a similar hotel
San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County
4 of 5 stars 185 Reviews
Show Prices
Still looking for a hotel?
Highly rated hotels in or near San Luis Obispo
Romantic
Lexington Inn
Lexington Inn 3.5 of 5 stars 98 reviews
Luxury
Holiday Inn Express San Luis Obispo
Holiday Inn Express San Luis Obi... 4.0 of 5 stars 176 reviews
Good for business
Sandcastle Inn
Sandcastle Inn 4.5 of 5 stars 465 reviews
Near the beach
Sycamore Mineral Springs
Sycamore Mineral Springs 3.5 of 5 stars 282 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d80233?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d80262?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d80349?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d147205?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Travelers also viewed these San Luis Obispo hotels
Quality Suites San Luis Obispo 4.5 of 5 stars 328 reviews San Luis Creek Lodge 4.5 of 5 stars 229 reviews La Cuesta Inn 4.0 of 5 stars 185 reviews Apple Farm Inn 4.0 of 5 stars 427 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d80146?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d549978?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d80236?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d115656?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
View all 31 hotels in San Luis Obispo, ranked by popularity

Been to Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo

Address: 1530 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Phone Number:
Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > San Luis Obispo
Amenities:
Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 31 hotels in San Luis Obispo
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo hotel, located off scenic Hwy. 101 and Los Osos Valley Road. Situated in the heart of central California, this Hampton Inn hotel is close to cultural and recreational attractions. Enjoy fishing, hiking, surfing or kayaking at Avila Beach. Take the children to the San Luis Obispo Children's Museum or the SLO Museum of Art. Find hunting, jogging and horseback riding only minutes away from our hotel. Traveling on business? This California Hampton Inn is only a few minutes away from AT&T, California Polytechnic State University and French Hospital. ... more   less 
Reservation Options:
TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Expedia, Booking.com, Hilton Hotels, Hotels.com, Travelocity, Venere, Tingo and Priceline so you can book your Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo reservations with confidence. We help millions of travelers each month to find the perfect hotel for both vacation and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers.

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Hampton Inn & Suites- San Luis Obispo
Enter dates & see best prices* (from our partners)
Show Prices