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Travelodge San Luis Obispo Downtown: Traveler Reviews

1.5 of 5
345 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Central Valley, California
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Great location but that's it”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2012 via mobile

Stayed here for one night as it was the closest motel to a wedding we were attending and wanted to be able to walk. Check in was a breeze and our room was ready at 1 when we got there so we were able to check in. The smell upon entry hits you right away. Upon inspecting the room with my disinfecting wipes we found a burn (looked like a cigarette) on top of the very small box tv. The 2 chairs in the room had very obvious stains on them, the rooms, bed, shower are very small. There's quite a bit of black stuff in the grout in the shower and the soap dish was gross caked in old soap scum. We had to use most of our towels on the floor because the shower curtain didn't contain the water. Pillows were hard (thankfully i had my own) and I woke up with a sore back from the bed. I suppose it was reasonably priced for the location but not the accommodations. Probably won't stay here again.

  • Stayed October 2012
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Southernn California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“budget”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2012

We waited too long to find a room in SLO for an event. We had stayed her a few times in the past so we were not too worried. Well, it has gone done hill a bit. Tired rooms, the outside is clean, the inside was clean but old. All the employees were very nice. Our sink was slow, the shower door allowed water to leak all over leaving the floor soaking. The room below must have a leak in their roof, or they soon will. It was unseasonly warm and there is no AC. But we slept very well, in a pinch we would go back, but not a first choice.

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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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dreamkhan, General Manager at Travelodge San Luis Obispo Downtown, responded to this review
October 18, 2012
Thank you for taking the time to review our property, I really appreciate the fact that you felt that we have a clean property, The staff also "Thank...
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Los Angeles, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Poor service!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2012

Very nice manager, but the room was old & smelled like smoke. You could tell its been smoked in even though the manager / owner of hotel for 2 years says no one has and when he bought it he cleaned carpets and painted. Well, all it takes is one time for it to be smoked in and you can't get rid of it. He said the smell was normal and no one has smoked! WRONG! I travel enough to know, and my child is very sensitive to rms that have been smoked in. My clothes smelled like the room the following day! Gross! Only stayed one night, but was charged for two. Checked out and canceled at 6am for that night, still charged! NEVER GO AGAIN!

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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dreamkhan, General Manager at Travelodge San Luis Obispo Downtown, responded to this review
September 4, 2012
Dear Guest,

Thank you for complimenting me, I do appreciate it, I remember you well and would have changed your room If you felt that someone has smoked in it previously, Its hard to fix things once you have left, However, I do apologize and hope you give us another chance to make things right.

Safe Travel's.

Tony Khan
GM
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“Very budget, good location”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2012

My husband and I stayed here for one night, the double bed was very small and the base had mould on it and was dirty. The bathroom was alright except the shower which had black mould.

The room only had a fan which didn't do much to cool the area, we left the bathroom window open hoping for a cool cross breeze.

The motel is very conveniently located at the top end of town with easy access to heaps of restaurants and others shops.

The young gentleman at the reception area when we checked in was very nice, and helpful. And the young lady who checked us out and provided access to the continental breakfast was very pleasant.

If you are staying here as a couple make sure you get a queen bed or bigger but otherwise a genuine budget motel.

Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
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dreamkhan, General Manager at Travelodge San Luis Obispo Downtown, responded to this review
August 21, 2012
Dear Guest,

Thank you for taking the time to review our property, I am sorry that you felt there was mold by your bed, I went and inspected the room, and what you thought was mold is actually black paint, Anyway, I appreciate the comments about our fantastic location and staff, You are absolutely right about the Double bed It is small for two people, However happened to be the most favorite rooms as they are the cheapest and everyone on line books them first.
Lastly, Please do visit us next time and call the property for better suited rooms and again thanks for the review.

Tony Khan
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“Great Location - No Bedbugs”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 12, 2012

I was a little leery about staying here after I read several reviews about Bedbugs in the past. I called the manager and asked him about it directly. He reassured me that the problem had been rectified.

The room was clean, the mattress pretty new, and it was quiet. Easy walk to local breweries and restaurants. Can't say that I think it was a good value for the money as it was quite expensive for a "budget" hotel, but hey, it's in San Luis Obispo...

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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dreamkhan, General Manager at Travelodge San Luis Obispo Downtown, responded to this review
August 17, 2012
Dear Guest,

Thank you for taking the time from your schedule to give us a positive review, I remember your call and appreciated that you called the property to clarify some of the bogus negative comments about the property, Our commitment to each and every guest is to provide the best possible accommodation, service and a positive guest experience, I am glad you had a positive experience and were able to share honest opinion about it, My staff and I are deeply grateful, Please come back and see us again.

Cheers,
Tony Khan
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Address: 345 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Region: United States > California > San Luis Obispo County > San Luis Obispo
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Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Wheelchair access
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Ranked #23 of 31 hotels in San Luis Obispo
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Hotel Class:1.5 star (1.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
WALKING DISTANCE OF DOWNTOWN SAN LUIS OBISPOIf you are looking for adventure, look no further than our San Luis Obispo Downtown Travelodge hotel near Pismo Beach. Our San Luis Obispo hotel is within walking distance of the vibrant downtown area, where great shops, restaurants and sightseeing are at your fingertips. Cal Poly University and Cuesta College are both a short drive away. Wake up with a smile over free Bear Bites continental breakfast while you read your free copy of USA Today. Our hotel offers free Wi-Fi Internet access and free parking for vehicles of any size. LOCAL ATTRACTIONSFor a day of family fun and adventure, visit San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, where visitors can encase themselves in gigantic soap bubbles just five blocks from our San Luis Obispo hotel. Scale the rock climbing walls at Crux Climbing Center, which offers more than 1,000 climbs for beginners and advanced climbers. Pack a picnic basket and head to nearby Avila Beach, a great spot for shopping, dining and fun in the sun. Discover the rich heritage of this Central Coast area at the Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History. See thousands of delicate orange butterflies at Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove or spend an afternoon exploring the interactive science exhibits at the Exploration Station. The Charles Paddock Zoo, just a 20-mile drive from our hotel, is home to tigers, monkeys, pythons and more. DINING OPTIONSEnjoy a meal made from the freshest ingredients at Big Sky Café, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is just minutes from our San Luis Obispo hotel. Order tender lamb chops on a patio overlooking a creek at Novo Restaurant, also located nearby. For hearty Italian dishes, try Mama’s Meatball Italian Restaurant, less than a half mile away. BUSINESS AND EVENT FACILITIESFax service is available at our hotel in San Luis Obispo, CA.Less ... more   less 
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