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Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

2050 Garfield Street, San Luis Obispo, 93401, California, United States

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Free parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Sauna

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo is a 3-star hotel in San Luis Obispo, California. The address is 2050 Garfield Street, about 0.8mi from the city center. Rates start from $121 per night.

Amenities include free parking, an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary Wifi, a free fitness center, and a streaming service (like Netflix). Additional comforts include a sauna, air conditioning, a sun deck, on-site parking, 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, beach umbrellas and chairs, a kitchenette, an elevator, a picnic area, a garden, free toiletries, and a bathtub.

The property has 543 reviews.

Imagine soaking up California sun and taking a dip in an outdoor heated pool that's open year-round for adults only. Easy arrivals come with on-site parking and a 24-hour front desk ready to lend a hand, while complimentary Wifi keeps devices connected between adventures.

Spots for downtime abound: a sun deck for lounging, a garden to wander, and a picnic area for spontaneous al fresco bites. Beach umbrellas and chairs line the pool area, great for lazy afternoons and easy days near the coast.

Room options span Standard, Queen, King, Suite, and Executive categories, with configurations to fit couples, groups, or families. Each stay can include practical touches like a kitchenette, free toiletries, and a bathtub for convenience. Payment is cash-free, with Discover, American Express, Visa, Diners Club, and Mastercard accepted; the property has 543 reviews reflecting its popularity.

Closest airports

San Luis Obispo County Airport

3.7mi

Santa Maria Airport

29.2mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Sauna

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenette

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Executive Two Queen Beds Room in Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

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Executive, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Featuring a kitchenette, this suite includes a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee machine, a seating area, a desk, a TV with cable and satellite channels, and ironing facilities. The private bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Queen Room in Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The double room features a seating area, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

King Room in Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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King Size Bed

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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Two Double Beds

Executive King Room in Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

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Executive, King Size

1 King Size Bed

325 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Microwave

Coffee machine

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Suite

1 King Size Bed

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

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Standard Room

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Standard

Executive

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Room Executive

Superior, Sea View

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Guest reviews

7.9

543 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Laquisha

9.1

July 2025

The staff at check-in was very nice and helpful. He provided a beach recommendation that I found useful and enjoyable.

I advised I did not have the credit card on hand that was used to book the stay(as it was through Klarna). I was advised a credit card just needed to go on file. Later, I was told by the party who booked the room, that the Klarna transaction was canceled and my credit card was charged $412 instead. This was a birthday gift set up by someone else, so I was disappointed that I end up paying for the room myself.

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Cynthia

10

July 2024

Location is just out of the way where you feel secluded but it’s close to downtown. Easy to get on and off the 101 if you decide to venture out for the day. Facilities were clean and I was looking for something that was budget friendly since I’m a local and to the area and just wanted to get away to another town for the night. This area caters to tourism and $300 a night is wild. This place is perfect. Staff was friendly at check in and helpful when I had questions. Plenty of rooms spread out to where I didn’t notice neighbors. Noise was nonexistent so that was perfect. Room was spacious and easy to cool during this hotter weather. I will return and recommend to anyone coming from out of town, since I am part of the industry locally.

The bedding and pillows were clean and comfortable. The bed wasn’t terrible but it was on the harder side. Woke up with my back hurting a little but this is not a deal breaker. I would still stay here over other locations.

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Samantha

10

June 2024

The property was located in a calm and quiet location and the parking was great & free. The style of the building reminded me of cabins in the mountains and apartments rather than a traditional hotel, which we appreciated. The room was very, very spacious and we were in the building behind the main entrance and the staff let us know we had a nice room because the building was new and had nice and large rooms and she was correct.

Everything was great. The property felt safe.

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Anonymous

10

July 2025

Room was very spacious, I chose executive room. The walk in closet is great. I like that the bathroom has a hallway, so it's not opening directly to room. My wife, my son and I really enjoyed it.

They offer pastries for breakfast. If they offered at least a continental breakfast, it would be better.

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Sharona

8.2

November 2024

Great room. Loved the mini kitchen setup. Big closet. Nice staff and lobby. Close to Cal Poly and walkable to places to eat.

Next to freeway and trees. Lots of noise. Trees scratched against the exterior walls all night. The shower makes an awful high pitched screech noise. No way to adjust it, just a painful experience.

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Kathleen

9.1

June 2023

This a nicely run hotel, modest but super clean and has everything needed for comfort. I’ve stayed several times and prefer the executive rooms which feature kitchenettes and are located in a newly renovated building in the back of the property. The staff is friendly and there’s many thoughtful amenities including little picnic tables and garden nooks, a barbecue and pool area. Its on the hotel row just a skip away from the cal poly campus. Walkable distance to restaurants as well as campus… There’s a buena vista too, seen from the little lobby.

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Pamela

8.2

June 2025

I requested and stayed in a room with a little balcony overlooking the pool. That was cool. The staff was so kind and helpful.

It was a little dated and the walls were thin. We used a white noise machine and slept well. You could hear people moving about in other rooms.

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Georgia

10

July 2025

Staff were very friendly and entire hotel was exceptionally clean. The rooms, parking, and pool facilities were nicely cleaned with no trash of any kind around.

Only thing I did not like too much were the beds. Felt too soft or well worn.

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Marciana

8.2

December 2024

When we were getting checked in the clerk offered us the third floor, but then the other clerk that was training her told her the third floor was not available because it was low season, but then I saw somebody staying in the third floor. I felt like it was discrimination.

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May

9.1

April 2023

This is a great place to stay if you are visiting Cal Poly SLO. The price is great. The staff was very welcoming . The beds were comfy and the room looks just as pictured. We had no noise. There is no continental breakfast but literally you can walk across the street to Apple Farms and have a good breakfast there.

When we arrived the room was cold but I turned on the heater and it warmed up rather quickly. I was surprised because the heater is in the back of the room but it worked fine.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

Airports

San Luis Obispo County Airport

3.7mi

Santa Maria Airport

29.2mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

Free parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Fitness center

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Sauna

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenette

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo?

Planning your stay at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo? The room will be ready for you between 04:00 PM and 09:00 PM. However, departures are set at 12:00 PM.

Can guests park for free at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo?

Yes, there is ample parking available at Hotel Buena Vista in San Luis Obispo. Not only is parking free, but it is conveniently located on-site for guests. The parking is public, meaning it is accessible to all visitors. Additionally, there is no need to make a reservation for parking, ensuring a hassle-free experience for guests.

What's the nightly rate at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo?

Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo has rates that begin from $121. Prices can differ due to room specifications and booking dates. Always add your desired dates for a precise quote.

What types of rooms does Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo offer?

At Hotel Buena Vista in San Luis Obispo, the available room types include Queen Room, King Room, Executive King Room, Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, and Executive Two Queen Beds Room. All rooms have a size of 301 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The Queen Room and King Room accommodate 2 adults, while the Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Executive Two Queen Beds Room accommodate 4 adults. The Executive King Room accommodates 2 adults and 1 child. The Queen Room has 1 Queen size bed, the King Room and Executive King Room have 1 King size bed, and the Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Executive Two Queen Beds Room have 2 Queen size beds.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo?

Guests at Hotel Buena Vista in San Luis Obispo can enjoy their leisure time by taking advantage of the various amenities offered by the hotel. One of the main attractions is the outdoor swimming pool, which is available all season. This heated pool is exclusively for adults, providing a peaceful and relaxing environment to unwind and soak up the California sun.

In addition to the swimming pool, guests can also indulge in the hot tub/jacuzzi and sauna facilities to further relax and rejuvenate. For those looking to stay active, the hotel offers a fitness center equipped with modern exercise equipment.

After a refreshing swim or workout, guests can head to the sun deck to lounge and relax on the beach chairs provided. Furthermore, for those who enjoy outdoor cooking, the hotel also offers BBQ facilities for guests to enjoy a delicious meal in a pleasant outdoor setting.

Can guests use a pool at Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo?

Hotel Buena Vista in San Luis Obispo has one pool available. The pool is open all season and is located outdoors. There is an age restriction, as it is for adults only. Additionally, the pool is heated for guest comfort.

Does Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo accept credit cards?

No, Hotel Buena Vista - San Luis Obispo does not accept cash payments. They only accept credit cards including Mastercard, Visa, Discover, American Express, and Diners Club.