Avg. for October
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Avg. for October
Nightly prices at Budget Inn average $48 in March, the cheapest month, and $115 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $57 |
| February | $60 |
| March | $48 |
| April | $72 |
| May | $76 |
| June | $99 |
| July | $90 |
| August | $91 |
| September | $115 |
| October | $115 |
| November | $62 |
| December | $55 |
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Most expensive: October (~$115)
Cheapest: March (~$48)
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 27 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include phones with free local calls, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
With a stay at Budget Inn, you'll be centrally located in San Luis Obispo, a 2-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 9 minutes from Avila Hot Springs. This motel is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Morro Bay State Park and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Pismo State Beach.
What's nearby
Santa Rosa Park(0.2 miles)
Adventist Health Sierra Vista(0.5 miles)
San Luis Obispo County Library(0.6 miles)
San Luis Obispo Superior Court(0.6 miles)
San Luis Obispo Little Theatre(0.6 miles)
Fremont Theater(0.6 miles)
Ah Louis Store(0.7 miles)
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa(0.8 miles)
Mission Plaza(0.8 miles)
History Center of San Luis Obispo County(0.8 miles)
Dallidet Adobe and Gardens(0.8 miles)
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market(0.9 miles)
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art(0.9 miles)
Bubblegum Alley(0.9 miles)
San Luis Obispo Children's Museum(0.9 miles)
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)(6.5 miles)
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)(36.9 miles)
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)(98.5 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Free Parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Santa Rosa Park (0.2 miles)
Adventist Health Sierra Vista (0.5 miles)
San Luis Obispo County Library (0.6 miles)
San Luis Obispo Superior Court (0.6 miles)
San Luis Obispo Little Theatre (0.6 miles)
Fremont Theater (0.6 miles)
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Room details
Sleeps 2
312 ft²
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Room details
Sleeps 4
312 ft²
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Room details
Sleeps 2
312 ft²
Based on 1,001 verified reviews
Business
13%
Couple
24%
Family
41%
Group
13%
Solo
7%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Budget Inn, reviews portray a budget stay with dated rooms, recurring cleanliness and maintenance issues, variable hot water, freeway and thin-wall noise, and sharply inconsistent service experiences depending on the stay.
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What guests think
At Budget Inn, reviews portray a budget stay with dated rooms, recurring cleanliness and maintenance issues, variable hot water, freeway and thin-wall noise, and sharply inconsistent service experiences depending on the stay.
The location is considered convenient for reaching downtown, main streets, and nearby dining on foot. Several guests also noted there is no breakfast or coffee provided. Expect a no-frills stopover where value varies by room.
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Facilities
Facilities appear basic and aged, with several comments about untidy grounds, a window-only lobby, and general wear around the property. A few guests mentioned parking being less than ideal.
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Todd
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Brian
Jan 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Ruth
Dec 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
billie
Dec 26, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Bryan
Jul 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Steven L.
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amanda
Feb 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Miguel
Aug 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Maria
Apr 25, 2023
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Damian
Jun 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: numerous reviews cite dirty carpets, stains, and mold, while others reported clean, quiet stays. Housekeeping and upkeep standards appear inconsistent.
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macario
Jun 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Marycathry
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Philip
Feb 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Steven L.
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Martha
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jon
Apr 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amanda
Feb 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Kouros
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Elizabeth
Apr 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms
Rooms are dated and show significant wear, with frequent maintenance problems (broken fixtures, plumbing quirks) and noticeable noise from thin walls or the nearby freeway. Some units are spacious and a few guests found the beds comfortable.
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Jerry
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Tracy
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Kiana
Apr 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Gladys
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Maria
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
YUK YING
Jan 8, 2023
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Stayed 19,364 nights
chris
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Matt
Nov 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Maria
Apr 25, 2023
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YUK YING
Jan 10, 2023
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Stayed 19,366 nights
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Service
Many guests praised friendly, accommodating staff and easy check-in, but several reported rude or argumentative interactions and difficulties with cancellations or policies.
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albert r.
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nicole
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robin
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Elizabeth
Apr 15, 2024
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Jennifer
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Martin
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Frank
Nov 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Jennifer
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nathan
Dec 24, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
vIezq
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Convenient for downtown and main streets with food options within walking distance. However, proximity to the freeway contributes to noise, and a few guests observed sketchy activity around the parking area.
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Todd
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
albert r.
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tracy
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Francis
Jul 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sandy
Feb 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Martin
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sofia
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Santa
May 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lora
Feb 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amanda
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Dining
Multiple reviews mention no breakfast or coffee provided. Guests appreciated that many dining options are close by, including a cafe next door.
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Ebony
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Brian
Jan 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Eduardo
Feb 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sara
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Betzabe
Nov 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
Apr 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Colette
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Jennifer
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Santa
May 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amanda
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Shellie
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Jennine
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Kenneth
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Justin
Aug 9, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Bayley
Jun 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Free self-parking is available on-site, and it is uncovered. No reservation is required.
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, and wheelchair-accessible parking. However, upper floors are accessible only by stairs.
The property is centrally located in San Luis Obispo, just a 2-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University and 9 minutes from Avila Hot Springs. It is approximately 12.6 miles from Pismo Beach Pier and 9.7 miles from Avila Beach.
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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