LAMPLIGHTER INN & SUITES, San Luis Obispo – Your ideal downtown stay
Hotel Overview
Lamplighter Inn & Suites - Budget-friendly hotel near California Polytechnic State University
Located in downtown San Luis Obispo, the Lamplighter Inn & Suites is a 10-minute walk from San Luis Obispo Amtrak and 10 km from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport. The hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests have access to multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in the lobby. The property is less than one mile from California Polytechnic State University and close to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, Central Coast Veterans Memorial Museum, and downtown shopping and dining.
Additional perks of the hotel
Complimentary self-parking
Meeting room available
Shuttle service to downtown
24-hour front desk
Seasonal pool and spa
Rooms
The 77 air-conditioned guestrooms include balconies, laptop-compatible safes, and washers/dryers. Each room features a flat-screen TV with premium cable channels, a desk, and a microwave. Bathrooms provide shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries. Select Comfort mattresses and premium bedding are standard.
Other conveniences
Free high-speed Wi-Fi
Free local calls
Coffee maker and fridge
Iron/ironing board
Blackout drapes/curtains
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Hotel Location
Guest Reviews & Ratings
I felt our stay was a mixed bag at this hotel. On the positive side, the room was spacious and well-equipped for my family, offering Wi-Fi, a coffee maker, and plenty of storage space. However, there was a leak in the room leading to a sodden carpet, which was not ideal. The location had its perks with easy access to downtown SLO, though some maintenance issues like broken lounge chairs were noticeable. The service was friendly, but there were some hiccups with incorrect information provided. The dining experience, while offering continental options, could be improved. The facilities were decent overall.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room needed modernizing, was uncomfortably hot, and had a less-than-pleasant smell. There were maintenance issues like a broken safety bar that led to a fall. On the positive side, the room was clean, well-equipped, and somewhat comfortable. The soggy bed didn't do my back any favors, though. The location was convenient, but there were missed opportunities with service and dining options.
Although the rooms lacked a tub and the pool was closed, which made it hard to soothe our aches, the accommodations were spacious with essential amenities like a bathroom, mini fridge, and coffee maker. However, there were some unfinished details and issues, like an ineffective air conditioner placement and only two windows in the room.