San Luis Creek Lodge

Homey quarters in a Provence-inspired B&B offering free WiFi & evening wine tastings. A 7-minute walk from downtown San Luis Obispo, this Provence-inspired B&B is a 2-minute drive from California Polytechnic State University and 10.5 miles from Avila Beach. Homey rooms, some with country decor, offer free WiFi, TVs and private baths with designer toiletries. There's also a suite with a separate living space, a fireplace, a wet bar and a minifridge. Breakfast is served in the dining room or on the patio, and there's a complimentary evening wine tasting with snacks.

This bustling pizza joint serves up classic combos and a variety of crusts, making it a family-friendly favorite with a lively atmosphere.

This hidden gem combines a liquor store vibe with a lively bar, offering delicious burgers and deli bites that keep locals coming back for more.

Nestled by the San Luis Obispo Creek, this charming hotel features cozy, country-style rooms, a heated outdoor pool, and a delightful farm-to-table restaurant.

Polished quarters in an upscale hotel offering a trendy French restaurant, a spa & a rooftop pool. Set on a downtown street a mile from Highway 101, this trendy hotel in a redbrick building is 2 miles from Cal Poly University and 12 miles from Pismo Beach. Refined rooms feature Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. Most have balconies. Suites offer sitting areas and soaking tubs; some provide fireplaces, wet bars and/or garden patios. An airy penthouse adds a living/dining room. A rooftop deck has a pool and a bar. There’s also a hip French restaurant with a distillery, as well as an open-air cafe, a bakery and an edible garden. Other amenities include a spa, a gym and event space. Breakfast and parking are available.

Industrial-chic rooms in a posh 1920s hotel with a renowned restaurant, art workshops & a spa. Set in the historic downtown area, this stylish high-end hotel dating from 1922 is a 6-minute walk from the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and 5 minutes on foot from Bubblegum Alley. Industrial-chic rooms feature exposed brick walls, hardwood floors and Persian rugs, plus marble bathrooms and original artwork. All come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Most upgraded rooms add fireplaces; some feature sitting areas, balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows. Room service is on offer. There's an acclaimed restaurant, and a trendy bar featuring music and artists' workshops. There's also a spa and loaner bikes.

Cafe dishing up coffee, tea, beer, and wine, plus breakfast, pastries, and small plates.

Quick-serve eatery founded in 1977 turning out specialty hot dogs, burgers & breakfast items.

At the pink-hued Madonna Inn steakhouse, savor oak-pit grilled steaks amidst whimsical decor and lively service that makes every meal a festive affair.

Nestled in a residential area just a short stroll from downtown, this historic deli has been a local favorite since 1927, serving up mammoth sandwiches and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for leisurely afternoons.