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Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

California Coast - CA · United States

1604 Monterey StView location

6.0/10Good1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness6.0/106.0
Service6.8/106.8
Comfort6.2/106.2
Condition5.4/105.4
Amenities5.6/105.6
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About Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

Enjoy amenities such as an outdoor pool, spa tub, and bicycle rentals at the Lamplighter Inn & Suites. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi and enjoy in-room conveniences like a refrigerator, microwave, and 42-inch LED TV with cable.

The hotel also offers room service (limited hours), concierge services, and a picnic area. Additional amenities include complimentary newspapers, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self-parking is available.

Located near Fremont Theater and Cal Poly University, the hotel is a short drive from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP).

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When you stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites in San Luis Obispo, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs.

This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Morro Bay State Park and 13 mi (21 km) from Pismo State Beach. Make yourself at home in one of the 76 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves.

42-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Fremont Theater 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
San Luis Obispo County Library 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
San Luis Obispo Superior Court 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
San Luis Obispo Little Theatre 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Dallidet Adobe and Gardens 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
French Hospital Medical Center 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Ah Louis Store 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Bubblegum Alley 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Mission Plaza 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
History Center of San Luis Obispo County 1.5 km / 1 mi
Performing Arts Center 1.6 km / 1 mi
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art 1.6 km / 1 mi
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 76
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Lift access
  • Garden
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  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Clothes dryer
  • Business centre
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q-DX

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    QUADRUPLE
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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2Q-DX

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDBL.NM-QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBL.NM-QN

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGQUA.NM-QN

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    QUADRUPLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    QUADRUPLE
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    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: QUA.NM-QN

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGDBL.2Q-NM

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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBL.2Q-NM

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  • SUITE TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2

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    SUITE TWO BEDROOMS

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    SUITE
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    TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: SUI.B2

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  • Double or Twin QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDouble or Twin • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDBT.NM-QN

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    Double or Twin QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBT.NM-QN

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  • QUADRUPLE NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • NON SMOKINGQUA.NM

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    QUADRUPLE NON SMOKING

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    QUADRUPLE
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    NON SMOKING

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    Room code: QUA.NM

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKINGQUA.2Q-NM

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    QUADRUPLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    Room code: QUA.2Q-NM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    Occupancy
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    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE KING BEDDouble or Twin • DELUXE KING BEDDBT.DX-KG

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    Double or Twin DELUXE KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBT.DX-KG

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  • SUITE CAPACITY 4 TWO BEDROOMSSUITE • CAPACITY 4 TWO BEDROOMSSUI.B2-C4

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    SUITE CAPACITY 4 TWO BEDROOMS

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    CAPACITY 4 TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.B2-C4

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUA.DX-QN

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • Accessible KING SIZE BEDDBL.H6-KG

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.H6-KG

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE QUEEN BEDDouble or Twin • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBT.DX-QN

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    Double or Twin DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBT.DX-QN

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE WITH BALCONYQUADRUPLE • DELUXE WITH BALCONYQUA.BL-DX

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    QUADRUPLE DELUXE WITH BALCONY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    DELUXE WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.BL-DX

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE NON SMOKINGQUADRUPLE • DELUXE NON SMOKINGQUA.DX-NM

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    QUADRUPLE DELUXE NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    DELUXE NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.DX-NM

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q-DX

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    Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

    DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q-DX

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo

6.0
Good
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
6.0 /10
Service
6.8 /10
Comfort
6.2 /10
Condition
5.4 /10
Amenities
5.6 /10
100 reviews shown
4/10
Poor
22 Jul 2026
Patrick
I had picked this hotel because it had a pool and a hot tub. After a weekend camping, I was looking forward to a nice hot soak. The hot tub was COLD, the jets didn't work, the chair for handicapped people (didn't need it) had a plastic seat that was deteriorating. The pool was freezing. The elevator was slow, and the carpet in front of the elevator and the hallways just looked dark, dingy, and dirty.
We couldn't turn the A/C lower than 70F. So it was stuffy, and we had to open a window. Which could have been fine except there was a huge gash in the screen about a foot long to let bugs in.
So we got to sleep with the window open, listening to car noises all night and trash truck noises in the morning.
The bed was comfortable enough, with tiny pillows, and the bathroom large enough but it had problems as well. The iron bathtub had rust spots in it, and the shower curtain rod was dipped at an angle that the curtain kept sliding down and uncovering either end. (Letting the bathroom get wet.) There was no Kleenex, other than TP, and the mini coffee maker in the room had 4 DECAF pods.
The breakfast room was closed, but they had good coffee in the lobby with some muffins. So that was fine.
We were upgraded from a Queen to a King, and was nice, except the room was bad.
Parking was good. Location nice, a GOOD pizza joint within crawling distance. (Benny's). The room had a safe and a large mini-fridge.
Only a 2* hotel so expect that, and nothing more.
4/10
Poor
21 Jul 2026
Roberto
Room 1312 was damn disaster. Walking in was a furnace everything was closed. Tried turning on the spliced in AC... The AC despite have knob controls was turned off. We manually had the guest services guy come up turn the non existent knobs, then went to the wall control that did nothing but made the AC click .. and nothing happened. Well no AC I opened the window and the door to let the air through opened the window... But there was a huge cut in the screen!!! So now bugs are flying in and I'm trying to get them out.... Guest services guy.. came in tried his best... But told me I can complain with the manager to get it discounted because the amenities weren't all they were cracked up to be the fridge also didn't work... As I put a bunch of my drinks in there and none were cold from the previous day..never opened the fridge to ensure they would be cold. Who do I complain about this? I was charged about 230 for this night are I would have been better off at another also I was told they didn't have any other rooms available...but I really didn't see the parking lot that full..
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jul 2026
Andrew
This was a great location, offered affordable, reasonable pricing, parking lot did not accommodate to how many rooms are on site, room was fine however restroom floor was dirty like It had a brown smudge like substance on the floor, staff were nice, especially the maintenance guy, great black coffee. Thank you.
2/10
Poor
19 Jul 2026
Miguel
The towels were dirty and the bed cover has holes in them. The restroom tub had rust stains and looks like mold was coming thru the paint.
2/10
Poor
15 Jul 2026
Luis
The staff was rude. They were not helpful The room was in very bad shape and the AC did not work there was not a microwave on the room but later they got me one I was told they did not have regular coffee and there was only decaf in the room The next day the cleaning staff gave regular coffee I would recommend not to include this on your hotel list
Self
2/10
Poor
11 Jul 2026
RASHEENA
The room was so hot. The AC did not work. The bathroom stunk.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2026
Jamie
For the price the overall experience was good. The interior needs a more modern update as the rooms look like there stuck in 2000. The morning coffee with there free danishes is very very good
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Andrew
Booked it for the hot tub and it was not working but the property was very clean and the room was very clean
Self
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jun 2026
Melissa
Hot tub and pool area not open during stay
Self
2/10
Poor
27 Jun 2026
Abdullah
Stay away from this hotel. The rooms were not clean and they smell. The TV was out, sheets were dirty and the hot tub was out of service. Nevertheless, the worst quality was customer service. The Asian boy and the bold guy at the front desk were so grumpy and rude.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jun 2026
Suhail
Clean but amenities "Spa" not working
Self
6/10
Pleasant
18 Jun 2026
Molly
Location is this properties bonus
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Frances
Hotel was clean and quiet .. makes
For a good trip!
Partner
2/10
Poor
15 Jun 2026
Christine
Old old old. Changed our room without notifying us. Fridge was not plugged in and moldy. Carpet was gross. Furniture was gross . Shower was weak. No ice buckets. Elevator was slow, only way to access room. Locked out at night for main entrance with a note for roundabout access instructions.
Partner
2/10
Poor
14 Jun 2026
Amanda
Staff was rude, you really have to read the fine print about the deposit. Was looking for a place last minute to I didn’t get time to read everything And the front desk guy was unnecessarily sassy about my confusion. Unknown stains on the floor, bed, and walls. Just felt gross being in the room overall.
Self
2/10
Poor
09 Jun 2026
Babak
The most terrible hotel in the entire county. Rude and completely unhelpful receptionists. They never pick up the phone. Not working phone numbers. Completely useless wifi.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Elba
Staff was awesome and helpful. The jacuzzi didn’t work though ;(
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Thomas
Awesome, very clean. Good place. It was last minute on our end. very fair night rate that we got I would stay here again
4/10
Poor
31 May 2026
Narciso
Air conditioner was broken sink was cracked there was cockroach crawling on the wall and a patch in the wall behind the door. Very dated an not very clean.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
30 May 2026
Guoqing
The evening shift staff is harsh towards foreigner. The only bad experience in my worldwide travel during the past 30 years.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Srujana
Excellent place very clean
Self
4/10
Poor
25 May 2026
Angel
Bedding cover was most definitely not replaced with clean ones before our stay. We never leave them on the bed but still was noticeable. The room was pretty warm the entire night even with the wall unit "AC" ON "HIGHT COOL" as labeled. The hot tub was out of service, the gate to the pool area lock wasn't working right. We had to reach over to open the door. Big breakfast room but no real breakfast, just some pre packaged Danishes and muffins. Only water and coffee. Parking was easy and well lit.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Cody
Desk services attendant was professional and polite.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Philip
A good deal. Perfect location near cal poly and down town.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
04 May 2026
Lydia
Very dirty stained chair
Old peeling paint in room and bathroom
Rough bedsheets
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
03 May 2026
Josue
Shower didn’t work so I couldn’t shower.
Self
4/10
Poor
02 May 2026
Peter
Old property. Burn hole on bed cover.

No heat. I wore two shirts and a jacket. Staff and owners know the heat does not work, and they do nothing. Staff told me to complain the next day, there was nothing they could do. Very uncomfortable, but I am stuck here for the night.
2/10
Poor
27 Apr 2026
Kristine
This Hotel was a headache from the moment we walked in to check in, staff was not helpful, rude, couldn’t answer any questions. Rooms Ac/Heater unit was awful made a hug loud noise the entire time. The bathroom lights were out, one light worked in the room very dark.
Partner
2/10
Poor
20 Apr 2026
Jessica
The property was ok for the price you pay.. property is run down. Black mold around the tub. Carpets are dirty. Blankets were gross found food in them so obviously they didn't clean them or change them out. The front office was closed already by the time we went to our room.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
19 Apr 2026
Lila
The parking situation was good and its a place to sleep. Unfortunately SLO is quite expensive to stay in so for the price anywhere else you'd be laughed at for paying. The room was very rough and run down, but the bed was clean and comfortable. The "breakfast" consisted of premade pastries and over brewed coffee. It wasn't bad, it's just way less than expected, like I have stayed in nicer motel 6s.
Partner
4/10
Poor
17 Apr 2026
Clarisa
The restroom had brown stains and the room had crumbs on the floor. The balcony door would not close correctly. And the AC didn’t work
Friends
2/10
Poor
12 Apr 2026
Edna
No staff in the middle of the night. Door does not work to get into the building so my son slept in the car until 6am. The phone number to call is disconnected to get in too
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
29 Mar 2026
Kami
This place is horrible.
We had a large group staying here and most of our rooms had broken/non functioning AC units.
It was a miserable 3 day stay.
i'll never stay here again.
worst place i've ever stayed.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2026
Esther
Hotel was close to my venue. Person who checked me in was very nice. I couldnt beat the price or location.
4/10
Poor
25 Mar 2026
Kimberly
Could never get the heat to work and the staff was unhelpful. The final night someone kept banging on the door and the staff told us this was not happening. So we left and received no reimbursement
2/10
Poor
16 Mar 2026
Samuel
The place was dirty to the point of scary. Wasn't sure it was safe, but didn't have a choice as it was last minute and couldnt afford to pay for a 2nd hotel (and not get back my Lamplighter $). Was afraid of bedbugs or cockroaches. Didn't get any sleep. Why is it so run down and still getting7-8 stars? Fals advertising. I did not thinki I booked a 2/10 star place. For a few bucks more, go somewhere else. I would like a full refund honestly.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Caden
Did not use the pool nor hot tub. Parking was very easy. Air conditioning functioned properly.
Friends
2/10
Poor
12 Mar 2026
Matt
They cancelled my stay because I was going to arrive too late
2/10
Poor
03 Mar 2026
thaddeus
I checked in on 2/26 at 3 pm. front desk guy, small, wiry with spectacles. First he was very rude to me, then he insulted me, then , for a moment, I thought he was gonna come around the counter and assault me. I was polite the entire time. I kept my mouth shut lest the guy just cancel my reservation outright. Later on, I was leaving to get dinner. a random guest was coming out of the lobby. I asked " excuse me, how was your interaction with the desk guy?" he replied " the guy was totally rude with anger issues".
I have stayed at this property multiple times. NO More. Plus there was no HVAC in the room. no air conditioning and No heat. plus it was the most remote from office, Im sure the desk guy put me there on purpose. I hope upper management reads this
Self
6/10
Pleasant
02 Mar 2026
Laurence
Pool closed (winter)
No balcony
Rusted patches in bath tub, bed side lights INOP
Not sure of the cleanliness of the bed spread
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2026
Tuong
The room has a fridge and a microwave that came in good use
Partner
4/10
Poor
01 Mar 2026
Rhonda
A/C did not work. Not informed of this even though they knew. Upon calling front desk, told no other room available and offered no compensation. Very disappointed.
4/10
Poor
20 Feb 2026
A dulrahim
The Manager is not cooperative. The heater in my room was not working, I went to the front disk and and told the front desk employee that room is cold. He said I can’t do anything, after some argument he was ready to fight with me and called the police. Eventually I slept in my very cold room. I swear until 2 or 2 o’clock in the morning I didn’t fall asleep. The next day I talked to the front desk Manager, he said he would fix it. I asked again when do you fix iit? He raised his voice on me and loudly said, as soon as the maintenance guy comes. My feeling told me that he was lying. In the evening I came back to the hotel the room was very cold and the heater was not working. I went to the front desk a young man was at the front desk. He was kind enough to put me in another room which was warm. I swear to God what I wrote is true. I know it is hard to believe how a front disk manager could be so rude to rais his voice on a gust. The employee was so impolite, and his behavior clearly telling you that he was from a low class person. I never had such terrible experience in my life with a front desk manager and employee.
Business Friends
2/10
Poor
16 Feb 2026
TOM
No heat in room. No maintenance to fix it. Had to leave
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2026
Kelly
The room was spotless. We really enjoyed our stay
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
13 Feb 2026
Mauricio
The fist room they gave me had not been cleaned. The second room door didn't want to open with the room key. Once the key worked after about 50 tries, I had to almost kick down the door just to open it. Some of the lamps in the room didn't work, and one recessed light in the bathroom was falling apart. Terrible experience overall.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Oksana
Good hotel and location
2/10
Poor
12 Feb 2026
Jason
Horrible. Went through several rooms before found one where everything works (one room probably got mold exposure from entering) but no microwave or coffee maker. Took 6 days to get brought to room. Racist against Hispanics desk clerk. Stayed over a month and given worst room, as far from lobby as possible. Horrible customer service. Charged twice and a $850 charge out of nowhere which I luckily caught and fixed. There is nobody to complain to higher up or corporate affiliate. Most of the hotel isn't even used. If I had to guess I would say it's only a front to launder money. Don't stay here.
Self
2/10
Poor
11 Feb 2026
Jason
Horrible experience. Stayed over 1 month, should have been treated as a preferred customer. One of the desk clerks (BALD) is EXTREMELY racist towards hispanics. Room was horrible. Took 6 days to get a refrigerator that my room was supposed
Self
2/10
Poor
06 Feb 2026
Bang Lang
We could not check in when we arrived at 11:15 pm The office was closed and a paper said the attendant will be back at 6 am!!! We did not see this restriction on check in hours when booking with Expédia
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
01 Feb 2026
BRIANNA
Got assigned three rooms, the first two the key wouldn’t work and then the third room was dirty and the carpet was soaked!!! The front desk at night wasn’t the friendliest then left my card right on the counter for anyone to grab
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2026
Lawrence
yes
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
19 Jan 2026
Elizabeth
changed rooms 3 times in first 2 hrs. heater worked in none of them. shower faucet couldn't be turned off. brown streaks on bathroom door. hole punched in wall. safe lockers were already locked shut.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
16 Jan 2026
Diana
The room was in terrible shape. Knobs missing off dressers, torn lamp shade, cracks in bathtub, etc
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jan 2026
Chad
Staff is friendly, rooms clean. Heat did NOT work in room.
2/10
Poor
10 Jan 2026
Martin
Heat didnt work.
Business_and_leisure
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2026
Ariana
Definitely not the best hotel around but it served its purpose! I felt safe and it was clean enough for me. Only problem was the shower barely drained.
Partner
4/10
Poor
04 Jan 2026
Chris
Expect nothing except a room. Outlets connected to light switches - except there is no way to no until you wake up to a dead phone plugged in to a charger. Want temperature control? The remote doesn’t work, so you have to turn on the window unit. TV? Yeah - remote doesn’t work. Shower? Door has no handle so you can’t close it. Just a terribly maintained property.
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2026
SAJJAD
Okay
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2025
Vaughn
Great smiling and welcoming staff rooms spotless can’t beat the price for what’s paid for
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Janet
What a great find! So appreciative for the elevator and coffee in the lobby. I will stay hete again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2025
frank
Love this place. Plus, they have coffee all day and some yummy mini cheese danishes in the morning. And a nice view of the hills !
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
21 Dec 2025
Robby
No body
Was
Working
Biggest fail
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2025
JOBI
Yes
2/10
Poor
16 Dec 2025
Paige
Side door was missing handle, toilet didn’t flush, no hot water
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
frank
Great Hotel with excellent value for a competitive rate. I will def consider coming back if the rates stay reasonable.
Thank You !
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
13 Dec 2025
Cedric
When I went to my room to turn on the Tv, it was broken and I hope I don’t get charged for something I didn’t brake, shower didnt even work either little to no water came out of it
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
04 Dec 2025
Robert
Room alittle dirty. Waited 20 minutes for person to check out
Self
2/10
Poor
04 Dec 2025
Paul
David was very personable at check in & helpful. The other staff at this location are offensive
Business Self
2/10
Poor
04 Dec 2025
Paul
It seems like building 3 has a lot of workers that don’t speak English…..
Business Self
2/10
Poor
04 Dec 2025
Paul
Hot water off for 38 hours. No offers of compensation, instead a staff member knocked on my door at 240pm to do a “wellness check”. Then informed me I am welcome to leave if I don’t like that there isn’t hot water.
Business Self
2/10
Poor
30 Nov 2025
Chris
5 rooms until found one that wasn’t under construction
Business
6/10
Pleasant
30 Nov 2025
Haydee
Everything was amazing until the night. We turned on the light and unfortunately found roaches in the bathroom. The people and room was great if they didn't have the roaches i would give it 8 out of 10. But i would say 2 out of 10. I give 2 cause roaches migrate and can hitch long your belongs. I can handle no hot water, tv issues, or noise issues but there was none these issues. Unfortunately this is one place i won't stay again, so sorry.
6/10
Pleasant
30 Nov 2025
Mercedes
The check in was good , the sheets were clean, and there was hot water, but the carpets need cleaning and the microwave wasn't working. Otherwise, it was fine, no noise, and you can relax well.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
17 Nov 2025
DUANE
Horrible. Do not book here. Dirty, under construction, loud. Pool hottub area horrendous. Tried to cancel and wouldnt refund money.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Nov 2025
Scott
I stayed in one of their cheaper rooms. It was small and basic but totally works! HD tv worked and had a lot of channels. Bathroom was very clean. Bed was comfortable.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2025
Irving
Good stay.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
04 Nov 2025
Lauren
Staff was very nice. But there was no heat in my room because the heater wouldn’t work.
6/10
Pleasant
04 Nov 2025
RONALD
Room was simi clean had defered maintenance on a few things ac/heater knobs missing could not adjust the room temperature.
Closet doors broken, toilet was loses from the floor and the shower needs to be cleaned better.
But the place was quiet that might be due to no front desk staff to be found anywhere after check in.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
03 Nov 2025
Chris
No
Staff solid
Bad
Dirty
Business
2/10
Poor
02 Nov 2025
Elizabeth
This is the worst stay at a hotel that I have ever had.

I don't leave negative reviews but I am making an exception for the very inappropriately-named Lamplighter Inn.

Issues:

1) You can't check in between midnight and 6 a.m. It is not on the rules they sent ahead of time. I learned the hard way when my flight was delayed and they said we couldn't come late.

2) The evening staff I spoke to about my situation could not stop talking or interrupting; he was extremely unsympathetic and defensive. I didn't trust him to be able to cancel one night and not the whole reservation so I just kept my whole reservation. I was able to de-escalate but then he started talking AGAIN and when I kept interjecting to get a confirmation he just kept blathering.

3) A literal hole in our wall the size of a bullet hole.

4) Black colored mold on the shower grout.

5) Door had been repainted haphazardly, so it looks like it was just smeared with chocolate sauce.

6) Pool and hot tub were visibly littered with debris, not the normal amount one sees in an outdoor pool, but looked unmaintained and closed.

7) We could hear through the walls at speaking level. Not loud TV but like regular conversation.

8) Signage is unreasonably antagonistic and paranoid, like anyone wants their over-bleached locker-room towels.

9) The coffee machine is not near an outlet that it can easily be plugged into.

10) Bathroom fan didn't work.

I would rather sleep in my car.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Kristin
This is my 2nd stay and I liked it a lot. The 24 hour office is a plus.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
02 Nov 2025
Cristina
The experience was terrible. I do NOT recommend this hotel. AC and furniture was broken, bathroom tub appeared rusted, toilet seats were broken, the room felt highly unsanitary, comforters had bodily fluid stains, walls were covered in stains throughout, deadbolt locks on doors were broken. We were moved between four different rooms and each room was the same. We left shortly after check in without receiving a refund.
4/10
Poor
27 Oct 2025
Maria
The hotel is in a good area. we were just disappointed that the cleanliness just isn’t there. The shower curtain was yellow, when at one point it seemed that it used to be white and it smelled really bad. The covers on bed were stained dirty, I didn’t complain on the bed cover being stained only because the white sheets were clean. But I doubt I’d consider staying there again.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
26 Oct 2025
Yelitza
The place looks better on the outside than the inside. Do not be fooled! It was like stepping into a room not updated since 1980! The carpet was stained, the TV/wifi didn’t work well, the shower didn’t drain well, and overall the room just felt icky. I would never stay here again!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Oct 2025
Ryan
The room was adequate. Unfortunately the heater was broken. We were promised some compensation for it, but in the morning when checking out, there was no one at the front desk! We waited around for 10 minutes or so and politely called out around the lobby, but finally gave up and just left.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
23 Oct 2025
Mariette
I did not end up staying at this hotel. Upon arrival, front desk attendant was rude and condescending from the moment I walked in.
I was told Expedia shouldn’t have confirmed a reservation with them. They were basically fully booked. He proceeded to look at his computer (while grumbling that the reservation shouldn’t have been booked), shaking his head, stated that housekeeping had not been there that day. He found me a room type that I booked. He said See if that works. Went to the room and it was used (bed was still not made and bathroom unclean). I promptly returned to the front desk. I asked what my options were. I was told condescendingly that my only choice was another room with a double bed. Fine, happens. Front desk said You’re getting a bigger room for the same price- I don’t know what you would have to complain about. Went to that room, but the AC was not working. I returned back down to the front desk to inform him of the problem, where again he curtly told me to plug in the unit and it will work with the thermostat. I went back again to the room and still not working. Back to the front desk. He was not helpful to find a solution. Proceeded to speak to me rudely, and I called him out on it. Told me he won’t be lectured to. Terrible service. I was told just call Expedia and tell them we can’t accommodate you. We do it all the time.
It’s was so late at this point, and he was so incredibly rude and unhelpful. No courtesy. I left. Would not recommend.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2025
Luis Alberto
Nice place
4/10
Poor
21 Oct 2025
Timothy

Make sure you read the fine print.

It was a nice hotel, but I had a problem when checking in. The young guy up front was pretty rude or just having a bad day not sure, but when I when in to check in and I guess this hotel doesn't take debit cards when put a hold for the room. Aka $150 just in case you mess up the room. You have to pay with a "credit card".... I've been staying at different hotel for over 5 years and never ran into this problem. I drive over 5 hours to get to this town for business and now I can't sleep here... Then this guy said I could stay there but NOW I would have to paid "$500" cash. I'm like what... I called hotels.com about it since I booked the hotel though them. I was on the phone with him for some time and he did the best he could with this situation that was going on. I lucky had $500 cash on me at the time. I walked back in but I guess NOW this guy was leaving for the day and now he couldn't help me. So I had to wait for the next guy which was about 30 seconds. Not to long. I told this guy that the other guy said I could pay $500 cash since I didn't have a credit card and he said, "sorry we don't take cash". I said the other guy just said I could. He said he was not sure what was said but we don't take cash. I walked out not happy and now no were to sleep after driving all this way. I was in my van about to call hotel.com back. The other guy walk out and talked with me and made the situation right. Aka I had some were to sleep now and I didn't pay that. I wouldn't stay here again.
Business
2/10
Poor
18 Oct 2025
DEBRA
Air conditioning broken in TWO rooms and unfortunately hotel is fully booked. No maintenance on staff. So we are stuck
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2025
Tom
Guy at front desk was awesome, I didn't get his name. The hotel was nice, great location.
Business
4/10
Poor
14 Oct 2025
Arturo
You get what you pay for, and that's okay. The bed was actually comfortable but it's obvious they just don't care about maintaining the rooms what with the stains and broken furnishings, etc. It looks like a well kept place from the exterior but the rooms (at least mine) are a different reality. Still, what does one expect for rock bottom lodging prices?
Partner
2/10
Poor
14 Oct 2025
Brian
My friend and I got a couple rooms for the weekend. We found some rotten pieces of an apple on the A/C unit in one of the rooms and thought "it's wtvr, this is just gonna be one of 'those' hotel stays". But as the night progressed we noticed a hole in the wall, burn marks on the blankets, and thennnn we spotted a bunch of roaches. After killing the roaches so the kids could calm down, I moved the upholstered chair in the corner of the room and found some decomposed stuff stuck to the carpet. Still not sure what it was but I threw it away. It was late at night, but staying in that room wasn't tolerable so we requested another room. The night-time counter clerk was sympathetic and nice, and provided new room cards quickly. We found rotten food in the new room as well... What the actual heck, guys. Pay your cleaning people better and maybe they'll care. The hot tub was out of service and the pool had what looked like a bunch of leaves and dirt in it. Won't be staying at this place again.
Leisure Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
12 Oct 2025
Caitlin
Good area but the window screen was cut, the carpet was wet and smelled like cheese, and the toilet paper smelled like fire, as if it had been left out during a wildfire
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Jacqueline
The whole.area felt safe and comfortable
Business
2/10
Poor
10 Oct 2025
Mykayla
Wowza, where do I start? I’m not generally one to write reviews as I typically just don’t return to places if I’m not fond of them. For this, I’m going out of my way to help future guests steer clear. This place is a literal hazard. I can’t say I’m totally shocked given the price… but I’ve never stayed in a hotel, Inn or motel worse than this. The front desk person was nice and helpful, no complaints there. Once I made it into my room, I noticed the EXTREME staining on the carpet. I set my bags on one of the two beds before I noticed the glitter and crusty stains on the blankets. I’m not talking - washed but wont come out stains - I’m talking thick fluids that dried into a crust and haven’t been washed at all stains. To the point of near gagging, I stripped the comforter to inspect sheets. Big surprise, more stains and full of hairs. I called several hotels nearby but was unsuccessful in finding another room in the middle of the night on such short notice. I went back to inspect the bed again, and thats when I saw a roach - a literal COCKROACH - on the wall. On top of that, the panel for the AC unit was destroyed and not at all in a functional state, several of the lamps were having issues, the ‘furniture’ is dingy, falling apart, and missing pieces, there was a questionable odor, towels were dirty, shower had not been cleaned, the complementary shampoos were used, and the shower caulking was moldy and gross. Absolutely will not stay again, and I’d advise you don’t either.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Oct 2025
Daniel
Beautiful architecture, great locale for hiking SP (starting point), hiked all three peaks from hotel. Nice stroll down to farmers market, a lot of variety nearby.
Self
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2025
CAROLINE
The balcony was somewhat scenic! The room was clean! Parking was very good!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Oct 2025
Janet

We would stay somewhere else next time

The room was clean. Unfortunately all of the knobs/dials were missing off the a/c unit and it was impossible to control the room temperature. There was a safe in the room but it was not working. This is an older hotel which appears to need a lot of work. We would probably not stay here again.
Partner
4/10
Poor
05 Oct 2025
Tina
The place was very dirty.

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Lamplighter Inn San Luis Obispo
1604 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, United States

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