Lamplighter Inn & Suites

3 stars
5.6
Fair
based on 1788 reviews
1,788 reviews
1604 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, United States
1604 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
+1 805 547 7777
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This hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and concierge services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include dry cleaning, free newspapers, and a garden. Lamplighter Inn & Suites offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Luis Obispo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
5.6
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1788 reviews

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Amenities at Lamplighter Inn & Suites

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Reviews of Lamplighter Inn & Suites

5.6
Fair
1788 verified ratings
Wonderful
410
Very good
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Good
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Okay
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Fair
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Mediocre
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Poor
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Guests consistently praised the hotel's location, finding it convenient and close to key attractions like downtown and the beach. Some reviewers mentioned friendly or helpful staff, and a few noted clean or upgraded rooms. However, several guests were dissatisfied with cleanliness, citing dirty carpets, stained linens, or ant problems. Service experiences varied, with some staff described as rude or unhelpful. Value for price was mixed, with some feeling the hotel was a good deal for the area, while others thought it was not worth the cost due to maintenance and amenity issues.
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4.0
Mediocre
Carroll, Jun 2021
Pros (+) Location ok
Cons (-) Filthy room in old, run down, poorly maintained condition. Stains on walls, bedding, toilet seat. Moldly and deteriorated. Breakfast was a few bagged junk-food pastries and rotting fruit.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Sept 2020
Pros (+) The location is nice for walking downtown.
Cons (-) Updated rooms. Felt old, and needed work done.
4.0
Mediocre
Brody, Jun 2020
Pros (+) Bed and AC both adequate.
Cons (-) Front desk person very rude. Upon entering the room, we noticed the bathroom was minimally cleaned- the shower had a sliver of bar soap remaining, and a half used bottle of shampoo. Urine stains on th...
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6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2017
Pros (+) The people are super nice and the bed was really comfortable
Cons (-) Walls are PAPER thin. A/C unit in room was really noisy
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Checked in at 2:00 am, and were greeted by very friendly, helpful staff. The beds were comfortable, and the room was clean. Spacious bathroom. We stayed three nights, and it was a great trip.

Location

1604 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

What's nearby

  • Steynberg Gallery140 m
  • Monterey Street Wines0.5 km
  • Dallidet Adobe and Gardens0.7 km
  • Fremont Theater0.9 km
  • San Luis Obispo Little Theatre1 km
  • Ah Louis Store1.2 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa1.3 km
  • History Center and Museum of San Luis Obispo County1.3 km
  • San Luis Obispo Museum of Art1.4 km
  • Mott Gym1.4 km
  • San Luis Obispo Children's Museum1.5 km
  • Alex G. Spanos Stadium1.6 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Lamplighter Inn & Suites?

The cheapest month to stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites is December, with an average nightly rate of $109. The most expensive month is June at $279 per night.

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The cheapest day to book Lamplighter Inn & Suites is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $94. The most expensive day is Saturday at $309 per night.

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To get the best price at Lamplighter Inn & Suites, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 63% compared to booking last minute.

FAQs when booking at Lamplighter Inn & Suites

  • Where is Lamplighter Inn & Suites located?

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites is located at 1604 Monterey Street, 0.8 km from the centre of San Luis Obispo. Steynberg Gallery is the closest landmark to Lamplighter Inn & Suites.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Lamplighter Inn & Suites?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Lamplighter Inn & Suites.

  • Does Lamplighter Inn & Suites offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Lamplighter Inn & Suites offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Lamplighter Inn & Suites from the airport?

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites is 5.6 km from San Luis Obispo County. Lamplighter Inn & Suites is 46.7 km from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Lamplighter Inn & Suites have a pool?

    Yes, Lamplighter Inn & Suites has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

0.8 km
San Luis Obispo County
5.6 km

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