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Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$301
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Explore the area

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1212 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Fremont Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Junior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Junior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San Luis Obispo

At Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel you'll be within steps of Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Bubblegum Alley. Highlights at this B&B include free cooked-to-order breakfast. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Downtown San Luis Obispo B&B include California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fremont Theater - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 12 min walk
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lokum Turkish Coffee & Pastries - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bull's Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Eureka - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Habit Burger Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

This 4-star San Luis Obispo bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Garden Street Inn San Luis Obispo
Garden Street San Luis Obispo
Garden Street Inn
Inn, A Kirkwood Collection
Garden Street Inn A Kirkwood Collection Property
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Bed & breakfast
Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel San Luis Obispo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 23 Sept 2025 start from AU$301.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

The closest beach to Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is Avila Beach (12.9 km).

Does Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests adore the free cooked-to-order brekkie here! Offered daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

No, Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Garden Street Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 690 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 690 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 690 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 690 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 690 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay at this Inn. Everyone was super friendly and the breakfast was really good. Slept like a baby. I’ll be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It’s a charming, quaint house centrally located downtown. However, it is an old house and has not been properly repurposed with sound insulation as I could hear my next door neighbor snore at night and hear hotel guests laugh and talk loudly downstairs from my room upstairs, and worse, hear the people in the parking lot next to the hotel talk at night. There were no modern conveniences such as a safe or small fridge/mini bar in the room nor an electric kettle to boil water or any drawers for my clothes. There wasn’t sufficient space to put away anything. In fact, I was given a different room from the one I booked and there was no one there after I checked in to tell. So I had to contact my travel agency. I was obliged to stay for 2 nights as I couldn’t cancel, but I checked out on my last night and stayed at another hotel that was more comfortable. I would say this is not a 4 star boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property in downtown SLO within walking distance to absolutely everything. There we so many wonderful touches to the B & B and a fantastic, welcoming staff. It was such a pleasure to stay at the Garden Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were lovely, the bed was comfortable and the house itaelf very characterful. Two blocks down Garden Street is residential parking where you can park for free overnight which is a bonus too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

raquella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn

Liked: Staff & service
Hot water lacking. Otherwise a delight
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Annelize

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is very central located in an older property. There is no onsite parking and no elevator. Other than that it was a fine and the staff were very helpful and served a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Adorable hotel. Everything was just lovely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upsides: this is a very charming small hotel. Similar to a bed and by, in a great location. Large comfortable rooms. The downsides: a little noisy, we could hear other guests through the walls. We had a hard timer getting hot water. Especially in The shower.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is beautiful and staff delightful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

May Aloha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really neat property. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The place is very nice, we had a bad experience with breakfast, after ordering the only choice and obtaining a number we didn’t realise the order was forgotten, we waited patiently and finally asked about the status. The server said she just forgot and said she would be get on it right away. This put us behind schedule for the day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is so cute and the rooms very clean but beware, I booked a room with a fireplace option and the fireplace did not work. So call before you book if you want a room with a working fireplace. The staff was excellent and the breakfast in the morning was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Dana Point

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ambience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable like home

We always choose Garden St Inn when we are in SLO.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything an inn should be...welcoming staff person, well-appointed rooms, comfy sitting area with fireplace, delicious and unusual breakfast menu. Plus it's walking distance to great restaurants and lovely shops. I will be staying here again, I'm sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nehal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely would stay again.

Great location, right near restaurants and shops. Extremely helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys, Albany

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to check in late, but the staff did a lovely job leaving me a note with clear instructions on how to enter the hotel and get to my room. Its a beautiful boutique property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming, friendly staff, wonderful location to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This was a cute hotel, clean, nice staff, great breakfast, but zero amenities. For a "4 star" hotel, I would expect a little more. The rooms were charming, but not comfortable. No where to set your phone at night, no robes in the rooms, not even a decent mirror in the bathroom. 4 stars
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

BeTrice

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay Here

This is such a comfortable B&B! Great location and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025