San Luis Obispo Hostel

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 2-star1617 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, United StatesShow on map

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8.3 · Very good1,109 reviews

Check-in from 4:30 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 1617 Santa Rosa Street.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Cozy Accommodations with Shared Facilities Experience a comfortable stay at HI - San Luis Obispo Hostel, just a short drive from Shell Beach and Pismo State Beach. Each room offers a cozy bed with access to shared bathrooms and lockers for your convenience.

Relaxing Common Areas Unwind in our shared lounge equipped with a fireplace, piano, guitar, and board games. Whether you want to socialize with other guests or simply relax, our common areas provide the perfect ambiance for your stay.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions Enjoy free WiFi, onsite laundry facilities, and proximity to popular wineries like Cerro Caliente Cellars and Tolosa Winery. With hiking and cycling opportunities nearby, as well as attractions like California Polytechnic State University and Hearst Castle a short distance away, there's something for everyone at HI - San Luis Obispo Hostel.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking

Rooms

8.3

Very good

Rated 8.3 out of 10 by 1,109 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.2
Service8.8
Location9.2
Rooms7.7
Amenities8.2
Value7.7
Food & drink9.2

Guests mention

Friendly staffGreat locationDelicious breakfast

DanielaItaly
August 2026Solo traveller
Host super gentile ottima colazione con pancakes fatti da lui, casa tipica americana
Camera molto piccola
NachandUnited States
August 2026Couple
Would recommend to others
Nice staff clean room
Nothing
MariaIE
August 2026Group
Really comfortable and homely vibe.
Location from train station was literally a 3 minutes walk
Friendly staff nice and cosy really nice pancakes the next morning
MorganUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
Clean place with great staff and social atmosphere.
Hostel Obispo was great. What I liked the most was the community atmosphere and access to the kitchen and appliances. I was able to make smoothies for everyone and enjoy some conversations.
This is not the place to go…
MichelleUnited States
August 2026Group
Staying at the hostel was a great way to connect with other people while we dropped our son off at college. We will defi
This is a great old place in a beautiful neighborhood. You can walk just about anywhere you want to go in San Luis Obispo from there.
YuanXA
August 2026Solo traveller
服务非常好，热情帮助我打印文件。卫生间非常干净。离火车站很近很方便。

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

1617 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 4:30 PM until 10:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. Maximum Stay Policy: The maximum stay is 14 days in each 12-month period. Age restriction: Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed to reserve a bed in a shared dormitory. Please note, this property cannot accept packages arriving for guests who are not currently checked in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about San Luis Obispo Hostel

What time is check-in and check-out at San Luis Obispo Hostel?

Check-in is from 4:30 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does San Luis Obispo Hostel allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at San Luis Obispo Hostel?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does San Luis Obispo Hostel have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does San Luis Obispo Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book San Luis Obispo Hostel?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is San Luis Obispo Hostel?

1617 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA.

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