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  • Hotel class: 1 of 5
  • Rooms: 60
Description: Two-story Motor Inn opposite shopping center & near downtown San Luis Obispo. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
210 Madonna Road
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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“Wet & Stained Bed Sheet”

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

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2 of 5 stars
California
6 Aug 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Just returned from a trip my mother and I took to San Luis Obispo. We stayed for two nights based on the previous good reviews. We had a room with two queen beds. We had a quick check in, dropped off our bags in the room and headed out. When we returned around 10pm, my mother turned the bedspread and top sheet down and noticed the bottom sheet was wet and had a large round stain on it (like a pee stain). I immediately called the front desk, explained the problem and asked that the sheets be completely changed. I was told someone would be over to take a look. We waited for 15 minutes then I called again. I was told there were two maintenance calls ahead of us. The desk clerk asked me how I think it got wet. I told him we believe someone before us or even their pet made the stain and they just didn't change the sheets or someone made up the bed to look like it wasn't slept in or a pet laid on the bedspread and wet the bed but it wasn't actually "slept in" so the maid did not change the bed sheets. I told the clerk that I wondered about the other bed and thought it best to change the sheets on it too.

When the manager arrived he explained away the problem saying the linen service had not entirely dried the sheet and that he knew of only one other time in many years this had happened. He turned the mattress over to check if it was wet completely though (it wasn’t) but in doing so, we noticed the other side had two stains from previous times. He quickly changed all the sheets on both queen beds as we requested.

If the fault lies with the linen service co., why didn’t they notice the sheet was wet or see the large stain when they were folding the sheet? Also, why didn’t the maid notice the wet and stained sheet when unfolding it to make up the bed, unless of course, someone made up the bed to look like no one slept in it, which means the maid did not touch that bed at all. I don't know whether is customary or not to remake a bed that hasn't been slept in.

Other than that, everything else was decent and the room was reasonably clean. The free continental breakfast was okay--coffee, juice, muffins (chocolate muffins were hard), danish and apples. My mother did say the coffee was very good.

It is in a good location, next to Denny’s, a gas station, shopping plaza and easy on and off access to the 101. I will probably stay elsewhere on the next trip to SLO.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Easy access on and off the 101
    • Disliked — room not extremely clean, bed sheet wet and stained
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kylahae's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Travelled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 06 August 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
No way!
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, Great pool scene, tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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Management Response
vagabond210, GM
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20 Nov 2007
We are aware of this situation and have discussed this situation with the housekeeping team and linen company. We strive for the best in accommodations, value and comfort.
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“Great location”

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3 of 5 stars
Australia
15 Jul 2007

Arrived after a five hour trip from LA tired and hungry. The reception were efficient and quick to check us in and advise us where the local restaurants were. The room was good and clean and being near the reception was quiet. The home town buffet just down the road was excellent for service and price. Opposite the inn is a big shopping complex with supermakets and coffee shops. The reception staff over the next 3 days were rude and had a couldn't care a less attitude and the breakfast was just enough to get you going, coffee, apples and cakes. It is walkable to the Madonna Inn and is definately worth a visit. San Luis Obispo down town is a five minute drive but do not eat at the Chinese buffet, food cold and tasteless. Would stay there again.

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sardross's Summary
Date of Stay: June 2007
Member since: 08 March 2005
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“Better than expected!”

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4 of 5 stars
los angeles
29 May 2007

We chose this hotel because it accepts dogs and we were pleasantly suprised. Location is just off the 101 freeway so it's about 10 mins drive to Pismo beach. Also, it's about 8-10 minutes to downtown. Clean and quiet- quite basic but if you have pets, this is one of the few places where you can get a room for under $200 during the memorial day weekend!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — dog friendly
    • Disliked — not fancy
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svaughan's Summary
Date of Stay: May 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 27 October 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, pet owners, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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“Great for a budget-minded stay”

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4 of 5 stars
California
13 Apr 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

My 2 teens and I stayed one night while college touring April 2007. Not sure why this hotel is just 1 star (reason I gave it above average rating). Hotel wasn't luxury (wasn't expecting luxury)-- but it was clean, decent furniture, fridge, microwave, newer TV, coffee maker, and iron in the room. Nice heated pool and hot tub. A litle noisy on the main street, and the beds and pillow could be softer -- but for a 1-2 night stay on a budget, this hotel is great!

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CalifFmly's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2007
Travelled with: Family with teenagers
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 09 June 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Older Travellers, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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“Great place to stay!”

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

6 Nov 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

Very happy with this hotel. Staff on front desk very helpful and friendly. Room was clean and bed very comfortable. The heated pool was great. The hotel is right next door to the Madonna Inn which you must go and have a look at and maybe have a drink or dinner there - it is the most amazing place.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The heated pool and comfortable bed.
    • Disliked — Nothing, it was all good.
    • Any tips/secrets for future travellers? — Go to Madonna Inn next door for a drink or dinner or just to have a look.
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Butteryville's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2006
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Other
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 06 November 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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210 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401