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HI San Luis Obispo

1617 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Formerly Hostel Obispo)
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HI San Luis Obispo
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
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Auckland, New Zealand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This hostel is very cosy and the people were very nice! We stayed in a 6 room dorm and the beds were not the most comfortable but we managed. Pancakes in the morning were amazing and a great start to our day!! Also short walking distance to downtown.

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Wellington
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Loved SLO! The hostel had a cool vibe! Everyone was super friendly and the location was awesome! It was so confusing who actually worked there. There seemed to be more people working there than there were staying. But they were all really nice people! Stayed in private double room. The bed was comfortable but we had satin sheets that weren't... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012 via mobile

We read on website greyhound stop was 15 mins walk to hostel....great! Unfortunatly it took us 90 minutes to walk with our 12kl rucksacks!!!! And we are fast walkers! When we eventually got there we explained our long walk and wrong info to the guy who checked us in and said 'o yes that happened a few months back we... More

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Lahaina, Hawaii
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

Friendly, Cool and comfortable! These friendly staff members go out of there way to make you feel at home!!! Great location-try avala hot springs local pool for $10 a day or go to Pismo Beach or morro- short distances from here.Some of these best spots on the coast!!!

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Springfield, Illinois, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Stopping off at HI Obispo was a small miracle. Traveling alone, this hostel provided much needed socialization with friendly people doing interesting things with their life. It is clean, the bed comfortable and they offer free sourdough pancakes - the best pancakes ever! Everyone is very nice and welcoming. I even lucked out to stay during the music and potluck... More

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Lynnwood, Washington
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

STAY HERE!!!!!! For the last year and a half I have traveled all of the united states and stayed in every major hostelling organization in America. In general, the hostelling scene is an unknown gem in American travelling, which is a huge misfortune but...anyone who knows the hostel scene and tavels through these parts know that the Obispo Hostel is... More

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San Francisco, California, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

I stayed here one night as I was passing through San Luis Obispo. The place is very clean, in a great location, with very friendly and helpful staff. In the evening, I hung out in the common space, reading and chatting with staff and other guests, and had a great time meeting some really nice people. I stayed in a... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012

I didnt ask for much, but they gave me everything. When I needed help, they were there for me like family. That's what you will find when you stay in this house of strangers, located in probably the happiest home in America. Don't be shy to contribute to the good vibes, and have some pancakes.

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San Luis Obispo, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

I dont know why, but the house was super neat, clean and everybody was incredible friendly and helpful. the price was cheap and the rooms are really pretty. A helping hand, a room to stay and a second home you will find. Thanks guys you made my stay my honour.

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Melbourne
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

We stayed here overnight as we were passing through on a roadtrip. Were instantly greeted by many a smiling face, showed to a comfortable room and invited to join the staff and other for a home cooked meal (which was delicious). I was sick when i arrived and it was the perfect place to get some rest, there were extremely... More

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1617 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (Formerly Hostel Obispo)
Price range (per night):* INR1,120 - 3,361

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