Located in downtown San Luis Obispo's historic core and the heart of California’s Central Coast, Garden Street Inn offers old-world hospitality with new-century passion.

Locals call it SLO; offering excellent shopping, first-class restaurants, wine-tasting, art galleries and museums. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the rolling hills and coastal valleys, SLO lies just a short drive from Avila Beach, Morro Bay, and Pismo Beach. Golf, tennis, biking, and hiking opportunities abound. SLO hosts a myriad of local tourist attractions, including world renowned vineyards and wineries, California missions, iconic museums, and breathtaking beaches.

Old-World Charm Meets New-World Hospitality

Classic decor reflects Victorian charm in our uniquely boutique hotel - many with fireplaces and private decks. Grab a book from the well-stocked Goldtree Library, or sip your morning coffee on our spacious outdoor communal deck. Meet the chef in preparation of a delicious breakfast each morning which is served in the McCaffrey Morning Room.

Accommodations

All of our guest accommodations are uniquely curated with beautiful decor, fabrics, and stunning chandeliers. Each room features a wardrobe, a spacious bathroom, LCD TV, and a queen size bed. Suites also include a parlor room. Select rooms are dog friendly (View our pet policy).

Our History

This 1887 Victorian home, known as the Garden Street Inn, rests on land that was once part of the Mission Vineyard. The Italianate/Queen Anne design was originally the single-family home of German/Jewish immigrants, Morris and Helena Goldtree.

After changing hands to several different owners, the property was purchased in May of 1989 and converted into a bed and breakfast. In 2018, Kirkwood Collection became stewards of Garden Street Inn, expanding our collection of first-class hospitality. Read more of our history!

McCaffrey Morning Room

Named for Elizabeth and Patrick McCaffrey, who purchased the home in 1898, this sunny room is the setting for a delicious gourmet breakfast featuring historic Inn recipes.

Goldtree Library

Named for Helena and Morris Goldtree, who built the house in 1887, the Goldtree Library is well appointed and the perfect place for pleasantries and conversation.

Emerald Isle

The Luck of the Irish flourishes with Shamrocks and Lily of the Valley décor. This room is located downstairs and features a private deck, queen size bed, and beautifully tiled shower with glass doors. Pet friendly.

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Valley of the Moon

Jack London lives! The spirit of the West is captured in warm shades of tan, rust, and green tucked away in a secluded corner of the Inn. This room is located downstairs, has a queen size bed, and an antique Clawfoot tub/shower.

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Walden

Thoreau's beauty of nature emerges in the green of the forest, leaves of tan, and serenity of blue shining waters. Expansive windows look out onto a massive deck. This room is located downstairs and has a king size bed with a large bath/shower.

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Edelweiss

The Sound of Music comes alive within this Austrian themed room. The fireplace is original, although the tile was added later (due to state and local regulations the fireplace is non operational). The antique Clawfoot tub dates back to the early 1900's.

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Field of Dreams

You will hear the crowds cheering as you delight in memorabilia of the sporting world of yesteryear. Get cozy and enjoy the views from the expansive deck. This room is located upstairs and has a queen size bed and an antique Clawfoot tub/shower.

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Close to Home

Classic warmth in blue and mauve grace a sitting room with exceptional views. Yesteryear's stately pocket doors separate the bedroom. This room is located upstairs, has a queen size bed, beautifully tiled shower with glass doors, a couch, and a 27" flat screen television.

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The Lovers

Romantic hues of an English Garden design surround an acclaimed Picasso print, The Lovers. A private deck adjoins a secluded master bedroom. This room is located downstairs, has a king size bed, and a 27" flat screen television. This room is wheelchair accessible with an outdoor lift. Pet Friendly.

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Concours d'Elegance

A cozy cast-iron stove warms the sitting room focusing on the beauty and old-world charm of classic cars. Shades of burgundy, tan, and red combine with grand pocket doors. This room is located upstairs, has a queen size bed, beautifully tiled shower with glass doors, a separate seating area, and features a 27" flat screen television.

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Dollie McKeen

She nurtured this grand dwelling from 1923 until her death in 1965. Her spirit lives on in gold, lavender, and black architectural decor around a non-functioning, ornate fireplace. Original stained-glass windows and a soaking bathtub/shower are added features. This room is located downstairs, has a queen size bed, table with chairs, loveseat and a 27" flat screen television.

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Cocoon

Delightful floral prints with butterfly wall art brings in early spring of the Cocoon décor. This room is located upstairs, has a writing desk with a chair, a 27" flat screen television, a queen size bed, and features a fireplace and an antique Clawfoot tub/shower.

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Amadeus

Rosey hues bring joy and enchantment into Amadeus décor. This room is located upstairs has a writing desk with a chair, a 27" flat screen television, a queen size bed, and features a large bath/shower.

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Ah Louis

Ah Louis came to San Luis Obispo as a cook and rose to become one of its best known and respected citizens. Travel into cultural elements and monumental asian art of the Ah Louis décor. This room is located upstairs, has a writing desk with a chair, a 27" flat screen television, and a queen size bed with a large bath/shower.

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Our Town

Nestle in the heart of San Luis Obispo in historical Our Town. This room is located upstairs with a welcoming entry seating, a 27" flat screen television, a queen size bed, and features a large bath/shower.

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