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50+ Years
experience
Iconic Themed Hotel in San Luis Obispo | Madonna Inn
Since 1958, Madonna Inn has stood as a legendary destination in San Luis Obispo, California, offering a unique blend of themed accommodations, culinary excellence, and immersive hospitality. Our 110 distinct guest rooms, each designed with imaginative themes, provide an unparalleled experience for travelers seeking romance, adventure, or family-friendly stays. The Inns commitment to quality extends to its world-class dining venues, including the iconic Copper Cafe and Gold Rush Steak House, where meals are crafted from fresh, wholesome ingredients. Our bakery, renowned for its famous Pink Champagne Cake, delivers handcrafted desserts rooted in family recipes, while the celestial-themed spa offers rejuvenating treatments that have earned recognition as the Central Coasts premier wellness destination.With 1,000 acres of scenic grounds, on-site amenities like tennis courts and horseback riding, and versatile event spaces for weddings and conferences, Madonna Inn combines decades of operational expertise with a dedication to creating unforgettable experiences. Our team prioritizes transparency, ethical service, and adherence to industry standards, ensuring every guest receives personalized attention in a setting that balances whimsy with professionalism.
Services
Themed Guest Rooms
Dining Venues
Bakery
Spa Services
Event Venues
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in Central Coast hospitality with uniquely themed accommodations.
- Our award-winning spa provides advanced skincare and massage therapies using Eminence and SkinCeuticals products.
- The bakery crafts signature cakes daily using family recipes since 1958.
- Three on-site dining venues serve made-from-scratch meals, including USDA Prime steaks.
- We host events for 2 to 2,600 guests across 11 distinctive indoor and outdoor venues.
Services
Themed Guest Rooms
Madonna Inn offers 110 uniquely themed guest rooms blending whimsical design with comfort. Each space features custom decor, hypoallergenic bedding, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi. Rooms cater to diverse preferences, from rustic rock-themed suites to opulent pink luxury accommodations, ensuring memorable stays for couples, families, and groups.
Award-Winning Spa
The spa provides massages, facials, and body treatments using Eminence and SkinCeuticals products. Services include CBD-infused therapies, seasonal specials, and package deals. The serene environment features a heated pool and fitness center, with treatments designed to address aging, skin health, and muscle tension through natural ingredients and advanced techniques.
Bakery
The bakery crafts daily cakes, pies, and pastries using family recipes and fresh ingredients. Signature items include Pink Champagne Cake and seasonal fruit pies. Orders are available for in-store pickup, with shipping options limited to cookies due to product fragility. All items are produced in a nut-handling facility with allergen precautions.
Dining Venues
Three dining options serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Copper Cafe offers casual American fare, Gold Rush Steak House specializes in USDA Prime cuts, and the Silver Bar provides cocktails and appetizers. Menus emphasize locally sourced ingredients, with seasonal holiday feasts and private dining available for special events.
Event Venues
The property hosts events from intimate gatherings to large weddings with 23 acres of outdoor space and 20,000 sq ft of indoor facilities. Services include catering, floral arrangements, and coordination for ceremonies, conferences, and parties. Venues range from the Secret Garden to the Venetian Room, accommodating 2 to 2,600 guests with customizable packages.
Questions
What makes Madonna Inn's guest rooms unique?
Each of our 110 rooms features distinct themes ranging from rustic rock to pink luxury suites, combining imaginative decor with modern comforts like hypoallergenic bedding and flat-screen TVs.
Do you offer spa packages?
Yes, we provide multi-treatment packages like the Elegance Series and Cloud Nine Series, including facials, massages, and upgrades with champagne and gifts.
Can I order bakery items for pickup?
Yes, cakes, pies, and pastries are available for same-day in-store pickup, with shipping options limited to cookies due to product fragility.
Are pets allowed on the property?
We welcome service animals as defined by the ADA but do not permit pets in guest rooms to ensure guest safety and comfort.
What event spaces are available for weddings?
We offer 11 venues including the Secret Garden, Venetian Room, and 23-acre meadows, accommodating 2 to 2,600 guests with catering and coordination services.
Do restaurants require reservations?
Reservations are recommended but not required for dining, with special holiday meals requiring advance booking via phone.
Reviews (7)
Britt M.
Jun 22, 2022
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You are definitely staying here for the kitsch, not the comfort. The beds were incredibly hard with lumpy pillows. The A/C was located behind a really heavy couch so it never really got cool in there. We were located on the 3rd floor, but there were no elevators or ramps to lug our heavy suitcase up - and no staff offer to assist with luggage. Parking at the actual area with the rooms is incredibly limited. I did enjoy the kitsch of our room, and the property, as well as the food & decor of the restaurant. Definitely a place to stay once - but not again.
Livier M.
Jun 14, 2022
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Omgggg I cannot rave enough about this place. I grew up driving past this place all the time but thinking it was Madonna the singers hotel so it never interested me. Well imagine my surprise when a tik tok video showed the theme rooms and I ran to their website to book a stay. Unfortunately, the room I wanted was unavailable but we found another one we really liked and o was obsessed! The decor, the staff, the grounds are just beautiful.
I love pink and the restaurant was as if a pink flower threw up in it. Just flowers and hot pink paint chairs etc. The food was just eh but honestly everything else made up for it and I can't wait to be back!
I love pink and the restaurant was as if a pink flower threw up in it. Just flowers and hot pink paint chairs etc. The food was just eh but honestly everything else made up for it and I can't wait to be back!
Ed H.
Jun 10, 2022
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Nice retro steakhouse. Atmosphere is very gaudy--bubblegum pink everywhere. Food was just okay. For a steakhouse I was a bit disappointed. I ordered the NY which was very flavorful but a bit tough and overcooked (I requested medium rare -- I got medium). The "New England clam chowder " was curiously devoid of clams and seemed to be more like mashed potato soup. At the suggestion of a friend I ordered the pink champagne cake which was great.
Maybe it was the dancing and band or the cake or the just okay steak but the whole experience felt like I was at a wedding for really old people. I think I would recommend coming to Madonna Inn for the nostalgia experience once--beyond that, I'm not so sure.
Maybe it was the dancing and band or the cake or the just okay steak but the whole experience felt like I was at a wedding for really old people. I think I would recommend coming to Madonna Inn for the nostalgia experience once--beyond that, I'm not so sure.
Theresa M.
May 28, 2022
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On the way to LA, I thought of visiting here per my friend's recommendation. What a great stop for a road trip! You can have breakfast, lunch or dinner. Hubby and I stopped for lunch and we strolled a little bit after. Food is good. Staff are nice. Price is reasonable but some is pricey. However they have big servings. Madonna Inn is Located in San Luis Obispo, around 3 1/2 hrs from bay area(SF), CA.
One of the best highway stops on the Hwy 101, SLO County. No, it's not owned by Madonna, the singer. That's what I thought at first too. Madonna Inn was established in 1958 by Alex & Phyllis Madonna as a roadside motel for travelers. They have a full bar, cafe shop and steakhouse(open only for dinner) plus a garden for special events too. All have huge space. You can just pay a visit, dine, then stroll around, and no need to reserve a room. There's a nice basement where the winery and gift shop is located.
As a plus, the restrooms are super clean! The place is a good size and there is also very good choices of food from their cafe shop. Will come back again for an overnight for sure to try their steakhouse restaurant too.
One of the best highway stops on the Hwy 101, SLO County. No, it's not owned by Madonna, the singer. That's what I thought at first too. Madonna Inn was established in 1958 by Alex & Phyllis Madonna as a roadside motel for travelers. They have a full bar, cafe shop and steakhouse(open only for dinner) plus a garden for special events too. All have huge space. You can just pay a visit, dine, then stroll around, and no need to reserve a room. There's a nice basement where the winery and gift shop is located.
As a plus, the restrooms are super clean! The place is a good size and there is also very good choices of food from their cafe shop. Will come back again for an overnight for sure to try their steakhouse restaurant too.
Cathy G.
May 02, 2022
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I was frankly shocked at how run down our room was. I specifically chose the Sweepstakes because of the horse theme. That was fine, but the furniture was so beat up! I'm not talking about vintage, I'm talking scratched and missing it's varnish. Geez people, spend $10 on a furniture touch up kit and brown out the scratches! I was not expecting expecting lots of modern conveniences, afterall it's over 60 years old, but I did expect normal upkeep.
So sad, because the theme was cute, there was a new, rather small flat screen, a coffee maker, canned lighting, climate control a/c and a brand new pink ice bucket. Obviously they've put some effort into updating the room, but the obvious damage, gave the room kind of a creepy, fleabag atmosphere. The public areas have fared better, which makes the condition of our room's furnishings all the more shocking. UPDATE: the pink champagne cake is worth getting, from the bakery. It is huge and delicious but it needs to be kept chilled.
So sad, because the theme was cute, there was a new, rather small flat screen, a coffee maker, canned lighting, climate control a/c and a brand new pink ice bucket. Obviously they've put some effort into updating the room, but the obvious damage, gave the room kind of a creepy, fleabag atmosphere. The public areas have fared better, which makes the condition of our room's furnishings all the more shocking. UPDATE: the pink champagne cake is worth getting, from the bakery. It is huge and delicious but it needs to be kept chilled.
Lala G.
Apr 25, 2022
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I go just for the cakes and baked goods. The cakes are so worth the 2 hour drive. I have never had a complaint. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. And did I mention the cakes so delicious. My favorites are the famous Pink Champagne cake and the Raspberry Delight, but they are all so good
Craig E.
Apr 20, 2022
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Seriously, how can you not give this place five stars. Just make sure you come into this place with the correct expectation of what it is. Every single room is different, and is decorated in a specific theme. Make sure you look closely at the website when booking to get the room that fits you the best, which is pretty fun. The history of this place is very interesting. It was originally built by a construction worker who got tired of having to eat at truck stops all the time when he finished working late.
The hotel was then subsequently built up and decorated by his wife, needless to say prepare for an explosion of the color pink. The beds are comfortable, the rooms are quiet and cozy and the price is right in general. The gym and pool are quite nice and unfortunately I didn't get to experience the spa. The place is old so there aren't a lot of plugs in the rooms but the WiFi is solid if you really feel the urge to work. Those conference call backgrounds would be epic!
The hotel was then subsequently built up and decorated by his wife, needless to say prepare for an explosion of the color pink. The beds are comfortable, the rooms are quiet and cozy and the price is right in general. The gym and pool are quite nice and unfortunately I didn't get to experience the spa. The place is old so there aren't a lot of plugs in the rooms but the WiFi is solid if you really feel the urge to work. Those conference call backgrounds would be epic!
