Hotel Cerro

Hotel Cerro in San Luis Obispo is a boutique downtown hotel that came to life through numerous design iterations and complex coordination. Situated in close proximity to neighboring buildings, the hotel includes entrances on three different downtown streets, adding to its unique and vibrant appeal. One of its standout features is the rooftop pool, which required the base to be craned into place, providing a stunning view of the city. In addition to the rooftop pool, the hotel boasts a state-of-the-art spa facility, featuring special structural details such as the “bubble walls”—an art installation with moving water flowing behind glass, requiring intricate structural support. The hotel also offers diverse hotel room styles, retail spaces, and restaurant amenities. With lift system parking for high-density use, gardens serving the on-site restaurant and distillery, and numerous other green-focused features, the design emphasizes sustainability and innovation. Ashley & Vance Engineering played a pivotal role in delivering these complex, unique design elements while ensuring the project met both aesthetic and structural requirements.