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The property known as the Motel Inn, historically presented as the world's first motel, has been put on the real estate market in California. Located in San Luis Obispo, the historic site is being offered with pre-approved permits already granted to construct an 83-room hotel on the premises.

Throughout its history, the landmark location hosted numerous high-profile celebrity guests, including Marilyn Monroe and Clint Eastwood, preserving a unique place in American roadside culture before heading toward commercial redevelopment.