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The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property

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A modern living room with green sofas, a fireplace, and a large bookshelf filled with books.
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An outdoor patio with hexagonal tiles, wooden benches, and tables with chairs. There are string lights overhead and a fire feature in the center.
A hotel with a white facade, a sign reading "The Ritz-Carlton," and a view of green hills in the background.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a hanging light fixture, and a seating area with a wicker chair.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $147
$130 nightly
$147 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10

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1800 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
  • Place, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremont Theater
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking

A building with a sign that reads 'KIMNEY.'

2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A building with a sign that reads 'KIMNEY.'

1 King Bed Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a wall decorated with pictures.

1 King Bed 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Deans)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Deans)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 499 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Grad)

A hotel room with a TV, a desk, a green chair, a sofa, and two floor lamps.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Grad)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 434 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Professor)

A hotel room with a bed, sofa, TV, desk, and a patterned carpet.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Professor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall decorated with framed photographs of landscapes and seascapes.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall decorated with framed photographs of landscapes and seascapes.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Hearing)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall decorated with framed photographs of landscapes and seascapes.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Campus)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall decorated with framed photographs of landscapes and seascapes.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Luis Obispo

A stay at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton places you in the heart of San Luis Obispo, within a 5-minute drive of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Performing Arts Center. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Fremont Theater and 1 mi (1.5 km) from San Luis Obispo Superior Court.

What's nearby

  • California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fremont Theater - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Luis Obispo Superior Court - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo Station - 8 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout Coffee Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Field Day Coffee - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Luis Obispo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Schoolyard serving guests of The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11 AM.
Schoolyard - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 12 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 16 for adults and USD 6 to 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Schoolyard

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 3.7 percent destination fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 16 for adults, and USD 6 to 16 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 12 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel San Luis Obispo
Kinney San Luis Obispo Hotel
San Luis Obispo Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express San Luis Obispo Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Luis Obispo Hotel San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn San Luis Obispo
Kinney San Luis Obispo

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 614 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location if your visiting SLO
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great visit! We had a blast. Great hotel and the staff were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Only stayed one night, but room was clean and interestingly decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really fun and rest
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel & great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was stellar. Great location. Super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, easy check in experience. Room was clean but headboards were scuffed and a few items were worn down.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Burke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun retro vibe
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Akira

Great atay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Easy, ni hassle checkout. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk on arrival
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kimberly mcmahon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and we'd stay there again. They were trying out a couple new recipes for breakfast and didn't always hit the mark. Others were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really a great space. Unfortunately, in the mornings we could hear the movement from our upstairs neighbors, which woke us up much earlier than we had wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly, rooms were clean and such a great lounge for socializing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Didn’t hear any highway noise. Comfortable bed. Room service menu was limited, but service was quick.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting my son.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, comfortable beds and attentive staff- this hotel has everything you need for a great weekend get- away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stylish, interesting and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Emiliano

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool design but not very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hitomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super cute place, great bar with burgers, friendly and helpful staff and s super comfortable bed. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026