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4.1 out of 5

"Very cool property, feels so young and fresh. More hotels should learn from the Wayfarer in SLO. " More

By a verified traveler on Wed 05 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

Hotel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo

Heart of San Luis Obispo

Within 2 miles (3 km) of this San Luis Obispo hotel, you'll find California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Performing Arts Center. San Luis Obispo Superior Court and Fremont Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Dining, fitness center

This hotel features an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 2 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry service. Enjoy the gym and perks like free self parking.

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$153* Per night/room May 5 - May 6

Suite, 1 King Bed (Grad)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed (Professor)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton ratings based on 14 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Everyone (10) Couples (3) Family (2)
4 out of 5

Posted by , from San Jose on Dec 30, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 9, 2024 by Golda, GM

Thank you for the 4 out of 5 rating! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your feedback. We're always looking for ways to improve and make your next visit even better. Hope to see you again soon!

5 out of 5
Very cool property, feels so young and fresh. More hotels should learn from the Wayfarer in SLO.

Posted by on Jul 5, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 9, 2023 by Chris Maez- Front Office Manager

Thank you so much for the amazing review and kind words. We appreciate you choosing The Wayfarer SLO and hope to see you soon!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 2, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 23, 2023 by Chris Maez- Front Office Manager

Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a 5 out of 5! We appreciate the valuable feedback and hope to welcome you back soon!

1 out of 5

Posted by on Mar 6, 2022

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5 out of 5
The hotel was on the edge of the downtown district. It’s well maintained. The room was nice and the staff was friendly and attentive.

Posted by on Nov 16, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 17, 2021 by The Kinney SLO team

Thank you for your recent stay at The Kinney & positive review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon.

3 out of 5
The people working here were very nice and professional. Unfortunately, the property itself is not in the best condition. The carpets, both in the rooms and in the hallways and public spaces were badly stained. In order to access your room, you enter a side door that goes past an open laundry area. Our room had an oddly low toilet and a flickering lightbulb in one of the bedside lamps. There were holes in the back of the bathroom door where there may at some point have been a hook. This wasn't the hotels fault, but we were woken up several times during the night due to guests in our hallway partying. We were told that there was a large wedding party staying there. All of this would have been easier to overlook if we hadn't been paying a premium for this room -- $350 for a very 2.5-star experience. We've stayed in nicer rooms through so-called Budget Friendly hotels like Best Western, Courtyard by Marriott, and La Quinta, for half the price. We definitely expected a bit more from a Hilton for $350 a night.

Posted by on Jul 20, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 12, 2021 by The Kinney SLO team

Thank you for your recent stay at The Kinney and for taking the time to provide your feedback. I am delighted that our team made a positive impact. And I sincerely apologize for your experience; this is not the level of service we are accustomed to providing on a daily basis. This information will help us to improve! We just had a professional company clean all of our carpets. We are hoping to have you back again, and hopefully we will be able to earn a 5 out of 5 on your next trip to SLO!

5 out of 5
Very cool hotel with a beautiful decor/patio and amazing service!

Posted by on Mar 23, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 24, 2021 by The Kinney SLO team

Thank you for the positive review of The Kinney! Glad to hear our team made a positive impact on your stay. We'd be honored to welcome you back again soon.

4 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 25, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 26, 2020 by John the GM

Thank you for your review!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 10, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 19, 2020 by -Tricia Eden

Thank you so much for your positive review!

5 out of 5
Very clean property and very friendly and helpful staff. This place is cool

Posted by on Jan 10, 2020

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Jan 10, 2020 by GM

Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We hope to welcome you back soon!

About the The Kinney San Luis Obispo, a Tapestry by Hilton

Location 1800 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Property Features

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers its guests an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Free self parking is available. This San Luis Obispo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: San Luis Obispo Station (2.3 km / 1.4 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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 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.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • LCD television
  • Premium channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 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.

Nearby Activities

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.