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The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 260 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, 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

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).

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

3.5-star hotel near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot 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. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star 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
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium channels

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 3.7 percent destination fee will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 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

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

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
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. 

We should mention

  • 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).

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to the airport?

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is 5.9 mi (15-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on Aug 9, 2026 start from $158, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

How close is The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to the beach?

This hotel is 12.9 mi (14-min drive) from Pismo State Beach and 10.8 mi (15-min drive) from Avila Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 16 for adults, USD 6 and 16 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Central Coast Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 12 per night.

Does The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have a pool?

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton features an outdoor pool.

Does The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have a restaurant?

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is home to Schoolyard, which features American cuisine, happy hour, and light fare.

Does The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to downtown San Luis Obispo?

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is 0.9 mi away from San Luis Obispo.

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 612 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 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

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

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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

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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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

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

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
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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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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

Brian

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

Greg

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

Stan

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Room was clean bed was comfortable. The atmosphere was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittaney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quit clean welcoming hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok, overpriced. No daily housekeeping despite it being advertised as such here on Expedia. It’s fine but didn’t feel the service/amenities matched the price
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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