The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property

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Meeting facility
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Hot tub
  • Gym

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

Room options

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Professor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Grad)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Deans)

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Campus)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Campus)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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 - 1.0 km
  • Performing Arts Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fremont Theater - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bubblegum Alley - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪VG Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Firestone Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock's Pizza SLO - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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

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. 599 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sophia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were so comfortable, we slept great. Only downside was paying for parking and the walls are thin so we woke up several times to neighbors slamming the doors. Staff was nice and helpful. Rooms were cleaned and restocked daily, really enjoyed the service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Liked the restaurant /bar. For the price, rooms just ok, beds not that comfortable, house keeping never came to clean room, hot tub was out of order, and have to pay for parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A bit overpriced

We stayed in the double queen room. It was quite tight. Felt
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Khoa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible Hotel - do not recommend

phone did not work, hotel does not have glass cups, there was a dripping noise all night and I was up from 2am-6am. I told the front desk about all of this and they just nodded their head. They never offered to fix it or to help. It was so bizarre. I never complain about any hotel and know this is not a 5 star resort but it smelled like cigarette smoke, my pillows were dirty. Overall it was terrible . Will never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cherry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was good for our stay in SLO. We went to the college, spent time downtown and did some hiking. All were easy to get to from here. We would stay again! The hot tub and pool were closed for repairs. This was the only downside.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overpriced for what you get

This place is a dolled up, overpriced HoJo. The flickering light in our bathroom was a metaphor for everything wrong with this hotel. Things were broken - an outlet and a light. The carpet was dingy and looked as though it hadn’t been cleaned in a very long time. The first room they put us in smelled like gas (so we moved, obviously). Our room had 2 queen beds and was quite small - not much room for walking or baggage. AC worked but was loud. Beds were not very comfortable. All in all, the $500+/night (total cost with taxes and fees) was soooo not worth it. Bummer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Would stay here again and definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location for a visit to CalPoly. The hotel and restaurant staff were so helpful and friendly. Beds were comfy, room had ample space. We loved the shower products. There was a small issue in my bathroom and it was quickly fixed. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was just passing through. I liked the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful surprise for my overnight stay. Staff was super friendly, room was above expectations and their onsite food options for breakfast was super convenient. Close enough to walk to downtown with paying that price for being close. I’d stay again without a hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surj

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My first room the shower was broken. There was hardly any good lightening in the room, it looked pretty worn and run down. My second room the door had to be forced shut with a lot of pressure otherwise it wouldn't close. the light bulb went out during my stay. Seemed like one thing after the other...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Everything was clean and modernized. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025