Live Like A Local
Gather the family, grab your squad, and embrace our one-of-a-kind destination. The Wayfarer SLO is your home base for the best things to do in San Luis Obispo. Hike the picturesque trails of Montana de Oro or stroll the sidewalks during a Thursday night farmers market to taste our award-winning grapes. And when you're ready to refuel and catch some Z's, our hotel is here for you.
0.8 Miles | 4 Minutes Driving
This welcoming, family-owned brewpub is dedicated to crafting happiness. Using locally grown hops for many of their beers, Antigua Brewing brings a new standard of beer production to San Luis Obispo, complete with a full kitchen and taproom.
10.6 Miles | 14 Minutes Driving
Avila Beach boasts a half-mile stretch of sand with family-friendly amenities like BBQ pits and volleyball courts. This charming beach town offers wine shops, tasting rooms, art galleries, music festivals, and exciting year-round events.
13.5 Miles | 18 Minutes Driving
Miles of beaches in Morro Bay allow you to explore and participate in wonderful outdoor activities, including hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and more.
1.1 Miles | 5 Minutes Driving
Founded in 1772, Misión San Luís Obispo de Tolosa is one of the only missions that never had to relocate. It features a museum, community events, and walls as high as 50 or 60 feet due to Vatican law stating churches must be as tall as the local tree.
0.8 Miles | 3 Minutes Driving
The Fremont Theater is a historic movie theater in San Luis Obispo, California in the United States of America. It is among the last Streamline Moderne theaters built by architect S. Charles Lee. It opened in 1942 on the eve of U.S. entry to World War II.
1.1 Miles | 4 Minutes Driving
Open-air market held every Thursday evening, with local farm stands, street food & live music.
1.5 Miles | 5 Minutes Driving
Snug art space featuring painting, sculpture & photography exhibits by regional artists.
9.2 Miles | 11 Minutes Driving
The Bob Jones trail is a well-paved county-maintained bike and walking trail also known as the City to the Sea Trail. The trail starts across the street from the parking lot on Ontario Road, right off Highway 101, and ends in downtown Avila Beach. The trail is great for all levels of hiking and biking.
4.2 Miles | 8 Minutes Driving
Large natural area featuring diverse habitats & 8+ miles of trails for hiking & mountain biking.
1.1 Miles | 5 Minutes Driving
A popular visitor’s attraction, Bubblegum Alley is a 15-foot-high and 70-foot-long alley lined with chewed gum left by passers-by. Known for its accumulation of used bubblegum on the walls, this popular spot makes for quirky and colorful photo-ops.
0.7 Miles | 3 Minutes Driving
From dive bars and taprooms to locally owned boutiques and name-brand stores, head downtown for a lively local scene. Shop one-of-a-kind finds, stop for a meal, or grab a cold one with friends in downtown San Luis Obispo.
1 Miles | 4 Minutes Driving
Entertaining general store with a variety of items for purchase – greeting cards, host(ess) gifts, barware, a luxe balloon bar, pinatas, gift wrap, workshops + classes, etc.
0.9 Miles | 3 Minutes Driving
Located just one mile from campus, our hotel near Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is your best bet for visiting parents, students, faculty, or friends. This award-winning university is known for its hands-on teaching, academic expertise, and beautiful campus.
27 Miles | 30 Minutes Driving
Sip your way through San Luis Obispo Wine Country. Covering a dozen miles from the Arroyo Grande Valley to Paso Robles, guests can sample award-winning wines at gorgeous tasting rooms near our hotel, including the area's famous Pinot Noir and Rosé.
56.9 Miles | 60 Minutes Driving
The Ragged Point Inn and Resort is located at the northernmost corner of San Luis Obispo County, 18 miles north of Hearst Castle on Highway 1, at the base of the Big Sur National Scenic Byway. Besides having one of the few gas stations on this portion of Route 1, it is also a fully loaded resort, with stunning ocean-view rooms, classy restaurant, gift shop, coffee bar, and one of the most epic hikes in SLO County. It’s short but stiff, and you feel like a champion when you’ve completed it.
Visit SLO
Through Sustainable SLO’s Keys for Trees initiative, a portion of your stay supports tree planting across San Luis Obispo in partnership with EcoSLO’s Urban Tree Program.
By choosing to stay at The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo, you help advance the city’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2035. Enjoy your visit while supporting greener travel and a more sustainable SLO.
