Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Land view from property
Lobby
Reception
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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601 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Place, Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Bed Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 queen beds with garden patio nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 KING MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE W/ ROLL IN SHOWER

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and self parking.
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and safes. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Pismo Beach hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Great American Grill
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking and RV/bus/truck parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a business center, and 2 meeting rooms
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Pismo Beach Pier and 5 minutes from Pismo State Beach
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 1600 square feet (149 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pismo Beach hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Great American Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
4th Floor Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends; USD 16.95 to 20.95 for adults and USD 10.95 to 12.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 4th Floor Lounge
  • Great American Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,600 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

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
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 51 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 to 20.95 for adults, and USD 10.95 to 12.95 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 551 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a quiet safe area. You do have to pay for parking but this is a good family friendly hotel with plenty of amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view. Clean comfortable room. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really nice property that was close to the beach. The room was clean and spacious. The staff was also very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, restaurant and great location. They now charge for parking which doesn't really make sense given the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice, clean and spacious. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Amenities
Awsome place, very frendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Rose

Clean, decent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a wonderful place to spend a weekend the Hilton Garden Inn was very nice accommodating clean, and the pool was just feet from my patio. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg d.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cerys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, hot water, comfortable beds. Didn’t use the pool, workout room was clean and had a variety of machines and weights. Staff were friendly and helpful, checking in and out was painless. Room cards worked the entire time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ALBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff at the front desk will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Varthamanan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff, clean room, nice parking. Easy access to shops and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was a breeze and everything was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A bit of an older property with decent rooms and regular garden inn amenities. Service was amazing and staff super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fei-Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here, staff was friendly and helpful. The place was near everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and very polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Good service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Analiza

Close to shopping and Pismo beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and clean amenities. Staff were very attentive and checked on us. Easy to access ride shares, location to five cities destinations anywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025