Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach

Hotels
Hilton Grand Vacations
8.8 (121 reviews)
3254 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach, California, 93424 , Avila Beach , US

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Golfing nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Staff friendliness
Comfortable rooms
Nice remodel
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.41
Some reviews indicated cleanliness issues.
Service
9.38
Generally positive sentiments about staff interactions, despite key issues.
Location
9.42
Location received several positive mentions for views and accessibility.
Room Quality
8.87
Guests appreciated the spaciousness and recent remodel of the rooms.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities were generally acceptable but lacked some basic functioning.
Value for Money
8.86
Overall satisfactory value, considering the positive aspects.
Food and Beverage
8.91
No specific mention, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.18
Most reviews highlighted a positive overall experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:58

Property Description

Experience a tranquil retreat at Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach, where comfort meets convenience.

Recreational Paradise
Dive into relaxation with our outdoor pool and hot tub, or maintain your fitness routine at our well-equipped fitness center. Fun awaits in our arcade/game room, ensuring every family member has a memorable stay.

Comfort and Connectivity
Our 144 air-conditioned rooms come complete with microwaves, safes, and coffee/tea makers. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi, and enjoy entertainment on cable programming, all while feeling right at home.

Convenient Location
Located just steps from Avila Beach and its attractions, you're minutes away from the Avila Beach Golf Resort and the scenic Bob Jones City to Sea Bike Trail. The vibrant atmosphere of San Luis Obispo is just a short drive away.

Book your unforgettable getaway at Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach today!

Important information:

  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SBP

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 121 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.41
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.42
Room Quality: 8.87
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.86
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Careen family_with_children us
6
Beautiful location, but felt a little lack of hospitality in a accommodating
Pros:

We love the location used to stay there years ago when my parents were in the timeshare, but they have passed on in elderly things are a bit different now

Cons:

We booked on Booking.com from the pictures. We thought we were getting a separate room and not just a studio when we told them of that there was nothing they did about it so the pictures were misleading and also because they’re under remodeling their front area. There’s a lot of happen to go around. Also, the vending machines were priced ridiculously no even change.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Virginia solo_traveller us
5
Thumbs down on the view.
Pros:

The bed was comfortable, and the room was clean and large.

Cons:

Patio view was a wall. This is an ocean view resort.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Hiray family_with_children us
10
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Luke solo_traveller us
8
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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kimberly couple us
8
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Lucinda Davidson solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Pool! Jacuzzi!

Cons:

Coffee machines in both rooms were missing the carafe and it took too long to get replacements, making the morning challenging.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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paul extended_group us
1
Highly disappointed for the price.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

This was advertised as a hotel. It’s a time share apartment! Old, funky and not nice. Elevator buttons were broken. Clunky broken trash can. Cold and weird studio. I could have booked a comparable motel in town for $89.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Chad couple us
2
Never again
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

No heat in the room. Just a fan setting on the thermostat. It was 46 degrees at night. That was also making a screeching sound so I had to call maintenance. The refrigerator made the loudest noise ever all night! F this place!

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Alison family_with_children us
10
10/10 would recommend
Pros:

Everything! It exceeded our expectations - the property is absolutely stunning, the rooms were immaculate, comfortable, and quiet (we woke up to the sound of the waves crashing and birds chirping). The amenities are great - gym, pool and spa, bbq’s, games, free parking. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a wonderful place to stay on the central coast. Avila is a special little place and we will definitely return.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Ernesto couple us
8
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Lorena family_with_children us
8
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Vicki couple us
10
Magical.
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Rodney extended_group us
4
Beautiful location, but it’s old, tired, and expensive
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

The employee who checked us in shouldn’t be working there. He wasn’t friendly at all. No personality considering he was the face of the company at that point. When asked if the amenities ( like toothpaste etc, were complimentary) he said “ I could charge you but won’t today” .
We stayed 3 nights in a 2 bedroom unit. The smaller of the 2 ( it was actually a connecting studio) had an air conditioner that wasn’t working and it was 88 degrees outside. After 2 different attempts by maintenance to fix it, they decided it couldn’t be fixed. When we checked out, they offered us a 30.00 credit equal to one nights resort fee- not acceptable. They ended up giving us credit for 3 nights resort fees, but even that wasn’t enough for the sleeplessness that we endured with the heat.
The hotel is in a beautiful location, but very dated. They are presently remodeling the lobby so that’s a start.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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bruceh561 Couples Green Valley, Arizona
8
Lovely view -- if you get a good room
Pros:

My wife and I have stayed at this location occasionally over several years - across changes in ownership and management. Hilton Grand Vacations has finished the "rebranding" and has painted the exterior white, but we miss the pink. The interior is in the process of remodeling, but we got a room that was newly completed. Everything was clean, comfortable, and functional with an excellent view. To our pleasant surprise, there was not even a request to attend a sales presentation, and luggage carts were in ample supply. This is one of the best locations on the central coast.

2026-03-18 via Tripadvisor
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Paridhi couple us
10
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Avila family_with_children us
10
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Eileen couple us
10
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Eileen couple us
10
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Jose family_with_children us
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Jay family_with_children us
10
2026-03-01 via Nuitee