Shell Beach Travel Guide

Pismo Beach

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Top hotels in Shell Beach

Shell Beach Inn

Shell Beach Inn

2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
Stay at this hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (426 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at Shell Beach Inn. It's the perfect distance between Pismo and Avila Beaches and has easy access to many restaurants and a little store. The room was simple but had everything we needed to enjoy the beach. The pool was warm enough that we could use it and my kids enjoyed ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Shell Beach Inn
The Palomar Inn

The Palomar Inn

2 out of 5
1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ₹5,327 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
₹5,327
₹7,623 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (572 reviews)
"Big room"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

The Palomar Inn
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is ₹11,233 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
₹11,233
₹14,545 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,233 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹15,876 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
₹15,876
₹18,209 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,591 reviews)
"We loved having the complimentary breakfast and seating on the patio hearing the waves hitting the sand. It was great having a jacuzzi just for adults. The staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,607 reviews)
Nice Hotel With Great Free Breakfast!
"Pros: the breakfast was amazing!, nice heated and clean pool and hot tub with towels available around pool area (but it doesn't open until 10:00AM), close proximity to the beach, allowed me to check in early and check out late (with a fee), quiet and felt safe, there were grills available to bbq ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ₹8,021 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹8,021
₹9,200 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,261 reviews)
"Great views"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Spyglass Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach

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Saint Andrews

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.

Saint Andrews
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South Palisades

While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.

South Palisades
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Pismo Heights

Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Pier and Price Anniversary House.

Pismo Heights
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Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Palisades
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pismo Beach


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