Shell Beach

Pismo Beach

A coastal landscape with rocky outcrops in the water, a distant mountain range, and a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with waves crashing onto the shore, a sandy beach, and houses on a hillside in the background.
A paved pathway leading to a white archway, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants, with a rocky outcrop and the ocean in the background.
A coastal landscape with cliffs, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.
A rocky shoreline with waves at sunset.

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Top hotels in Shell Beach

The Palomar Inn

The Palomar Inn

2 out of 5
1601 Shell Beach Road Pismo Beach CA
The price is HK$600 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$600
HK$687 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (679 reviews)
"Check in was a problem. Sounded like front desk didn’t have my information. Stayed in room 102, room was not prepared. No bath towels available, only one hand towel. The staff didn’t seem to believe me, reiterated NO bath towels in room before they were willing to provide. Shower drain is clogged. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

The Palomar Inn
Shell Beach Inn

Shell Beach Inn

2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd Pismo Beach CA
The price is HK$1,123 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$1,123
HK$1,285 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (554 reviews)
"Simple 1950s property that’s super clean and close to town."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Shell Beach Inn
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is HK$1,404 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$1,404
HK$1,611 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,437 reviews)
"Everything about this place was spot on, loved our overnight stay the beach and fire pits were great!!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
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 HK$960 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
HK$960
HK$1,287 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (1,569 reviews)
"The staff are friendly. There is parking but can get fairly full. The location is great if you want to walk downtown."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is HK$1,268 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
HK$1,268
HK$1,454 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Spyglass Inn
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is HK$840 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
HK$840
HK$1,054 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,134 reviews)
"First, my room and the overall grounds were spotless. Second, there was an AMPLE dog relief area - right in front of my room. Third, the complimentary breakfast was superb. Fourth, the desk staff were very courteous. In conclusion, this hotel DESERVES a top rating."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
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Where to stay in Shell Beach

Find the best Shell Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Pismo Beach

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

Pismo Heights

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

855634304

If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pacific Estates

Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.



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