What is Downtown Pismo Beach like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Pismo Beach's Downtown Pismo Beach neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop as part of your Downtown Pismo Beach travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Pismo Beach?

Based on our traveller data, Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Pismo Beach. This hotel is steps from Pismo Beach Pier, and offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Edgewater Inn And Suites and Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites .

How many hotels are there in Downtown Pismo Beach?

Expedia has 213 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Pismo Beach to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Pismo Beach area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Pismo Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Pismo Beach.

What is there to do around this Pismo Beach neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Downtown Pismo Beach, look into Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop and Sans Liege Wines. Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Pismo Beach include North Beach Campground, Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets. While you're out sightseeing in Pismo Beach, make sure that you visit other sights such as Monarch Butterfly Grove or Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve.

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Our top choices for Downtown Pismo Beach hotels

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

1. Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Pismo Beach

valerie

HK$1,554 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.

2. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

Natalee

HK$1,373 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the beach.

3. Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

Downtown Pismo Beach

julian

HK$2,133 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A plate with a grilled steak, baked potatoes, and green beans.

4. SeaVenture Beach Hotel

Downtown Pismo Beach

Andres

HK$1,864 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the beach, and a chair.

5. Edgewater Inn And Suites

Downtown Pismo Beach

Victoria

HK$1,043 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a sign reading "Dolphin Cove Lodge".

6. Dolphin Cove Motel

Downtown Pismo Beach

Derek

HK$1,133 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A beach with a wooden fence, swings, and a clear sky.

7. Main & Salt

Downtown Pismo Beach

Gurteghvir

HK$1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, a flower pot, and a view of buildings and palm trees.

8. Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Downtown Pismo Beach

John

HK$798 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

9. Beach House Inn & Suites

Downtown Pismo Beach

kim

HK$1,705 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A reception area with a counter, a blue chair, and a TV.

10. Ocean Palms Motel

Downtown Pismo Beach

Bridget

HK$830 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.

11. Pismo Beach Club

Downtown Pismo Beach

Ali

HK$1,035 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dining area with a small table and two chairs.

12. Beachcomber Inn

Downtown Pismo Beach

Christie

HK$1,707 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

13. Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo

Downtown Pismo Beach

Ashley

HK$672 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and a hilly backdrop.

14. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Rudolph

HK$1,611 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.

15. Cottage Inn By The Sea

1.2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Steven

HK$1,026 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and lights.

16. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

855634304, 2.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Eric

HK$1,054 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

17. Pacific Point Resort

1.4 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Zulma

HK$1,611 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A terrace with two chairs, a table with two glasses of wine, a bottle of champagne, and a view of the ocean and rocky coastline.

18. Inn at the Cove

2.2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Isela

HK$1,531 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

19. The Grove At Pismo Beach

855634304, 1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Jeanette

HK$802 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a white facade, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

Pismo Oaks, 2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach

Mary

HK$985 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Pismo Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beachcomber Inn	2.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 221 reviews	View
SeaVenture Beach Hotel	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Pismo Beach Club	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 352 reviews	View
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,699 reviews	View
Beach House Inn & Suites	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 653 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Pismo Beach

Find the best Downtown Pismo Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal landscape with waves crashing onto the shore, a sandy beach, and houses on a hillside in the background.

Shell Beach

Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.

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A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a distant mountain.

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.

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855634304

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

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A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with a lifeguard tower on the left.

Pismo Heights

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

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A beach with waves, a clear sky, and rocky cliffs.

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.

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Top Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Reviews

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"There's no other property as unique as this one.And it's the only one that you can walk down to the beach.We keep coming here year after year.Amazing place and you could bring your four legged family members."

Pismo Beach Club

8/10 Good

"Beautiful, clean and spacious room. Wasn’t a fan of the lack of staffed front desk and all communication via text. Had issues using the tv and there were long gaps in communication, by the time a solution was offered we were going to bed. The kitchen was well stocked, we didn’t use it during our one night stay, but I’ve never seen such a full kitchen setup in a hotel room, definitely a noteworthy amenity. I would stay again if ever back in Pismo but I hope they work out some of the quirks with the lack of front desk."

Dolphin Cove Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Repeat guest at the Dolphin Cove, here. The location can’t be beat if you want historic Pismo Beach vibe…the pier, the beach, Bugs Bunny & clams. Had an opportunity to upgrade to the Ocean View Suite which was sweet indeed! For stormy off-season nights and swell surfing mornings the view was spectacular…ready for a swim or a walk on the beach,? Well, you can hit the surf a minute or two after going out your door if you hurry! If you don’t head down the steps you can reach the bar in even less than 2 minutes…lots of great food and drink right in your “backyard”. If you’re feeling lazy the suite has a Lazy-Boy recliner from which to take in panoramic views of the beach, pier, ocean and the setting sun through the large picture windows all round the living room and kitchenette! All told, just a wonderful home for the week!"

Main & Salt

10/10 Excellent

"My wife got food poisoning from either dinner or a snack she ate Sat night , she woke up with terrible stomach pain and throwing up ! We were on our motorcycle and I knew she wouldn’t make it home on a 4 hr drive so I asked the front desk for a very late check out and they were so helpful, I just like to say thank you to the front desk lady working Sunday morning 10/25 she accommodated our needs !"

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Our top choices for Downtown Pismo Beach hotels

1. Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3. Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

4. SeaVenture Beach Hotel

5. Edgewater Inn And Suites

6. Dolphin Cove Motel

7. Main & Salt

8. Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

9. Beach House Inn & Suites

10. Ocean Palms Motel

11. Pismo Beach Club

12. Beachcomber Inn

13. Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo

14. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

15. Cottage Inn By The Sea

16. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

17. Pacific Point Resort

18. Inn at the Cove

19. The Grove At Pismo Beach

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

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Where to stay in Downtown Pismo Beach

Shell Beach

Sunset Palisades

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Pismo Heights

South Palisades

Top Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Reviews

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

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