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Our top choices for Downtown Pismo Beach hotels

A pool area with a clear view of the ocean, a covered seating area with wicker furniture, and a decorative glass dome structure.

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

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Brent
The price is HK$1,270
HK$1,456 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
A rooftop lounge with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the beach and pier.

2. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,702 reviews)
"Great location, nice size room, 3rd floor patio fantastic."
United States
Joseph
The price is HK$842
HK$1,191 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
A coastal town at dusk with a prominent hotel featuring a rooftop terrace and a view of the beach and mountains.

3. SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"great stay ! Couples get away for sure ! No kids, and the hot tub is definitely a vibe, you can hear the waves at night ."
United States
Andres
The price is HK$1,087
HK$1,517 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
A balcony with white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach and a building with a blue facade.

4. Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (812 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
julian
The price is HK$1,381
HK$1,989 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the beach, and a chair.

5. Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,308 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Victoria
The price is HK$838
HK$959 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Edgewater Inn And Suites
A beachside patio with tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean and hills.

6. Dolphin Cove Motel

Dolphin Cove Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the location, friendly staff , clean and comfortable"
United States
Derek
The price is HK$911
HK$1,133 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Dolphin Cove Motel
A beach with a wooden boardwalk leading to the shore, rocky terrain, and distant hills.

7. Main & Salt

Main & Salt
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Great location and nice dog park"
Canada
Gurteghvir
The price is HK$740
HK$847 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Main & Salt
A beach view with a parking lot, a flag, and a sign for Dolphin Cove Motel.

8. Beach House Inn & Suites

Beach House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (655 reviews)
"Everything was perfect!"
United States
Bethany
The price is HK$979
HK$1,482 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beach House Inn & Suites
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

9. Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay,"
United States
Rod
The price is HK$572
HK$733 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including chairs and a sofa, under a shaded structure.

10. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was really clean and the bed was comfortable. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants. Would stay here again!"
United States
Bridget
The price is HK$567
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ocean Palms Motel
A lounge area with a checkered floor, a pink sofa, two wooden chairs, a wooden coffee table with a plant, striped awnings, and a large window with a view of the street.

11. Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (359 reviews)
"I am definitely coming back everything was so accessible and pretty"
United States
Anastasia
The price is HK$791
HK$906 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Pismo Beach Club
A hotel entrance with a sign indicating an open vacancy, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

12. Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"Great location very friendly staff will stay here again for sure"
United States
Christie
The price is HK$1,012
HK$1,159 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beachcomber Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a view of the street.

13. Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo

Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Clean room, parking was good"
United States
Erica
The price is HK$468
HK$625 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo
A patio with a fire pit, outdoor furniture, and a view of the beach and ocean.

14. Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,520 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Steven
The price is HK$895
HK$1,026 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A lobby with a central fountain, seating areas, and a fireplace.

15. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304, 2.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,241 reviews)
"Loved the property and the staff was exceptional."
United States
Eric
The price is HK$840
HK$1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.

16. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,938 reviews)
"Excellent location and staff"
United States
Andrew
The price is HK$1,264
HK$1,449 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

17. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,325 reviews)
"Awesome property will stay again"
United States
Orel
The price is HK$1,327
HK$1,844 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Pacific Point Resort
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.

18. Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,745 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here!"
United States
banafsheh
The price is HK$1,476
HK$1,692 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Inn at the Cove
A multi-tiered fountain in a landscaped area with palm trees and a view of a hilly landscape in the background.

19. Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
3.0 star property
Pismo Oaks, 2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was great for my business trip."
United States
Mary
The price is HK$772
HK$886 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a kitchenette.

20. The Grove At Pismo Beach

The Grove At Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304, 1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (579 reviews)
"Exellent location..easy access Clean room Awesome place to stay"
United States
Jeanette
The price is HK$628
HK$721 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Grove At Pismo Beach
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Pismo Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel entrance with a sign indicating an open vacancy, a reception desk, and a potted plant.
Beachcomber Inn
2.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
224 reviews
View
A coastal town at dusk with a prominent hotel featuring a rooftop terrace and a view of the beach and mountains.
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A lounge area with a checkered floor, a pink sofa, two wooden chairs, a wooden coffee table with a plant, striped awnings, and a large window with a view of the street.
Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
359 reviews
View
A beach view with a parking lot, a flag, and a sign for Dolphin Cove Motel.
Beach House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
655 reviews
View
A rooftop lounge with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the beach and pier.
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,702 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.

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.

855634304

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

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.

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

Top Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Reviews

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

8/10 Good
"staff Kevin at check-in was very helpful and friendly"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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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