"My daughter and I were very happy with this place. Staff was friendly and attentive. Room was clean and it was walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Will stay again"
"No complaints at all. Beautiful property…has stairs right behind the hotel to go down to the beach. Breakfast was pretty good. Rooms were clean. Perfect quick get away for the 3 of us (:"
"The highlight of the hotel was the staff and the location. The staff went of of their way to be helpful. The hotel is right next to an entrance to the beach. The air conditioning was good. The small breakfast was a nice surprise. They kept a broom in the closet to help manage the sand, and that small thing made a huge impact. The roll away bed was less than twin sized, but functional. Parking was tight, but we were able to find a space. It’s an older hotel, and the bathrooms made that evident. The water in the shower felt strange…almost slimy? Like you just put lotion on before getting in. The toilet struggled, clogging up a couple times, but resolving its own issue before we needed to call staff in. We had pizza delivered to the room, and the driver found us easily. The staff, cleanliness, and location made it worth the stay."
"This property has the potential to be a 4/5-star destination, but currently operates as a solid 3-star hotel. While the recent renovations show promise, the execution in key areas—from room layouts to daily groundskeeping—falls short of expectations.
Highlights:
Professional, Welcoming Staff: The team was incredibly accommodating, approachable, and eager to help.
Spacious Suite Layout: The suite offered two separate rooms and two full bathrooms, providing plenty of breathing room for our family.
Excellent Courtyard: Features a fantastic, family-friendly recreation zone; fully equipped with a pickleball court, two ping-pong tables, cornhole boards, fire pits, and comfortable lounge areas.
Pool & perks: Fresh towels were readily available. Free breakfast. Onsite parking ($15/day).
Areas for Improvement:
Cramped Bathrooms: The bathroom layout is poorly executed. The enclosed shower and toilet area is incredibly cramped, leaving almost zero clearance between the bathroom door and the commode. It felt claustrophobic and unpleasant.
Bed Comfort: The beds were uncomfortable, significantly impacting quality of sleep.
Misleading View: The advertised "Ocean View" did not meet the expectations set prior to booking. We expected a more expansive vista but only received a partial view visible from a single, narrow corner of the King bedroom. Daily Maintenance: The grounds require better day-to-day maintenance specifically cleaning bird droppings in common areas."
"The Shell Beach Inn is a wonderful little boutique hotel! We love the layout of the rooms and they are well stocked! They have a great pool and chairs to hang outside of f you choose. We love that you can walk around all of Shell Beach!"
You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
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Margo Dodd Park is located in a family-friendly area of Pismo Beach known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 31 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Margo Dodd Park?
Adjacent to Margo Dodd Park, Shell Beach Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices close by include Inn at the Cove and Pacific Point Resort.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Margo Dodd Park?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Margo Dodd Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Margo Dodd Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Margo Dodd Park.
What can I see and do near Margo Dodd Park?
Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Monarch Butterfly Grove, Dinosaur Caves Park and Ramona Garden Park. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Pismo State Beach, North Beach Campground and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area. The Locked Inn, Desire Sweet Shoppe and Central Coast Aquarium are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.