Shell Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
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Photo by Daria Hendricks
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Popular places to visit

Margo Dodd Park

Margo Dodd Park

After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Margo Dodd Park
Pismo Beach Pier showing fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Monarch Butterfly Grove

Monarch Butterfly Grove

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Monarch Butterfly Grove
Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pirates Cove
Pismo Preserve

Pismo Preserve

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.

Pismo Preserve
Price Anniversary House

Price Anniversary House

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you take a trip to Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Price Anniversary House

Activities

YOUR group. YOUR friends. No outsiders in your surf lesson. Surf's up!

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

NZ$278
per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

NZ$109
per adult
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour
Paso Robles: Cass Winery Tour with Wine Tasting

Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure

NZ$150
per adult
Paso Robles: Vineyard Rides Wine Adventure
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Our pick of the best Shell Beach Hotel Deals

Shell Beach Inn
Shell Beach Inn
2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$326 per night from 11 May to 12 May
NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (363 reviews)
"Out for the Taste of Pismo event. This hotel is close enough to walk."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

Shell Beach Inn
The Palomar Inn
The Palomar Inn
2 out of 5
1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$162 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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 our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (525 reviews)
Good little stay
"Good stay over night, it’s small and parking is small too but it was clean. Perfect for one! Coffee shop right next door and restaurants to walk to as well as just a few blocks to view the Ocean."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

The Palomar Inn
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$287 per night from 6 May to 7 May
NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,952 reviews)
"Our favorite place to stay when in Pismo"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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 NZ$273 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,065 reviews)
"Very clean room, new shower. Clean lobby and breakfast café. Very nice breakfast offered and the kitchen staff was very friendly. Zero complaints and would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2025

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$240 per night from 11 May to 12 May
NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,524 reviews)
"We’ve been visiting since the 2010 or so. We enjoy the pool, hot ton, and the breakfast. Also, we always enjoy the free drink voucher during cocktail hour. The value for your stay is really good and the staff is always friendly."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$389 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
"There was an added $10 per day parking fee. Which is strange, since it is essentially us a motel layout. Very minimal on amenities."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
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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

4.5/5(8 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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