Shell Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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
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! (397 reviews)
"Very comfortable accommodations in a beautiful area."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Shell Beach Inn
The Palomar Inn

The Palomar Inn

2 out of 5
1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$163 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$163
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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 our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (557 reviews)
5 Stars
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

The Palomar Inn
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$287 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$287
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,599 reviews)
"Evening cocktails and breakfast buffet is excellent"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$342 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$342
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,223 reviews)
"It was clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Spyglass Inn
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$349 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$349
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,419 reviews)
"On the beach! Cafe food offerings could be expanded."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is NZ$459 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
NZ$459
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,249 reviews)
"nearby beach everything is good,nice and clean"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Pier.

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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