Dolphin Cove Motel

Property class: 2

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Close to Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach, Dolphin Cove Motel provides a terrace, a garden and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dark wooden headboard, white pillows, a plaid bedspread, and bedside lamps.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(67 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, and a nightstand with a remote control.

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue bedspread and white pillows. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a small tray.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a dark wooden headboard, white pillows, a plaid bedspread, and bedside lamps.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a coffee maker, a TV mounted on the wall, and a trash bin.

Queen Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located on the beach, Dolphin Cove Motel is in Downtown Pismo Beach, a neighbourhood in Pismo Beach. Price Anniversary House and Swinging Bridge are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Madonna Plaza Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Visit our Pismo Beach travel guide
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170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629

What's nearby

  • A coastal city at sunset with a pier extending into the ocean, a lit-up waterfront, and a backdrop of mountains.
    Pismo Beach Pier
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sunset over a calm body of water with silhouettes of people and birds.
    Pismo State Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A fenced area with cacti, a blue building with a sign, and a car parked on the street.
    Pismo Beach Surf Shop
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A parking lot with several cars, palm trees, and a building with a sign that reads "Polo's Restaurant".
    Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station
    9 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old West Cinnamon Rolls
    3 min walk
  • 7-Eleven
    9 min walk
  • Wooly's
    2 min walk
  • Splash Café Pismo Beach
    2 min walk
  • Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana
    5 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Cove Motel

  • Motel near Pismo State Beach
  • Located close to Pismo Beach Pier, Dolphin Cove Motel provides a terrace, a garden and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Multilingual staff, barbecues and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Dolphin Cove Motel feature comforts, such as premium bedding, as well as Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
    • Fridges, on-request microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1938
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Cove Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Cove Motel?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Cove Motel on 21 Sept 2026 start from NZ$273, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Cove Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Pismo Beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean easy beach access quiet beautiful view literally close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location good price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is a great go to for an overnight stay, maybe two nights. The rooms are very clean, and the property is well maintained. The standard rooms are small but perfect for a couple with a small bag for overnight. You are paying for the location for sure
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything the bed was so comfortable very clean room. Nice view of the ocean cool breeze. Liked the walk way for dinner it was great. Thanks for the upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so clean, quiet, peaceful and the ocean view was amazing! The man that checked me in was so sweet and helpful. This place was like my bedroom away from home. I will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always friendly. The location is perfect. Walking distance to shops and beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and functional room. Kind staff. And very well located!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Michael was so helpful and friendly. You can’t beat the location and price. Rooms are small but beds comfortable and all our time was spent at the beach. walking distance to restaurants shopping etc. Thanks great team there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and staff was accommodating when I requested to move too a downstairs room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and proximity to everything!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect location for our family vacation! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean but I did get bit from bedbugs . staff was kool didn’t really talk to them beach was awesome. And for the parking was excellent other then the bedbugs bits it was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location love the quaint and clean motel. Manish gave us great recommondations and we loved the sunset from the balcony. Great value. Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the boardwalk and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean we had a good experience. We will came again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will absolutely return to Dolphin Cove Motel when we are in Pismo Beach again. Lovely spot. Well maintained. Great prices.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, beautiful view of the ocean from the room, close proximity to downtown pismo. Only complaint would be walls were thin and could hear in next room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it here. Its close to e everything. The staff is nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel. Great location, comfortable beds, beautiful views. Steps away from the beach and pier. The room has a heater, ceiling fan and portable AC. plenty of bedding and extra pillows. TV, fridge and microwave. Ive machine in lobby. Shower has low pressure, but gets the job done. We stayed here last summer and there was no AC unit, I love that they added one since it can get pretty warm in the afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, good price, on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026