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Our top choices for Downtown Pismo Beach hotels

Terrace/patio

1. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,678 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Claudia
The price is S$472
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Terrace/patio

2. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"A very nice place to stay."
United States
John
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Ocean Palms Motel
Front of property

3. 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, (387 reviews)
"It's convenient to the beach, restaurant and shopping."
United States
Joi
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo
Beach nearby

4. Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved how close this was to the beach. Our hotel with a good price that's not directly on the beach… It was just a quick couple minute walk."
United States
Katie ann
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Exterior

5. 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)
"Great place to stay and very close to the beach"
United States
Michael
The price is S$432
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Dinner and brunch served

6. SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful. Tommy at the front desk is amazing. The restaurant staff were caring and genuine."
United States
Zarina
The price is S$424
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
Living area

7. Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (269 reviews)
"Good little boutique hotel. Great location. Close to the pier, restaurants, and shopping."
United States
Tanya
The price is S$252
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Pismo Beach Club
View from property

8. Main & Salt

Main & Salt
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is S$213
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Main & Salt
Outdoor wedding area

9. 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, (779 reviews)
"Irene at the restaurant was the best! Loved the decor and vibe."
Canada
Tori
The price is S$515
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
Meeting facility

10. Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,104 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Robert
The price is S$291
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Sun deck

11. Dolphin Cove Motel

Dolphin Cove Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was very clean and staff was accommodating when I requested to move too a downstairs room."
United States
Yolanda
The price is S$309
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Dolphin Cove Motel
Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

12. Beach House Inn & Suites

Beach House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 reviews)
"With the balcony the beach view was !!!"
United States
Erik
The price is S$432
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Beach House Inn & Suites
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace

13. Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (206 reviews)
"Great location very friendly staff will stay here again for sure"
United States
Christie
The price is S$325
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Beachcomber Inn
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

14. Blue Seal Inn

Blue Seal Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
5.4 out of 10, (585 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff and clean rooms. "
United States
Adriana
The price is S$176
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Blue Seal Inn
Restaurant

15. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304, 2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,979 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Dagmara
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Exterior

16. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great convenient location. Nice lobby, comfy beds and bathroom. Black out curtains. Would stay here again."
United States
Rachel
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
Terrace/patio

17. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,855 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff and great amenities."
United States
Charles
The price is S$425
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Courtyard

18. 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, (1,374 reviews)
"Great place to stay while visiting our home away from home."
United States
Talia
The price is S$399
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Lobby

19. Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
2.5 star property
3.4 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,408 reviews)
"Nice pool, clean rooms, good location"
United States
Leydy
The price is S$183
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Exterior

20. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,307 reviews)
"Nice beach and ocean view"
United States
Hanah
The price is S$440
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Pacific Point Resort
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Pismo Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Living area
Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
269 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
Dinner and brunch served
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Outdoor wedding area
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
779 reviews
View
Exterior
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,003 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 cliffs, a clear blue sky, and a calm sea.
Photo by Ann Sair
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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 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 Pismo Beach Surf Shop and Price Anniversary House.

855634304

If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Yang Sheng Foot Spa are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Pacific Estates

Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.

Top Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Reviews

Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Good experience , very exceptional customer service by staff"
JJ 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Edgewater Inn And Suites

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 Beach Surf Shop and Pismo State Beach 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 212 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 Beach Surf Shop and Pismo State Beach 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 Yang Sheng Foot Spa.

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