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Shell Beach Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Pismo Beach Pier

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Room 9 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Room 3 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The price is $159
includes taxes & fees
$139 per night
Dec 2 - Dec 3

Room options

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Room 7 Queen/Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 7 Queen/Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 8 - Double / Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 8 - Double / Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 4 - Queen Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 4 - Queen Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6 - Queen & Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 6 - Queen & Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room 2 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 2 - King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 775 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room 9 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 9 - King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 5 - Queen Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 5 - Queen Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

Room 1 - Queen & Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room 3 - King Room

Room 3 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 3 - King Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

What's nearby

  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Pismo Preserve - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 4 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 17 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 32 min drive
  • Grover Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 19 min drive
  • Guadalupe Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Morenos Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cool Cat Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shell Beach Inn

When you stay at Shell Beach Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Pismo Beach Pier and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Frequently asked questions

Does Shell Beach Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shell Beach Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Shell Beach Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Shell Beach Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Shell Beach Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shell Beach Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Shell Beach Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Shell Beach Inn and nearby?
Shell Beach Inn has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Shell Beach Inn like?
Shell Beach Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Margo Dodd Park and 5 minutes' walk from Dinosaur Caves Park. The local area is considered walkable as well as having nice beaches.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

THE Best!
Stayed in room #5 and it was hands down the best place to stay. The room was clean and the entire set up was superior. The room had 2 water bottles, coffee and hot chocolate, it had popcorn and a microwave and cups for usbto use. They also left us ice in a small igloo! The bathroom was spotless! I would definitely suggest for you to stay here. I will definitely stay there again!
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Marco, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome Place
This is our second stay at this inn. We love the privacy, the decor, the friendliness of the staff and the location. A nice walk to the beach, restaurants and easy access to Hwy 101. We will be back on our next trip through central CA.
Dawn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect and Charming
We were pleasantly surprised by the expertly renovated and modernized rooms. As close to the highway as the Inn was it was amazingly quiet at night. The grounds were immaculate and the pool was private and comfortable. A perfect stay and the price was very reasonable. We will be back!
Richard, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Serrena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very Cozy and Clean
Very clean and cozy. The decor is very beautiful and small touches like mints and very fluffy towels made all the difference. Shower was better than my own at home.
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brad, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfy Room right in heart of Super Cute village
Well appointed room with all the small extra touches eg beverage glasses, mini cooler with ice, card game, wine bottle opener, microwave, fridge and charcuterie boards
Front signage
King bed in Room 9 - sidestreet side
Pool
Coffee and bed view
Anita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jessica, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

John D, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Bill, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

RICH, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Tiffany, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sally, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great little motel! The staff was very friendly the room was beyond my expectation with heated tiles in the bathroom and on top of that they had a heated pool. It’s also in a very walkable location for dining and supplies
Robert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Not enough hot water to take showers. The Shell Beach Inn sign was not lit and could not be seen at night.
Anthony, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay at this wonderfully cozy inn (Room 5). Denise the receptionist was cordial. She didn't go out of her way to make us feel welcome. But she definitely was not rude. However the owner was extremely kind, welcoming and friendly. The room was impeccably designed and modern. The grounds were well maintained. Towels were readily available. The housekeeping lady along with the gentleman I think was possibly the maintenance worker were WONDERFUL!!! . They both were absolutely ACCOMDATING AND KIND. Keep them on your staff roster. Parking was convenient. The television, microwave, and refrigerator was a great touch. My husband and I look forward to another visit soon. God bless you abundantly! The Taylor's
Estarlita, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The room was small but very clean. The beds were comfortable and the manager was very friendly and helpful.
Michael, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! I will definitely look to book at tje shell beach inn when i go to the area again. Everything was clean, staff was very polite and welcoming. I didn't hear any road noise during the night. We walked around the whole area too.
Lori, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Selena, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There was nothing we didn't like and the best way to express how we feel about Shell Beach Inn - we'll be back !
George, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Thank you!
Terry, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely
This boutique hotel exceeded our expectations. Heated pool with heaters at the patio tables. A sitting area outside each room. The staff was so welcoming and everything was great. The beds were comfortable and the room was spacious. We will be returning
Erika, 2-night family trip
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