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Our top choices for Downtown Pismo Beach hotels

A building with the sign "IN AT THE PIER".

1. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. The area is very safe to walk to the beach, stores, and restaurants. And a great breakfast. Rooms are very clean and comfortable."
United States
rolando
The price is P12,624
P14,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.

2. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,714 reviews)
"Beautiful Room wonderful view great staff clean, recommended to anyone who will ask"
United States
Cynthia
The price is P10,574
P13,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the beach.

3. 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, (798 reviews)
"Breakfast was delicious. Enjoyed the wine tasting event at that time."
United States
Celia
The price is P12,469
P17,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
A spacious bar area with a curved counter, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

4. SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"great stay ! Couples get away for sure ! No kids, and the hot tub is definitely a vibe, you can hear the waves at night ."
United States
Andres
The price is P13,690
P17,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
A beach with a wooden fence, swings, and a clear sky.

5. Main & Salt

Main & Salt
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Great location and nice dog park"
Canada
Gurteghvir
The price is P5,429
P6,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Main & Salt
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the beach, and a chair.

6. Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,266 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
Juliana
The price is P7,158
P8,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Edgewater Inn And Suites
A beachside patio with tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean and hills.

7. Dolphin Cove Motel

Dolphin Cove Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Lovely hotel"
United States
Rena
The price is P7,935
P9,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Dolphin Cove Motel
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

8. Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,020 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay. Perfect location, clean with a awesome staff!"
United States
Angela
The price is P3,764
P4,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
A stone fire pit with three people seated around it, under a covered area with string lights.

9. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We loved a quiet night here. It is walkable to Pier and close by restaurants. We really enjoyed. Room was very welcoming and clean."
United States
man
The price is P4,793
P6,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Ocean Palms Motel
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

10. Beach House Inn & Suites

Beach House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (644 reviews)
"So convenient to everything by the beach. The patio is so nice. We had our coffee every morning there."
United States
kim
The price is P10,462
P14,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Beach House Inn & Suites
A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.

11. Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable room."
United States
James
The price is P8,842
P10,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Pismo Beach Club
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dining area with a small table and two chairs.

12. Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Great location very friendly staff will stay here again for sure"
United States
Christie
The price is P9,336
P10,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Beachcomber Inn
Front of property

13. 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, (478 reviews)
"I would stay here again extremely convenient on location and pretty clean"
United States
SARKIS
The price is P3,806
P5,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sea Garden Inn Pismo Beach- San Luis Obispo
A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to a bathroom.

14. Blue Seal Inn

Blue Seal Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
5.6 out of 10, (620 reviews)
"Nice hotel for a one night stay"
United States
Charles
The price is P5,583
P6,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Blue Seal Inn
A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.

15. 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, (1,464 reviews)
"loved it, would stay here again"
United States
Renatta
The price is P10,089
P11,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.

16. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,896 reviews)
"Great place to stay and relax."
United States
Anesh
The price is P13,722
P15,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

17. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,348 reviews)
"Room was clean and the staff was very friendly."
United States
Sergio
The price is P10,513
P14,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Pacific Point Resort
A spacious restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a colorful mural. There are multiple tables and chairs, and a coffee station is visible in the background.

18. 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, (2,161 reviews)
"It was Great stay!"
United States
Aida
The price is P6,710
P8,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.

19. Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,751 reviews)
"Beautiful property, nice breakfast, nice staff"
United States
Keisha
The price is P16,228
P18,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Inn at the Cove
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a sign for The Grove at Pismo Beach.

20. The Grove At Pismo Beach

The Grove At Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304, 1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (490 reviews)
"Exellent location..easy access Clean room Awesome place to stay"
United States
Jeanette
The price is P5,019
P5,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Grove At Pismo Beach
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Pismo Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.
Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
329 reviews
View
A spacious bar area with a curved counter, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A stone fire pit with three people seated around it, under a covered area with string lights.
Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,714 reviews
View
A beachside patio with tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean and hills.
Dolphin Cove Motel
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,014 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown Pismo Beach

Find the best Downtown Pismo Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with waves crashing onto the shore, a sandy beach, and houses on a hillside in the background.

Shell Beach

Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.

855634304

If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with a lifeguard tower on the left.

Pismo Heights

While Pismo Heights isn't home to many top sights, Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are some notable places to visit nearby.

A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a distant mountain.

Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay.

Pacific Estates

Though Pacific Estates might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets.

Top Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"All good; had a good time with the beach"
JASJIT 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

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 neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop as part of your Downtown Pismo Beach travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Pismo Beach?
Based on our traveler 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 neighborhood include Edgewater Inn And Suites and Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites.
How many hotels will I find in Downtown Pismo Beach?
Expedia has 213 hotels and other accommodations 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 fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Downtown Pismo Beach.
What is there to do around this Pismo Beach neighborhood?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Downtown Pismo Beach, check out Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop and Sans Liege Wines. Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Monarch Butterfly Grove or Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve.

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