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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, (1,000 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 P12,704
P14,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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, (1,709 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel right on the beach!"
United States
Natalee
The price is P10,105
P13,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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, (802 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
julian
The price is P12,514
P17,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 P11,138
P14,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the beach, and a chair.

5. Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,274 reviews)
"Very nice staff and rooms clean."
United States
Nicole
The price is P7,168
P8,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Edgewater Inn And Suites
A beach with a wooden fence, swings, and a clear sky.

6. Main & Salt

Main & Salt
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
The price is P7,132
P8,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Main & Salt
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel"
United States
Rena
The price is P8,433
P10,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice motel and close to everything."
United States
Bruce
The price is P5,037
P6,396 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 had a great stay! Nice amenities for a motel like a fridge and microwave"
United States
Kate
The price is P4,543
P6,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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, (649 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 P9,874
P14,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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, (339 reviews)
"Adorable boutique hotel, the kitchenette was amazing and it was decorated so nicely!"
United States
Ali
The price is P8,301
P9,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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, (217 reviews)
"Great location very friendly staff will stay here again for sure"
United States
Christie
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, (488 reviews)
"This was our 2nd time staying here, always such an easy check in and checkout process and the staff is really nice and attentive!"
United States
Ashley
The price is P4,075
P5,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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, (621 reviews)
"Nice hotel for a one night stay"
United States
Charles
The price is P6,226
P7,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Blue Seal Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.

15. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,900 reviews)
"Great place to stay and relax."
United States
Anesh
The price is P13,143
P15,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
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.

16. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304, 2.1 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,207 reviews)
"Great would stay again!"
United States
charde
The price is P6,735
P8,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.

17. 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, (1,478 reviews)
"loved it, would stay here again"
United States
Renatta
The price is P8,843
P10,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

18. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,335 reviews)
"We had a fantastic time here."
United States
Andrew
The price is P9,236
P13,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Pacific Point Resort
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, (1,746 reviews)
"I loved how the beach is right there and all the places you can sit and relax"
United States
Isela
The price is P14,401
P16,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 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, (531 reviews)
"Exellent location..easy access Clean room Awesome place to stay"
United States
Jeanette
The price is P5,037
P5,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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
339 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 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
1,709 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 rooftop patio with outdoor seating and a view of the sunset over the beach.
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
802 reviews
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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.

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.

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 beach with waves, a clear sky, and rocky cliffs.
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South Palisades

South Palisades might not have many top sights, but The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Reviews

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Front desk staff are incredibly helpful and kind. Rooms are clean and spacious. Walking distance to all the favorite places in Pismo and the beach."
James 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & 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 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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