Shell Beach
Pismo Beach
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Popular places to visit
Margo Dodd Park
After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Eldwayen Ocean Park
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach with a stop at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Pismo Beach Pier
Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets during your trip to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Spa at Dolphin Bay
You can take time to visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay during your travels to Pismo Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Top hotels in Shell Beach
The Palomar Inn
"Kept up and had a nice patio as well!"
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Shell Beach Inn
"Excellent accommodations. Very comfortable bed. Excellent parking."
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
"Overall good hotel for the price. The elevator was not working so that was not good. But still a great deal for ocean views on a weekend."
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026
Spyglass Inn
"Great stay, thank you!"
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
"Clean rooms and Breakfast were great! Staff was friendly and very helpful. The only complaint I have is that noise the weekend of June 19-21st was so noisy in the evening when the families with the baseball players returned in the evening, they were very inconsiderate when it came to making loud ..."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
"There is a lot of noise in the room from people and things traveling up and down the walk-way outside. Lovely property that is reasonably priced - so I would consider staying again. But I would make sure that I could be in the second room so that the hall noise isn't such an issue. Breakfast bar ..."
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
Where to stay in Shell Beach
Downtown Pismo Beach
While visiting Downtown Pismo Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
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.
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If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
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.
