Pismo Beach, CA

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Pismo Beach Pier showing fishing as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Pismo Beach

Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4.5/5(396 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Pismo Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach.

Downtown Pismo Beach
Best avocado toast EVER! 2 people could probably share this 1/2 order, the basil aoli, feta and balsamic glaze are sooo good together with the bacon, acid and egg! Great service, friendly staff, and lots of other yummy menu items, fresh baked goodies and fresh brewed coffees. Make this a must try for breakfast/brunch or lunch!

Shell Beach

4/5(19 area reviews)

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

Shell Beach
View from above Pismo Beach. #PismoBeach

Pismo Heights

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

Pismo Heights
Overlooking Shell Beach from the ridge. 
Beautiful! A must if your looking for a good day hike. A bit strenuous but possible!

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 Pirates Cove.

Sunset Palisades
Rugged beach.

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.

South Palisades
Nice Flat Water - cool Breeze no people - it works.

Saint Andrews

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.

Saint Andrews
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED167 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
AED167
per night
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,461 reviews)
"The “reception” was a joke. A small bowl of macaroni salad one night and queso chips and dip the next night. At Oxford Suites in Oregon they had hot soup and breadsticks both nights!!"

Reviewed on 18 Jun, 2024

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED185 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
AED185
per night
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,142 reviews)
"Hotels location was great!"

Reviewed on 18 Jun, 2024

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED265 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
AED265
per night
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,092 reviews)
"No air condition in the rooms or microwaves in room"

Reviewed on 15 Jun, 2024

Spyglass Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Great Location/Easy Beach Access/Walking Distance to Downtown Pier Area
Great Location/Easy Beach Access/Walking Distance to Downtown Pier Area
Pismo Beach
Stay at this condo in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
Wonderful house and location
"This house was perfect for our family get together. We were with 10 people and there was plenty of space for everyone. The beach is just a block away and really great for a morning and evening stroll."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2024

Great Location/Easy Beach Access/Walking Distance to Downtown Pier Area
Great location! Easy beach access! Sleeps 12
Great location! Easy beach access! Sleeps 12
Pismo Beach
Stay at this condo in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Summer Family Vacation!
"We are really glad to have stayed at this place! Our family of 13 found the condo to have everything that we needed. The condo is super clean inside and out, the rooms have plenty of sleeping space, everyone liked the two balconies with a good view of the ocean. The location is great, just 1/2 block ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2024

Great location! Easy beach access! Sleeps 12
Pismo Beach Condo < Walk to Beach & Wineries!
Pismo Beach Condo < Walk to Beach & Wineries!
Pismo Beach
Stay at this condo in Pismo Beach. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Pismo Beach Pier and Oceano Dunes ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Pismo condo
"The property was clean. The location was close to the Pismo beach and shops. Very responsive hosts."

Reviewed on 30 Apr, 2024

Pismo Beach Condo < Walk to Beach & Wineries!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Pismo Beach

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Jun 6, 2020

The city of Pismo should’ve completed the pier project a long time ago. They have overcrowded the small city even more by allowing additional large hotels to be added

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jun 3, 2020

Super packed. But I definitely expected that!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 3, 2020

I had a great time.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

There was way to many people in the downtown area other than that was nice

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jun 2, 2020

beach is great!

5/5 - Excellent

Cookie
Jun 1, 2020

First time there and is a Beautiful clean Beach