Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Pismo Beach Pier, where attentive staff create a relaxing atmosphere perfect for unwinding after coastal explorations
Blue Seal Inn sits just minutes from North Beach Campground, offering a convenient base for Pismo Beach adventures. Guests appreciate the practical amenities including in-room WiFi, complimentary self parking, and limo/town car service for special occasions.
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Suite, 3 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
28 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Located near the beach, Blue Seal Inn is in Downtown Pismo Beach, a neighborhood in Pismo Beach. Shoppers can check out Pismo Beach Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Monarch Butterfly Grove and North Beach Campground. Pismo Beach Pier and Price Anniversary House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Pismo Beach travel guide
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Desk
Fan
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Blue Seal Inn
Blue Seal Inn Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Pismo Beach
Seal Inn
Blue Seal Hotel Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn Motel
Blue Seal Inn Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn Motel Pismo Beach
Frequently asked questions
Is Blue Seal Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 25.00 per night and a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Blue Seal Inn?
As of 12 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Seal Inn on 15 March 2026 start from AED 250, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Blue Seal Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Blue Seal Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Blue Seal Inn located?
Located in Downtown Pismo Beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets. Monarch Butterfly Grove and North Beach Campground are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Blue Seal Inn Reviews
5.4
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
I took a solo trip to pismo after splitting up with my significant other of almost 8 years. I had stayed at this hotel in the past and found it to be pretty close to the pier. It is situated in an established part of pismo, but I found it to be safe and clean.
When checking in the clerk was trying to make me pay a $15 fee. For who knows what? I told him I payed online and I wasn't paying more and that he should have included that in the online information. The shower drain didn't drain so had to shower with having to continuously shut off the water. The water somehow leaked all over the bathroom floor. Had to finish showering in another room. One star for the heater working good.
Quiet very clean. Convenient dining. Great location.
Ygnacio
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
6/10 Okay
Edward
3 January 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Great location
Good for the price and better for the location. 5 minute walk to the beach great area. Only issue was a broken bathroom window with pieces still stuck inside the window. Bathroom was a bit outdated and moldy but for the location and price... you be the judge :) I'd stay again tbh. I might bring my own cleaning stuff though and a area heater.
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
Lynne
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Jon
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was excellent. Staff very friendly. Upon entry to room, it smelt dank. We went to local store and got cleaning stuff and cleaned the bathroom and entire floor of hotel, fortunately it was a tile floor. I am positive those floors haven't been mopped in a long time. Bathroom door hinges were loose and had to lift door to get to close. The toilet seat was loose and moved around when you sat on it. Once properly cleaned, our stay was nice and being so local to beach, food and stores was excellent. I think the cleaning part should be more thorough.
Jon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
2 December 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Moldy bathroom
Manager was very nice at check in. Room wasn’t horrible but bathroom was disgusting. There was mold on the ceiling and all over the bottom of the shower curtain which makes me think that it doesn’t get changed between guests. The bathroom had no ventilation (which is most likely the cause of the mold) other than a small window that had no screen. I’ve stayed at blue seal before (a different room) and it was not nasty like this one was. I doubt I’ll stay there again.
We had no other option, so we had to suck it up. The property is run down but has potential to look so much better. We got the 3 beds that had a little kitchen and bathrooms. The kitchen cabinet doors were hanging off, one bathroom had no toilet seat and was clogged, the carpets were horrendous, only one small trash can provided for the entire room(not even for the bathrooms), possible mold spotted in bathrooms, and our room was not ready till 7:30PM! Pros: walking distance to the beach, having 3 beds and kitchen. With the right management in place, this location can improve greatly. Until then, we plan to stay elsewhere.
Mayra
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10 Good
Ronny
28 October 2024
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
not the worst but its okay for a night
the staff at checkin and check out were super amazing friendly and nice. the room we were in #15 its a super basic room PROS: the bed was comfortable. there was a microwave, mini fridge and table with two chairs also a tv. The towels seemed pretty new. The parking lot is easy to park in. CONS: the mini fridge door dragged on the ground making it hard to open and close. the room needs a deep clean and maintenance. the walls need painting as you can see were repairs were done and instead of using wall color its now a hige spot of white paint. the faucet in the bathroom is super loose to the point of needing repair. all the walls and door jams are horribly dirty. the floor was however super clean as well as the shower. This hotel was great for a night at 145.00 in mid oct.
Ronny
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
4/10 Poor
Amy
17 June 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cons: The pool is under repair, the motel was noisy. It was hard to sleep with the light shining in the window, shutters would not close all the way. The air conditioner is a wall unit, it did not cool off the room. The bathroom was clean but old. The beds were lumpy. The beds had sheets and bedspreads, no actual blankets. The neighborhood was sketchy. The price was high. Located on an extremely busy street with no crosswalks for a few blocks. A lot of people park their trailers or RVs on the street so it is hard to see traffic if you are walking around.
Pros: walking distance to the beach. Management was helpful. Parking was included. Parking was not strict. Pets are allowed.
If you can get this place for a deal it would be worth it. For 300 a night? Look elsewhere.
Amy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Kathy
29 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner.
1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely)
2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision)
3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help)
4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days.
5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket
6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV.
7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission.
8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered.
The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower.
Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
The front desk check in lady was so nice and wonderful but the rooms were disgusting, dirty, and beyond run down. I was worried that every itch I felt was a bed bug and that I would be leaving with a weird rash. There was no working heater but they gave me
A space heater which was nice. Other than that the only thing that was good was I could watch tv. They definitely need a new cleaning crew.