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Shell Beach Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Pismo Beach Pier in Pismo Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Room 7 Queen/Queen
Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, comfy beds, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Margo Dodd Park
    5 min walk
  • Pismo State Beach
    2 min drive
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay
    3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    17 min drive

Room options

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Room 7 Queen/Queen

Room 7 Queen/Queen

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 8 - Double / Double Room

Room 8 - Double / Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 4 - Queen Room

Room 4 - Queen Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6 - Queen & Double Room

Room 6 - Queen & Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room 2 - King Room

Room 2 - King Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite

Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite

  • 72 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room 9 - King Room

Room 9 - King Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 5 - Queen Room

Room 5 - Queen Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room 3 - King Room

Room 3 - King Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
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About the area

Pismo Beach

Shell Beach stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Shell Beach hotel, you'll find Margo Dodd Park and Dinosaur Caves Park. The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo State Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 3 min drive
  • Pismo Preserve - 3 min drive
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 3 min drive
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 4 min drive
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Morenos Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cool Cat Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shell Beach Inn

Hotel near Pismo Beach Pier in Pismo Beach
As a guest of Shell Beach Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, concierge services, and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Pismo Beach hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Shell Beach Inn offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Pismo Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Shell Beach Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 335 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel! The staff was very friendly the room was beyond my expectation with heated tiles in the bathroom and on top of that they had a heated pool. It’s also in a very walkable location for dining and supplies
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not enough hot water to take showers. The Shell Beach Inn sign was not lit and could not be seen at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estarlita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay at this wonderfully cozy inn (Room 5). Denise the receptionist was cordial. She didn't go out of her way to make us feel welcome. But she definitely was not rude. However the owner was extremely kind, welcoming and friendly. The room was impeccably designed and modern. The grounds were well maintained. Towels were readily available. The housekeeping lady along with the gentleman I think was possibly the maintenance worker were WONDERFUL!!! . They both were absolutely ACCOMDATING AND KIND. Keep them on your staff roster. Parking was convenient. The television, microwave, and refrigerator was a great touch. My husband and I look forward to another visit soon. God bless you abundantly! The Taylor's
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but very clean. The beds were comfortable and the manager was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! I will definitely look to book at tje shell beach inn when i go to the area again. Everything was clean, staff was very polite and welcoming. I didn't hear any road noise during the night. We walked around the whole area too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing we didn't like and the best way to express how we feel about Shell Beach Inn - we'll be back !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
This boutique hotel exceeded our expectations. Heated pool with heaters at the patio tables. A sitting area outside each room. The staff was so welcoming and everything was great. The beds were comfortable and the room was spacious. We will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uriah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute & Quaint!
Denise & Conny were wonderful hosts, with followup. Very clean pool, enjoyed the relaxation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and attention to detail. Very clean. Close to the beach and plenty of walkable for food and stores. Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect trip
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the shell beach in. The room was very clean and super cute inside. Had lots of furniture and space to set your things. It was more expensive than we are used to but it was a great area and it was for our anniversary trip so we splurged a little and I'm so glad we did! The lady in the office checking us in was very nice. The bed and pillows were comfortable and lines were fresh. Towels were super soft! We would definitely stay here again but would book a room with a king size bed. The pool was heated and looked very inviting but unfortunately we did not utilize it. Hopefully on our next trip we will. My favorite part was all the plants on the cute patio areas :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe, quiet location. Room was clean. Walkable to a few stores and restaurants. A quick drive to downtown Pismo
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a quick stay, walkable location, small, comfortable, clean & cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sweet and comfortable. Had everything we needed and more. This will be our new place to stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry, Ceres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice , clean and easy in/out
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feedback: they should have numbers near each room so parking can be close to the rooms. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little inn, Beds were comfy, and very clean. Many restaurants within walking distance along with beautiful ocean views close by walls are a little fan but they offered earplugs which worked well. Only complaint is I felt a bit rushed out of my room - check out is 11 AM at 10:15. I was trying to finish getting ready and housekeeping kept knocking and wanted to know if I knew check out was at 11. Other than that, friendly staff and a great place to stay. I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jerry, Ceres

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shell Beach weekend
We had a very cozy and comfortable stay at the Shell Beach Inn. The room fit our needs nicely and we had everything we needed. Denise was very helpful when we arrived orienting us to the property. We especially enjoyed the warm swimming pool at nighttime. It’s located off of the main highway but was still quiet at night. The hotel provided earplugs for guests. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

P, HOOFDDORP

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is a beautifully kept hotel and tastefully updated. One oddity was the bath/shower in rm 5, it was tilted at an angle which created a feeling of unbalance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024