Beachfront hotels in Pismo Beach

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Pismo Beach. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Beach House Inn & Suites Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Located in downtown Pismo Beach, this hotel provides a private balcony with an ocean view and a kitchenette in all rooms except one. Free beach-side covered parking is provided. Free Wi-Fi is included in all rooms at the Beach House Inn and Suites. A spacious seating area with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player are also offered in each guest room. Located off highway 101, area restaurants are within walking distance of the Beach House Inn and Suites Pismo Beach and various outdoor sporting activities such as hiking, surfing, fishing, and biking are available from the property. The Pismo Beach Pier is 5 minute’ walk from Beach House Inn & Suites. Pismo Beach State Beach is 1 minute' walk away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $160.

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• 2 SeaVenture Beach Hotel Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Resort. Just 10 minutes’ walk to Downtown Pismo Beach, SeaVenture Beach Hotel offers guests relaxation and convenience. An on site restaurant and a spa are available. Select rooms feature a private terrace with a hot tub. A seating area with a fireplace and a TV with cable channels are offered in each beach-chic guest room. Free WiFi is provided and a mini-bar and a coffee machine are available. A 24-hour reception and laundry services are available for guest convenience. Guests can hire bicycles on the property to explore the surrounding area. The on-site restaurant at SeaVenture features a seasonal menu. Items are prepared with locally farmed vegetables, premium meats, and fresh fish and seafood. All desserts are made in-house from scratch and room service is available. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday, and with limited brunch hours on Sunday. Pismo Beach Winery is 5 minutes’ drive from the resort. Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve is 2.4 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $152.

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• 3 Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection offers 4-star accommodation in Pismo Beach and has free bikes, fitness centre and shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site. The hotel offers a terrace. Guests at Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pismo Beach, like fishing and cycling. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Pismo State Beach is 80 metres from the accommodation, while Shelter Cove Beach is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, 12 km from Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around $195.

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• 4 Inn at the Cove Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Offering rooms with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and free WiFi access, the Inn at the Cove features an on-site heated pool and hot tub. Pismo Beach Pier and city centre are 3.2 km away. A complimentary continental breakfast is served every day. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured in all the guestrooms. A coffee machine, and a refrigerator are included in every guest room. Most rooms offer views of either the ocean or swimming pool. Waffles, pastries, and muffins are provided as part of a complimentary continental breakfast each morning at the Inn at the Cove. In-room spa and massage services are available. Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve and State Beach is 12 minutes’ drive from the Inn at the Cove. The Edna Valley wine region is less than 16 km away. Cal Poly State University is 15 minutes’ drive from Inn at the Cove. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $159.

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• 5 SeaCrest Oceanfront Hotel Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Located along 5 acres of Pismo Beach sands, this oceanfront hotel features a pool and 3 hot tubs with views over the water. Free Wi-Fi and a continental breakfast are also available. A flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station are found in each bright, elegant room of The Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel. A microwave, fridge and coffee maker are also included. Guests of The Seacrest can relax on the rooftop terrace, 4 stories above the ocean. Beautiful patios with fire pits are also provided. Local wine and beer can be delivered to guests’ rooms throughout the day. Barbeque grills are also open for guest use. Pismo Beach Golf Course is 4 minutes' drive from the hotel. Edna Valley Vineyard is less than 7.5 miles away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $149.

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• 6 Shore Cliff Hotel Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Situated on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Shore Cliff Hotel offers spacious guest rooms with free WiFi and panoramic views. It boasts a heated outdoor oceanfront pool, and a hot tub. Pismo Beach town centre is 1. 6 km away. A flat-screen cable satellite TV with extended sports and film channels and an iPod docking station are offered in each comfortably furnished guest room. All of the air-conditioned rooms include a desk and seating area, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee machine supplied with gourmet coffee. A 24-hour reception greets guests of Shore Cliff Hotel. Traditional clay tennis courts are available on site. Guests have access to a business centre featuring fax and photocopying services. A daily continental breakfast is offered to guests of Shore Cliff Hotel. Vending machines featuring snacks and drinks are available. Guests of this hotel can enjoy shopping at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets, just 5 minutes’ drive away. Paso Robles, home to numerous Central California wineries, is 66 km away. Hearst Castle is 93 km north of Shore Cliff Hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $149.

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• 7 The Cliffs Hotel and Spa Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Resort. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa is located on a cliff overlooking Shell Beach. The hotel offers a full-service spa, an oceanfront outdoor swimming pool and a balcony in every guest room. The Cliffs Hotel and Spa features a 42-inch flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a work desk. Guests at the Cliffs can use the hot tub or the sauna. A 24-hour gym with modern cardiovascular and weight training equipment is also available. Marisol restaurant at The Cliffs offers Latin cuisine, indoor and outdoor seating, and live entertainment. Room service is also available. Upon request, a free shuttle service is provided to the San Luis Regional Airport and Amtrak Station. Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve and Pismo State Beach are within a 20-minute drive of the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $139.

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• 8 Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Hotel. Inn at the Pier features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a shared lounge and restaurant in Pismo Beach. Providing a bar, the property is located within 200 metres of Pismo State Beach. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms include a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. At the hotel every room has bed linen and towels. A à la carte, American or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. Inn at the Pier offers a hot tub. Shelter Cove Beach is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Clark Center for the Performing Arts is 6.9 km away. The nearest airport is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, 12 km from Inn at the Pier. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $169.

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• 9 Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Motel. Located directly off of the Pismo Beach pier just steps from the beach, this 100% non-smoking Dolphin Cove Motel features guest rooms with ocean views and free Wi-Fi. Dinosaur Caves Park is 2.6 km away. Free guest parking is provided. A cable TV is offered in each room at this oceanfront motel. Rooms here will provide you with a seating area. Featuring a bath or shower, private bathrooms also come with towels and linen. Wooly's Beach Bar and Grill is located adjacent to the property. BBQ facilities are located at Dolphin Cove Motel. Pismo Beach is 12 metres away from this motel. HotShots Billiards & Family Entertainment is 136 metres away. Lake Lopez is 16 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $99.

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• 10 Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Motel. Located on an oceanfront bluff off of Pismo Beach, Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages offers an ideal location for guests. Free WiFi and free parking are also provided for guests’ convenience. A flat-screen cable TV is included in each room. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are also available. White plush linens cover beds that sit adjacent to a work desk. Guests can enjoy their own private entrance. The motel is 5 minutes’ walk from the ocean. California Polytechnic State University is 20 km away. Show full description Guest review score 6.9, rooms from around $119.

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• 11 Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Inn. Just 5 minutes' drive from Pismo State Beach, this oceanfront hotel is steps from the beach. An on-site gift shop offers beach necessities including coolers and sunscreen. High speed WiFi is included in all rooms. Cable TV is featured in all rooms at Sandcastle Inn Pismo Beach. Tea and coffee-making facilities are included in the spacious rooms. Rooms with an ocean view balcony are available. Pismo State Beach Golf Course and Pismo Coast Shopping Plaza are 5 minutes' drive from this hotel. California Polytechnic State University is 17 minutes' drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $121.

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• 12 Cottage Inn by the Sea Pismo Beach, United States

  

  Inn. Situated on the ocean front, the Cottage Inn by the Sea is located in Pismo Beach, California. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and parking is available on site. All rooms offer free guest parking, free WiFi, a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a fireplace. The bathroom includes free toiletries. Select rooms are oceanfront. Guests can use the sundeck that overlooks the ocean. The Cottage Inn also features a heated outdoor swimming pool as well as a business center. The Pismo State Beach is 10 minutes' drive from the Cottage Inn. The Pismo Coast Shopping Plaza is about 3.2 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $113.

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