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Shell Beach Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Pismo Beach Pier

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Relax by the pool in a comfortable seating area with a fire pit and wicker furniture.
Relax in style on the outdoor patio, featuring a shaded seating area with a table and chairs.
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with an oven, stainless steel sink, and large window offering a view of the backyard.
Guest rooms offer large windows and a welcoming outdoor seating area.
Cozy retreat with two beds, nightstands, and a small table, set amidst rustic brick walls and exposed wooden beams.
On the scenic shores of Shell Beach, Shell Beach Inn offers a relaxing retreat. With an inviting outdoor pool and comfortable sun loungers, take time to unwind while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
$170 nightly
The total price is $195
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Room 7 Queen/Queen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 7 Queen/Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 8 - Double / Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 8 - Double / Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 4 - Queen Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 4 - Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6 - Queen & Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 6 - Queen & Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room 2 - King Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 2 - King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 775 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room 9 - King Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 9 - King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 5 - Queen Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 5 - Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

Room 1 - Queen & Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room 3 - King Room

Room 3 - King Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room 3 - King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

What's nearby

  • Pismo Preserve - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 5 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 17 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 32 min drive
  • Grover Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 19 min drive
  • Guadalupe Station - 28 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

Shell Beach Inn puts you just a 5-minute drive from Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and Avila Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Frequently asked questions

Does Shell Beach Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Shell Beach Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Shell Beach Inn?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Shell Beach Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Shell Beach Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shell Beach Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Shell Beach Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Shell Beach Inn and nearby?

Shell Beach Inn has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Shell Beach Inn like?

Shell Beach Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Margo Dodd Park and 5 minutes' walk from Dinosaur Caves Park. The local area is considered walkable as well as having nice beaches.

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Shell Beach Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Bed
Amenities
Location
Family friendly
Beach
Ambience
Parks
Ocean

What guests liked

  • The property offers a great beach experience with beautiful ocean views, walkable access, and a lovely beach nearby. (24 reviews)
  • The pool was heated, private, and comfortable, with some rooms even having a poolside seating area. (12 reviews)
  • On-site parking was convenient and easily accessible. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay and will return. Staff and room were great.
1-night trip

10/10

A hidden gem. The Shell Beach Inn provided a warm welcome and quirky decor with some nice extra touches such as popcorn and complimentary water. Nice location for sunsets at the nearby coast. Would stay there again.
1-night trip

8/10

Charming little property. Rooms were s bit small but comfortable
3-night trip

8/10

Nice room with a friendly person at the front desk.
1-night trip

10/10

The room was great loved all the extra pillows on the bed only complaint there was left over sushi in the refrigerator and the toilet seat was loose but other that that it was a beautiful room quit and intimate I will definitely book again
1-night trip

10/10

Love the place was very comfortable and home feel. We hope to stay again in the future .
3-night trip

10/10

Such a quaint and beautiful hotel, they provided everything l needed to be comfortable.
2-night trip

8/10

Out for the Taste of Pismo event. This hotel is close enough to walk.
3-night trip

10/10

Super cute motel in Pismo Beach. Highly recommend!
1-night trip

10/10

quick and easy check in, nice rooms and close to the beach
1-night trip

10/10

Love this place!
1-night trip

10/10

Cozy getaway!! Definitely coming back
1-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed our stay here and recommend Shell Beach Inn! The room was nicely updated and modern with nice touches like a small igloo cooler for ice and a jar of candy. The beds are really comfortable!
2-night trip

10/10

I really enjoyed my stay at Shell Beach Inn! It has a wonderful location, walkable to the beautiful Shell beach and a variety of restaurants. My room was so tastefully designed and cute! I loved spending time there. The bed was comfy, bathroom clean and inviting, and the room felt spacious!
1-night trip

10/10

conveniently located charming boutique facility.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice clean place. Close to beach and shops.
1-night trip

10/10

Perfect for a quick stay, walkable location, small, comfortable, clean & cute.
2-night trip

10/10

Such a cute place to stay! We will be back!
1-night trip

10/10

I have a Traumatic Brain Injury. I gwt confused easily and forget things. The staff their made everything so easy and simple that I had a great and blessed stay. I highly recommended!
2-night trip

6/10

The floors were filthy, my white Sox were black with dirt stains from walking around. The dark floors hide the dirt. Stayed one night and literally put towels on the floor after showering so I could put clean socks on for the shoes.
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was attentive, property clean and thoughtful amenities and design. Even though close to the highway, very quiet. Store and restaurant very nearby.
2-night trip

10/10

Great little motel that I have stayed at se real times now
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent quaint little Inn!! It was a fabulous place to stay.
1-night trip

10/10

This is the 2nd time to stay at Shell Beach Inn and our stay was as enjoyable as the first stay! Comfortable beds, pool, friendly & helpful staff!
1-night trip

10/10

All the amenities you could ask for, an amazing property to stay if you are visiting Pismo
2-night trip