Shell Beach, CA

Pismo Beach
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Photo by Dori Vogel Cirrincione
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Photo by Ann Sair
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Photo by Daria Hendricks
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
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Photo by Shereen Ward

Popular places to visit

Another beautiful overlook along the Pacific coastline.

Margo Dodd Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Margo Dodd Park, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(1,360 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Pismo Beach Pier and enjoy activities such as biking in Pismo Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Pismo Beach Pier
Abundance of sand dollars today! We made sure none were alive, of course. :)

Monarch Butterfly Grove

4.5/5(446 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Monarch Butterfly Grove
Price Anniversary House

Price Anniversary House

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach with a stop at Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Price Anniversary House
Good, long hike with pretty stations to view landscapes of Pismo

Pismo Preserve

You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pismo Preserve
Lovely cliffs

Pirates Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pirates Cove

Shell Beach Hotel Deals

Shell Beach Inn
Shell Beach Inn
2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
Stay at this hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews)
"Nice clean place. Close to beach and shops."

Reviewed on 30 December 2024

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Shell Beach Inn
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED 389 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
AED 389
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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! (1,490 reviews)
We will be going back.
"Jirdon at the front desk was a delight. So dog friendly. Great spacious suites. Good breakfast."

Reviewed on 11 January 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 345 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
AED 345
AED 395 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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! (1,676 reviews)
"Front desk was very friendly"

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 526 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
AED 526
AED 603 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Enjoy the accommodations and bed. Bathroom amenities were nice. Bottles of water at the rates charged should have been complimentary not charged $5 each for a bottle of water"

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED 497 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
AED 497
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,133 reviews)
"enjoyed the beautiful scenery and views of the ocean from my room"

Reviewed on 9 January 2025

Spyglass Inn
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED 657 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
AED 657
AED 754 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,392 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 January 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Shell Beach

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
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
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
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

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