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 romantic 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
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 seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pirates Cove
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

Shell Beach Hotel Deals

Shell Beach Inn
Shell Beach Inn
2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED 500 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
AED 500
AED 573 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
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! (345 reviews)
"Very nice and clean property. Close to the beach and Avila Beach. Only issue I had was there was a little bit of mold on the shower curtain on the inside and the hot water took a long time to get hot."

Reviewed on 11 February 2025

Shell Beach Inn
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED 441 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
AED 441
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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)
"Very convenient location right off the highway, with spectacular views of ocean by the ocean view rooms. The staff are very friendly and I would definitely recommend staying here, especially the ocean view rooms."

Reviewed on 14 February 2025

Spyglass Inn
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is AED 364 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
AED 364
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (1,757 reviews)
Beautiful
"I've stayed at several motels/hotels in Pismo Beach and surrounding areas. This was my first time at Edgewater and I promise you I'll stay here again. It was clean, staff was amazing, and it was a fantastic location."

Reviewed on 15 February 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
The price is AED 497 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
AED 497
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great area, great rooms and overall great property."

Reviewed on 10 February 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Madonna Inn
Madonna Inn
3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
The price is AED 465 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
AED 465
AED 653 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,122 reviews)
"Had a issue with Expedia pay at the property option, I was charged for the first night stay the day before I got there.. and the only issue I had with the stay was the heater in the room did not work and the pillows in the master bedroom were very hard.. but other than that was a great room and a ..."

Reviewed on 12 February 2025

Madonna Inn
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AED 621 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 621
AED 712 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (1,376 reviews)
"The views and the beach access"

Reviewed on 8 February 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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