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Shell Beach Inn

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

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Room 7 Queen/Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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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

Room options

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Room 1 - Queen & Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room 2 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 6 - Queen & Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Room 7 Queen/Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 3 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 9 - King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 8 - Double / Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 8 - Double / Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 5 - Queen Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 4 - Queen Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room 4 - Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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
  • 72 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 5.9 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 Pismo Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blast & Brew - ‬2 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.

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)
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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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Reviews

Shell Beach Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a convenient and walkable distance to the beautiful beach with stunning views. (28 reviews)
  • The pool was well-heated, private, and comfortable, with some rooms even having a poolside seating area. (16 reviews)
  • On-site parking was convenient and easily accessible. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy beds and great location
Rod, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beds were very comfortable
Emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room! Great location.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great, clean, cozy stay at a great price!
Colleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice motel, the lady at check-in was the best!! Everything you need near by!!
Jill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay.

We loved our stay at Shell Beach Inn. Next time we'll stay longer for sure. Thanks again Lori.
Erik, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was cozy, clean & comfortable. Small rooms perfect for an overnight stay. staff was helpful but has limited hours . Easy walk to beach & some restaurants . Short drive to downtown .
Katrina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place
Fabio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room with a library!

Cute little inn in Pismo Beach with a wonderful pool! Very clean, comfortable, quiet...and my room even had a library in it! I added a good book I had just finished to the library!
Patricia M, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is adorable. We stayed in room 8. It was cozy and bed was comfortable.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Charming.
Annette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in unit #9. The bed was comfortable but lopsided. Felt I was going to roll off. But I love this hotel and everything else was excellent
Rod, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice little inn. Rooms are great. Recently updated
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable, attention to details, and like the Shell Beach neighborhood!
Christiane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great experience!
Carolina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location is great everything is in walking distance.Staff was friendly and rooms were nice.Only the bed was old and you rolled to the middle and had a hard time getting off of it . We had a good time and would stay again
Alfred, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Happy travelers

Pismo Beach has always been our choice when visiting Santa Barbara and the central California coastal areas. The hotel is a remodeled motel. The management took extra care to add a number of upscale amenities to make their guests comfortable. The rooms were small but well equipped and thoughtfully decorated. Quiet and convenient.
Ethel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Dave, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Heard the freeway but the bed is super comfortable, coffee in room and newly renovated room, shower does need remodeling but towels and bedding new and high quality. Split unit for heating and air was great. Love the area and front desk employees are great
Leslie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I were greeted warmly at check-in. The room was charming and comfortable and the staff continued to be friendly throughout our stay. We were a short distance from excellent eateries and easy access to 101. We will return
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a nice experience
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

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