Shell Beach Travel Guide

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

Margo Dodd Park

Margo Dodd Park

After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Margo Dodd Park
Eldwayen Ocean Park

Eldwayen Ocean Park

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you spend time at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Eldwayen Ocean Park
Pismo Beach Pier which includes fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Monarch Butterfly Grove

Monarch Butterfly Grove

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
Pismo Preserve

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
Pirates Cove

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

Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

฿655
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour

฿1,474
per adult
Paso Robles: Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

฿1,474
per adult
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
San Luis Obispo Self Guide Walking Tour

San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App

฿327
per traveller
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

฿1,145
per traveller
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
The Fremont Theatre is one of the last Streamline Moderne building in existence.

Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿229
per adult
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Shell Beach

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)
"Very comfortable accommodations in a beautiful area."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

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Shell Beach Inn
The Palomar Inn

The Palomar Inn

2 out of 5
1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿2,767 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,767
฿3,724 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (555 reviews)
Nice place
"Nice place to stay and good location. A couple of restaurants within walking distance. Bed was great. You can easily hear your neighbors due to the connecting door."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Palomar Inn
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,489 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿4,489
฿5,521 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,590 reviews)
"This property is very beautiful. the main entrance looks very nice. I like it looks like Spanish architecture. the rooms were very nice and clean. the breakfast buffet is very enjoyable and the kids love the pool and the Jacuzzi. I will return!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿5,749 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,749
฿6,593 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,221 reviews)
"It was a great place with kids. It has lovely garden along side beach. We will definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Spyglass Inn
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿7,734 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿7,734
฿8,855 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,238 reviews)
"Everything is great we have stayed here before but is been awhile since we have and the place now is very dated…still very nice clean and convenient but a needs a update ASAP…"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ฿6,714 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,714
฿7,700 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,415 reviews)
Overall pretty good
"The place was clean and well maintained. Great location right on the beach and short walk to the pier. Rooms were partially cleaned daily. Just a few minor things weren't completed during cleaning (restocking cups, switching out bag in ice bucket). Only real negative for the hotel was the "resturaunt/bar". ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach

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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
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South Palisades

While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.

South Palisades
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Pismo Heights

Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Pier.

Pismo Heights
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Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Palisades
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4/5(15 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Pismo Beach

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