Sunset Palisades Travel Guide

Pismo Beach

A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a distant mountain.
A coastal landscape with a clear view of the ocean, a winding road, and dense greenery.
A field of vibrant orange poppies with a clear blue sky and rolling hills in the background.
A mountain path surrounded by dense vegetation and a layer of clouds at the base.
A dirt path surrounded by dense shrubbery and a foggy coastal landscape.

Things to do


Top hotels in Sunset Palisades

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
The price is ฿3,577 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
฿3,577
฿4,486 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,243 reviews)
"This is a solid choice location is great - 5 minute dive to pismo pier. Rooms are comfortable with really nice staff - from check in to gregarious bartender. Free drink at check in and solid breakfast with nice pool and grounds. Solid value for price would stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
The price is ฿3,810 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿3,810
฿4,370 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,518 reviews)
"This a beautiful quaint well maintained inn. The rooms whether you get ocean front or regular are wonderful. The staff is very friendly and professional. We always stay here and have never had any complaints. Gotta try it you will be hooked."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
The price is ฿3,515 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿3,515
฿4,835 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,666 reviews)
"Perfect location. Close to downtown and cal poly. Room was clean and had all amenities. Shower pressure was fantastic. The courtyards and seating areas with fire pits were so lovely, as were the happy hour treats. The breakfast buffet had lots to offer as well. We will definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
The price is ฿4,976 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,976
฿6,786 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,641 reviews)
"Our room needed some attention to the headboard and side tables. Sticky to the touch? Otherwise very nice."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Madonna Inn
Apple Farm

Apple Farm

3.5 out of 5
2015 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,016 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿3,016
฿3,809 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,678 reviews)
"Room was large, updated, and clean"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Apple Farm
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
The price is ฿5,982 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
฿5,982
฿6,861 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,935 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel, seems more than 3 stars. Very clean, right by the ocean and inside the room was great! Loved it!"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
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Where to stay in Sunset Palisades

Find the best Sunset Palisades areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Pismo Beach

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

Shell Beach

Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.

855634304

If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

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 Surf Shop.

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.



Sunset Palisades Travel Guide