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Top 10 Hotels in Shell Beach, Pismo Beach

Hotel Avanti
Reception

Hotel Avanti

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (176)
"Looked like they had just redone the rooms, which were modern, and very nice. The lighting was fantastic!"
The price is RM374
RM421 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Avanti
Avila Village Inn
Property entrance

Avila Village Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Best place to stay"
The price is RM1,266
RM1,570 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Avila Village Inn
The Landing at Morro Bay
Premium bedding, individually decorated, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Landing at Morro Bay

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Such a beautiful location, perfect area to stay! "
The price is RM506
RM580 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Landing at Morro Bay
Shell Beach Inn
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Shell Beach Inn

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (392)
"Amazing place "
Shell Beach Inn
The Palomar Inn
Exterior

The Palomar Inn

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (546)
"It was a pretty good place stay! Nice coffee shop right next door! Wall are thin but not to much noise. "
The price is RM377
RM505 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Palomar Inn
Hotel Avisa
1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Hotel Avisa

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great spot to stay & great staff!"
The price is RM459
RM526 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel Avisa
Masterpiece Hotel
Dining

Masterpiece Hotel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1020)
"Very clean and a quite place to stay"
Masterpiece Hotel
Dune Surfer Inn
Beach nearby

Dune Surfer Inn

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Great stay! "
Dune Surfer Inn
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
Reception

Harbor House Inn Morro Bay

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1960)
" Way comfortable to stay at"
The price is RM392
RM449 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Harbor House Inn Morro Bay
Ocean Palms Motel
Terrace/patio

Ocean Palms Motel

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"For the price this was a great place to stay. The room was comfy and clean. It was easy to walk into town and the nearby restaurants were excellent. "
The price is RM450
RM571 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Ocean Palms Motel
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1041)
"Overall great stay and will stay here again"
The price is RM415
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
BBQ/picnic Area

Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"We’ve visited Morro Bay countless times, but this was our first time staying here."
The price is RM530
RM607 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Fireplace

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (773)
"Enjoyed our stay"
The price is RM356
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Madonna Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Madonna Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1213)
"Really fun unique place to stay. "
The price is RM1,054
RM1,341 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Madonna Inn
Inn At Morro Bay
Beach

Inn At Morro Bay

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Great hotel "
Inn At Morro Bay
Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront
Marina

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Great place"
The price is RM953
RM1,108 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront
Arroyo Village Inn
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Arroyo Village Inn

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (767)
"I was looking for an expensive hotel and that’s exactly what this location is. "
The price is RM347
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Arroyo Village Inn
American Inn Grover Beach
Individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

American Inn Grover Beach

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (624)
"The staff here is very kind! My family goes here everytime we are in Grover Beach. "
American Inn Grover Beach
Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row
Exterior

Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (381)
"We stay here every time we come to visit our family. Satisfied. Will always be our go-to place to stay. Happy Travels! "
The price is RM442
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Sea Air Inn & Suites - Downtown - Restaurant Row
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton Inn Morro Bay

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (607)
"Very pleased with our stay, we will be back!!"
The price is RM605
RM694 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hampton Inn Morro Bay
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Where to stay in Shell Beach

Find the best Shell Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Pismo Beach
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Downtown Pismo Beach

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

Pismo Heights map

Pismo Heights

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

Sunset Palisades map

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.

South Palisades map

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.

Saint Andrews map

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.

Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, clean and spacious room."
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shell Beach?

Shell Beach is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Consider a visit to Eldwayen Ocean Park as part of your Shell Beach travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Shell Beach?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Shell Beach Inn is the highest ranked property in Shell Beach. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is The Palomar Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Shell Beach?

If you're searching for places to stay in Pismo Beach, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 29 Shell Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Shell Beach.

What are the top things to see and do in Shell Beach?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Shell Beach with a visit to Margo Dodd Park and Dinosaur Caves Park. A visit to Eldwayen Ocean Park is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Shell Beach include Pismo Preserve, The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop. Sans Liege Wines and Pismo Beach Pier are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Pismo Beach.