Shell Beach Inn, Pismo Beach

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About the Hotel

653 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, California, United States, 93449
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Shell Beach Inn, a 2-star Pismo Beach hotel with a 9.0/10 rating on Booking.com, features individually decorated rooms and a seasonally heated outdoor swimming pool. This intimate inn offers free parking and is a convenient base for exploring the Central Coast.

Rooms & Amenities

All ten guest rooms at Shell Beach Inn are uniquely styled with touches from the California coast. Modern amenities include flat-screen TVs with cable channels, refrigerators, and microwaves, ensuring a comfortable stay for travelers.

Dining & Nearby Options

The nearby downtown area offers a range of local dining options including Zorro's Cafe & Cantina and Cape Cod Eatery and Tap House, all within a short walk from the inn. For outdoor activities, Pismo Beach and Avila Beach are both just a five-minute drive away.

Leisure & Activities

A nearby stairway leads to a secluded beach, perfect for observing marine wildlife such as sea otters and dolphins. Guests can also enjoy the local parks, including Dinosaur Caves Park, which is popular for photography and recreational activities.

Services & Local Area

Shell Beach Inn provides concierge services and daily housekeeping for guest convenience. Free parking is available, allowing easy access to nearby attractions like Central Coast Wine Country and Pismo Pier, enhancing the total guest experience.

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Shell Beach Inn offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
780 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Heating
King Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Room One Queen or One Double
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Shell Beach Inn offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Poolside snack bar

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Shell Beach Inn Location

653 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, California, United States, 93449
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653 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, California, United States, 93449
Nearby
Park
Dinosaur Caves Park
1800 ft
Park
Margo Dodd Park
1800 ft
Restaurants
F. McLintocks Saloon and Dining House
1.8 mi
750 Mattie Road
Zorro's Cafe & Cantina
900 ft
927 Shell Beach Rd
Cape Cod Eatery and Tap House
1300 ft
1127 Shell Beach Rd
Sando's Deli
1400 ft
1255 Shell Beach Rd
Seaside Cafe & Bakery
1400 ft
1327 Shell Beach Road
Shell Beach Brew House
1800 ft
1527 Shell Beach Road
Mei's Chinese Restaurant
2300 ft
1759 Shell Beach Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Pismo Beach35 min  ·  1.8 mi
Airports
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)25 min  ·  10.2 mi
Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX)64 min  ·  26.4 mi
Train
Grover Beach Amtrak8 min  ·  3.3 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:30
Check-out
from 06:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
10

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Shell Beach Inn from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 315 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
93%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.1/10
Facilities
9.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.3/10
Location
9.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 272 reviews
8.9/10
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