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Shell Beach Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers can relax by the outdoor pool or take a short trip to explore the historic Pismo Beach Pier with its fishing spots and scenic views

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Shell Beach Inn, on the picturesque Shell Beach coastline, offers a peaceful getaway. The outdoor pool area has comfortable sun loungers for unwinding, with in-room WiFi to stay connected. The staff consistently receives positive reviews for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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
Shower/tub combination
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 220 sq ft
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 220 sq ft
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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
  • 195 sq ft
  • 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
  • 210 sq ft
  • 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
  • 210 sq ft
  • 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
  • 775 sq ft
  • 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

  • Margo Dodd Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pismo Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dinosaur Caves Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eldwayen Ocean Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 17 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

Hotel near Pismo Beach Pier
Shell Beach Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Shell Beach Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Shell Beach Inn?

As of Jan 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Beach Inn on Jan 19, 2026 start from $139.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Shell Beach Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shell Beach Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Shell Beach Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shell Beach Inn located?

Located in Shell Beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Margo Dodd Park and Dinosaur Caves Park. Eldwayen Ocean Park and The Spa at Dolphin Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Shell Beach Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 458 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 458 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 458 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 458 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 458 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great time and clean and tidy rooms 👌 staff was amazing in accommodating and perfectly located close to a park and beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The room was comfortable with a nice feel. I appreciated the attention to detail the little extra amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lycenia

Liked: Amenities
Love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nannette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was so pleased with my stay. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kenten

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Easy check in despite being a holiday
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room, helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric and Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, excellent pool, and because we were the only guests we felt special. Staff was helpful as well
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice warm pool. Great communication on check e.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and where my daughter lives!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, clean, cozy stay at a great price!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

BOHEE

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
so loudly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute little Cottage type place.Roomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Beds were very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable accommodations in a beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Responsive, helpful staff. Personal touches, amenities, and room decor. Proximity to great restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel, the lady at check-in was the best!! Everything you need near by!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Shell Beach Inn. It's the perfect distance between Pismo and Avila Beaches and has easy access to many restaurants and a little store. The room was simple but had everything we needed to enjoy the beach. The pool was warm enough that we could use it and my kids enjoyed it a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a hidden gem! The room was exactly as pictured. Every little detail was thought of for the most comfortable stay. It was so quiet and I had the best nights sleep. The check in process was easy and I loved the keyless entry. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay.

We loved our stay at Shell Beach Inn. Next time we'll stay longer for sure. Thanks again Lori.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victormichael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Amenities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location ,,really comfy bed ,nice little pool and seating area ,good communication from owner on how to get room key on phone as i was ariving later in the evening, nice little shop next door ,loved the old fashioned neon motel sign would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

The property was in a great location close to just about everything. Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025