Shell Beach, CA

Pismo Beach

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Shell Beach Inn

Shell Beach Inn

2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd Pismo Beach CA
$113 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$130 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (451 reviews)
Clean room, excellent pool, and because we were the only guests we felt special. Staff was helpful as well

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Shell Beach Inn
Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo

3 out of 5
1631 Monterey St San Luis Obispo CA
$138 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$157 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,299 reviews)
Value for money, location, and two room configuration is excellent

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown

3 out of 5
1845 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo CA
$116 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
$132 total
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
$149 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$171 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,611 reviews)
I love it

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

3 out of 5
2351 Price St Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$125 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,170 reviews)
Everything was top notch plus the weather was warm and beautiful. Loved the getaway from our dreary weather in the valley.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

3.5 out of 5
100 Madonna Road San Luis Obispo CA
$161 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$183 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,327 reviews)
Loved the amenities.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Madonna Inn
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Other neighborhoods around Shell Beach

Nice Flat Water - cool Breeze no people - it works.

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 Avila Hot Springs.

Saint Andrews
Rugged beach.

South Palisades

South Palisades might not have many top sights, but The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South Palisades
Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach

4.5/5(396 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Pismo Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach.

Downtown Pismo Beach
View from above Pismo Beach. #PismoBeach

Pismo Heights

While Pismo Heights isn't home to many top sights, Pismo Beach Pier and Price Anniversary House are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pismo Heights
Overlooking Shell Beach from the ridge. 
Beautiful! A must if your looking for a good day hike. A bit strenuous but possible!

Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove.

Sunset Palisades
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Pacific Estates

Though Pacific Estates might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Beach Pier.

Pacific Estates


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