Hotels and Motels in or near Shell Beach, CA 
 
Shell Beach is on California's central coast. It is about 15 minutes south of 
San Luis Obispo , just northwest of 
Pismo Beach .
Shell Beach's coves are popular spots for kayaking and fishing.
 
  
   
  
  
  
  
  
  
   
		
 
    
    
    
	  Cliffs Resort Shell Beach 2757 Shell Beach Road, Shell Beach, CA 93449 
     
 
   
From $319 
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Rated High 
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service, oceanfront resort 
5 floors, 166 rooms and suites 
Heated outdoor swimming pool open all year 
Exercise room 
Restaurant - lounge - room service 
Full-service spa Not pet friendly 
 
Note:  This hotel charges a resort fee of $28 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
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	  Spyglass Inn Shell Beach 2705 Spyglass Drive, Shell Beach, CA 93449 
     
 
   
From $338 
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Rated High 
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service, oceanfront hotel 
Walkway to beach 
4 buildings - 2 and 3 floors, 82 rooms and suites 
Heated outdoor swimming pool 
Restaurant - lounge - room service 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Not pet friendly 
 
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	"Amazing location. Good hotel, but a little pricey for what I got. The room suited our purposes, but didn't wow us. The restaurant was quaint.2015-04-20 "
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	  Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa Pismo Beach 2727 Shell Beach Road, Shell Beach, CA 93449 
     
 
   
From $343 
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Rated Very High 
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, full-service, spa resort 
On oceanfront 
4 floors, 62 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom suites 
Heated outdoor swimming pool - fitness center 
Restaurant - lounge - room service 
Full-service spa 
Kitchen in every suite Pet friendly resort
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		 - $65 per night pet fee. - Jan 2023   
 
Note:  This resort charges an amenity fee of $35 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
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	  Inn at the Cove Pismo Beach 2651 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
1.2 miles 1.2 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $149 
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Rated Very High 
Upscale, smoke-free, oceanfront hotel 
Near Dinosaur Caves Park 
2 floors, 52 rooms - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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		 - allows dogs in designated pet rooms only, 2 dogs per room - $100 per stay pet fee. - Sep 2020   
 
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	"Nice hotel with great views. The room was spacious, clean, and quiet. I liked being near the pool and whirlpool. I highly recommend staying here.2016-08-03 "
"This hotel was simply amazing.2016-04-21 "
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	  Shore Cliff Hotel Pismo Beach 2555 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
1.5 miles 1.5 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $119 
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Rated Very High 
Luxury, smoke-free, oceanfront hotel-motel 
Overlooks Pacific Ocean cliffs and beaches 
2 floors, 31 rooms and suites - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room 
Microwave and refrigerator in every room 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Not pet friendly 
 
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	"The hotel had a great view. The room was super clean and comfortable, but we could hear the noisy people upstairs. Ask for a room on the top floor.2017-03-26 "
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	  Lighthouse Suites Pismo Beach 2411 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
1.7 miles 1.7 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $178 
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Rated Very High 
Midscale, smoke-free, oceanfront hotel 
3 floors, 70 rooms and suites - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room 
Microwave and refrigerator in every room 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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		 - allows dogs only - $30 per night pet fee. - Mar 2016   
 
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	  Cottage Inn by the Sea Pismo Beach 2351 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
1.7 miles 1.7 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $306 
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Rated Very High 
Upscale, smoke-free hotel near Pismo Beach 
2 floors, 80 rooms - no elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool 
Microwave and refrigerator in every room 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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		 - allows dogs up to 50 pounds in 6 pet rooms only, 2 dogs per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Dec 2020   
 
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	  Seacrest Oceanfront Hotel Pismo Beach 2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
1.8 miles 1.8 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $249 
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Rated Very High 
Midscale, smoke-free, oceanfront motel 
2 buildings - 2 and 4 floors, 158 rooms - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool 
Microwave and refrigerator in every room 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly motel
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		 - allows dogs only in 6 pet rooms, 2 dogs per room - $50 per stay pet fee. - Mar 2018   
 
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	"The motel had nice ocean and beach views, and there was a safe trail above the rugged cliffs where walkers could see various shore birds and marine mammals. The room was well-kept, and the housekeepers were excellent and efficient. The complimentary breakfast was a nice start to the day. Bring water shoes and understand the tide tables.2019-12-19 "
"No easy beach access. The motel room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. Nice grounds. Breakfast was OK.2016-04-18 "
"Clean, quiet room. The staff was courteous. I'd recommend this motel to friends.2015-06-18 "
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	  Tides Oceanview Inn & Cottages Pismo Beach 2121 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
1.9 miles 1.9 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $143 
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Rated Average 
Midscale, smoke-free, oceanfront inn and cottages 
Near beach 
Inn - 2 floors, 23 rooms - no elevator 
3 cottages 
1 beach house 
No swimming pool 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly inn and cottages
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		 - allows dogs only, 2 dogs per room - $50 per stay pet fee. - Feb 2022   
 
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	  Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach 601 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
2.5 miles 2.5 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $115 
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Rated High 
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel 
Near pier, boardwalk, and beach 
A Curio Collection by Hilton hotel 
3 floors, 104 rooms - elevator Outdoor swimming pool open in summer Exercise room 
Restaurant - rooftop lounge - bar - room service 
Free WiFi 
Valet parking only - $30 per night Not pet friendly 
 
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	  Vespera on Ocean Hotel 147 Stimson Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
2.6 miles 2.6 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $854 
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Rated Very High 
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, beachfront hotel 
An Autograph Collection hotel 
3 floors, 124 rooms and suites - elevator 
Free shuttle to attractions within 4-mile radius 
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room 
Restaurant - lounge - poolside bar 
Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only 
Free WiFi 
Valet parking only - $35 per night Pet friendly hotel
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		 - allows pets up to 50 pounds only, 2 pets per room - $150 per stay fee for each pet. - Feb 2020   
 
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	  Sandcastle Inn Pismo Beach 100 Stimson Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
2.6 miles 2.6 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $153 
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Rated Very High 
Upscale, smoke-free, beachfront hotel 
2 blocks from pier 
3 floors, 75 rooms and suites - elevator 
No swimming pool 
Cafe 
Microwave and refrigerator in every room 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Not pet friendly 
 
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	"I loved this hotel; it was exactly what we were looking for - a hotel on the beach wtih great views of the ocean and easy access to the beach. Good continental breakfast. Book this hotel.2016-04-17 "
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	  Avila Village Inn Avila Beach 6655 Laurel Bay Drive, Avila Beach, CA 93424 
     
3.1 miles 3.1 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $289 
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Rated Very High 
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite hotel 
2 miles northwest of downtown Avila Beach 
4 floors, 48 suites 
No swimming pool 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi Not pet friendly 
 
Note:  This hotel charges a resort fee of $28 per night - includes parking.
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	  Avila La Fonda Hotel Avila Beach 101 San Miguel Street, Avila Beach, CA 93424 
     
3.4 miles 3.4 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $219 
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Rated Very High 
Luxury, smoke-free, downtown resort 1 block from beach 
2 floors, 28 rooms - no elevator 
No swimming pool 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly motel
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		 - allows pets up to 50 pounds - $50 per stay pet fee. - Feb 2016   
 
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	  Avila Lighthouse Suites Avila Beach 550 Front Street, Avila Beach, CA 93424 
     
3.5 miles 3.5 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $471 
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Rated Very High 
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, all-suite hotel 
Located in downtown Avila Beach 
2 floors, 28 suites - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour fitness center 
Full-service spa 
Microwave and refrigerator in every suite 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Not pet friendly 
 
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	  Hilton Garden Inn Pismo Beach 601 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
3.6 miles 3.6 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $169 
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Rated Average 
Upscale, smoke-free motel Near Pismo Beach Prime Outlets Mall 4 floors, 120 rooms Heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room Restaurant - lounge - room service Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly 
 
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	"The hotel was clean, and the front desk staff was friendly and helpful. I left my driver's license at the desk, and they called immediately to let me know.2021-12-31 "
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	  Oxford Suites Resort Pismo Beach 651 Five Cities Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 
     
3.7 miles 3.7 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $133 
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Rated Very High 
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite hotel 
Near Pismo Beach Prime Outlets Mall 
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room 
Lounge 
Microwave and refrigerator in every suite 
Free hot breakfast buffet 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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		 - allows pets in designated pet rooms only - $29 per stay fee for each pet. - Sep 2020   
 
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	  Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Resort Avila Beach 3254 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach, CA 93424 
     
3.8 miles 3.8 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $178 
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Rated High 
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, oceanview timeshare resort 
12.5 miles southwest of San Luis Obispo Airport 
4 floors, 48 studio suites 
No shuttle to San Luis Obispo Airport Outdoor swimming pool open in summer Exercise room 
Kitchen in every suite 
Free WiFi 
Free parking 
Park and fly not allowed Not pet friendly 
 
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	"We loved our view, but the ocean view room we requested wasn't available because the previous guests hadn't vacated in time. Our studio was well-appointed, comfortable, and clean. The happy hour snacks could've been more upscale. 2015-10-29 "
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	  Best Western Casa Grande Inn Arroyo Grande 850 Oak Park Blvd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 
     
4.5 miles 4.5 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $117 
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Rated High 
Midscale, smoke-free hotel 2 miles from Pismo Beach 
3 floors, 114 rooms and suites - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool open in summer 
Free continental breakfast 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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		 - allows dogs up to 80 pounds only in pet rooms, 2 dogs per room - $20 per night pet fee. - Nov 2018   
 
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	"What a great hotel. It was clean and convenient, and the employees were excellent. We enjoyed the cookies and coffee in the late afternoon.2018-05-07 "
"Close to Pismo Beach and moderately priced. The hotel needed better soundproofing, so ask for an end unit on the top floor. Great front desk clerks.2016-03-25 "
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	  Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach - CA 101, Exit 188 775 North Oak Park Blvd, CA 101, Exit 188, Grover Beach, CA 93433 
     
4.5 miles 4.5 miles from Shell Beach  
   
From $80 
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Rated Average 
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel 
2.5 miles from Pismo Beach 
3 floors, 78 rooms - elevator 
Heated outdoor swimming pool 
Free hot breakfast buffet 
Free WiFi 
Free parking Not pet friendly 
 
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On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest  except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page. 
 
To us, motels  are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.hotels , on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
 
 
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. + Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas?  -  
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. + Often you cannot  because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night.  -  
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When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel. 
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.