Shell Beach, CA

Pismo Beach

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Popular places to visit

Another beautiful overlook along the Pacific coastline.

Margo Dodd Park

After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Margo Dodd Park
Panoramic views are the Shell Beach, California

Eldwayen Ocean Park

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach with a stop at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Eldwayen Ocean Park
Pismo Beach Pier showing fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(1,360 reviews)

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Abundance of sand dollars today! We made sure none were alive, of course. :)

Monarch Butterfly Grove

4.5/5(446 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Monarch Butterfly Grove
Good, long hike with pretty stations to view landscapes of Pismo

Pismo Preserve

You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pismo Preserve
Lovely cliffs

Pirates Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pirates Cove

Things to do

No other surf school even comes close.

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

￥23,859
per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

￥2,891
per traveler
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Freshly baked artisan breads.

SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

￥28,775
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
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Shell Beach Hotel Deals

Shell Beach Inn
Shell Beach Inn
2 out of 5
653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA
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! (374 reviews)
"Very cute property! The rooms were very well appointed. They even gave us a little cooler full of ice because there is no ice machine. The only thing we didn’t like was the extremely squeaky bed that had a big dent in the middle! They should put in platform bed frames and get rid of those old metal ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

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Shell Beach Inn
Shore Cliff Hotel
Shore Cliff Hotel
3 out of 5
2555 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ￥28,396 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
￥28,396
￥38,353 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,359 reviews)
"It was wonderful"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Shore Cliff Hotel
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 out of 5
651 Five Cities Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,545 reviews)
"Perfect for families"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Edgewater Inn And Suites
2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,060 reviews)
"Thank you"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

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Edgewater Inn And Suites
Spyglass Inn
Spyglass Inn
3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is ￥28,968 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
￥28,968
￥33,225 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,176 reviews)
"Liked being adjacent to the shoreline. Quiet."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Spyglass Inn
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
The price is ￥23,210 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
￥23,210
￥26,388 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,517 reviews)
"Excellent service from check IN to check OUT. Room was upgraded and that was great. I would have loved to been able to access the balcony, but due to renovations I could not. However, that did not affect the stay."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Luis Obispo Downtown
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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 Pismo Preserve.

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
View from above Pismo Beach. #PismoBeach

Pismo Heights

While Pismo Heights isn't home to many top sights, Pismo Beach Surf Shop and Pismo Beach Pier 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
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 Beach Surf Shop.

Downtown Pismo Beach

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