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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Shell Beach Inn

Shell Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Shell Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (467 reviews)
"wonderful and welcoming"
United States
Paloma
Shell Beach Inn
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Restaurant

The Palomar Inn

The Palomar Inn
2.0 star property
Shell Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (589 reviews)
"It’s very hard to check in with staff who doesn’t speak English and have to call someone who can translate for them and the staff "
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥12,488
￥15,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
The Palomar Inn
Reception

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo

Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,256 reviews)
"Great room for the price"
United States
Kishan
The price is ￥10,299
￥13,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Vagabond Inn San Luis Obispo
BBQ/picnic area

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (187 reviews)
"Great room"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥16,856
￥19,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
Premium Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio

Pismo Lighthouse Suites

Pismo Lighthouse Suites
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this place, our go to when staying in Pismo. "
United States
Justin
The price is ￥37,769
￥49,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Pismo Lighthouse Suites
209 - Captains Quarters | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach House Inn & Suites

Beach House Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.1 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (526 reviews)
"Location was right in front of beach and thr room was so spacious fit all or family very well!! Definitely would stay here again!!!"
United States
maria
Beach House Inn & Suites
Standard Suite, Ocean View | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.3 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"Room was clean, Bed was comfortable"
United States
Shawn
The price is ￥20,745
￥23,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Pismo Beach Club
Exterior

Shore Cliff Hotel

Shore Cliff Hotel
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,505 reviews)
"Best hotel in pismo breath taking ocean view"
United States
aline
The price is ￥45,498
￥58,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Shore Cliff Hotel
Terrace/patio

SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.5 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (984 reviews)
"The Room very clean, property well maintained, and staff very professional"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥28,548
￥38,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
Sundeck

Dolphin Cove Motel

Dolphin Cove Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.2 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful View"
United States
Eric
The price is ￥18,101
￥22,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Dolphin Cove Motel
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
3.0 star property
Pismo Oaks, 5.1 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was very nice, clean and spacious. I would stay there again."
United States
Steven
The price is ￥18,397
￥21,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
On the beach

Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Shell Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,707 reviews)
"Stunning view, great walking areas, solid breakfast, loved the swings! Super happy with my stay."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥29,467
￥33,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Inn at the Cove
Front of property

Granada Hotel & Bistro

Granada Hotel & Bistro
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (818 reviews)
"Enjoyed the hotel."
United States
Donovan
The price is ￥37,657
￥42,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Granada Hotel & Bistro
Terrace/patio

Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.6 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
" Clean room and helpful staff. Walkable distance to Pismo beach and restaurant. "
United States
Vinayaka
Ocean Palms Motel
Terrace/patio

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 star property
2.2 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,622 reviews)
"Super nice facility and great breakfast I am a loyal returning customer. "
United States
Randel
The price is ￥26,349
￥30,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Exterior

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.3 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful stay "
United States
Laird
The price is ￥27,998
￥32,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Beach nearby

Dune Surfer Inn

Dune Surfer Inn
2.0 star property
7 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"Attentive staff, Quality Room, Awesome Price."
United States
David
Dune Surfer Inn
Lobby

Studio 6 San Luis Obispo, Ca

Studio 6 San Luis Obispo, Ca
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (105 reviews)
"Everything and everyone were great and very nice."
United States
Richard
The price is ￥13,329
￥15,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Studio 6 San Luis Obispo, Ca
Meeting facility

Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,718 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Serena
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Restaurant

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304, 5.2 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,768 reviews)
"great breakfast, rooms were nice"
United States
Raylene
The price is ￥44,192
￥52,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
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Where to stay in Shell Beach

Find the best Shell Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shell Beach
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Downtown Pismo Beach

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

Beautiful colourful summer sunset behind the valley of the San Luis Obispo Bay, viewed from South Palisades Park in Pismo Beach, California

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 The Spa at Dolphin Bay.

Pismo Beach Sunset

Pismo Heights

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

855634304

If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Pacific Estates

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

Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Everything waa amazing!!"
Debra 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Spyglass Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is a neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Consider a visit to Eldwayen Ocean Park as part of your Shell Beach travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Shell Beach?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Shell Beach Inn is the highest ranked property in Shell Beach. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another favorite option in the neighborhood is The Palomar Inn.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Shell Beach area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Pismo Beach, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 31 Shell Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Shell Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Shell Beach?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Shell Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Shell Beach?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Shell Beach with a visit to Dinosaur Caves Park and Margo Dodd Park. A visit to Eldwayen Ocean Park is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Shell Beach include Pismo Preserve, The Spa at Dolphin Bay, and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop. Sans Liege Wines and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Pismo Beach.

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