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Shell Beach Inn

Property class: 2

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A swimming pool with two inflatable rings, lounge chairs, and a wooden deck.
A modern kitchen with a wooden accent wall, a built-in microwave, and a bar area with stools.
A modern living room with a brick wall, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a round mirror.
A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a sink, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a small bedside table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Explore the area

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653 Shell Beach Rd, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Place, Margo Dodd Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dinosaur Caves Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Preserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a mirror.

Room 1 - Queen & Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room 2 - King Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted shelf, and a window with curtains.

Room 2 - King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 6 - Queen & Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a desk with a computer, and a chair.

Room 6 - Queen & Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room 7 Queen/Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, framed pictures, a nightstand with a lamp, and a fan.

Room 7 Queen/Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room 3 - King Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a small side table with a lamp.

Room 3 - King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 9 - King Room

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a small bedside table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room 9 - King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 8 - Double / Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a fan, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Room 8 - Double / Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room 5 - Queen Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a large mirror.

Room 5 - Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 4 - Queen Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a window with a view of a white car.

Room 4 - Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite

A modern living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area in the background.

Room 11 - King One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Pismo Beach

At Shell Beach Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Margo Dodd Park and Dinosaur Caves Park. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-in. Added amenities include express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Shell Beach hotel include Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier.

What's nearby

  • Margo Dodd Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dinosaur Caves Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pismo Preserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eldwayen Ocean Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 12 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 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
  • ‪Kortado Bakery & Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shell Beach Inn

As a guest of Shell Beach Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, concierge services, and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Pismo Beach hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Shell Beach Inn offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Pismo Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift (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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shell Beach Inn?

Shell Beach Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Beach Inn on 11 Oct 2026 start from NZ$274, including 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 parking available at Shell Beach Inn?

Yep, Shell Beach Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shell Beach Inn?

The closest beach to Shell Beach Inn is Pismo State Beach (3.7 km).

Does Shell Beach Inn have a pool?

Shell Beach Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shell Beach Inn?

No, Shell Beach Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shell Beach Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shell Beach Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Shell Beach Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 561 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We always enjoy our stay at Shell Beach Inn! It is a dainty little inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Parking is super easy, quick walk to a peaceful ocean overlook, each room is unique and well outfitted
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The Shell Beach Inn is a wonderful little boutique hotel! We love the layout of the rooms and they are well stocked! They have a great pool and chairs to hang outside of f you choose. We love that you can walk around all of Shell Beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a great location. Peaceful and close to a lot but far enough from the main downtown so it’s not loud. The heated pool was so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Kind owners, great room and the cute pool was a plus. The location is fantastic. Stunning views around the corner and walkable to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super cute and clean! I enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a cute and clean place. Had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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First time staying at Shell Beach Inn. Staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and cozy. Mexican restaurant and park within walking distance. We will be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I would definitely stay again. Comfy rooms with so many nice touches and unexpected extras like microwave popcorn and a jar od penny candy. Very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place!! Staff's very communicative and fast respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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cute little place, pool was warm and relaxing. Close to everything. Only downside was the walls are paper thin, we could hear little girl in room next to us running around , once she went to bed it was really quiet .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this hotel. Great area, great staff, very clean. I would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Experience. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was perfect! Absolutely cozy! Thank you so much! I highly recommend staying at the Shell Beach Inn!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s an ok spot , the staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location - 5 minute walk to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was amazing, the pool perfectly heated, and the daily walks to the beach heavenly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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This is a very cute place. Very close to beach. the office staff nice. Very loud highway right by it, but you don't hear after door is shut.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love this hotel! It is a small quaint hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love Shell Beach Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this place every time! No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was cozy, clean and perfect for our one night stay! We look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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