There's a lot visitors like about Pismo Beach, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like bird watching give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors while you're in town. Nature lovers can visit Monarch Butterfly Grove and Dinosaur Caves Park. A stop at other sights like Pismo State Beach and North Beach Campground will create memories.
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Apartments in Pismo Beach
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Oct 16 - Oct 18Top 5 hotels in Pismo Beach at a glance
- Oxford Suites Pismo Beach — 2.5-star hotel in 855634304. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach — 3.5-star hotel in Downtown Pismo Beach. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Best Western Casa Grande Inn — 2.5-star hotel in Pismo Beach. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
- Pacific Point Resort — 3-star hotel in Pismo Beach. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites — 2-star hotel in Downtown Pismo Beach. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
Apartments in Pismo Beach
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Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo BeachPismo Oaks
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Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo BeachArroyo Grande
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Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by HiltonDowntown Pismo Beach
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Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach-Pismo Beach Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach-Pismo Beach Area by IHGGrover Beach
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Hampton Inn & Suites Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach Area, CA
Hampton Inn & Suites Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach Area, CAArroyo Grande
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Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph CollectionDowntown Pismo Beach
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Top neighborhoods in Pismo Beach
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Downtown Pismo Beach
Downtown Pismo Beach wraps you in classic California beach magic with its iconic pier stretching into the Pacific. Stroll the bustling beachfront promenade where arcade games, surf shops, and oceanview restaurants create a lively vibe. The sandy shoreline offers volleyball courts and fire pits perfect for watching those jaw-dropping sunsets. You might spot local surfers catching waves while you dig your toes in the sand. Most attractions sit within a few blocks, making this area super walkable. Fresh seafood dominates the dining scene with clam chowder that'll make you want seconds. Beachfront hotels range from cozy to luxurious, all with that million-dollar ocean soundtrack included.
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Shell Beach
Shell Beach captivates with dramatic oceanfront bluffs and secluded sandy coves accessed by wooden staircases. The scenic bluff trails offer knockout sunset views while Dinosaur Caves Park delights with distinctive rock formations and clifftop picnic areas. Families and nature lovers flock to this peaceful coastal neighborhood for tide pool explorations and beach strolls away from bigger crowds. The dining scene features casual seafood spots where clam chowder and fish tacos reign supreme. Oceanfront vacation rentals and boutique inns make up most lodging options, many with private decks overlooking the Pacific. Getting around is easiest by car, though the coastal paths and residential streets are perfect for leisurely walks.
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Pismo Heights
Perched on the hillside above Pismo Beach, this quiet neighborhood serves up jaw-dropping ocean views that'll make your Instagram followers weep with envy. The peaceful residential vibe offers a perfect escape from the bustling beachfront scene below. When you're not mesmerized by Pacific panoramas, take a short drive to explore the natural trails of Pismo Preserve. Most homes feature vacation-rental amenities like hot tubs and spacious decks for perfect sunset viewing. You'll need wheels to get around these steep streets and reach downtown restaurants and shops. The trade-off for the climb? Uninterrupted coastal breezes and a tranquil atmosphere you won't find at beachside hotels.
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Pismo Beach's 855634304 neighborhood is home to attractions such as Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve.
Pacific Estates
Pismo Beach's Pacific Estates neighborhood offers attractions including Price Anniversary House.
Top landmarks in Pismo Beach
Pismo Beach Pier
9.2/10 (5,290 reviews)
Downtown Pismo Beach is home to Pismo Beach Pier, so why not stop by during your stay in Pismo Beach. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
The Spa at Dolphin Bay
7.8/10 (295 reviews)
If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at The Spa at Dolphin Bay located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from central Pismo Beach.
Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you want more pampering, Avila Hot Springs is nearby.
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
8.6/10 (1,556 reviews)
Monarch Butterfly Grove is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Pismo Beach, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve and Ramona Garden Park, both nearby.
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
8.4/10 (1,562 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Pismo Beach Premium Outlets in 855634304. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
Pismo Preserve
9.0/10 (16 reviews)
Pismo Preserve is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from central Pismo Beach, why not stop by during your stay.
Pismo Beach Surf Shop
8.8/10 (812 reviews)
Downtown Pismo Beach is home to Pismo Beach Surf Shop, so why not stop by during your stay in Pismo Beach. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
Price Anniversary House
7.8/10 (146 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Price Anniversary House— just one of the monuments in Pacific Estates. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
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Margo Dodd Park
8.2/10 (211 reviews)
Margo Dodd Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Shell Beach. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
Learn more about Pismo Beach
Beneath the iconic pier, surfers carve through waves while beachcombers hunt for the famous Pismo clam that gave this laid-back town its name. Rent an ATV to thunder across sprawling dunes, or explore tide pools teeming with starfish and sea anemones. The Monarch Butterfly Grove transforms into a fluttering orange spectacle each winter when thousands of delicate wings take refuge. After watching the sunset paint the Pacific, sample local seafood at oceanfront restaurants where clam chowder comes in sourdough bread bowls. For a perfect afternoon, grab a bottle from Sans Liege Wines and picnic at Pirates Cove, where the rugged coastline reveals hidden beaches accessible only to those willing to venture beyond the obvious.
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