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4.1 out of 5

"Housekeepers are noisy and loud talking on the hallway early and the morning. It woke me up and I got bothered " More

By a verified traveler on Tue 02 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

Beachfront hotel near Pismo Beach Pier

On the beach

A stay at this Downtown Pismo Beach hotel places you steps from Pismo Beach Pier and within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach. Also, Monarch Butterfly Grove is within 2 miles (3 km) and Avila Hot Springs is within 6 miles (10 km).

Beachfront dining

This hotel features a restaurant, a rooftop terrace, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a terrace are also offered.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Traditional 2 Queens)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$201* Per night/room May 2 - May 3

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial View 2 Queens)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Deluxe 2 Queens with Patio or Balcony)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Partial View King)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach ratings based on 15 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Everyone (6) Couples (2) Family (5)
3 out of 5
Housekeepers are noisy and loud talking on the hallway early and the morning. It woke me up and I got bothered

Posted by , from CAMARILLO on Apr 2, 2024

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Apr 2, 2024 by Brigette, Guest Services Supervisor

We sincerely apologize for the disturbance caused by our housekeeping team. Your comfort is our priority, and we will address this issue promptly with our housekeeping staff to ensure a quieter and more peaceful experience for all our guests. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We hope to welcome you back with a more peaceful experience in the future.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 1, 2024

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Apr 2, 2024 by Brigette, Guest Services Supervisor

Thank you for taking the time rate us! We are glad you had a good stay and we hope to welcome you back soon!

4 out of 5
Love the Deck on the 3rd floor.

Posted by on Sep 7, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 8, 2023 by Nicole, Assistant General Manager

Thank you once again for choosing our Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach. Your appreciation means the world to us, and we sincerely look forward to being of service to you on your next visit! Until then, take care and have a fantastic time ahead!

5 out of 5
everything was great , would stay here again .

Posted by on Aug 30, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 30, 2023 by Sandcastle Team

Thank you so much for your positive review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon.

5 out of 5
Great on the beach. Great walking path near restaurants easy walking distance. Nice comfortable rooms. Helpful staff

Posted by on Aug 9, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 11, 2023 by Sandcastle Team

Thank you so much for your positive review! So happy to hear you were pleased with our hotel and our friendly staff. We are so glad you had such a great stay and hope to see you again!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 3, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 23, 2023 by Sandcastle Team

Thank you so much for a positive review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay here. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 29, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 21, 2023 by Nicole, Assistant General Manager

We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay! We aim to please and look forward to hosting you again!

5 out of 5
Love the access to the beach, surrounding areas , and fire pits

Posted by on May 27, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 29, 2023 by Sandcastle Team

Thank you so much for the positive. Happy to hear that you were able to take advantage of our fire pits. We hope to see you again soon!

2 out of 5
Don’t let the online pictures fool you. We were so excited to stay here. Online check in was easy. But when we got our key we were sent to a detached old hotel. If I would have known that we would not have stayed here. We should have been told. I tried to get moved but they said they were booked. Maybe these pictures should also be included on the website!! We paid $20 for parking and we could have parked on the street for free! That’s where are room was! Wouldn’t recommend or come back!!

Posted by on Apr 30, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 5, 2023 by Front Desk Supervisor

Thank you so much for your review. I sincerely apologize for your experience, this is not the level of service we are accustomed to providing on a daily basis. We appreciate you taking the time to show us what we can be doing better

2 out of 5
I was disappointed with the room given. From the site I understood the room would have ocean view but for over $350 per night, I received the last handicap room with the view of the road.

Posted by , from Vernon Hills on Apr 18, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 20, 2023 by James Davison - General Manager

Thank you for taking time to share your experience with us. I checked your reservation and the room you booked was a standard room and not an oceanfront or partial view room which is why you did not have a view of the water. I do apologize for any confusion you had during your booking process but we did put you in the room you had reserved. For future reservations with views, please check the rooms that have Oceanfront or Partial View in their descriptions. We do hope we get another chance to have you as a guest here in the future.

About the Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Location 100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA 93449

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach also features a rooftop terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-out. For a fee, parking is available. This Pismo Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Grover Beach Station (2.8 km / 1.8 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach offers 75 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • IPod dock
  • LED television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

The Deck - This beachfront bistro serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Segway rental/tour nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include window guards

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10–30 for adults, and USD 10–30 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Sandcastle Inn
  • Sandcastle Inn Pismo Beach
  • Sandcastle Pismo Beach
  • Sandcastle Hotel Pismo Beach
  • Sandcastle Hotel Beach Pismo Beach
  • Sandcastle Hotel Beach
  • Sandcastle Beach Pismo Beach
  • Sandcastle Beach
  • Sandcastle On The Pismo
  • Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Hotel
  • Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Pismo Beach
  • Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Hotel Pismo Beach

You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.