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Blue Seal Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Pismo Beach Pier in Pismo Beach

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Queen Bed, Non-Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance
Air conditioning
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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230 Dolliver St, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Bed, Non-Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 3 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Pismo Beach motel, you'll find Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets. Monarch Butterfly Grove and North Beach Campground are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pismo State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Price Anniversary House - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wooly's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cool Cat Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Blue Seal Inn

Motel near Pismo Beach Pier in Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn offers its guests limo service. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Pismo Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Car service
  • No smoking on site
Blue Seal Inn offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and fans. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Pismo Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Blue Seal Inn
Blue Seal Inn Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Pismo Beach
Seal Inn
Blue Seal Hotel Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn Motel
Blue Seal Inn Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn Motel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Seal Inn to the airport?

Blue Seal Inn is 8.7 mi (11-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Seal Inn?

As of Aug 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Seal Inn on Sep 5, 2025 start from $191.25, excluding 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.

Does Blue Seal Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Seal Inn.

How close is Blue Seal Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 5-minute walk from Pismo State Beach and 1 mi (7-min drive) from North Beach Campground. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Seal Inn offer free breakfast?

Blue Seal Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Seal Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Central Coast Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Blue Seal Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Blue Seal Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Seal Inn have a pool?

Blue Seal Inn does not have a pool.

Does Blue Seal Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Blue Seal Inn to downtown Pismo Beach?

Blue Seal Inn is 0.3 mi away from Pismo Beach.

Blue Seal Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 529 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 529 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 529 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 105 out of 529 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 155 out of 529 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Beds were not clean an
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet hidden gem

I took a solo trip to pismo after splitting up with my significant other of almost 8 years. I had stayed at this hotel in the past and found it to be pretty close to the pier. It is situated in an established part of pismo, but I found it to be safe and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elver

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terri

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

toxic air freshner

I would like a refund and the air in the room was to toxic to breath. Room was left i conditon found, nothing was used.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price definitely a good option. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleazar W

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleazar W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Staff & service

Great location

Good for the price and better for the location. 5 minute walk to the beach great area. Only issue was a broken bathroom window with pieces still stuck inside the window. Bathroom was a bit outdated and moldy but for the location and price... you be the judge :) I'd stay again tbh. I might bring my own cleaning stuff though and a area heater.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect little spot, walking distance to everything Pismo has to offer yet still quiet surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Moldy bathroom

Manager was very nice at check in. Room wasn’t horrible but bathroom was disgusting. There was mold on the ceiling and all over the bottom of the shower curtain which makes me think that it doesn’t get changed between guests. The bathroom had no ventilation (which is most likely the cause of the mold) other than a small window that had no screen. I’ve stayed at blue seal before (a different room) and it was not nasty like this one was. I doubt I’ll stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ronny

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

not the worst but its okay for a night

the staff at checkin and check out were super amazing friendly and nice. the room we were in #15 its a super basic room PROS: the bed was comfortable. there was a microwave, mini fridge and table with two chairs also a tv. The towels seemed pretty new. The parking lot is easy to park in. CONS: the mini fridge door dragged on the ground making it hard to open and close. the room needs a deep clean and maintenance. the walls need painting as you can see were repairs were done and instead of using wall color its now a hige spot of white paint. the faucet in the bathroom is super loose to the point of needing repair. all the walls and door jams are horribly dirty. the floor was however super clean as well as the shower. This hotel was great for a night at 145.00 in mid oct.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

virginia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible customer service. Completely unresponsive and lies. They said there was a room available and no one was there when I arrived with a No Vacancy sign on the door. I traveled 200 miles for lies. Don't know how they are in business!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
over all good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

William

A few sachets of shampoo but no soap or body wash. No cups or glasses in the room and no coffee maker. Plus no TV guide on the channel numbers. And no way to work out how to turn on the AC. Overall a very basic and sterile room lacking in the usual amenities. We will not be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Très petite chambre, lit inconfortable, pas de place pour poser les bagages de façon pratique, aucun verre pour boire même en plastique, serviettes qui laissent à désirer, piscine vide, pas de machine à glace etc. La seule bonne chose est l’emplacement de l’hôtel, très près de la plage et du pier. Secteur tranquille et sécuritaire. Dommage pour le reste.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was excellent. Staff very friendly. Upon entry to room, it smelt dank. We went to local store and got cleaning stuff and cleaned the bathroom and entire floor of hotel, fortunately it was a tile floor. I am positive those floors haven't been mopped in a long time. Bathroom door hinges were loose and had to lift door to get to close. The toilet seat was loose and moved around when you sat on it. Once properly cleaned, our stay was nice and being so local to beach, food and stores was excellent. I think the cleaning part should be more thorough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Annette

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024