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Dolphin Cove Motel

2.0 star property
Beachfront motel near Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area

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Courtyard
Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(60 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 3239 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

On the beach.A stay at this Downtown Pismo Beach motel places you steps from Pismo Beach Pier and within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach. Sans Liege Wines and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pismo Beach Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pismo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hot Shots Family Entertainment Center - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Cove Motel

Beachfront motel near Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at Dolphin Cove Motel. Free self parking is available.

This Pismo Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1938
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Dolphin Cove Motel offers 21 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Cove Motel to the airport?

Dolphin Cove Motel is 8.7 mi (17-min drive) away from the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Cove Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dolphin Cove Motel.

How close is Dolphin Cove Motel to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Cove Motel offer free breakfast?

Dolphin Cove Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Cove Motel?

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

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Cove Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Dolphin Cove Motel have a pool?

Dolphin Cove Motel does not have a pool.

Does Dolphin Cove Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Dolphin Cove Motel to downtown Pismo Beach?

Dolphin Cove Motel is 0.1 mi away from Pismo Beach.

Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1016 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got room 8 which was on a corner and it had good views and we loved that we didn’t have to move our car to go to the pier because the pier was just around the corner. The room was clean and had extra blankets and pillows. It was a bit noisy from the people upstairs and there was also another noise that was very present, probably from the restaurant next store. Overall good hotel but if you like privacy then this is not the place because there are people walking past at all times, we had to close our curtains because people kept looking inside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Traveled with partner
The location is great right next to the beach and walking distance to restaurants, etc The negative is- very small room, no AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to beach,needs windows that can open doors with screens.AC does not work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexias

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View is amazing, the rooms were pretty decent. The patio area was a plus. Michael in the office was friendly and helpful and our check in and check out was quite fast. 5stars from me
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dolphin Cove Motel is right on the sand by the Pismo Beach Pier, yet is affordable. My room was nice. The bed was comfortable. The bathroom was clean. The TV worked. The hotel itself was low key with a retro surf vibe. I will definitely stay there again next time I go to Pismo.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Staff & service

Million dollar view

This place has a million dollar view! It’s an older property with a little bit of a funky smell but view and location are perfect. If you want top of the line you can pay 10 times more down the street, but for the price you can’t beat this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My FAVORITE IN PISMO!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the ocean (stayed on 2nd floor). Lots of restaurants, shops within walking distance. Walked out on the pier, was good weather. Nice clean room, friendly staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

marjorie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Having at least two rooms that were shower handicap accessible would be even better than just one room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025