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Dolphin Cove Motel

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

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629
  • Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • 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

  • 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

  • 250 sq ft
  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 3239 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 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 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Boardroom Beer Pub - ‬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.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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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. 526 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was great! The beds were a little soft for our liking, but it was close and convenient to everything. The view was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I wanted to like this unique looking property.... but it was just ok. As we were carrying our bags into our room a dog ran in (to our room) and owner had to call it back out. It seems like they put us in a pet area, since we saw other dogs in hallway. Room was fairly clean Shower had very low pressure. Towels are horrible - wouldn't absorb moisture. Heater/Ac unit is old - so its either all constant heat or ac. Area was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When you book a room with an ocean view, it's a bit deceiving. If you're on ground level, you mostly see carsin the parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

GLENDA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place. Small, close to food, shopping, and the ocean. Can't wait to book again. For me personally the bed was to hard but I will bring pad next time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

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

Great Staff!

The staff at Dolphin Cove are so friendly! The hotel is definitely on the older side but can’t beat the value and closeness to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edna

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

8/10 Good

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staff. What else could you ask for. Oh it very reasonably priced. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved that it’s on the beach and close to everything! The only complaint I have is there’s no windows that you can open except the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked it for my parents trip and they both liked it there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right by the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, tulare

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

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

Ocean view

Location is perfect, we often stay at this place, staff are nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time staying here..easy check in, pleasant staff..ocean is steps away, so is the pier! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is absolutely amazing beachfront/steps from the pier/walking distance to downtown and even with the amazing location, Jimmy at check-in managed to be the best part of the visit. We are already planning our next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty along with the shower. Cobwebs and dusty. Not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025