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The Palomar Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Pismo Beach Pier in Pismo Beach

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Restaurant
Reception

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Place, Pismo Preserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Spa at Dolphin Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior

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About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

Shell Beach stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Shell Beach motel, you'll find Eldwayen Ocean Park and Margo Dodd Park. Also, Dinosaur Caves Park is within half a mile (1 km) and The Spa at Dolphin Bay is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pismo Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Avila Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blast & Brew - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Palomar Inn

Motel near Pismo Beach Pier in Pismo Beach
As a guest of The Palomar Inn, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Palomar Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Pismo Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
The Palomar Inn offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive lockbox information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 100 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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 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
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Palomar Inn
Palomar Inn Pismo Beach
Palomar Pismo Beach
The Palomar Inn Motel
The Palomar Inn Pismo Beach
The Palomar Inn Motel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Palomar Inn to the airport?

The Palomar Inn is 10.2 mi (14-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 The Palomar Inn?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palomar Inn on Oct 28, 2025 start from $66.49, 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 The Palomar Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Palomar Inn.

How close is The Palomar Inn to the beach?

This motel is 5 mi (12-min drive) from Avila Beach and 1.8 mi (3-min drive) from Pismo State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Palomar Inn offer free breakfast?

The Palomar Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Palomar Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Central Coast Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Palomar Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Palomar Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Palomar Inn have a pool?

The Palomar Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Palomar Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Palomar Inn to downtown Pismo Beach?

The Palomar Inn is 2.2 mi away from Pismo Beach.

Reviews

The Palomar Inn Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 576 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 576 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 576 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 576 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 576 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shawna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Albert

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

8/10 Good

Sheila

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a pretty good place stay! Nice coffee shop right next door! Wall are thin but not to much noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

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

6/10 Okay

Deanna

Disliked: Staff & service
Towels had stains Water pressure was terrible Throw pillow on bed was obviously dirty Dust on walls
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our bathroom sink would not drain - staff came and jammed a rod down the sink, and caused it to leak all over the floor. They said it was "slow" to drain. We demanded a refund and got Management confirmation of a refund. We had to book a different hotel and move. It was a disaster.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel was perfect! Close to the freeway, walking distance to restaurants, the beach and very close to Pismo Beach and SLO. There was a great coffee shop right next-door. The hotel itself was adequate. It was nice having an extra bedroom since there was four of us. It could definitely use some updates, but overall, we were very satisfied. I would definitely recommend more hooks and/or towel bars. Also, it would be nice to have a nightstand on both sides of the bed. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we love this place.... we stay often
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I espescially loved coming out of my room and peering up at the gigantic pismo mountian ranged.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

ADRIANNA

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

Clean and complete

This room was very clean. Took less than 2 minutes to check in. No fuss. Needed a room for overnight stay for the classic car show. This place did not disappoint. Had everything you need. Great coffee shop next door.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nidia

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

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

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

6/10 Okay

Alaric, coalinga

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the price. Rooms are very basic and customer service is non-existent. But I paid half the price of most hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Good little stay

Good stay over night, it’s small and parking is small too but it was clean. Perfect for one! Coffee shop right next door and restaurants to walk to as well as just a few blocks to view the Ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Traveled with partner
It gets the job done. It’s a room to sleep and clean up in. Clean and fine. No frills. Our door was broken, we couldn’t get ahold of anyone beforehand, the owners are friendly, helpful and the surrounding area is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jade

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed for one night but it was in a good location and quaint. The separate room was a nice touch for my children.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dolores

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, brewery restaurant close by, and nice walk to tye beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025