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Dolphin Cove Motel

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Close to Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach, Dolphin Cove Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dark wooden headboard, white pillows, a plaid bedspread, and bedside lamps.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, and a nightstand with a remote control.

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue bedspread and white pillows. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a small tray.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dark wooden headboard, white pillows, a plaid bedspread, and bedside lamps.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Dolphin Cove Motel is in Downtown Pismo Beach, a neighborhood in Pismo Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pismo State Beach and Avila Hot Springs. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alex G. Spanos Stadium or Robert A. Mott Athletics Center. Visit our Pismo Beach travel guide
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170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629

What's nearby

  • A coastal city at sunset with a pier extending into the ocean, a lit-up waterfront, and a backdrop of mountains.
    Pismo Beach Pier
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A sunset over a calm body of water with silhouettes of people and birds.
    Pismo State Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A fenced area with cacti, a blue building with a sign, and a car parked on the street.
    Pismo Beach Surf Shop
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A parking lot with several cars, palm trees, and a building with a sign that reads "Polo's Restaurant".
    Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A cluster of butterflies on a tree branch.
    Monarch Butterfly Grove
    3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station
    9 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old West Cinnamon Rolls
    3 min walk
  • 7-Eleven
    9 min walk
  • Wooly's
    2 min walk
  • Splash Café Pismo Beach
    2 min walk
  • Pequin Coastal Cocina
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Built in 1938
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Cove Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Cove Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Pismo Beach motel is just steps from Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. Sans Liege Wines and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Stunning beach view, comfortable beds and a very safe feeling community
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was super clean easy beach access quiet beautiful view literally close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable bed friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff in front office manager was extremely helpful and the location is perfect! The room was clean with everything that is needed! I will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice enough place with an amazing location. Reasonable pricing for a great ocean view
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location good price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location could not be better! Walkable to the downtown shops and restaurants plus hotel is attached to the pier and directly on the beach! Parking is super easy and right outside the room. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I upgraded to an oceanfront suite which was totally worth it. Great stay overall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love that this property is so close to the beach. And that they added portable AC units in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
Plenty of free parking. Near the pier. Can hear he ocean waves with the door open.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location — close to the beach and an easy walk to downtown Pismo Beach. Staff were friendly and helpful. One important heads-up: not all rooms have air conditioning, and our room got quite hot in the afternoon. If AC matters to you, confirm your room has it before booking. Good value for the location, just know what you're getting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Thin walls and noisy neighbors.Place was clean and close to restaurants and run efficiently
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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it is a great go to for an overnight stay, maybe two nights. The rooms are very clean, and the property is well maintained. The standard rooms are small but perfect for a couple with a small bag for overnight. You are paying for the location for sure
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We liked everything the bed was so comfortable very clean room. Nice view of the ocean cool breeze. Liked the walk way for dinner it was great. Thanks for the upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Thank goodness for their amenities. Every room has a beach view. Which is great but the sun was brutal. We picked a bad time to go. It was hot the weekend we stayed and luckily they have at least portable air conditioning. Not many properties have air conditioning at the coast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was so clean, quiet, peaceful and the ocean view was amazing! The man that checked me in was so sweet and helpful. This place was like my bedroom away from home. I will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is always friendly. The location is perfect. Walking distance to shops and beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable and functional room. Kind staff. And very well located!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The view was great. I loved the location. Everything is near by and the beach is steps away. The only thing that was not working for us was I wished we would have had AC. There was 3 fans and it did not keep the room cool. The big window faces the afternoon sun and it was very hot. AC would have made the difference. I saw some rooms did have AC
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Michael was so helpful and friendly. You can’t beat the location and price. Rooms are small but beds comfortable and all our time was spent at the beach. walking distance to restaurants shopping etc. Thanks great team there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and proximity to everything!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean and staff was accommodating when I requested to move too a downstairs room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel was clean, quilts were soft, nice to have parking and be able to walk to beach- owner very kind- let us keep car in lot a while after checkout to enjoy beach- daughter missed having a full length mirror.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026