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Dolphin Cove Motel

2.0 star property
Beachside comfort, minutes from Pismo Beach Pier

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Located in Downtown Pismo Beach, Dolphin Cove Motel offers a relaxed beach vibe with a garden and snack bar/deli. Enjoy perks like free self parking, smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, barbecue grills and stay connected with in-room WiFi - previous guests rave about the beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 301 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Queen Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Ocean Front Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Two-Bedroom Suite With Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Map
170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629

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
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizmo Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Cove Motel

Motel near Pismo Beach Pier
A terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Dolphin Cove Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dolphin Cove Motel include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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

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

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 smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel
Dolphin Cove Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Hotel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel
Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel Pismo Beach

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 within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. Pismo Preserve and Sans Liege Wines are also within 10 minutes.

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Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1007 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

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and so close to everything. Definitely will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Some stuff was broke in the room but for the price it was ok. The front desk guy was rude though
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The maid service was incredible, the room was immaculate. We stayed in the 2 bedroom suite it was nice and spacious with an incredible view in both rooms .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Conveniently located to shopping, restaurants and of course the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Outside grills and right on the boardwalk / sand. Reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s so. nice to feel cared about by the staff. Gave us a free upgrade and the next day took time to say good morning and ask if we enjoyed our stay. I will definitely come back. Every room has a view. We had a microwave and mini fridge. Very convenient especially when you have so many restaurants within walking distance. Leftovers for lunch the next day or late night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Property was very clean, just at the beach. At the side of the Pier !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Soledad

O
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm sixty years old and the rooms at Dolphin Cove were the smallest I've ever encountered much less ever stayed in. So small that I question the legality of rooms that small
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

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

Fabulous family stay

The location is perfect, but the staff really makes the stay special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

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

8/10 Good

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very clean motel. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

XIONGQI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good Location, just few steps to the beach, with Excellent Service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

stefanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and view!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is nice great customer service and maid service. The location is very convenient for walking in Pismo and the beach. Overall a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location at the ocean, great beach and bluff walking. Super nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! I would definitely recommend this motel to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rosemary

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

excellent

If you are going for the beach and ocean, this motel is by far the best in all of pismo
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being right on the beach and boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience with our stay! They upgraded our room for free and it had a beautiful view. Within walking distance to everything and overall so convenient. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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