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The Palomar Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Pismo Beach with free parking

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The Palomar Inn in Shell Beach offers a peaceful escape with a beautiful garden and sun-soaked terrace. Guests enjoy on-site laundry, WiFi in common areas, and barbecue grills. Visitors consistently praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

What's nearby

  • Pismo Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 1 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Avila Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 6 min drive - 4.8 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
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blast & Brew - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Palomar Inn

Motel near Avila Hot Springs
Consider a stay at The Palomar Inn and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and barbecue grills
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Palomar Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

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

  • 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

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is The Palomar Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per night and a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Palomar Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

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 is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Palomar Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Palomar Inn located?

Located in Shell Beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Eldwayen Ocean Park, Margo Dodd Park, and Dinosaur Caves Park. The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo State Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Palomar Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 581 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 581 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 581 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 581 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 581 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was little crowded! But overall room was nice and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Keurig didnt work, window wouldn’t open, and walls are thin. Room is clean, except floors are not. Otherwise the stay is pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

pedro

Liked: Amenities
Big room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

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

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic stay...no frills. Too expensive on the weekends. Nice staff...friendly. very clean and comfortable bed. Close to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quite & safe

Quite & safe. Restaurant within walking distance. Walk down the street( no sidewalk)to a very nice sidewalk along the cliffs above ocean, a small park area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 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

8/10 Good

ADRIANNA

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

8/10 Good

Jade

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

Dumaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel and atmosphere. Very close to the beach, and a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I arrived late and they were helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

6/10 Okay

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness
convenient location for dining and beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Quiet and a great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Amenities
Small and quiet and location! Owners very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quick and easy check in :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place small and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Only about 10 rooms. Very limited parking, one night i had ro park on the street--but it was easy and very secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just overnight, close to the ocean. Weather here is good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

ashok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

About right for the price.

Pretty good for a 2* motel. Recently renovated. Near the beach. You can tell its an aging place. As with all places in California its overpriced for what it is.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon

A cute little place right in town. Just a 10 min walk to the most gorgeous sunset location. Margo Todd Park. They had eye makeup remover to save those towels … smart. Hairdryer included which I find is not the common thing still in less expensive places. I would recommend staying here and would definitely stay again if I’m the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misti K

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

Cute and easy

I was reading reviews and I’m not sure if they are under construction but from what I read to what we experienced was totally different and in a great way. Cute little room for our one night stay and just the two of us. Super close to the beach. Needs curtains! We had a well lit room with lights off and blinds closed. Other than that it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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