Downtown Pismo Beach

Pismo Beach

Downtown Pismo Beach
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Pismo Beach Conference & Visitors Bureau
Pismo Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

Pismo Beach Pier showing fishing as well as a small group of people

Pismo Beach Pier

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.

Pismo Beach Pier
Monarch Butterfly Grove

Monarch Butterfly Grove

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Monarch Butterfly Grove
Pismo Preserve

Pismo Preserve

You can take time to visit Pismo Preserve during your travels to Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pismo Preserve
Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pirates Cove during your trip to Pismo Beach? Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Pirates Cove
Price Anniversary House

Price Anniversary House

Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach with a stop at Price Anniversary House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Price Anniversary House
Margo Dodd Park

Margo Dodd Park

After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Margo Dodd Park

Things to do

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour

CA $48
per traveller
Private Pismo Beach Audio Driving Tour
Salem Puzzling Adventure

San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure

CA $48
per traveller
San Luis Obispo Puzzling Adventure
No other surf school even comes close.

Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor

CA $226
per adult
Private Group Surfing Class, Pismo Beach California w Instructor
Freshly baked artisan breads.

SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks

CA $273
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SLO Downtown Hidden Gems Walking Food Tour 3 Hours with Drinks
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

CA $27
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour

San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour

CA $62
per adult
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
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Downtown Pismo Beach Hotel Deals

Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is CA $148 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $148
CA $169 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,226 reviews)
Great Stay
"Deluxe suite has full kitchen with toaster, plates, cups, pots, pans, utensils, drying rack for dishes, dish soap, sponge, paper towels. I would bring kitchen towels and measuring cups and spoons if you need them cause those were not in our kitchen."

Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2025

Edgewater Inn And Suites
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is CA $276 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $276
CA $316 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,409 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2025

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
490 Dolliver Street, Pismo Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $164 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
CA $164
CA $188 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Will stay again
"Walking distance to restaurants and beach"

Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2025

Pismo Beachwalker Inn & Suites
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
147 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is CA $320 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $320
CA $429 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (675 reviews)
"Beautiful property, central location!"

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2025

Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection
Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
601 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is CA $314 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $314
CA $360 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was nice. The cleaning service didn’t provide enough towels. When we arrived there was only one shower towel. No small ones. Once they wer replaced, we found a dirty one in our pile."

Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2025

Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
100 Ocean View Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
The price is CA $269 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
CA $269
CA $357 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (895 reviews)
"The staff was great and I like that it was a smaller property and it was quiet. Alas I the walk to down town was very close . The hot although it was small was a PLUS for me"

Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2025

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Pismo Beach

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Pismo Heights

While Pismo Heights isn't home to many top sights, Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Pier are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pismo Heights
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Shell Beach

Visitors to Shell Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Eldwayen Ocean Park is worth a stop.

Shell Beach
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Saint Andrews

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.

Saint Andrews
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South Palisades

South Palisades might not have many top sights, but The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South Palisades
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Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Avila Hot Springs and Pirates Cove.

Sunset Palisades

Downtown Pismo Beach

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