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The Palomar Inn

2.0 star property
Pismo Beach motel in Shell Beach with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Margo Dodd Park
    11 min walk
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay
    2 min drive
  • Pismo State Beach
    3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    14 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

In-room dining

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

In-room dining

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Pismo Beach

At The Palomar Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Margo Dodd Park and Dinosaur Caves Park. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Shell Beach motel include Pismo Beach Pier and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.
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What's nearby

  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pismo Preserve - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Avila Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morenos Taqueria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cool Cat Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Palomar Inn

Pismo Beach motel in Shell Beach with free parking
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 members are 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 bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

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 aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Palomar Inn?

The Palomar Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Palomar Inn?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palomar Inn on 12 Dec 2024 start from AU$124.35, including 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.

Is parking available at The Palomar Inn?

Yep, The Palomar Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Palomar Inn?

The closest beach to The Palomar Inn is Pismo State Beach (4.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Palomar Inn?

No, The Palomar Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Palomar Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Palomar Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 506 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 506 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 506 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 506 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 506 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place to stay. Came with 3 adults and lived being able to shut a door between the 2 beds. Nothing extra. For example: Keurig but no k cup coffee pods. Fridge and microwave, but no safe. Lots of outlets, but some are exposed ( I will post pictures). Nice bathroom but dingey shower curtain. Doors between rooms were very thin. All in all, the lady upfront was nice and to the point. Would stay here again. Location was wonderful. Several restaurants and cafes within a 5 minute walk. Parking was free and plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service & communication. Helped us when we showed up early. The place is cute and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

marcella

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

2/10 Terrible

melody

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well the pictures were completely deceiving. The Palomar Inn had a 7.4 good rating, the cost was right in the middle of Pismo Beach hotels. I thought it was odd when I checked in and there wasn't a deposit or any other amenities. When I opened the door I was in complete shock. The furniture looked like it came from a garage sell. The TV was mounted on top of white mini refrigerator, sheets had stains, the towels were gray and I when washed my hands and the sink wouldn't drain! I called Expedia the first person said sorry I can't do anything but I'll give you $50 credit. The hotel owner called me on my cellphone and started yelling at me calling me a liar. I went to the front desk the little old lady who looked scared of her shadow put the male owner on phone who also yelled at me even though I was showing him pictures of the room. After another 90 minutes sending pictures Expedia agreed to give me $200 of my $313 back. By now it was after 9 and dark. We proceeded to drive for a hour driving down 101 frantically calling hotels. At 10pm I found a room in King City. What did I learn: 1. Never book with Expedia 2. The Palomar Inn is worse than a slum and 3. Always get trip insurance!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dumaka

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Noella G

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will be back
Dog friendly in a great great location and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda, Santa Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Kami

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Only good here to sleep…
There are pros and cons to this place. Pros, bed was comfortable and location is walking distance to beach. Cons, not the cleanest, bathroom and room are super small. Can’t even walk around without bumping into things. Zero counter space in bathroom, no full length mirror and shower is barely large enough for a child. Nice people but won’t be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room wasn't very clean when we got there. I complained and they cleaned it right away. The door to the room was very hard to open you had to put your whole body in it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Josh, Bakersfield

Liked: Staff & service
We have stayed here multiple times...they are inexpensive and usually have clean rooms.. This time the bed was obviously not changed, which brought some suspicion..but the changed it when asked and the rest of the stay was normal...if you are looking for nice, this is not it but clean and cheap usually.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Nice basic room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024