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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Shell Beach Inn

Shell Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Shell Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (465 reviews)
"wonderful and welcoming"
United States
Paloma
Shell Beach Inn
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Restaurant

The Palomar Inn

The Palomar Inn
2.0 star property
Shell Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (589 reviews)
"It’s very hard to check in with staff who doesn’t speak English and have to call someone who can translate for them and the staff "
United States
Lisa
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
The Palomar Inn
Bar (on property)

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (108 reviews)
"Clean Room, Helpful Staff, Breakfast, Evening Bar"
United States
Lesley
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Residence Inn by Marriott San Luis Obispo
Beach nearby

Blue Sail Inn

Blue Sail Inn
2.5 star property
28.6 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large room with everything you might need."
United States
Shelley
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Blue Sail Inn
Beach nearby

Dune Surfer Inn

Dune Surfer Inn
2.0 star property
7 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"Attentive staff, Quality Room, Awesome Price."
United States
David
Dune Surfer Inn
Restaurant

Inn At Morro Bay

Inn At Morro Bay
3.5 star property
26 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was great. We asked for towels and Evan (staff member) rushed to help us. Very quiet at the hotel. Nice comfy beds and the site was well maintained. We will be back. "
United States
Melissa
Inn At Morro Bay
Lobby

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
2.5 star property
6.6 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,217 reviews)
"Clean room, quiet, great staff."
United States
Tim
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
Breakfast and dinner served, beach views

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.4 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,605 reviews)
"Everything was clean and the staff was excellent"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Property grounds

The Landing at Morro Bay

The Landing at Morro Bay
2.0 star property
28.5 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"I would stay here again."
United States
Anne
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
The Landing at Morro Bay
Exterior

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,441 reviews)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Spyglass Inn
View from property

Bay View Inn

Bay View Inn
2.5 star property
28.7 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, location, and staff. It met my expectations."
United States
Patricia
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Bay View Inn
Front of property

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront

Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront
2.5 star property
29 km from Shell Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"nice manager- great location"
United States
Katy
Bayfront Inn at the Waterfront
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn
3.5 star property
12.5 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,372 reviews)
"Nice room, clean, friendly staff. "
United States
Roxana
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Madonna Inn
2 Queen Designer

Hotel Avanti

Hotel Avanti
2.5 star property
30.3 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (301 reviews)
"Super friendly staff who gave great scenic suggestions! Rooms were AMAZING and location was safe."
United States
Grace
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hotel Avanti
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually furnished

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites

456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
28.1 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful location & hotel "
United States
harry
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
456 Embarcadero Inn & Suites
On the beach

Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Shell Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,714 reviews)
"Stunning view, great walking areas, solid breakfast, loved the swings! Super happy with my stay."
United States
Benjamin
The price is €183
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Inn at the Cove
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA

Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
2.0 star property
30.1 km from Shell Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Our stay was awesome, clean, safe, friendly!"
United States
Saul
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Motel 6 Morro Bay, CA
Terrace/patio

SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach, 3.5 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (983 reviews)
"The Room very clean, property well maintained, and staff very professional"
United States
Michael
The price is €239
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
Property entrance

Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, customer service, overall just a good place to stay at and it’s close to the hot springs,"
United States
George
Avila Village Inn
Restaurant

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
3.0 star property
29.3 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"Food was really good!"
United States
Stephenie
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
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Where to stay in Shell Beach

Find the best Shell Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Pismo Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

Beautiful colourful summer sunset behind the valley of the San Luis Obispo Bay, viewed from South Palisades Park in Pismo Beach, California

Sunset Palisades

While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pismo Beach Sunset

Pismo Heights

Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.

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If you're spending some time in 855634304, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Pacific Estates

Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove.

Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Madonna Inn

Madonna Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Super friendly staff, clean rooms and facilities with beautiful scenery and DELICIOUS restaurant! "
Beth 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Madonna Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Consider a visit to Eldwayen Ocean Park as part of your Shell Beach travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Shell Beach?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Shell Beach Inn is the highest ranked property in Shell Beach. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is The Palomar Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Shell Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Pismo Beach, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 31 Shell Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Shell Beach.
What are the top things to see and do in Shell Beach?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Shell Beach with a visit to Dinosaur Caves Park and Margo Dodd Park. A visit to Eldwayen Ocean Park is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Shell Beach include Pismo Preserve, The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop. Sans Liege Wines and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Pismo Beach.

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