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The Palomar Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Pismo Beach

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Nestled in Shell Beach, The Palomar Inn offers a tranquil retreat with a picturesque garden and sunny terrace. Unwind with laundry facilities, connect to WiFi in public areas, and take advantage of barbecue grills for an impromptu gathering. Helpful staff have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (9)

  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY466
CNY656 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

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
  • 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
  • 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eldwayen Ocean Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Margo Dodd Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dinosaur Caves Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 1 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 30 min drive
  • Grover Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo Station - 17 min drive
  • Guadalupe Station - 23 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

When you stay at The Palomar Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Pismo Beach Pier and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Guests will receive lockbox information
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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

Does The Palomar Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Palomar Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Palomar Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Palomar Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Palomar Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Palomar Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Central Coast Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Palomar Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Palomar Inn like?

The Palomar Inn is a short 11-minute walk from Margo Dodd Park and 6 minutes' walk from Eldwayen Ocean Park. Travelers love the motel's prime location.

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The Palomar Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Bed
Coffee shop
Beach
Ocean
Restaurant
Shower
Walking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great property! Would recommend!
Victoria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a pretty good place stay! Nice coffee shop right next door! Wall are thin but not to much noise.
Sheila, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Basic stay...no frills. Too expensive on the weekends. Nice staff...friendly. very clean and comfortable bed. Close to restaurants.
Sara, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Athena, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Towels had stains Water pressure was terrible Throw pillow on bed was obviously dirty Dust on walls
Deanna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
ADRIANNA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel and atmosphere. Very close to the beach, and a very comfortable stay.
Dumaka, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I arrived late and they were helpful.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

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.
Michael, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

convenient location for dining and beach access
Andy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location!
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and a great location
sherry, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small and quiet and location! Owners very nice!
Sherry, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quick and easy check in :)
marcella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place small and quiet
Taylor, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Only about 10 rooms. Very limited parking, one night i had ro park on the street--but it was easy and very secure.
Joseph, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Just overnight, close to the ocean. Weather here is good.
Cathy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
ashok, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Misti K, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean and update. Air conditioner remote was confusing - could use instructions. Walls are thin so you can hear the room next to you but it was very quiet at night.
Kate, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Christina, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Bad people
Mike, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was ALRIGHT. We stayed close to their outdoor seating area and some other visitors were out until 11pm smoking weed and listening to loud rap music. I called the front desk multiple times and no answer. I went to the office and the older Indian couple acted like they couldn’t do anything about it. The AC in the room was very weak and didn’t really push out cold air even on the highest setting. I was ok I guess. Could have have much much better.
David, 1-night trip