Blue Seal Inn
US$95
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$95
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Blue Seal Inn average US$85 in the cheapest month (December) and US$247 in the most expensive month (January), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$247 |
| February | US$208 |
| March | US$96 |
| April | US$105 |
| May | US$180 |
| June | US$135 |
| July | US$157 |
| August | US$131 |
| September | US$95 |
| October | US$115 |
| November | US$100 |
| December | US$85 |
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Most expensive: January (~US$247)
Cheapest: December (~US$85)
About this property
This smoke-free motel offers wheelchair access.
Amenities
This smoke-free motel offers wheelchair access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include limo/town car service and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Blue Seal Inn, you'll be centrally located in Pismo Beach, a short 8-minute walk from Pismo Beach Pier and 15 minutes by foot from Pismo Beach Premium Outlets. This motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Monarch Butterfly Grove and 1 mi (1.6 km) from North Beach Campground.
What's nearby
Pismo Beach Surf Shop(0.2 Miles)
Pismo State Beach(0.3 Miles)
Pismo Beach Pier(0.4 Miles)
Sans Liege Wines(0.4 Miles)
Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop(0.6 Miles)
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets(0.8 Miles)
Monarch Butterfly Grove(0.8 Miles)
Pismo Preserve(0.9 Miles)
North Beach Campground(1 Miles)
Price Anniversary House(1.1 Miles)
Pismo Lake Ecological Reserve(1.3 Miles)
Pismo Beach Golf Course(1.4 Miles)
Central Coast Casino(1.6 Miles)
Dinosaur Caves Park(2 Miles)
Ramona Garden Park(2.1 Miles)
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)(8.7 Miles)
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)(24.7 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Room service
Housekeeping
Golf course (nearby)
Location
230 Dolliver Street, Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach, California, United States of America
Pismo Beach Surf Shop (0.2 Miles)
Pismo State Beach (0.3 Miles)
Pismo Beach Pier (0.4 Miles)
Sans Liege Wines (0.4 Miles)
Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop (0.6 Miles)
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets (0.8 Miles)
Room options
24
Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
10
Suite, 3 Queen Beds
Room details
3× Large Double Beds
Sleeps 6
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
13
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
18
Two Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews
6.9
Pleasant
Based on 1,055 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
36%
Family
41%
Group
13%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Blue Seal Inn, reviewers describe a budget stay with a very convenient walk-to-the-beach location, but mixed experiences overall, citing inconsistent cleanliness and uneven service that ranges from friendly help to difficult or unavailable check-in.
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What guests think
At Blue Seal Inn, reviewers describe a budget stay with a very convenient walk-to-the-beach location, but mixed experiences overall, citing inconsistent cleanliness and uneven service that ranges from friendly help to difficult or unavailable check-in.
Facilities are basic, with multiple reports of the pool being closed and no breakfast or coffee provided. Rooms feel worn and minimal, with thin walls, broken or missing items, and limited amenities, though some guests found the beds comfortable. Expect a simple place best suited to short, low-cost stays.
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Facilities
Facilities are limited: several reviews note the pool is closed or under repair and there is no breakfast or coffee. Parking is available but can be limited, and ice machines were unavailable or broken in some cases.
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Cynthia
5 Jun 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
I was disappointed because property manager tried to run my credit card earlier before my checkin time. When I specifically asked to pay at property. I had to pull over several times before arriving to Pismo to give him my card number. Which my bank declined because they thought it was fraud. I had to make a new reservation and cancel my old one with Expedia. Then parking was limited because he was letting other people that were not staying at hotel pay to park there cars there. So there was no parking for customer with reservation. No smoke alarm and no safety latch in room.
I was disappointed because property manager tried to run my credit card earlier before my checkin time. When I specifically asked to pay at property. I had to pull over several times before arriving to Pismo to give him my card number. Which my bank declined because they thought it was fraud. I had to make a new reservation and cancel my old one with Expedia. Then parking was limited because he was letting other people that were not staying at hotel pay to park there cars there. So there was no parking for customer with reservation. No smoke alarm and no safety latch in room.
6
Christian
25 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
4
Ernestine
24 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room wasn’t ready at 3 had to sit n my car and wait and ice machine was broken and shower head was filled with soap scum
Room wasn’t ready at 3 had to sit n my car and wait and ice machine was broken and shower head was filled with soap scum
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John
17 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
There were no lamps on the nightstands. Only light in the bedrooms provided by one bulb in the ceiling. Sink area had no countertop no place for women replace their cosmetic bags or anything else. No tissues in the room no toilet paper holder in the bathroom. Only two towels available. Combination shampoo and conditioner packets were extremely difficult to tear open. It was a large gap under the front door which allowed cold air to stream in at night. Booked a queen bed but was given a full size. Way overpriced it more than $330. Probably deserved some credit on my bill as a result. Swimming pool was drained needed work.
There were no lamps on the nightstands. Only light in the bedrooms provided by one bulb in the ceiling. Sink area had no countertop no place for women replace their cosmetic bags or anything else. No tissues in the room no toilet paper holder in the bathroom. Only two towels available. Combination shampoo and conditioner packets were extremely difficult to tear open. It was a large gap under the front door which allowed cold air to stream in at night. Booked a queen bed but was given a full size. Way overpriced it more than $330. Probably deserved some credit on my bill as a result. Swimming pool was drained needed work.
6
Kathy
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner. 1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely) 2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision) 3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help) 4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days. 5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket 6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV. 7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission. 8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered. The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower. Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner. 1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely) 2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision) 3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help) 4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days. 5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket 6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV. 7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission. 8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered. The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower. Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
8
Monica
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel mgr was very accommodating allowing us to check in early and gave us his personal parking space. 👍 The pool was closed for repair, there was no continental breakfast and there were cigarette buds and ashes in the nightstand drawers. No screen on the bathroom window which was open. 👎
The hotel mgr was very accommodating allowing us to check in early and gave us his personal parking space. 👍 The pool was closed for repair, there was no continental breakfast and there were cigarette buds and ashes in the nightstand drawers. No screen on the bathroom window which was open. 👎
4
Amy
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cons: The pool is under repair, the motel was noisy. It was hard to sleep with the light shining in the window, shutters would not close all the way. The air conditioner is a wall unit, it did not cool off the room. The bathroom was clean but old. The beds were lumpy. The beds had sheets and bedspreads, no actual blankets. The neighborhood was sketchy. The price was high. Located on an extremely busy street with no crosswalks for a few blocks. A lot of people park their trailers or RVs on the street so it is hard to see traffic if you are walking around. Pros: walking distance to the beach. Management was helpful. Parking was included. Parking was not strict. Pets are allowed. If you can get this place for a deal it would be worth it. For 300 a night? Look elsewhere.
Cons: The pool is under repair, the motel was noisy. It was hard to sleep with the light shining in the window, shutters would not close all the way. The air conditioner is a wall unit, it did not cool off the room. The bathroom was clean but old. The beds were lumpy. The beds had sheets and bedspreads, no actual blankets. The neighborhood was sketchy. The price was high. Located on an extremely busy street with no crosswalks for a few blocks. A lot of people park their trailers or RVs on the street so it is hard to see traffic if you are walking around. Pros: walking distance to the beach. Management was helpful. Parking was included. Parking was not strict. Pets are allowed. If you can get this place for a deal it would be worth it. For 300 a night? Look elsewhere.
8
Lynne
22 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
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William
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A few sachets of shampoo but no soap or body wash. No cups or glasses in the room and no coffee maker. Plus no TV guide on the channel numbers. And no way to work out how to turn on the AC. Overall a very basic and sterile room lacking in the usual amenities. We will not be staying here again.
A few sachets of shampoo but no soap or body wash. No cups or glasses in the room and no coffee maker. Plus no TV guide on the channel numbers. And no way to work out how to turn on the AC. Overall a very basic and sterile room lacking in the usual amenities. We will not be staying here again.
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Steve
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent, with several reports of dirty floors, stained linens, mold, and unclean bathrooms; a few guests did find rooms clean.
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Jon
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Location was excellent. Staff very friendly. Upon entry to room, it smelt dank. We went to local store and got cleaning stuff and cleaned the bathroom and entire floor of hotel, fortunately it was a tile floor. I am positive those floors haven't been mopped in a long time. Bathroom door hinges were loose and had to lift door to get to close. The toilet seat was loose and moved around when you sat on it. Once properly cleaned, our stay was nice and being so local to beach, food and stores was excellent. I think the cleaning part should be more thorough.
Location was excellent. Staff very friendly. Upon entry to room, it smelt dank. We went to local store and got cleaning stuff and cleaned the bathroom and entire floor of hotel, fortunately it was a tile floor. I am positive those floors haven't been mopped in a long time. Bathroom door hinges were loose and had to lift door to get to close. The toilet seat was loose and moved around when you sat on it. Once properly cleaned, our stay was nice and being so local to beach, food and stores was excellent. I think the cleaning part should be more thorough.
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Dr. Tricia
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The toilet didn’t flush. The room was dirty. I will NEVER stay here again!!
The toilet didn’t flush. The room was dirty. I will NEVER stay here again!!
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Christian
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
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Allison
5 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Was a nice room for the night but some of the towels were not very clean and shower rod kept fall off! Other than that it’s a clean bed
Was a nice room for the night but some of the towels were not very clean and shower rod kept fall off! Other than that it’s a clean bed
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Larry
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not bad for price. No wash cloths in room. Floor dirty
Not bad for price. No wash cloths in room. Floor dirty
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Andres
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The shower was dirty and rusty, showered at the beach showers instead. They also charge an additional fee upon check in that was not disclosed anywhere but upon arrival. The room and bed itself wasn’t too bad just the dirty rusted bath tub was the only complaint.
The shower was dirty and rusty, showered at the beach showers instead. They also charge an additional fee upon check in that was not disclosed anywhere but upon arrival. The room and bed itself wasn’t too bad just the dirty rusted bath tub was the only complaint.
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Zachary
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We double booked rooms on accident and the staff wouldn’t work with us on taking one of the rooms off(I get that is our fault) but then our room was FILTHY, the bathtub backed up without a drain plug in it, the spout blew off the wall from water pressure, the bed was broken, had big box of trash in the room, all the screens on the windows were ripped allowing bugs to fly into the room if you had the windows open to enjoy the beach weather. Terrible experience.
We double booked rooms on accident and the staff wouldn’t work with us on taking one of the rooms off(I get that is our fault) but then our room was FILTHY, the bathtub backed up without a drain plug in it, the spout blew off the wall from water pressure, the bed was broken, had big box of trash in the room, all the screens on the windows were ripped allowing bugs to fly into the room if you had the windows open to enjoy the beach weather. Terrible experience.
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Alvin Ray Stout
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed sheets were dirty with stained pullows. They did remake the bed after I talked to the manager but it shouldn't havd to come to that. Place is really gone down hill since the last time I was here. I don’t think I'll stay at this motel again.
Bed sheets were dirty with stained pullows. They did remake the bed after I talked to the manager but it shouldn't havd to come to that. Place is really gone down hill since the last time I was here. I don’t think I'll stay at this motel again.
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Daniel
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hair cn the sheets patches on walls
Hair cn the sheets patches on walls
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Steve
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
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Rooms
Rooms are very basic and worn, with thin walls, broken or missing items, drafty gaps, and minimal amenities; some guests found the beds comfortable.
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S
26 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room window had a busted slab, could see right into the room from the street. i asked for it to be addressed, since at that price this was insane, and the manager told me he would bring me extra towels to shove into the blinds. Then never brought the towels. It was the WORST.
Room window had a busted slab, could see right into the room from the street. i asked for it to be addressed, since at that price this was insane, and the manager told me he would bring me extra towels to shove into the blinds. Then never brought the towels. It was the WORST.
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lydia
18 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Late check in because their house cleaner quit in spot so room wasn’t ready at 3:00 check in time Couldn’t sleep. Upstairs was noisy, running around noises, had to finally call.
Late check in because their house cleaner quit in spot so room wasn’t ready at 3:00 check in time Couldn’t sleep. Upstairs was noisy, running around noises, had to finally call.
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Pamela
21 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff. The place was just old and worn. We didn’t have a tv remote and didn’t bother to ask for one since we were only staying the night. The toilet seats were torn and the shower curtains were too short. It fell above the tub so all the water would spray out under the curtains into the floor when you showered. The towels were all stained as well. Kind of hard to fell comfortable using the towels. I stayed with my hubby and toddler. My toddler is at a weird stage where he doesn’t like dirty. He kept complaining his feet were dirty and had particles on it when he climbed into bed. Haha.
Friendly staff. The place was just old and worn. We didn’t have a tv remote and didn’t bother to ask for one since we were only staying the night. The toilet seats were torn and the shower curtains were too short. It fell above the tub so all the water would spray out under the curtains into the floor when you showered. The towels were all stained as well. Kind of hard to fell comfortable using the towels. I stayed with my hubby and toddler. My toddler is at a weird stage where he doesn’t like dirty. He kept complaining his feet were dirty and had particles on it when he climbed into bed. Haha.
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Raymond
16 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place is actually in a nice area but the rooms are cheaply made. You can hear the person in the room next door clearly. It was like we we're in the same room. This place needs a remodel of there rooms
This place is actually in a nice area but the rooms are cheaply made. You can hear the person in the room next door clearly. It was like we we're in the same room. This place needs a remodel of there rooms
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Diana
22 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived and the man at the counter charged us $15 more on top of our prepaid stay he said it was a cleaning fee. This was not disclosed on Expedia. Our room was very basic with old India looking sheets and a flat sheet. Bed was hard as a rock. The bathroom did not have any bath towels so we had to ask for some on arrival. We had about 1/4 of a toilet paper roll in the entire room. We had to ask for more toilet paper as well. Within an hour of arriving, we had the weird front counter man knock at our door. He wanted to show us how to operate the tv on the wall. This man is a penny pincher and if you’re looking for a super cheap basic room, this is the place to stay. We did not feel safe at all. I would never stay here again.
We arrived and the man at the counter charged us $15 more on top of our prepaid stay he said it was a cleaning fee. This was not disclosed on Expedia. Our room was very basic with old India looking sheets and a flat sheet. Bed was hard as a rock. The bathroom did not have any bath towels so we had to ask for some on arrival. We had about 1/4 of a toilet paper roll in the entire room. We had to ask for more toilet paper as well. Within an hour of arriving, we had the weird front counter man knock at our door. He wanted to show us how to operate the tv on the wall. This man is a penny pincher and if you’re looking for a super cheap basic room, this is the place to stay. We did not feel safe at all. I would never stay here again.
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John
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
There were no lamps on the nightstands. Only light in the bedrooms provided by one bulb in the ceiling. Sink area had no countertop no place for women replace their cosmetic bags or anything else. No tissues in the room no toilet paper holder in the bathroom. Only two towels available. Combination shampoo and conditioner packets were extremely difficult to tear open. It was a large gap under the front door which allowed cold air to stream in at night. Booked a queen bed but was given a full size. Way overpriced it more than $330. Probably deserved some credit on my bill as a result. Swimming pool was drained needed work.
There were no lamps on the nightstands. Only light in the bedrooms provided by one bulb in the ceiling. Sink area had no countertop no place for women replace their cosmetic bags or anything else. No tissues in the room no toilet paper holder in the bathroom. Only two towels available. Combination shampoo and conditioner packets were extremely difficult to tear open. It was a large gap under the front door which allowed cold air to stream in at night. Booked a queen bed but was given a full size. Way overpriced it more than $330. Probably deserved some credit on my bill as a result. Swimming pool was drained needed work.
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Kathy
29 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner. 1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely) 2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision) 3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help) 4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days. 5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket 6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV. 7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission. 8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered. The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower. Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner. 1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely) 2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision) 3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help) 4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days. 5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket 6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV. 7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission. 8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered. The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower. Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
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Mashell
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
They have been updating the room since we were there last, the sleeping area was definitely updated, new beds and flooring. The restroom lacked any updates, rotting base boards, bathtub took forever to drain and the faucet came off and shot across the tub. I'm hoping they complete the upgrades soon.
They have been updating the room since we were there last, the sleeping area was definitely updated, new beds and flooring. The restroom lacked any updates, rotting base boards, bathtub took forever to drain and the faucet came off and shot across the tub. I'm hoping they complete the upgrades soon.
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Debby
17 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
All was good. Slat missing in front window so privacy was not great but all in all. Ok place to stay
All was good. Slat missing in front window so privacy was not great but all in all. Ok place to stay
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Angelica
27 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I didnt really like how the sink was lifting from its place, there was a part missing from the curtains that I had to cover with a towel because people can see in, the drawers handles were out of its hinges and we had to leave early to beat the traffic but we got delayed because no one was answering the door even though on there page it says open 24/7
I didnt really like how the sink was lifting from its place, there was a part missing from the curtains that I had to cover with a towel because people can see in, the drawers handles were out of its hinges and we had to leave early to beat the traffic but we got delayed because no one was answering the door even though on there page it says open 24/7
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Service
Service is inconsistent: multiple guests reported locked offices, unreachable staff, delayed room readiness, and billing or refund issues, while others praised friendly, accommodating staff.
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Cynthia
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I was disappointed because property manager tried to run my credit card earlier before my checkin time. When I specifically asked to pay at property. I had to pull over several times before arriving to Pismo to give him my card number. Which my bank declined because they thought it was fraud. I had to make a new reservation and cancel my old one with Expedia. Then parking was limited because he was letting other people that were not staying at hotel pay to park there cars there. So there was no parking for customer with reservation. No smoke alarm and no safety latch in room.
I was disappointed because property manager tried to run my credit card earlier before my checkin time. When I specifically asked to pay at property. I had to pull over several times before arriving to Pismo to give him my card number. Which my bank declined because they thought it was fraud. I had to make a new reservation and cancel my old one with Expedia. Then parking was limited because he was letting other people that were not staying at hotel pay to park there cars there. So there was no parking for customer with reservation. No smoke alarm and no safety latch in room.
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Brian
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible customer service. Completely unresponsive and lies. They said there was a room available and no one was there when I arrived with a No Vacancy sign on the door. I traveled 200 miles for lies. Don't know how they are in business!
Terrible customer service. Completely unresponsive and lies. They said there was a room available and no one was there when I arrived with a No Vacancy sign on the door. I traveled 200 miles for lies. Don't know how they are in business!
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Hannah
30 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Unable to check in or reach hotel Manager via number listed. Had to book another hotel.
Unable to check in or reach hotel Manager via number listed. Had to book another hotel.
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Victoria
26 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We got to the hotel around 11pm and there was no one there to check us in. I called various times and the phone is disconnected. We had to find another place to sleep.
We got to the hotel around 11pm and there was no one there to check us in. I called various times and the phone is disconnected. We had to find another place to sleep.
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Samantha
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in is 3pm, yet my room wasn’t ready until 430pm. No sorry, nothing for the inconvenience
Check in is 3pm, yet my room wasn’t ready until 430pm. No sorry, nothing for the inconvenience
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Cj
20 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Made a reservation and when i got to the motel the office was locked and nobody was there. Waitedc for almost two hours and still nobody showed up
Made a reservation and when i got to the motel the office was locked and nobody was there. Waitedc for almost two hours and still nobody showed up
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Lynne
22 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
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Maria
27 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Please someone answer my email or call me. I stayed with a couple of friends of mine and both of our credit cards were charged for the stay. She paid in full prior to giving her the room number and key card. They got there first and when i checked my credit card last week, there was a charge on my card as well and i already paid her for my half. Please issue a refund to my card… i don’t understand why this happened. Your phone number isn’t working and no one is responding to my email
Please someone answer my email or call me. I stayed with a couple of friends of mine and both of our credit cards were charged for the stay. She paid in full prior to giving her the room number and key card. They got there first and when i checked my credit card last week, there was a charge on my card as well and i already paid her for my half. Please issue a refund to my card… i don’t understand why this happened. Your phone number isn’t working and no one is responding to my email
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Michael
23 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Don the manager is an amazing man. Goes out of his way to make your stay perfect. Newly remodeled rooms with A/C Perfect location!!
Don the manager is an amazing man. Goes out of his way to make your stay perfect. Newly remodeled rooms with A/C Perfect location!!
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Andrey
5 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible hotel. Tried to check-in at 9:30pm, but the office was locked and no one was there. Rang, called, knocked - no luck! So we had to get another hotel. The next morning we came and spoke with a person at the desk who said that they'd refund no problem. Now they are refusing to refund as "it is impossible to not be able to check-in, as our office is staffed during that time". Well, I have a video that it wasn't.
Terrible hotel. Tried to check-in at 9:30pm, but the office was locked and no one was there. Rang, called, knocked - no luck! So we had to get another hotel. The next morning we came and spoke with a person at the desk who said that they'd refund no problem. Now they are refusing to refund as "it is impossible to not be able to check-in, as our office is staffed during that time". Well, I have a video that it wasn't.
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Location
Location is a strong point, with many noting easy walking distance to the beach and Pismo Pier. A few mentioned traffic or a sketchy feel, but most found the area convenient and safe.
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Jeff
19 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
For the price it was nice 2 blocks from the beach. See the Beach from the hotel. Nice area quiet hotel
For the price it was nice 2 blocks from the beach. See the Beach from the hotel. Nice area quiet hotel
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Gineese
12 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a nice and quiet little area, very close to the beach which was really nice we were able to just walk over.
It was a nice and quiet little area, very close to the beach which was really nice we were able to just walk over.
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Hector
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location for the price.
Great location for the price.
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Mara
10 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close to beach and very nice staff. Will stay again
Close to beach and very nice staff. Will stay again
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Merle
21 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Love the location of this property...we can walk everywhere in Pismo. Just wish they had king-size beds.
Love the location of this property...we can walk everywhere in Pismo. Just wish they had king-size beds.
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Kyle
12 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect little spot, walking distance to everything Pismo has to offer yet still quiet surroundings
Perfect little spot, walking distance to everything Pismo has to offer yet still quiet surroundings
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Amy
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cons: The pool is under repair, the motel was noisy. It was hard to sleep with the light shining in the window, shutters would not close all the way. The air conditioner is a wall unit, it did not cool off the room. The bathroom was clean but old. The beds were lumpy. The beds had sheets and bedspreads, no actual blankets. The neighborhood was sketchy. The price was high. Located on an extremely busy street with no crosswalks for a few blocks. A lot of people park their trailers or RVs on the street so it is hard to see traffic if you are walking around. Pros: walking distance to the beach. Management was helpful. Parking was included. Parking was not strict. Pets are allowed. If you can get this place for a deal it would be worth it. For 300 a night? Look elsewhere.
Cons: The pool is under repair, the motel was noisy. It was hard to sleep with the light shining in the window, shutters would not close all the way. The air conditioner is a wall unit, it did not cool off the room. The bathroom was clean but old. The beds were lumpy. The beds had sheets and bedspreads, no actual blankets. The neighborhood was sketchy. The price was high. Located on an extremely busy street with no crosswalks for a few blocks. A lot of people park their trailers or RVs on the street so it is hard to see traffic if you are walking around. Pros: walking distance to the beach. Management was helpful. Parking was included. Parking was not strict. Pets are allowed. If you can get this place for a deal it would be worth it. For 300 a night? Look elsewhere.
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Ygnacio
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet very clean. Convenient dining. Great location.
Quiet very clean. Convenient dining. Great location.
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Rebeka
16 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property was very safe and close to Pismo pier, very convenient.
This property was very safe and close to Pismo pier, very convenient.
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Robert
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Close to the pier
Close to the pier
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Dining
No on-site breakfast or coffee is provided.
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Christian
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
There was no ironing board or iron and No ice machine. Shower had mold. No coffe machine, microwave was gross. Also lamp was broken.
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Lynley
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No coffee…no hair dryer…no tissues. Bedspread is old and look like the 70s. The toilet seat cover is worn out and in need of replacement. Overall the place needs a compete makeover
No coffee…no hair dryer…no tissues. Bedspread is old and look like the 70s. The toilet seat cover is worn out and in need of replacement. Overall the place needs a compete makeover
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Kathy
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner. 1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely) 2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision) 3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help) 4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days. 5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket 6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV. 7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission. 8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered. The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower. Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
Unfortunately, my room was lacking some expected items that the manager mostly remedied in a timely manner. 1) missing smoke detector (replaced timely) 2) broken lamp (not fixed per my decision) 3) TV did not work easily (manager had to show me how to finagle buttons to get to live tv. There was no way to figure this out without his help) 4) Towels no bath mat or hand towels in room when checked in. We finally got some after a couple days. 5) Bed had a thin bedspread and sheet only. I had to ask for a blanket 6) Bare minimum in the room - 1 queen bed, 2 bed side tables with lamps, one broken, 1 small table with 2 unmatching chairs, small refrigerator and 1 TV. 7)Swimming pool was empty and out of commission. 8) No breakfast, food or coffee offered. The bathroom was very nice and clean with a walkin shower. Knowing and accepting all these limitations, I would possibly stay here again. The price was right.
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Monica
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel mgr was very accommodating allowing us to check in early and gave us his personal parking space. 👍 The pool was closed for repair, there was no continental breakfast and there were cigarette buds and ashes in the nightstand drawers. No screen on the bathroom window which was open. 👎
The hotel mgr was very accommodating allowing us to check in early and gave us his personal parking space. 👍 The pool was closed for repair, there was no continental breakfast and there were cigarette buds and ashes in the nightstand drawers. No screen on the bathroom window which was open. 👎
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Lynne
22 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
Great people running this place, beds were comfy and clean and rooms were safe. No frills at all.. no coffee maker, no iron or hair dryer. Location is great.
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William
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A few sachets of shampoo but no soap or body wash. No cups or glasses in the room and no coffee maker. Plus no TV guide on the channel numbers. And no way to work out how to turn on the AC. Overall a very basic and sterile room lacking in the usual amenities. We will not be staying here again.
A few sachets of shampoo but no soap or body wash. No cups or glasses in the room and no coffee maker. Plus no TV guide on the channel numbers. And no way to work out how to turn on the AC. Overall a very basic and sterile room lacking in the usual amenities. We will not be staying here again.
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Steve
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
It was clean and the bed was comfortable. Don’t expect breakfast or coffee. It was perfect for our budget!
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Lynnette
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I would not recommend this property. It smelled like fabuloso clean, but that's it. There was a disgusting, rotted baseboard/door jam by the front door. The room was less than basic. The person who checked us in, tried to charge our card twice
I would not recommend this property. It smelled like fabuloso clean, but that's it. There was a disgusting, rotted baseboard/door jam by the front door. The room was less than basic. The person who checked us in, tried to charge our card twice
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Alvin
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Small air conditioned room. Good location. Walkable to downtown and the beach. No coffee or any other accommodations.
Small air conditioned room. Good location. Walkable to downtown and the beach. No coffee or any other accommodations.
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Georgianna
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The place is located close to the beach as everything is within walking distance. The people that worked there were nice and helpful. The rooms has mismatched paint, people had their pets when they weren’t allowed and you could hear others. The blinds were missing slats which others walking by could see into your room. Not a lot of privacy.
The place is located close to the beach as everything is within walking distance. The people that worked there were nice and helpful. The rooms has mismatched paint, people had their pets when they weren’t allowed and you could hear others. The blinds were missing slats which others walking by could see into your room. Not a lot of privacy.
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Ryan
9 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Budget friendly and clean
Budget friendly and clean
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Isle
6 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean. All three beds were clean and well made. They provided clean towels and sheets. It was a good stay overall.
The room was clean. All three beds were clean and well made. They provided clean towels and sheets. It was a good stay overall.
FAQs about Blue Seal Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, the property allows pets in specific rooms with a pet fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 05:30, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property offers wheelchair access and features accessible facilities.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Pismo Beach, just an 8-minute walk from Pismo Beach Pier and a 15-minute walk from Pismo Beach Premium Outlets. It is also close to Monarch Butterfly Grove (0.7 mi) and North Beach Campground (1 mi).
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-16: 69.41107470855714USD
- 2026-09-17: 76.52332025695802USD
- 2026-09-18: 138.8122413079834USD
- 2026-09-19: 151.4745071838379USD
- 2026-09-20: 75.17993995880127USD
- 2026-09-21: 74.05890568206787USD
- 2026-09-22: 75.3272749420166USD
- 2026-09-23: 75.3272749420166USD
- 2026-09-24: 74.65674453186035USD
- 2026-09-25: 150.92921107177736USD
- 2026-09-26: 152.33334418395998USD
- 2026-09-27: 74.56648620910644USD
- 2026-09-28: 75.25302539276123USD
- 2026-09-29: 75.25302539276123USD
- 2026-09-30: 76.22758245544433USD
- 2026-10-01: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-10-02: 152.33334418395998USD
- 2026-10-03: 151.17013917419433USD
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- 2026-10-09: 154.1097666192627USD
- 2026-10-10: 150.5479764416504USD
- 2026-10-11: 75.05425927062988USD
- 2026-10-12: 74.7977950430298USD
- 2026-10-13: 74.7977950430298USD
- 2026-10-14: 74.5883330645752USD
- 2026-10-15: 76.85106685272217USD
- 2026-10-16: 151.07027033569335USD
- 2026-10-17: 170.0494459362793USD
- 2026-10-18: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-10-19: 75.63131034729004USD
- 2026-10-20: 75.63131034729004USD
- 2026-10-21: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-10-22: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-10-23: 151.07027033569335USD
- 2026-10-24: 150.5124577960205USD
- 2026-10-25: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-10-26: 75.63131034729004USD
- 2026-10-27: 74.8180488986206USD
- 2026-10-28: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-10-29: 74.8180488986206USD
- 2026-10-30: 152.35258272094728USD
- 2026-10-31: 154.93061669921875USD
- 2026-11-01: 75.63131034729004USD
- 2026-11-02: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-03: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-04: 76.85106685272217USD
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- 2026-11-06: 150.35856700561524USD
- 2026-11-07: 151.07027033569335USD
- 2026-11-08: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-09: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-10: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-11: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-12: 74.77856525878906USD
- 2026-11-13: 151.07027033569335USD
- 2026-11-14: 150.85152169311525USD
- 2026-11-15: 75.68408940917969USD
- 2026-11-16: 74.77856525878906USD
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
- Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Room service
Housekeeping
Golf course (nearby)
General
Room service
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Services
Housekeeping
24-Hour Front Desk
Activities
Golf course (nearby)