Ocean Palms Motel
US$114
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$114
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Ocean Palms Motel average US$83 in the cheapest month (January) and US$165 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$83 |
| February | US$103 |
| March | US$103 |
| April | US$114 |
| May | US$135 |
| June | US$147 |
| July | US$165 |
| August | US$138 |
| September | US$114 |
| October | US$106 |
| November | US$102 |
| December | US$83 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$165)
Cheapest: January (~US$83)
About this property
This smoke-free motel features bicycle rentals nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and skydiving nearby.
Amenities
This smoke-free motel features bicycle rentals nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and skydiving nearby.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 43-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Location
Located in Pismo Beach (Downtown Pismo Beach), Ocean Palms Motel is within a 10-minute walk of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. This motel is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
What's nearby
Pismo Beach Surf Shop(0.3 Miles)
Pismo State Beach(0.3 Miles)
Pismo Beach Pier(0.4 Miles)
Sans Liege Wines(0.5 Miles)
Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop(0.5 Miles)
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets(0.8 Miles)
Monarch Butterfly Grove(0.8 Miles)
Pismo Preserve(0.8 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(2.1 Miles)
Ramona Garden Park(2.1 Miles)
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)(8.8 Miles)
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)(25.4 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Free parking
Parking (Limited)
Location
390 Ocean View Avenue, Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach, California, United States of America
Pismo Beach Surf Shop (0.3 Miles)
Pismo State Beach (0.3 Miles)
Pismo Beach Pier (0.4 Miles)
Sans Liege Wines (0.5 Miles)
Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop (0.5 Miles)
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets (0.8 Miles)
Room options
9
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
300 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
250 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 1,001 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
53%
Family
28%
Group
9%
Solo
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Ocean Palms Motel draws praise for its walkable location near the beach and pier, clean updated rooms with handy basics, and friendly, communicative staff, though freeway noise, tight parking, and occasional maintenance hiccups are noted across multiple stays.
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What guests think
Ocean Palms Motel draws praise for its walkable location near the beach and pier, clean updated rooms with handy basics, and friendly, communicative staff, though freeway noise, tight parking, and occasional maintenance hiccups are noted across multiple stays.
Guests often highlight pet-friendly touches and a small outdoor lounge with a fire pit. Several reviews mention no daily housekeeping, no pool or breakfast, and compact rooms with limited storage. Recurring issues include intermittent hot water and occasional AC or TV problems. Overall, expect a straightforward, well-kept stay suited to beachgoing and downtown exploring.
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Facilities
Facilities are simple: an outdoor lounge with a fire pit and a small pet area are appreciated. There is no pool or elevator, and parking is often tight or limited.
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10
Denay
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking was tight for our truck but motel in a great location. Walking distance from pier.
Parking was tight for our truck but motel in a great location. Walking distance from pier.
10
Andrew
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfortable bed. Clean room. Close to everything. It was conveniently located to the beach & town. We parked our car & walked where we needed to go the whole weekend… it’s just a few blocks to the beach. It was quiet for our stay. There isn’t a swimming pool but we’re there for the beach so not a problem for us. No breakfast but coffee is available to make in your room, again not a problem for us, we enjoy getting our own breakfast/coffee when we come to Pismo. It’s a well kept hotel. They don’t service the room during your stay but was very responsive to our requests for more towels & garbage removal. They kept in touch with us via text & we liked this unintrusive approach. Staff was friendly & helpful!
Comfortable bed. Clean room. Close to everything. It was conveniently located to the beach & town. We parked our car & walked where we needed to go the whole weekend… it’s just a few blocks to the beach. It was quiet for our stay. There isn’t a swimming pool but we’re there for the beach so not a problem for us. No breakfast but coffee is available to make in your room, again not a problem for us, we enjoy getting our own breakfast/coffee when we come to Pismo. It’s a well kept hotel. They don’t service the room during your stay but was very responsive to our requests for more towels & garbage removal. They kept in touch with us via text & we liked this unintrusive approach. Staff was friendly & helpful!
10
Patrick
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay the hotel was close to restaurants, bars, and of course the beach. Parking was safe and plenty of room. The hotel room was nice, updated and very clean. The outside lounge area we used was very cool to hang out and even had outlets for your phone and a nice fire ring. We will stay again!!
We had a great stay the hotel was close to restaurants, bars, and of course the beach. Parking was safe and plenty of room. The hotel room was nice, updated and very clean. The outside lounge area we used was very cool to hang out and even had outlets for your phone and a nice fire ring. We will stay again!!
10
Angelita
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This motel is situated immediately off the freeway but is surprisingly quiet. There is a cute little outdoor seating area, grassy area for the pups and ample parking. There is no elevator on the premise so be prepared to carry your luggage up the 1 flight. We had a small window view of the ocean from our bathroom but otherwise our view was the parking lot. The room was clean and spacious and again, quiet. The walk to the main strip of town was short but drivable if you prefer. It took maybe 10 minutes max with traffic signals. The weather permitted our outdoor activities but if thats not the case, everything is a short drive away.
This motel is situated immediately off the freeway but is surprisingly quiet. There is a cute little outdoor seating area, grassy area for the pups and ample parking. There is no elevator on the premise so be prepared to carry your luggage up the 1 flight. We had a small window view of the ocean from our bathroom but otherwise our view was the parking lot. The room was clean and spacious and again, quiet. The walk to the main strip of town was short but drivable if you prefer. It took maybe 10 minutes max with traffic signals. The weather permitted our outdoor activities but if thats not the case, everything is a short drive away.
8
Brenda
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was very limited and small.
Parking was very limited and small.
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Randy
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a pretty efficient little room with hard floors Fridge and microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. The plastic end tables are really small and a little too far from the bed so that could use improvement. I love the covered area across the parking lot with several comfortable chairs and tables and heated pit.
It’s a pretty efficient little room with hard floors Fridge and microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. The plastic end tables are really small and a little too far from the bed so that could use improvement. I love the covered area across the parking lot with several comfortable chairs and tables and heated pit.
8
Neil
25 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a nice one night stay at Ocean Palms. Would stay there again. Sadly, the eponymous palm trees have been cut down. Pros: *Very friendly, efficient, and helpful check in with Laura *Room (104) very clean, well-stocked and operational including Keurig, microwave and fridge, iron and ironing board, TV, hair dryer, suitcase rack *Shower gel and shampoo dispensers in shower/tub *Tap card entry *Comfortable bed *Plantation shutters-pretty *Relatively updated/remodeled *Within walking distance of about everything Cons: *No closet rod or wall hook or door hook so no place to hang clothes on hangars or otherwise-good thing there is an iron! *No place to sit outdoors anywhere on property (with the exception of the palm tree stumps) *The bed platform is made of metal, and it took us a few hours to realize that it was the cause of the loud metallic noise we kept hearing. Sounded like a basketball thrown in a metal trash can. Occurred when a foot hit the platform and when a person got in bed on the right side. Happened a lot. *Plantation shutters-let in a fair amount of light *Pool filled in
We had a nice one night stay at Ocean Palms. Would stay there again. Sadly, the eponymous palm trees have been cut down. Pros: *Very friendly, efficient, and helpful check in with Laura *Room (104) very clean, well-stocked and operational including Keurig, microwave and fridge, iron and ironing board, TV, hair dryer, suitcase rack *Shower gel and shampoo dispensers in shower/tub *Tap card entry *Comfortable bed *Plantation shutters-pretty *Relatively updated/remodeled *Within walking distance of about everything Cons: *No closet rod or wall hook or door hook so no place to hang clothes on hangars or otherwise-good thing there is an iron! *No place to sit outdoors anywhere on property (with the exception of the palm tree stumps) *The bed platform is made of metal, and it took us a few hours to realize that it was the cause of the loud metallic noise we kept hearing. Sounded like a basketball thrown in a metal trash can. Occurred when a foot hit the platform and when a person got in bed on the right side. Happened a lot. *Plantation shutters-let in a fair amount of light *Pool filled in
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Denise
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely lil motel close to everything. Staff was super nice. Room was minimal, but clean and comfortable - had a lil fridge too! Really liked chilling in the outdoor area that was set up with a fire pit, chairs, tables and games. Very inviting on a summer night after a long day.
Lovely lil motel close to everything. Staff was super nice. Room was minimal, but clean and comfortable - had a lil fridge too! Really liked chilling in the outdoor area that was set up with a fire pit, chairs, tables and games. Very inviting on a summer night after a long day.
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Bradley
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the smoking area where the pool used to be. The property had a tiny pool they turned into a fenced patio area with a fire pit they keep open late. There's also a dog run area for your puppy to potty etc. Great updates to the property!
I liked the smoking area where the pool used to be. The property had a tiny pool they turned into a fenced patio area with a fire pit they keep open late. There's also a dog run area for your puppy to potty etc. Great updates to the property!
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Carla
5 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking is awful Difficult to maneuver in and out. Room was basic ok overall
Parking is awful Difficult to maneuver in and out. Room was basic ok overall
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Cleanliness
Rooms and grounds are widely described as very clean and recently refreshed, though a few guests reported hairs, sand, musty odors, or an isolated pest sighting.
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Steve
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms were very clean and quiet. The staff were very good and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
The rooms were very clean and quiet. The staff were very good and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
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Deborah
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very nice hotel bed was comfortable shower was nice too. Floor had a little sand when we checked in. Not a deal breaker but could use a better sweeper.
This is a very nice hotel bed was comfortable shower was nice too. Floor had a little sand when we checked in. Not a deal breaker but could use a better sweeper.
10
Michael
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Motel is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants snd bars. Rooms are clean and service is excellent. Nothing fancy but clean affordable and practical. I’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on it the next time I go to Pismo.
Motel is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants snd bars. Rooms are clean and service is excellent. Nothing fancy but clean affordable and practical. I’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on it the next time I go to Pismo.
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Patrick
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay the hotel was close to restaurants, bars, and of course the beach. Parking was safe and plenty of room. The hotel room was nice, updated and very clean. The outside lounge area we used was very cool to hang out and even had outlets for your phone and a nice fire ring. We will stay again!!
We had a great stay the hotel was close to restaurants, bars, and of course the beach. Parking was safe and plenty of room. The hotel room was nice, updated and very clean. The outside lounge area we used was very cool to hang out and even had outlets for your phone and a nice fire ring. We will stay again!!
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Wesley
28 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Just a 5 minute walk to the beach, nice! But very noisy being next to highway 101 especially if you want to take advantage of the ocean air and coolest. But worst was when we had a large bug run out of the bed the first morning there. That made us very uncomfortable, Reported what we found to the front desk. Housekeeping and front desk staff visited the room. Could not find the bug. Staff offered another room or a refund. Being grossed out we took the refund instead. When it came time to check out get the refund at the front desk they gave us only refunded for the reminding 2 nights we had plan to stay. Was told they will examine room further and if determined it was something they had control of they would credit us the Saturday night charge, which was higher than the other nights. They never contacted us on the outcome, nor respond to our calls. Not good business.
Just a 5 minute walk to the beach, nice! But very noisy being next to highway 101 especially if you want to take advantage of the ocean air and coolest. But worst was when we had a large bug run out of the bed the first morning there. That made us very uncomfortable, Reported what we found to the front desk. Housekeeping and front desk staff visited the room. Could not find the bug. Staff offered another room or a refund. Being grossed out we took the refund instead. When it came time to check out get the refund at the front desk they gave us only refunded for the reminding 2 nights we had plan to stay. Was told they will examine room further and if determined it was something they had control of they would credit us the Saturday night charge, which was higher than the other nights. They never contacted us on the outcome, nor respond to our calls. Not good business.
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Karen
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Feels a bit cheap and tired. It’s an old motel. They updated with laminate floors and fresh paint. Cute but cheap decor. Bathroom needed some updating. Felt dirtier than a gym bathroom just because it is old not because it was necessarily dirty. Great location though and staff were nice at check in!
Feels a bit cheap and tired. It’s an old motel. They updated with laminate floors and fresh paint. Cute but cheap decor. Bathroom needed some updating. Felt dirtier than a gym bathroom just because it is old not because it was necessarily dirty. Great location though and staff were nice at check in!
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Sandi
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was well maintained, room had plenty of space, comfortable bed and linens. Walkable location to beach, pier, restaurants etc. Friendly front desk staff too. Would stay here again.
Property was well maintained, room had plenty of space, comfortable bed and linens. Walkable location to beach, pier, restaurants etc. Friendly front desk staff too. Would stay here again.
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K
17 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Noise was a problem, hairs on the sheets and bathroom, but cheap and safe and clean other than the hair
Noise was a problem, hairs on the sheets and bathroom, but cheap and safe and clean other than the hair
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Duane
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and modern design
Very clean and modern design
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Stacy
26 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was small, but had everything we needed. Shower drain was full of dark hair when we got there. Gross! Shower sputtering and curtain is short, getting waiter on the floor. We stayed two nights with no housekeeping, but towels were delivered which was nice. Beds were comfortable as was the pillows. Beds are on metal boxes which make noise. Very strange!
Room was small, but had everything we needed. Shower drain was full of dark hair when we got there. Gross! Shower sputtering and curtain is short, getting waiter on the floor. We stayed two nights with no housekeeping, but towels were delivered which was nice. Beds were comfortable as was the pillows. Beds are on metal boxes which make noise. Very strange!
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Rooms
Updated, minimalist rooms with basic amenities (fridge, microwave, Keurig) and generally comfortable beds, but some are small with limited storage, thin walls, freeway noise, and occasional AC or TV problems.
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Miranda
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Decent motel. For the price for the weekend I think it wasn’t as nice as I was hoping for. Could have probably booked something a bit nicer for around the same price. Location was convenient. Check in was ok, didn’t think the staff was very helpful or friendly. Water pressure was terrible, but the bed was decent. No really closet or dedicated space to hang your clothes.
Decent motel. For the price for the weekend I think it wasn’t as nice as I was hoping for. Could have probably booked something a bit nicer for around the same price. Location was convenient. Check in was ok, didn’t think the staff was very helpful or friendly. Water pressure was terrible, but the bed was decent. No really closet or dedicated space to hang your clothes.
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Jeffrey
14 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A decent value for the price. The room was comfortable and even a bit larger than I anticipated. The freeway noise is constant, but that irritant can be obscured by putting on the AC or fan.
A decent value for the price. The room was comfortable and even a bit larger than I anticipated. The freeway noise is constant, but that irritant can be obscured by putting on the AC or fan.
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Marco
29 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Place was very clean inside and outside. Bed was comfortable, but just wish it had somewhere to put your clothes, no closet or dresser. Was very close to the event and downtown, 8 min walk. Did have a misunderstanding with manager about something they falsely advertised but overall stay was good.
Place was very clean inside and outside. Bed was comfortable, but just wish it had somewhere to put your clothes, no closet or dresser. Was very close to the event and downtown, 8 min walk. Did have a misunderstanding with manager about something they falsely advertised but overall stay was good.
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MICHELLE or ERNEST
17 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice Room. Clean and comfortable. Nice location near restaurants and shops. Walls were thin and we could hear people snoring and chatting outside and downstairs. Bring plugs and turn on TV or fans if you are a light sleeper. Over happy with the stay and would stay there again.
Nice Room. Clean and comfortable. Nice location near restaurants and shops. Walls were thin and we could hear people snoring and chatting outside and downstairs. Bring plugs and turn on TV or fans if you are a light sleeper. Over happy with the stay and would stay there again.
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Joe
20 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The TV never worked, they have instructions on how to reprogram it which we did about 15 time's but it never worked. Also AC stopped working in the middle of the night. Relayed that via text to manager who completely ignored my concern
The TV never worked, they have instructions on how to reprogram it which we did about 15 time's but it never worked. Also AC stopped working in the middle of the night. Relayed that via text to manager who completely ignored my concern
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Gary
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location is ok to the pier at Pismo Beach, the room was clean, the bed frame was load when you got off the bed, the TV did not work.
Location is ok to the pier at Pismo Beach, the room was clean, the bed frame was load when you got off the bed, the TV did not work.
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Sandra
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was good to have a fridge and microwave, but the room was very small, and there were no other facilities.
It was good to have a fridge and microwave, but the room was very small, and there were no other facilities.
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Shelby
3 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It seems like the rooms may have been remodeled not long ago. I loved that I was on the ground level because I have 3 kids and a stroller. Parking wasn’t an issue. Very clean! If guest next to or above you aren’t respectful then it can be noisy but I bring ear plugs and a noise machine everywhere I stay so it didn’t bother me. You can hear traffic slightly, but again only when someone is rude and revs their engine. I’ll definitely be staying here again in the future. I did wish there was a space to put my bags away or my clothing in a drawer/closet. It was a short two night stay for us, but any more than that I would have liked to have my clothing out somehow. Thank you!! Staff was nice also
It seems like the rooms may have been remodeled not long ago. I loved that I was on the ground level because I have 3 kids and a stroller. Parking wasn’t an issue. Very clean! If guest next to or above you aren’t respectful then it can be noisy but I bring ear plugs and a noise machine everywhere I stay so it didn’t bother me. You can hear traffic slightly, but again only when someone is rude and revs their engine. I’ll definitely be staying here again in the future. I did wish there was a space to put my bags away or my clothing in a drawer/closet. It was a short two night stay for us, but any more than that I would have liked to have my clothing out somehow. Thank you!! Staff was nice also
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Adrian
29 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, spacious, and with several electrical outlets on both sides of wall. Room was minimalist with more modern type furniture. Provided all the necessities. Service was cordial and welcoming. Walls maybe a bit thin as you can hear conversations, tv or air conditioning/heater from neighboring rooms, but that I consider normal for almost models. Nothing headphones or earbuds can’t fix when sleeping. Overall pleasant experience. Would recommend to others.
Room was clean, spacious, and with several electrical outlets on both sides of wall. Room was minimalist with more modern type furniture. Provided all the necessities. Service was cordial and welcoming. Walls maybe a bit thin as you can hear conversations, tv or air conditioning/heater from neighboring rooms, but that I consider normal for almost models. Nothing headphones or earbuds can’t fix when sleeping. Overall pleasant experience. Would recommend to others.
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Daniel
12 Sept 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We have been coming here for over 10 years. We were so pleased to see the improvements on the property which makes the price so worthwhile. Great restaurants in walking distance. Beach and pier in walking distance. Freeway close for any driving excursions. We were sad to see the pool filled in, but that’s due to the City of Pismo Beach’s policies. I hate to give such a positive review because that means the price will go up and rooms won’t be available. We had to book a room with a different establishment on our last visit, that was a block closer to the beach because Ocean Palms had no vacancies. The family was so DISAPPOINTED in the other establishment. Will continue to make the Ocean Palms our home base in our future visits. I hope the property will improve the metal bed frames in the future. They can be noisy when you rollover in the night. Great visit and “I’ll be back”.
We have been coming here for over 10 years. We were so pleased to see the improvements on the property which makes the price so worthwhile. Great restaurants in walking distance. Beach and pier in walking distance. Freeway close for any driving excursions. We were sad to see the pool filled in, but that’s due to the City of Pismo Beach’s policies. I hate to give such a positive review because that means the price will go up and rooms won’t be available. We had to book a room with a different establishment on our last visit, that was a block closer to the beach because Ocean Palms had no vacancies. The family was so DISAPPOINTED in the other establishment. Will continue to make the Ocean Palms our home base in our future visits. I hope the property will improve the metal bed frames in the future. They can be noisy when you rollover in the night. Great visit and “I’ll be back”.
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Service
Staff are frequently praised as friendly, communicative, and helpful with early check-ins and parking, though a few mention limited office hours, text-only contact, or less responsive interactions.
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Bridget
20 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, Clean rooms, easy friendly check in. We arrived early and although there isn’t an early check in we were allowed to park on the premises so we could walk across the street for lunch. It worked out perfectly.
Convenient location, Clean rooms, easy friendly check in. We arrived early and although there isn’t an early check in we were allowed to park on the premises so we could walk across the street for lunch. It worked out perfectly.
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Hailu
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
hotel was clean. but they rush you to check out. freeway noise. no attendant on site. communication is conduct over text. good luck
hotel was clean. but they rush you to check out. freeway noise. no attendant on site. communication is conduct over text. good luck
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Marian
19 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The female clerk when we checked in was inconsiderate with our needs. I wanted a quiet second story room and she didn't offer any options. I had called twice earlier in the day for a second story room and no one answered the phone.
The female clerk when we checked in was inconsiderate with our needs. I wanted a quiet second story room and she didn't offer any options. I had called twice earlier in the day for a second story room and no one answered the phone.
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Andrew
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
From arriving to leaving, a great stay! Laura is a great host, and runs a great establishment. Good location, great room, would definitely want to return!
From arriving to leaving, a great stay! Laura is a great host, and runs a great establishment. Good location, great room, would definitely want to return!
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Corina
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Awesome stay. Bed was comfortable, that’s important to me. I also enjoyed the games on the patio. The staff was excellent. Thank you so much.
Awesome stay. Bed was comfortable, that’s important to me. I also enjoyed the games on the patio. The staff was excellent. Thank you so much.
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Darryl
2 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay will definitely be going back. The receptionist in the office was wonderful. Can’t wait to stay again!
Great place to stay will definitely be going back. The receptionist in the office was wonderful. Can’t wait to stay again!
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Robert
17 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Communication via text with office staff was unexpected. Never had such a perfect path of communication before. They really care about your stay. Super friendly staff. Rooms were really cleaned well. Being close to hwy 101,we never really hear any road noise. So much within walking distance. We would recommend a stay here.
Communication via text with office staff was unexpected. Never had such a perfect path of communication before. They really care about your stay. Super friendly staff. Rooms were really cleaned well. Being close to hwy 101,we never really hear any road noise. So much within walking distance. We would recommend a stay here.
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Stacey
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Only place I'll stay in Pismo moving forward. The place is simple, clean and im a great location. Laura at the feont desk couldn't have been nicer! Customer service isn't what it used to be but at Ocean Palms they hit the mark. Thank you!!
Only place I'll stay in Pismo moving forward. The place is simple, clean and im a great location. Laura at the feont desk couldn't have been nicer! Customer service isn't what it used to be but at Ocean Palms they hit the mark. Thank you!!
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Anna
23 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I got sick on the trip so it was hard to enjoy but the customer service was exceptional which is rare now. They actually helped me get my refund for the second night. I also came with pets and they gave me a room close to the dog area. The location was good, close to the beach. I was missing having a smart TV
I got sick on the trip so it was hard to enjoy but the customer service was exceptional which is rare now. They actually helped me get my refund for the second night. I also came with pets and they gave me a room close to the dog area. The location was good, close to the beach. I was missing having a smart TV
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Wesley
2 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Laura at front desk was super friendly and accommodating. She even recommended a few good restaurants to try. I would certainly go back and stay in this property again.
Laura at front desk was super friendly and accommodating. She even recommended a few good restaurants to try. I would certainly go back and stay in this property again.
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Location
Highly walkable to the beach, pier, and downtown restaurants, with easy highway access; some guests note traffic noise due to the nearby 101.
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Denay
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking was tight for our truck but motel in a great location. Walking distance from pier.
Parking was tight for our truck but motel in a great location. Walking distance from pier.
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Michael
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Motel is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants snd bars. Rooms are clean and service is excellent. Nothing fancy but clean affordable and practical. I’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on it the next time I go to Pismo.
Motel is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants snd bars. Rooms are clean and service is excellent. Nothing fancy but clean affordable and practical. I’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on it the next time I go to Pismo.
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Kim
14 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, but right next to freeway. Walkable to everything, clean, very basic
Good location, but right next to freeway. Walkable to everything, clean, very basic
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Maria
12 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Conveniently located. Esay access to beach.
Conveniently located. Esay access to beach.
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LIZ
2 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Everyone was so nice at Ocean Palms Motel! The grounds are beautifully kept! It's close to the beach shopping restaurants groceries everything!
Everyone was so nice at Ocean Palms Motel! The grounds are beautifully kept! It's close to the beach shopping restaurants groceries everything!
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Daniel
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our first response when we walked through the room was , wow, they thought of everything. Honestly, they made great use of space. Besides the bed, which was comfortable, they had 2 side tables with electric available on each side; a lounge chair, a counter with 2 chairs to sit and eat at, another large counter to work with, a good shower, bathroom is small but workable, appreciated the fridge and micro. We were able to walk down to the beach and pier with no issues.
Our first response when we walked through the room was , wow, they thought of everything. Honestly, they made great use of space. Besides the bed, which was comfortable, they had 2 side tables with electric available on each side; a lounge chair, a counter with 2 chairs to sit and eat at, another large counter to work with, a good shower, bathroom is small but workable, appreciated the fridge and micro. We were able to walk down to the beach and pier with no issues.
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Don
3 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location within walking distance to pier and restaurants.
Great location within walking distance to pier and restaurants.
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Pedro
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and great hotel! Will be staying here again next time we come to the coast. Everything is walkable, dining, shopping and entertainment.
Great location and great hotel! Will be staying here again next time we come to the coast. Everything is walkable, dining, shopping and entertainment.
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Charles
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A comfortable stay just a short walk from the boardwalk!
A comfortable stay just a short walk from the boardwalk!
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Kevin
3 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Proximity to US 101 made for some highway noise.
Proximity to US 101 made for some highway noise.
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Dining
No on-site dining or breakfast is provided; guests commonly walk to nearby restaurants.
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Michael
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Motel is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants snd bars. Rooms are clean and service is excellent. Nothing fancy but clean affordable and practical. I’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on it the next time I go to Pismo.
Motel is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants snd bars. Rooms are clean and service is excellent. Nothing fancy but clean affordable and practical. I’ve stayed here multiple times and plan on it the next time I go to Pismo.
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Andrew
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfortable bed. Clean room. Close to everything. It was conveniently located to the beach & town. We parked our car & walked where we needed to go the whole weekend… it’s just a few blocks to the beach. It was quiet for our stay. There isn’t a swimming pool but we’re there for the beach so not a problem for us. No breakfast but coffee is available to make in your room, again not a problem for us, we enjoy getting our own breakfast/coffee when we come to Pismo. It’s a well kept hotel. They don’t service the room during your stay but was very responsive to our requests for more towels & garbage removal. They kept in touch with us via text & we liked this unintrusive approach. Staff was friendly & helpful!
Comfortable bed. Clean room. Close to everything. It was conveniently located to the beach & town. We parked our car & walked where we needed to go the whole weekend… it’s just a few blocks to the beach. It was quiet for our stay. There isn’t a swimming pool but we’re there for the beach so not a problem for us. No breakfast but coffee is available to make in your room, again not a problem for us, we enjoy getting our own breakfast/coffee when we come to Pismo. It’s a well kept hotel. They don’t service the room during your stay but was very responsive to our requests for more towels & garbage removal. They kept in touch with us via text & we liked this unintrusive approach. Staff was friendly & helpful!
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Lori
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good value. Room was small, but clean and efficient. Nice email communications. Maid did not come by (2 night stay) but we could obtain more cups and coffee from office. Ada's and Rosa's both very close by and good food. Pet friendly, even welcoming.
Good value. Room was small, but clean and efficient. Nice email communications. Maid did not come by (2 night stay) but we could obtain more cups and coffee from office. Ada's and Rosa's both very close by and good food. Pet friendly, even welcoming.
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Grant
10 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Will stay there again. Great location, close to two great restaurants, Rosas and Ada’s. Friendly staff.
Will stay there again. Great location, close to two great restaurants, Rosas and Ada’s. Friendly staff.
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Isadore
31 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff really friendly conveniently located close to dining and drinks.
Staff really friendly conveniently located close to dining and drinks.
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Pedro
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and great hotel! Will be staying here again next time we come to the coast. Everything is walkable, dining, shopping and entertainment.
Great location and great hotel! Will be staying here again next time we come to the coast. Everything is walkable, dining, shopping and entertainment.
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William
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: Short walk to the beach and good food, convenient location, clean room, comfortable bed, very friendly staff, text message updates (check-in details, office closing soon, etc). Cons: Small / awkward parking spaces, outdated TV, highway nearby can be noisy Overall a good stay. Would stay here again, especially for the price. 4/5!
Pros: Short walk to the beach and good food, convenient location, clean room, comfortable bed, very friendly staff, text message updates (check-in details, office closing soon, etc). Cons: Small / awkward parking spaces, outdated TV, highway nearby can be noisy Overall a good stay. Would stay here again, especially for the price. 4/5!
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EMILIA
26 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is excellent, as it is walking distance to the beach. The room and was clean and the property was in excellent condition. My husband had a hard time figuring out how to cool down the room, as there is no thermostat and the heat/cool settings are on the unit next to the window. Hubby complained his back hurt from the mattress but I slept okay. Overall we felt like we got a good deal for what we paid to be within walking distance to the beach. And bonus: there is an excellent Italian restaurant across the street called Rosa's.
The location is excellent, as it is walking distance to the beach. The room and was clean and the property was in excellent condition. My husband had a hard time figuring out how to cool down the room, as there is no thermostat and the heat/cool settings are on the unit next to the window. Hubby complained his back hurt from the mattress but I slept okay. Overall we felt like we got a good deal for what we paid to be within walking distance to the beach. And bonus: there is an excellent Italian restaurant across the street called Rosa's.
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Victoria
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I almost didn’t want to leave a review here so that we could keep the secret to ourselves! This motel was very clean and very comfortable for our two families to stay in. It had all the amenities we needed, at a very affordable price point. Walking distance to the beach and great lunch and dinner spots. I was a bit nervous about it being close to the highway, but the noise wasn’t so bad actually. Plus points for the black out curtains. We were on the ground floor and it was still really pleasant! Thank you for a great stay!
I almost didn’t want to leave a review here so that we could keep the secret to ourselves! This motel was very clean and very comfortable for our two families to stay in. It had all the amenities we needed, at a very affordable price point. Walking distance to the beach and great lunch and dinner spots. I was a bit nervous about it being close to the highway, but the noise wasn’t so bad actually. Plus points for the black out curtains. We were on the ground floor and it was still really pleasant! Thank you for a great stay!
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kari
12 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was cute. Simple. Clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved the proximity to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Would stay here again.
Property was cute. Simple. Clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Loved the proximity to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Would stay here again.
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Warren
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The staff from the office to the maid service was extremely helpful and kind. We only stayed one evening and in season on a Friday night. It’s a motel folks not the 4 seasons or the Hilton. It has a wall air conditioner, that was what I expected and for a night or a few it’s fine. Close to walk and get good quality food. If I needed a room again, It would be fine. Thank you for wonderful friendly service.
The staff from the office to the maid service was extremely helpful and kind. We only stayed one evening and in season on a Friday night. It’s a motel folks not the 4 seasons or the Hilton. It has a wall air conditioner, that was what I expected and for a night or a few it’s fine. Close to walk and get good quality food. If I needed a room again, It would be fine. Thank you for wonderful friendly service.
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Reginald
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
It was good easy check in and check out
It was good easy check in and check out
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Irene
13 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our third time staying at Ocean Palms. Friendly to the pocketbook and to their guests.
Our third time staying at Ocean Palms. Friendly to the pocketbook and to their guests.
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Belen
8 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Came with my family. Hotel clean. Beds comfy. Nice area. Close to the freeway. 10 min walk to beach. Only thing was out AC unit was loud and had a rambling noise. But other than that I will definitely come back here to stay again!
Came with my family. Hotel clean. Beds comfy. Nice area. Close to the freeway. 10 min walk to beach. Only thing was out AC unit was loud and had a rambling noise. But other than that I will definitely come back here to stay again!
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Claire
7 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff and our room was fine!!
Friendly staff and our room was fine!!
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 21:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Ocean Palms Motel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. Parking is limited.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only. A fee of USD 30 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 30 applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The motel is located in Downtown Pismo Beach, just a 1-minute drive from Pismo Beach Pier and 7 minutes from Avila Hot Springs. It is 0.3 miles from Pismo Beach Surf Shop and Pismo State Beach, and approximately 14.1 miles from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-15: 84.43009869527435USD
- 2026-09-16: 92.57210496430206USD
- 2026-09-17: 87.46092225391388USD
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- 2026-09-22: 92.01059427941894USD
- 2026-09-23: 91.76793770262908USD
- 2026-09-24: 91.81287018928528USD
- 2026-09-25: 211.2094581988678USD
- 2026-09-26: 271.29350716264344USD
- 2026-09-27: 91.27481709990691USD
- 2026-09-28: 91.8426371906433USD
- 2026-09-29: 91.8426371906433USD
- 2026-09-30: 90.84998083511353USD
- 2026-10-01: 104.834126819458USD
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- 2026-10-03: 212.24821903962706USD
- 2026-10-04: 99.28844105905151USD
- 2026-10-05: 99.40473327838897USD
- 2026-10-06: 99.3818044040451USD
- 2026-10-07: 99.3269495836029USD
- 2026-10-08: 128.3369808555908USD
- 2026-10-09: 138.5331040827484USD
- 2026-10-10: 215.29155566574096USD
- 2026-10-11: 105.39435976153564USD
- 2026-10-12: 100.51218380996704USD
- 2026-10-13: 99.28844105905151USD
- 2026-10-14: 99.3818044040451USD
- 2026-10-15: 99.28844105905151USD
- 2026-10-16: 156.43068548364258USD
- 2026-10-17: 224.98586963909912USD
- 2026-10-18: 99.37597965925598USD
- 2026-10-19: 99.40473327838897USD
- 2026-10-20: 99.3818044040451USD
- 2026-10-21: 100.27449721208953USD
- 2026-10-22: 99.3818044040451USD
- 2026-10-23: 139.81754402293396USD
- 2026-10-24: 208.23615950253296USD
- 2026-10-25: 100.30035167685699USD
- 2026-10-26: 102.19372859005738USD
- 2026-10-27: 99.40473327838897USD
- 2026-10-28: 99.84633000398254USD
- 2026-10-29: 102.68243437108612USD
- 2026-10-30: 161.8094715975952USD
- 2026-10-31: 209.65949449168394USD
- 2026-11-01: 96.39800178064728USD
- 2026-11-02: 98.26192892518615USD
- 2026-11-03: 96.39800178064728USD
- 2026-11-04: 96.02217796746825USD
- 2026-11-05: 95.95332084828186USD
- 2026-11-06: 150.55550069577026USD
- 2026-11-07: 229.64656429637145USD
- 2026-11-08: 96.84210111973572USD
- 2026-11-09: 95.97599417406464USD
- 2026-11-10: 96.39800178064728USD
- 2026-11-11: 99.06959455854035USD
- 2026-11-12: 99.09564288773346USD
- 2026-11-13: 158.8968700905304USD
- 2026-11-14: 224.39440690045166USD
- 2026-11-15: 105.2805613436737USD
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day plus USD 30 one-time cleaning fee
- 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.
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