The Palomar Inn

Name: The Palomar Inn
Address: 1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, California, United States of America, Pismo Beach, California, United States of America
Rating: 7.3

"Immaculate beds"

"Conveniently located"

"Great nearby shopping"

Amenities

Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Cycling
Fishing

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Property description

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this motel include a hair salon, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

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Guest reviews

7.3

Good

Based on 525 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

9%

Couple

53%

Family

18%

Group

11%

Solo

6%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Reviews of The Palomar Inn describe a simple, budget-friendly stay with a standout location near the beach, restaurants, and a coffee shop, with many guests noting clean, comfortable rooms and friendly staff.

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6

Clara

2 weeks ago

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Stayed 2 nights

I am appalled at the condition of my stay this time. The bed in the spare room was not clean, full of hair. Several wolf spider's found lurking about. I really liked this place in the past but I do not think I will stay again.

4

Kacie

Apr 21, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a family room they doubled booked a gave our room away. I have a child with special needs and had to split my family up. The room they gave us was a full and had no room. The room was dated. Tile in the bathroom didn’t meet up to the wall a could see the concrete and dirt.

10

Maryruth

Apr 17, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Yes parking was very easy. Friendly staff and close to everything Shell Beach has to offer

10

Amy

Mar 31, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

I really like this hotel. It’s in a absolutely fantastic area, cute and cozy. The only issue we had was the water pressure in the shower. Other than that everything was great👍🤗

10

Paloma

Mar 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay, comfortable beds, perfect walk to dining and coffee.

1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, California, United States of America

Location

With a stay at The Palomar Inn in Pismo Beach (Shell Beach), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier. This motel is 11 mi (17.8 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Eldwayen Ocean Park.

Eldwayen Ocean Park(0.3 miles)

Margo Dodd Park(0.6 miles)

Dinosaur Caves Park(0.6 miles)

The Spa at Dolphin Bay(1.1 miles)

Pismo State Beach(1.8 miles)

Pismo Preserve(2 miles)

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From 16:00 to 23:30

Before 12:30

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