Name: American Inn - Grover beach - Pismo Beach
Address: 135 South 5th Street, Grover Beach, California, United States of America, Grover Beach, California, US
Price range: $70–$170 per night
Rating: 7.47

What guests think

At American Inn - Grover beach - Pismo Beach, travelers often find welcoming staff, budget-friendly rates, and a convenient spot near the coast, while trade‑offs include modest features typical of an older roadside property.

Many reviews praise very clean rooms and refreshed bathrooms, though a smaller number reported stained linens or hair. Service is often friendly and accommodating, but a few guests encountered strict policies, unexpected fees, or brusque interactions. Noise transfer is common due to thin walls and some loud AC or heater units, and parking can feel tight with no on-site ice machine noted by several reviewers. Expect a basic, budget stay near the beach.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available but can be tight. Several reviews note there is no ice machine; the property is pet friendly, typically with additional fees.

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Jana

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

For a reasonably priced motel it was excellent. There was no ice machines.

8

Darrell

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Small parking but overall it works

10

Mark

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was clean and had good amenities for the price. It was a decent basic room - I just needed a place to sleep for me and my dogs. They are dog friendly but pets do incite a charge - something I missed because it was buried so deep on the site. I usually stay at Motel6 because they are dog friendly and no extra cost for dogs. I have three and do lots of solo traveling so I have to take my pups as I don’t have anybody to watch them at home or on the road. Per dog charges can really increase the bill - so the hotels.con site should as not just how many adults & children but how many dogs - so it can tell you the charges for dogs or no charge instead of it being buried on the website. I have a ton of critiques for the hotel.com website ( I did web design, programming, information architecture, etc for 15 years) but this isn’t about the hotels.com website. My only critique of the place I stayed at is they do have a dog area but it was locked up.

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Dolores

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Was convenient, only wish there was an ice machine. But was clean and afffordable close to everything.

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Elisha

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

If you are able to look past the upleasant view from your window and the surrounding areas then you'll be happy. Our stay was comfortable and the room was very clean. Staff is very present so that is reassuring. For those who have trucks just beware that parking is very tight. Overall, our short stay went well.

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Joel

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No ice. What American hotel doesn’t have ice! Fridge didn’t work. Bed sheets were not fitted.

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Desiree

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was difficult, but solid spot to stay

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Jonathan

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was clean and well set up. Parking was convenient and safe. Lots of dining and shopping nearby. Quiet.

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Angela

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy. The hotel was in a good location, convenient to a lot of businesses. The room was clean but didn’t feel secure. The front door did not have any internal locking mechanisms such as a door bolt. The bathroom window was small but didn’t lock. There was a large gap under the door that any creepy crawler could have walked under. Finally, we could not locate an ice machine.

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Jason

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location with free parking. Room was clean. Pillows were pretty firm. Tv had tons of channels. Fridge inside. I think overall this was a great stay at a GREAT price

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Cleanliness

Rooms are frequently described as very clean, with many noting refreshed bathrooms. A smaller set of reviews cited stained or unclean linens.

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Martin

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel, very clean, modern room and you can tell that the owner really cares about his guests. They have all the amenities you need. Staff is very friendly and available for any help you may need. Great experience!

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Jarred

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There is pubic hair all over the bathroom and the sheets are stains with what it looks like pee. I counted over 20 pieces of hair all over the bedding and even saw a dead bug. The manager in charge is extremely disrespectful and dismissive. He will yell at you if you ask for reimbursement for not choosing to stay in a unkept room. Between them not washing the sheet and strands of black curly hairs everywhere. There was also white crumbs all over the remote control for the tv. If I could give this review NO STARS I would. There is no way this meets health standards for guest!! This room is extremely unhigienic and should be reported! Do not stay there!!!

10

Noreen

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were exceptionally clean and neat. The onsite staff was very accommodating and I would definitely stay again.

10

Rebecca

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room is super clean, friendly owners, bed is comfortable. Easy access to the beach. Walkable distance to restaurants and stores.

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Sabine

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and quiet place for a good value. I liked how they provided unique amenities like earplugs and makeup remover wipes. I wish they included lotion as my skin gets really dry, but it's not a big deal. I would stay here again!

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Stephenie Netzke

Mar 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and updated. Very kind manager

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Jason

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location with free parking. Room was clean. Pillows were pretty firm. Tv had tons of channels. Fridge inside. I think overall this was a great stay at a GREAT price

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Tarek

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beds in both rooms we stayed at had hairs. Manager was rude.

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Stephanie

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and had everything you could need when away from home warm comfortable bed small fridge, microwave, coffee maker, iron, big bathroom I would definitely stay again

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Ayelet

Sep 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, pleasant and friendly staff, comfortable renovated room and bathroom. Fantastic for travelers

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Rooms

Rooms are simple with some modernized bathrooms and walk-in showers, but many guests report thin walls and noise from neighbors and loud AC or heater units. Mattresses tend to be firm, and TV options are basic for some.

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Bill

May 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean convenient place to sleep. Nice bathroom and shower. Second floor king size bed.

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Max

Jan 2, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room friendly staff. Just loud next door neighbors and paper thin walls

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Francisco

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were friendly, room was clean. For the price and area was good. The only negative was there was absolutely no sound proofing. You could hear everything next door. Alarm clock sounded like it could have been in our room, dresser drawers opening and closing.

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Steve

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very thin walls and ceiling I can hear the people walking around upstairs as if they were in my room. The bed springs and the bed not too comfortable in the springs were very noisy as if they were rusty or something every time you move around you hear big clunk… also they did not have a smart TV. Only DIRECTV channels cannot watch your Netflix or Amazon.

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Mark

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great except the AC /Heater unit is very loud…too loud.

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Karen

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The walls were thin, you could hear toilets flushing and people talking in the next room. We were there for one night and it was inexpensive. The bed was comfy and it served its purpose.

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Tracy

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in process was quick and smooth, the front desk was welcoming. Rooms updated with laminate flooring and bathrooms were nice and modern. Appreciated the new a/c unit. Cons: walls were thin and you could hear neighbors, nice of motel to offer foam earplugs.

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Carmen

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a pleasure staying Love the walk in shower

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Erika

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to beach. Clean room. Wouldn't stay more than 1 night. Extra-extra firm mattress. Staff was pleasant.

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JOSE LUIS MARQUEZ

Jun 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Air conditioner too loud, they had packages of ear plugs but manager did not comment on it upon check in. Coffee maker left dirty and left a single coffee bag for the 2 night stay. Definitely would not stay there again or recommend it.

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Service

Service is often friendly, helpful, and accommodating with easy check-in. Some guests reported rude or intrusive interactions, unexpected deposits/fees, or policy misunderstandings.

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Martin

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel, very clean, modern room and you can tell that the owner really cares about his guests. They have all the amenities you need. Staff is very friendly and available for any help you may need. Great experience!

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Kelly

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff manager/owner was really rude and made the stay experience uncomfortable. I will not stay here and will not recommend this place to anyone. He is the type of person who spies on you when you are taking your luggage to the room. We checked in at 3:PM and once we were in the room my kids were playing and this man, assuming he is the owner or manager ran up to me and said my kids were too noisy and to tell them to be quiet because they were scaring the guest who were checking in. Mind you, my kids are toddlers ages 1 and 2 years old, were just exited. I politely asked him if I can switch rooms to downstairs and he rudely said no and demanded that I take my kids to the beach, pointing with his hand. We left to the beach and came back late night and my check-in card did not work. I had to go down stairs to let the office staff know. The young kid who attended me was nice and apologized for the inconvenience. We were all tired and just wanted to shower and go to sleep.

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Jennifer

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My cousin and I went on a quick trip and decided we would stay. Manish was so great when I checked in he gave me all the info and was super friendly. It was quiet and peaceful and clean. Def would stay again

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Laura

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service

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Makenna

May 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Clerk demanded a cash deposit upon check in. Would not let me use my valid credit card for the deposit. Decided not to check in and they would not give me a refund, is that even legal?

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Ash P.

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Upon arrival, the the manager made it difficult to check in, rudely demanded my service animal’s registration, $100 cash for incidentals, and on top of that, the shower and phone in the room were not even working. Therefore, I had to walk to the office, wait for the manager to wake up so get me shower fixed. First, he confirmed that the phones don’t work, next he told ME to fix my shower myself. (Where maintenance?!)Then, he asked me to get out of my room he can try. He made me move to the other side of the street while doing so because he seemed terrified of my very friendly service animal. He fixed my shower and when trying to thank him, he literally just walked away and said nothing. As someone who works in this industry, I was shocked at how someone who lacks basic customer service and hospitality skills could a run a hotel. Will never be back again and would NOT recommend to anyone.

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Solomon

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our situation had changed and we weren't able to check in until after 1am. The owner/manager was very accommodating & happily checked us in at that late hour. You won't find a better (basic) motel in this area for the price.

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Laird

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was rude and refused to help and did not want to show us a room when we asked, We asked for help and they refused

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Yesenia

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The front staff were very nice and helped in everything we needed. We felt safe.

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Ruby

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The male working the front desk was very very nosey. He assumed I was lying about who was staying with me. I made it very clear to him it was 2 adults and 2 kids and he charged me for the kids. I was traveling with other family who were not staying there or with me and he kept asking them questions and literally following them around the premises to see where they were going and when they were leaving. They made it clear to him two or three times that they were picking something up from me. Overall that was extremely uncomfortable! And he promised a refund for charging me extra for my kids. And I have yet to get that. I would not recommend this place.

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Location

Convenient to Pismo Beach, Oceano Dunes, the pier, and transit, with several finding the area quiet and walkable to restaurants. A few described the surroundings as sketchy or affected by road construction.

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Eloisa

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great stay. It was close to pismo pier and the outlet.

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VERONICA

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I love how it’s so close to the Amtrak station and the Oceano Dunes state beach. I also love how close it’s to bus #21 to Pismo Beach! I don’t like the road closures in both directions on West Grand Street due to construction. The bus does not stop on West Grand and north 6th Street due to street closure in both directions.

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Rebecca

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room is super clean, friendly owners, bed is comfortable. Easy access to the beach. Walkable distance to restaurants and stores.

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Monica

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I didn’t even stay. I wish I could have half of what I paid back. The staff was good. But the rooms are not anything as seen or as described on Expedia. It looks like a ran down motel 6. Broken appliances. The bathrooms and rooms look like lived in hotel rooms where people have stayed for a very long time and then someone comes and cleans them. It’s gross, I just used the room to change and went out for 4 hrs came back and checked out. The area is so sketch too. I would have paid more to stay somewhere cleaner and safer.

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Trevor

Apr 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great value. good location - walking distance to restaurants, beach and train station.

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Sergio

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I really liked how convenient it was to the beach and the nearby area was really nice as well. It was quiet and very adequate, I would come back and stay here again, the front desk person was very nice and helpful (:

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Hui

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very kind and helpful and the location was excellent!

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Terry

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel very close to beach to drive on if you like. If you get dirty there’s a coin op car wash 2-3 blocks from the hotel room for easy clean up. Good food right around here also.

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John

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lots of noise. Pickup trucks coming and going. A couple of 20 year olds loitering outside in the parking lot. Police cars came on 5th street to talk to a guy with their lights flashing. Just not a place I would stay at again. This is my second visit. Not good.

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Lester

Dec 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

good location

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Month	Average price
January	$111
February	$95
March	$76
April	$82
May	$123
June	$128
July	$137
August	$126
September	$137
October	$167
November	$147
December	$80

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $73	2 $138	3 $165
4 $74	5 $73	6 $74	7 $74	8 $73	9 $140	10 $164
11 $74	12 $74	13 $74	14 $75	15 $74	16 $139	17 $165
18 $74	19 $74	20 $73	21 $74	22 $74	23 $137	24 $165
25 $75	26 $75	27 $76	28 $76	29 $76	30 $141	31 $170

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