The Palomar Inn  

On Shell Beach’s quiet cliffs in Pismo Beach, this pet-friendly motel sits minutes from Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs. Margo Dodd Park, The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve are nearby. Restaurants, shops and local wine bars are within walking distance.

A small 14-room property with garden and terrace views and a casual, coastal vibe. Rooms come with refrigerators, microwaves, flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers and private baths with complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Suites and kitchenettes are available, plus weekly rates for longer stays.

Free Wi‑Fi and free self-parking on site. Picnic area and barbecue grills for laid-back meals, plus an on-site hair salon and laundry services. 24-hour front desk with express check-in and check-out keeps arrivals simple — and you can wake to sea-breeze mornings from the terrace.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi and in-room desks help you stay connected. Phones with free local calls and weekday newspapers add small conveniences for work and travel.

Bring your own picnic or fire up the barbecue grills on site. A short walk takes you to local restaurants and wine spots, including nearby Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop and Sans Liege Wines.