Shell Beach Travel Guide
Pismo Beach
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Popular places to visit
Eldwayen Ocean Park
Learn about the local history of Pismo Beach when you spend time at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Margo Dodd Park
After visiting Margo Dodd Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pismo Beach. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Pismo Beach Pier
Watch whales from the benches that flank this long pier offering unobstructed vistas of the ocean and the hilly environs.
Monarch Butterfly Grove
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets during your stay in Pismo Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
The Spa at Dolphin Bay
You can take time to visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay during your travels to Pismo Beach. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Paso Robles Wine Tour - Self-Guided Audio Experience
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: GPS-Guided Walking Audio Tour Via App
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Top hotels in Shell Beach
Shell Beach Inn
We love this hotel! It is a small quaint hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Had an excellent stay at Edgewater Inn and Suites! The room was very clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The location is perfect—close to the beach and within walking distance to great spots around ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Bed bugs I got from this hotel ruined my trip. My family and I arrived about 10pm and left about 9:30am the next morning for a quick stop on our way. In that brief time I was bitten many times by bed bugs. I have had to send pictures of my body where I was bitten to Expedia and the hotel and gone ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
The only bad thing that we saw was a worker in the breakfast room she was very rude , other than that our stay was great
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Madonna Inn
The room was cute!! Other one was very sweet and cute and what a fun hotel to stay at!! lots to look at!! I have to say the bathrooms are phenomenal. Whether it’s in the lobby or in your room. It’s pretty remarkable.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Spyglass Inn
The room is tired.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Beach
Saint Andrews
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint Andrews and surrounding area, you can visit The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Pismo Preserve.
South Palisades
While there might not be top attractions in South Palisades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Spa at Dolphin Bay and Avila Hot Springs.
Downtown Pismo Beach
If you're spending some time in Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
Pismo Heights
Though Pismo Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Surf Shop.
Sunset Palisades
While Sunset Palisades isn't home to many top sights, Avila Hot Springs and The Spa at Dolphin Bay are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pacific Estates
Though Pacific Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Price Anniversary House and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets.
