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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
On the beach, white sand
Point of interest
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

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Map
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Pismo State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial View 2 Queens)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Partial View King)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Partial View King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Traditional 2 Queens)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Traditional 2 Queens)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Patio or Balcony) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Patio or Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5-star hotel in Downtown Pismo Beach
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and self parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach offers 75 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This beach hotel also offers a rooftop terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-out. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Deck - This beachfront bistro serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Deck

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1985
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Sandcastle Inn
Sandcastle Inn Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Hotel Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Hotel Beach Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Hotel Beach
Sandcastle Beach Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Beach
Sandcastle On The Pismo
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Hotel
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Pismo Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Hotel Pismo Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 796 out of 1286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1286 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff did really well. However it is an older property, with less amenities. I would like to see that reflected in the room rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

lisa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time. Close proximity to the beach and walking distance to many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Donovan

Liked: Staff & service
Cleanliness all around the property could be better. Other than that great stay. Great property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena, Oxnard

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Lots of shops and restaurants around. Right in the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. The location is excellent and right on the beach, it is walking distance to the pier, restaurants, etc. We stayed in the main building. Staff was very friendly at check in, and they lend you beach chairs and towels and buckets to take to the beach. It is not a ‘resort’ so there is no pool or anything, only a front patio area-which is nice and comfortable with great views- and there is a small cafe offering some food and drink options. We stayed in the main building and were comfortable. We will likely be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel, Somerton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, on the beach. Exceptional staff at front desk. Very clean and safe. rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Yaya
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Orestes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views! Very close to great dining selections! Will continue to stay here when we return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Steven

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Don’t be fooled by the photos. The outside patio area is great, but the room was, to my wife and I, was not worth it. Maybe the main hotel is nicer, but the separate building to us was gross. The curtains to the sliding glass doors has dark spots on it like either blood or some other stain. The bathtub has rust on the shower floor and on the outside. The tub itself had a divot in it and water would pool there. Even the water felt off. And, the food/drink area, on weekends closes at 9, but I was told they close at 8 even signs said otherwise. I hadn’t ate all day and wanted food and the lady making someone’s food said that they were closed. The outside patio area is very nice and my kids enjoyed making smores. We had high hopes looking at the photos, but this hotel didn’t live up to the hype. This is the only time my family and I will stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was in a detached building in the back which was a little disappointing. The room we got was comparable to any motel in the area for triple the price. Unless you’re paying for ocean front this place isn’t worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot , welcoming staff, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Sandcastle with beach front view and it was the best vacation ever because we were right there on the beach. We had a second story patio, got carry out at a new Mediterranean Cusine up the street. Brought it home with a glass of wine and watched the sun set just about every night. Got up and was out on the beach walking in the water for hours. It was great exercise. They also have great appetizers and wine, breakfast foods that are really good. And the staff are about and about checking to make sure the guests are well taken care of. I liked all of the staff, but superlatives were Brigette and Issac. Just calm happy people who listen to what you need with a friendly smile. A great staff of approachable people. 5 out 5 stars from me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has an onsite cafe that has limited hours and is very expensive. Great views and you can't get any closer to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. The little cafe on property was convenient with great staff. I didn’t mind paying the $25 to park per day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024