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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 star property
Sea view hotel with bar/lounge, near Pismo Beach Pier

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Partial View King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Traditional 2 Queens)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Patio or Balcony)

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

What's nearby

  • Pismo State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 3 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Boardroom - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Hotel near Pismo State Beach
Located close to Pismo Beach Pier and Monarch Butterfly Grove, Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach provides a rooftop terrace, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. With amenities such as a white sand beach and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site restaurant, The Deck, offers breakfast, dinner, light fare and ocean views. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, a lift and a front desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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
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.

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 a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach on 13 Mar 2025 start from AU$276.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach?

Self-parking is available for USD 25.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach located?

Located in Downtown Pismo Beach, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. Monarch Butterfly Grove and Avila Hot Springs are also within 6 mi (10 km). Grover Beach Station is 30 minutes by foot.

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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 821 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1294 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Great place to stay. Safe for families.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Right on the beach perfect for relaxing and being able to walk around
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Wonderful spot right on the beach. Great location, staff was friendly, clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Recommended, close to Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol and Doug

would be my first recommendation to any friend so a beautiful stay in Pismo
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Love everything about Sandcastle Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Great location, loved that there’s a Starbucks and breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great location and beachside lounge
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

It’s a great place to stay near the pier in Pismo
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Ocean front view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

It was very very pleasant and Joseph was a great help to us through and through.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Very clean and right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Fantastic beach front property! Will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Everything was great, beds were comfy, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

It is a beautiful view from our room, and it is so relaxing! I will do again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

The Sandcastle was such a nice hotel. The bed was comfortable, the shower is good sized with a great showerhead. Great location to our friends staying at PCV. Great location. We’re looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

It was awesome. We have stayed here over the years and have been grateful. The staff has always been the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

It was great! We were able to walk to everything and right on the beach. It was quiet but nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Guilherme

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. I personally thought the hotel was overpriced given its facilities (no pool, no hot tub, small coffee shop - NOT a restaurant). I was also very disappointed to learn parking was $25/day for guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Amazing experience for a good price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

America

Very close to the beach, I loved the deck with the nice fire pits
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

luis

Very nice place..beds are comfortable..i like that there is a Starbucks in the hotel, very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

The room itself is pleasant but plain. However, the property’s proximity to the beach is fantastic! Also, please note that there is a $25/day parking fee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024