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Shell Beach Inn
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Shell Beach Inn

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (427)
The price is $149
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Shell Beach Inn
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October
Moderate crowds
High 23°C / low 14°C. Sunny most days.
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Top landmarks in Shell Beach

Margo Dodd Park

4.1/5 (120 reviews)
Margo Dodd Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Shell Beach. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
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Eldwayen Ocean Park

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Eldwayen Ocean Park— just one of the monuments in Shell Beach.
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Check out reviews of Shell Beach hotels guests love

Shore Cliff Hotel

Shore Cliff Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Love the view! Friendly staff and a great check in "
Allison 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Shore Cliff Hotel
Find out more about Shell Beach

What's Shell Beach Like?

In Shell Beach, you can easily get to the beach. Nature lovers can visit Margo Dodd Park. There's plenty more to see, including Eldwayen Ocean Park.

How to Get to Shell Beach

Flying to:

  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Shell Beach
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from Shell Beach

Things to See and Do in and around Shell Beach

Things to See near Shell Beach:

  • Eldwayen Ocean Park (0.3 mi/0.4 km away)
  • Pismo Beach Pier (2 mi/3.3 km away)
  • Pismo State Beach (2.5 mi/4 km away)
  • Avila Hot Springs (2.5 mi/4 km away)
  • North Beach Campground (2.6 mi/4.2 km away)

Things to Do near Shell Beach:

  • The Spa at Dolphin Bay (1.2 mi/1.9 km away)
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets (2.9 mi/4.6 km away)
  • Pismo Beach Golf Course (3.1 mi/5 km away)
  • Avila Beach Golf Resort (4.2 mi/6.8 km away)
  • Central Coast Casino (3.5 mi/5.6 km away)

When Is the Best Time to Visit Pismo Beach?

  • Hottest months: September, August, July, October (average 66°F)
  • Coldest months: February, January, December, March (average 53°F)
  • Rainiest months: January, December, March, February (average 3 inches of rainfall)

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