Blue Seal Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Pismo Beach Pier

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Queen Bed, Non-Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Air conditioning
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Property entrance
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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230 Dolliver St, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Bed, Non-Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 3 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

Located in Downtown Pismo Beach, Blue Seal Inn is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo Beach Premium Outlets. The 26 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pismo State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizmo Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Blue Seal Inn

Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Pismo Beach Pier
At Blue Seal Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and limo/town car service. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Blue Seal Inn
Blue Seal Inn Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Pismo Beach
Seal Inn
Blue Seal Hotel Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn Motel
Blue Seal Inn Pismo Beach
Blue Seal Inn Motel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Blue Seal Inn?

Blue Seal Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Blue Seal Inn?

This motel is situated in Downtown Pismo Beach, just steps from Pismo Beach Surf Shop, and within a 10-minute walk of Pismo Beach Pier and Pismo State Beach. You'll also find Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and Monarch Butterfly Grove less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Blue Seal Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Blue Seal Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Blue Seal Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Blue Seal Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Blue Seal Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a car service plus some guestrooms include kitchens and pool views.

Are there hot tubs at Blue Seal Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Blue Seal Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Blue Seal Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Blue Seal Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Blue Seal Inn for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 25.00 per night is collected.

Does Blue Seal Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Blue Seal Inn?

The closest major airport to Blue Seal Inn is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 8.7 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is located 24.7 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Blue Seal Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Blue Seal Inn.

Blue Seal Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 541 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 541 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 541 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 541 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 159 out of 541 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Delia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Herb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the pier
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Oasis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

S

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room window had a busted slab, could see right into the room from the street. i asked for it to be addressed, since at that price this was insane, and the manager told me he would bring me extra towels to shove into the blinds. Then never brought the towels. It was the WORST.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hair cn the sheets patches on walls
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. Got the same exact room that we got a year ago and felt right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couldn’t get our TV to work until the morning we had to call the manager also they didn’t leave any extra toilet paper in our room and of course we had no toilet paper so we had to wait for the morning to get toilet paper was kind of an inconvenience they need to put extra rolls in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

S

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fair for price

Not bad for price. No wash cloths in room. Floor dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yu Xiang

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gineese

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and quiet little area, very close to the beach which was really nice we were able to just walk over.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Reynaldo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice beach trip
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dr. Tricia

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The toilet didn’t flush. The room was dirty. I will NEVER stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025