Cottage Inn By The Sea

3.0 star property
Salt air and outdoor pool, near Pismo Beach Pier

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Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this room's window, overlooking a serene coastal landscape with a picturesque pier.
Relax by the ocean with a refreshing swim in our rooftop pool, surrounded by lounge chairs and a bar.
Relax by the fire pit in a serene beachside setting, surrounded by comfortable seating and scenic ocean views.
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from the comfort of your room, featuring a large bay window with a round table and two chairs.
Relax by the ocean with a clear view from the pool, surrounded by a seating area with a table and chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Resort View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

2 Queens, Ocean Front 1st Floor Patio

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Resort View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Fireplace

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

Cottage Inn By The Sea is a short stroll from Pismo State Beach and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop. This 80-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Pismo State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pismo Preserve - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 10 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Boardroom Beer Pub - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Pismo Beach Pier
Guests staying at Cottage Inn By The Sea enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Self parking is available for USD 10 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 14 for adults and USD 5 to 14 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 14 for adults, and USD 5 to 14 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

Cottage Inn By The Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

As of Aug 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage Inn By The Sea on Sep 3, 2025 start from $201.52, excluding 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.

What's there to do close to Cottage Inn By The Sea?

This hotel is located in Pismo Beach, a short 8-minute walk from Pismo State Beach and also 17 minutes on foot from Pismo Preserve. You'll also find Pismo Beach Pier and Avila Hot Springs within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 10 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Cottage Inn By The Sea have a casino?

No, Cottage Inn By The Sea doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and ocean views.

Does Cottage Inn By The Sea have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Cottage Inn By The Sea feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Cottage Inn By The Sea offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Cottage Inn By The Sea allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Cottage Inn By The Sea for a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

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

Where is the closest airport to Cottage Inn By The Sea?

The closest major airport to Cottage Inn By The Sea is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 11.7 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is located 27.9 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Cottage Inn By The Sea?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy ocean or resort views.

Cottage Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 689 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1067 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room very homie and loved the pool area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cottage Inn By The Sea is in a beautiful location on the bluffs overlooking the ocean. They have an outside pool and jetted hot tub. Our room as ocean view (be sure to request ocean view) and and fireplace and comfy view balcony near several outdoor fire pits. Great place.Well managed. Starbuck's coffee in the room and in breakfast room with tasty breakfast burritos and other treats that you can buy. We'll be back !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
My room was below a flight of stairs. So I had noise late at night and early morning. Room was just okay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute patio area for rooms with dogs. Loved the fire pits with a view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mimi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
There was an added $10 per day parking fee. Which is strange, since it is essentially us a motel layout. Very minimal on amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the close location to the beach and the walkway above the beach. We also enjoyed the sitting areas and the firepits.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

jared

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben B

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the stairs with access to the beach, and the area over looking the beach and the lobby sells s’mores packets to make by the fire while over looking the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our stay was amazing up until the last night when our downstairs neighbors were up party from 5pm to 6am in the morning screaming we couldn’t sleep at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris, Rancho Cordova

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to restaurants and sight seeing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy this place. Thought parking was part of the deal. Got surcharged on parking. Did not like that.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

teresa

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
MY boyfriend and I love staying here. The view, pool and jacuzzi, and on top of that a beautiful view of the beach with coastal access. We can't ask for anything more. They also sell delicious smore packages in the front ready to go for the fire pits!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025