The Palomar Inn

Motel in Pismo Beach with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

26

November 2025

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Restaurant

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

1601 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

Place, Pismo Preserve
‪5 min walk‬
Place, The Spa at Dolphin Bay
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Pismo Beach Pier
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

Located in Shell Beach, The Palomar Inn is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Eldwayen Ocean Park and Margo Dodd Park. Each of the 14 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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What's nearby

Pismo Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
The Spa at Dolphin Bay - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
Avila Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
Pismo Beach Pier - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
Monarch Butterfly Grove - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

Grover Beach Station - 13 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min drive
‪Wooly's - ‬4 min drive
‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min drive
‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬4 min drive
‪Blast & Brew - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Palomar Inn

Motel in Pismo Beach with free parking

Guests of The Palomar Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.

32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.

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

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Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

$82 nightly

Nov 23 - Nov 24

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Hair salon
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

1 floor
2 buildings
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Microwave
Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 25

Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Guests will receive lockbox information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 30.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per night
Dogs and cats only
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 100 per night
Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
A late check-out fee will be charged
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Palomar Inn

Palomar Inn Pismo Beach

Palomar Pismo Beach

The Palomar Inn Motel

The Palomar Inn Pismo Beach

The Palomar Inn Motel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Palomar Inn?

The Palomar Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Palomar Inn?

This motel is situated in Shell Beach within a short 6-minute walk of Eldwayen Ocean Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Margo Dodd Park. You'll also find Avila Hot Springs and Pismo Beach Pier within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Palomar Inn?

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

Does The Palomar Inn have a casino at the property?

No, The Palomar Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Palomar Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Palomar Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a terrace and a hair salon plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes.

Are there hot tubs at The Palomar Inn?

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

Does The Palomar Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Palomar Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Palomar Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Palomar Inn for a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 100 per night is collected.

Does The Palomar Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Palomar Inn?

The closest major airport to The Palomar Inn is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is 10.2 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is located 26.8 mi away (30-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Palomar Inn?

No, at The Palomar Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.