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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Pismo Beach Pier

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Terrace/patio
Breakfast and dinner served, beach views
Lobby
Exterior
Property entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Place, Pismo State Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Monarch Butterfly Grove
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Traditional 2 Queens)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Partial View King)

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

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

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Pismo Beach

On the beach.A stay at this Downtown Pismo Beach hotel places you steps from Pismo Beach Pier and within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach. Also, Monarch Butterfly Grove is within 2 miles (3 km) and Avila Hot Springs is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Pismo State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Pismo Beach Pier
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach also features a rooftop terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-out. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Pismo Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach offers 75 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • 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

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bodyboard
  • Free bicycle rentals

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

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 available
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: USD 120 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 for adults, and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 30.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 120 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 999 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1515 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1515 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous. I am enjoying my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Perris

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sandcastle is a great beachfront hotel with unbeatable views. Our room was spacious with a quarter view of the beach within seconds of the boardwalk! Our pup loved it and didn't want to go back home. The Deck dining has great coffee and top tier ocean/beach view. Great stay, recommended.Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Odd-not worth the money

Odd. It’s my summary word. People in Pismo, odd. Low quality food served at seemingly high quality beach front hotel-odd. Restaurant says open til 9 but won’t serve anything but alcohol at 8:10-odd. Gorgeous exterior with $40/night parking but noise inside like a motel 6-odd
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajpreet

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

H Bradley, Lake Isabella

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

JACOB

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dear Sandcastle Hotel Team, I recently had the pleasure of staying at your hotel, and I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with you. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warm, friendly smiles from your staff, which set the tone for a delightful visit. The accommodations were immaculate, with a stunning view of the beach that truly enhanced my stay. I appreciated the thoughtful amenities provided in the room, which made it feel comfortable and welcoming. Furthermore, the on-site restaurant offered fantastic dining options, and the breakfast buffet was a highlight – fresh, diverse, and delicious. I also enjoyed the various activities available nearby and found the location to be ideal for exploring the local attractions. Overall, my experience at the Sandcastle Hotel exceeded my expectations, and I'll be sure to recommend it to friends and family looking for a getaway. Thank you for a wonderful stay! Best regards, Matthew Davis
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ho, Milpitas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location! Walking distance to everything you need. We really enjoyed the free (2 hr) bike rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Travelled with family
Great location but very overpriced compared to other properties. At almost $500 a night, $5 for a bottle of water to make terrible coffee in the room was a bit much. No complimentary breakfast or water, no complimentary coffee in the lobby and the fire pits/couches outside were dirty. We checked in later about 8:30 pm and grabbed a bottle of wine to unwind and enjoy the ocean breeze. The “snack counter/bar” was closing at 9:00 so we rushed to get a bottle. Go up to the 3rd floor deck, which supposedly closed at 10:00 and they started turning off fire pits at 9:30 on a Saturday night mind you. They booted us about 10 minutes before 10:00. . . on a Saturday night. Nice property, but there’s too many good places in the area for the same or less money. Our sink was also clogged and the ceiling over the shower was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly, SIMI VALLEY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and convenient. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Had a great time always enjoy staying at the Sandcastle only negative they’re overnight parking $30 a night seems a little high, especially for what you pay for a room other than that everything was a 10
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! Our room smelled a bit like pet urine and there was a
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richik

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, walkable distance to the main shopping area and Pismo Beach sign
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast would have been better using real eggs. Other than that everything was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ivorn

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

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was hair on the bathroom wall from the previous occupants. Looks like the cleaning person forgot to look all around the bathroom. It was long dark hair.., grossed me out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the beach! Cafe food offerings could be expanded.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

vigen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved the location! Walking distance to pier and local restaurants. Lovely decor and staff! The outside sitting area with propane, fire pits have a beautiful ocean front view. Also offered complementary beach, chairs and towels during our stay, which I thought was a huge bonus being out of town. Nice refrigerator in the room. The only thing I would change is having an extra blanket in the closet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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