Set halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Pismo Beach is a cracking coastal spot for a road trip break or a few days of Californian sunshine and surfing. The additional draw of excellent nearby wineries has made the town increasingly popular with visitors, and there is a good range of accommodation available. With gorgeous Pacific Ocean sunsets to savour, most of the best places to stay in Pismo Beach are right on the seafront.
If you’re dreaming of long days spent surfing, bodyboarding and building sandcastles, Pismo Beach is a wonderfully laid-back base with an appealing retro vibe. Hire boards from one of the many beachfront surf shops and ride the waves as a family, or have a lesson to help you nail the basics. The town's iconic pier is a fun place to try fishing, or simply to marvel at the sunset. The kids will adore Pismo Beach Pier Plaza, too!
Beyond the beach, there’s horse riding, ATV adventures on the dunes, and the famed Monarch Butterfly Grove to admire, home to gorgeous winged wonders during the winter months. Hop in the car to tour nearby San Luis Obispo County vineyards, where you can taste a glass or two of the good stuff and learn about Californian winemaking. Day trips to the trendy shops and eateries of coastal Cambria are also lovely, as is discovering the 250+ wineries of Paso Robles, just 45 minutes away.
A classic choice for a beach break whilst on the road-trip-of-a-lifetime along Highway 101 or the legendary Pacific Coast Highway, Pismo Beach is perfect for kicking back as a couple, group or family. The best places to stay in Pismo Beach fill up fast — book your stay well in advance to avoid missing out!
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Pismo Beach (California)
An English inspired countryside Inn situated right on Pismo Beach. Rooms are spacious and warm with fireplaces and breathtaking views overlooking the Pacific ocean. On a scorching hot day make use of the pool and beach. Well located just 10 minutes from downtown Pismo's shops and restaurants.
Pismo Beach
Glam ocean-front resort with direct beach access. Designed in the style of a classic Cali beach house, contemporary-chic rooms feature fresh nautical palette, over-sized bathrooms and panoramic views. Enjoy varied activities, outdoor pool, lawn and sea-view dining. Laid-back California living.
Pismo Beach
A fantastic beach resort made up of well-equipped bedroom apartments; expect large kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms, washing facilities and sea-view balconies. Elegant decoration is a Californian take on Mediterranean style. Family-friendly with fun guaranteed.