The Cliffs Resort
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--CA/Pismo_Beach/The_Cliffs_Resort.h43619/
Hotel Overview
Wonderful anniversary
The hotel's ocean cliff views were breath taking! The pool was fun and relaxing. The bed was cozy....
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Lane Getaway
- Apr 29, 2013
Beautiful Best Hotel in this area
It truly is the best most beautiful hotel in this area. Everything was perfect and we could not...
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gjones01
- Jun 12, 2012
Elegant hotel overlooking Shell Beach in Central California
Cliffs Resort, overlooking Shell Beach, is a literal high point on California's Central Coast. The five-story hotel offers a sense of elegance to go with the beachside location. Cliffs Resort underwent a major renovation in 2009 and is equipped to host weddings, business meetings, and family reunions and other gatherings. In addition to a stunning setting, Cliffs Resort features a spa, 24-hour fitness center, and heated outdoor pool with ocean views. Restaurant Marisol offers elegant dining.
The Cliffs Resort Rooms
- Deluxe Non-ocean View
- New oversized deluxe room with private balcony or patio, Italian marble bathroom with premium bath amenities, premium cable with pay movies, 42" flat screen televisions, complimentary wireless high speed Internet, voice mail, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, coffee/tea maker, new "Heavenly Beds" (made famous by Westin Hotels & Resorts), clock radio. Most feature two queens; some with king. Desk & sitting area.
- Deluxe Partial Ocean View
- New oversized king or two queen deluxe room with Italian marble bathroom and premium amenities. Private balcony or patio for beautiful ocean views. Hair dryer, coffee/tea maker, iron/ironing board, voice mail, wireless high-speed Internet access, 42" flat screen television with premium cable, HBO, pay movies. Desk & sitting area. New "Heavenly Beds" (made famous by Westin Hotels & Resorts).
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Airport shuttle
- FREE parking
- Outdoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Elevators
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness center or spa
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Gift shop
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Parking
- FREE parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Oceanfront beach resort. Pismo Beach, Shell Beach, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Morro Bay, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Avila Beach, Santa Maria, Nipomo, Cayucos.
- Nearby airports
- SBP; San Luis Obispo Regional Airport SMX; Santa Maria SBA; Santa Barbara
- Area description
- Nearby Airports * San Luis Obispo Airport - 10 miles Nearby Areas * Fresno, CA - 124 miles * Lompoc, CA - 36 miles * Los Angeles, CA - 200 miles * San Francisco, CA - 200 miles. Santa Barbara - 80 miles.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- 2944-sf Grand Ballroom, divisible into 8 sections 616 Zinfandel 1112-sf Syrah Lower Lobby 600-sf Meeting Suite 100 654-sf Sunset oceanfront room 324-sf Pacific View Boardroom 1500-sf SeaCliffs Room 5000-sf Pool Terrace (outdoor) 15,000-sf Oceanfront Lawn 5600-sf Oceanfront Tent
Dining
- Room Service
- 7 AM - 9 PM Seasonal. Extensive menu.
- SeaCliffs Lounge
- Live entertainment. Dancing. Lunch, dinner, and appetizers. Mid-week happy hour from 4-6 PM. Large wrap-around deck for stunning ocean views.
- Marisol Restaurant
- Oceanfront. California cuisine with modern Latin flavors. Breakfast buffet daily, Champagne Sunday Brunch. Extensive wine list. Seats 130. Breakfast: 7-11 AM; Lunch 11 A-4 PM; Dinner: 4-9:30 PM.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (79)
Ratings and reviews for The Cliffs Resort
- All travelers (79) 4 / 5
- Business (9) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (40) 3.9 / 5
- Families (21) 4 / 5
- Friends (4) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (5) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 4.2
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 3.7
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lane Getaway
Wonderful anniversary
The hotel's ocean cliff views were breath taking! The pool was fun and relaxing. The bed was cozy. The staff was very nice, accomodating, and made our stay even better. The morning buffet was so tasty too. Great great great! Loved it!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
eltrain
Good Familt Get Away
Good Location - Great Pool - Restaraunt not very accomodating
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
lovela
weekend getaway
Location is incredible with stunning views of central coast.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
San Luis Obispo is just a 10 minute drive north
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Hrod
great lovers getaway
Had a very nice time. The staff was excellent. Great food at the restaurant. And great view.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Mrs Picky
A few Minor adjustments needed, great location
Check-in:Our reservations was lost but we pulled it up on our phone just as they found it, took a bit of time, they had to scramble to find a room. Once a manager got involved she was great and took care of everything. Room: The room was beautiful and they sent a bottle of very nice wine to make up for the check in issue, with nice glasses and an ice bucket. Partial ocean view was great, overlooking pool and restaurant but you still see about half ocean. Bed: Sheets were very crispy, we prefer soft sheets. Pillows were so full/high that they were almost impossible to sleep on, we should have called the desk but did not get a good nights sleep. Restaurant: The eggs and coffee were good, potatoes WAY too salty, waiter was rushed and not very cordial. View was great. Pool: It is not locked to the outside world so we got the feeling it was a neighborhood hang out, no staff there in the morning, we had to track down towels in the hotel. Jacuzzi was not hot enough and lots of kids in it. Lobby: Really pretty, nice atmosphere, fireplace, comfortable furniture, areas to hang out and chat, nice store, responsive bell staff. Staff: Hit or miss. Upon check out we were charged for a restaurant meal we did not have, took a long time to correct (they comped our water which was nice) and then we were asked to pay a facility fee, finally figured out it was on the confirmation receipt but at the time they were not able to explain it other than "that's why we don't recommend using outside websites, they have hidden fees". I was totally ok paying the fee and it wasn't hidden but they should know what it is and not discourage people from using their partners. Overall: They made some mistakes and tried to compensate for them and they need to lock the pool and do some staff training to earn the 4 star rating but it is a gorgeous location and the rooms and lobby are beautiful. Until then, find a cheeper room with same view and visit the restaurant and pool.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
grargrar
Good location, hotel, overwhelmed
Everything was nice with exception of dinner taking almost 2 hours and some strange rules on breakfast vs brunch. With dinner the kitchen was overwhelmed by a wedding (which you'd think they'd have done this before) and it took 90 minutes just to get some salads and cheese plates (the manager was kind enough to give us dessert). If you want breakfast on sunday's you need to go before 10AM. Otherwise they want to push you into the $29 brunch with unlimited mimosas - which if you have are pregnant or have a long drive -- doesn't really align with your day. If you show up before 10AM you basically can get the brunch for $14 without the booze, but they wont' sell you that after 10AM. The accommodations were nice!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
In Hotel
If there's a wedding at the hotel-- plan to go else where for dinner
Reviewer score
Would recommend
I Lopez weekend traveler
My husband and I give it 3 1/2 stars
The hotel is very nice the first night we stayed in a partial ocean view king room. The room was very nice we had a balcony and a flat screen ordinary bathroom. The second night we stayed in an oceanfront king WOW now I'm impressed. The sliding doors open huge to such a beautiful view of the ocean, big balcony, a deep jacuzzi tub the room seemed double the size of the night before. Needless to say we were very happy in that room. It is $100. more expensive though so that hurts, but I have no regrets. I'd would recommend to friends and family.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Long walk from hotel
Some of our best times were walking whether along the beach or its many beach trails. We also found an art festival at a park near the beach that was fun.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SandLS2
Excellent first trip to Ca
The staff at this hotel is open, friendly, available. Always a pleasant greeting. Enjoyed the great views at The Cliffs, even from our partial ocean view room. The elevated pool and fireplace are great, best of all the surrounding resorts, hotels, etc. Great easy access to Avila and Pismo beaches. Dolphins, seals, and sea lions! Did not enjoy the steep climb back up from the beach at the hotel nor LAX airport. Wonderful trip. Thanks
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
F. McClintocks in Pismo worth every penny. Great food, great atmosphere, excellent friendly staff. First time in over 20 yrs saw my husband not able to clear all the food on the table!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
The 5 M's
Nice hotel with a great view
Very nice hotel with a great view of the sunset from the room. Very friendly staff...
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Guiseppe's was a great spot for Italian food in Pismo.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
gjones01
Beautiful Best Hotel in this area
It truly is the best most beautiful hotel in this area. Everything was perfect and we could not have asked for more.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
