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Cottage Inn By The Sea

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A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.
A window with a view of the ocean and a pier.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, ottomans, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
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A rooftop pool with a clear view of the ocean, surrounded by lounge chairs and a railing.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is $197
$172 nightly
$197 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

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2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449
  • Place, Pismo Preserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pismo Beach Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Ocean Front Two Queen Room Upper Level

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Ocean Front Two Queen Room Upper Level

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a patterned pillow.

Ocean Front King Room Upper Level

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, two beds, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Ocean Front Two Queen Room with Patio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Room, Patio, Oceanfront (2 Queens)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a desk with a television, two beds, a ceiling fan, and a view of the sea.

Room, Oceanfront (2 Queens Upper Level)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a desk with a television, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront (Upper Level)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a desk with a TV, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a desk with a TV, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Oceanfront

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

Studio (Partial View, Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

Room, Balcony (Partial View, 2 Queens)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

Traditional Room (2 Kings)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a fireplace.

Traditional Room (2 Queen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a fireplace.

Traditional Room, Accessible Bathtub, Bathtub (2 Queens)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a fireplace, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a fireplace, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

When you stay at Cottage Inn By The Sea in Pismo Beach, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute drive of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. .This beach hotel is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Pismo Preserve.

What's nearby

  • Pismo Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pismo State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 2 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 10 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pequin Coastal Cocina - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea offers 80 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Pismo Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

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 12 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 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
  • Phone
  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 14 for adults, and USD 5 to 14 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 12 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 fire extinguisher, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Cottage Inn By The Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 986 out of 1421 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1421 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1421 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1421 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1421 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place for a stay on Pismo. Staff was very helpful and property was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

eisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay, I will do it again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel great service happy employees
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Micky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at the Cottage Inn
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how close to the beach this property was and how well cleaned and sanitary it was to hospital standards in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location right at the ocean! 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosalva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here! The staff were so helpful and accommodating. Room was very clean and so nice! The fire pits overlooking the ocean was the perfect place to relax in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable hotel! Great amenities and very clean! Walking distance to Pier and downtown. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurel Ann Martini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and nice rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and the room was very clean and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well situated for an easy walk to the pier and local shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place up on the bluff above the beach with awesome view of the shore and ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fifi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and just steps away from the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with beautiful views of the ocean. Very friendly and kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with awesome amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and facilities, fireplace in room was so nice and ocean view spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room; perfect location; wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, courteous staff, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fantastic and the views were amazing and they were so helpful accommodating us with a rollaway bed. Easy walk along the beach down to the pier and wonderful sunset from the firepit seating area. New fave affordable family friendly place in Pismo!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026