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Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Property class: 3.5

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A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wall decorated with photos. There is a wooden shelf with decorative items and a hanging light fixture.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and palm trees.
A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with a pier and mountains in the distance.
A modern building with a sign reading "sandcastle" and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is $263
$229 nightly
$263 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

Explore the area

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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, Pismo Beach Surf Shop
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a fireplace, and a large TV.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Boardwalk King Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and two windows with blinds.

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pierside 2 Queen Rooms)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pierside 2 Queen Rooms)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (Pierside King Suite)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of the beach.

Suite, Multiple Beds (Pierside King Suite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Terrace

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

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Beachfront

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Room, Multiple Beds, Beachfront

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Beach View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view.

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Beach View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a television.

Classic Room, Multiple Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, Multiple Beds (Pierside King Rooms)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Terrace

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, Multiple Beds, Terrace

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Room with Partial View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, lamps, and a painting on the wall.

King Room with Partial View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Pierside King Rooms

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Beachfront 2 Queens Rooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Pismo Beach

With a stay at Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach, you'll be centrally located in Pismo Beach, steps from Pismo Beach Pier and within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Monarch Butterfly Grove and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Avila Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Pismo State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pismo Beach Surf Shop - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles

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
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café Pismo Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Giuseppe's Cucina Italiana - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach offers 75 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. 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 phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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

Stay in one of 75 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Grab a bite to eat at The Deck, a beachfront bistro which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Deck - This beachfront bistro serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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 self 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

Restaurants on site

  • The Deck

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bodyboard
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Rooftop terrace

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • 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
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 120 per accommodation, 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 30 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 28.67 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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 30 per day

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 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 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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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. 1168 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1737 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay with ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room was squeaky clean and the location was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessyka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent ocean view, great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect stay. The staff is very friendly and the location is phenomenal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay at. Everyone was so welcoming. Planning my next stay already!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, we had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Claudine

Near beach & restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing stay amzing views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennipher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here will go again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms comfortable beds and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Besides the great staff, the availability of beach towels, beach cruisers, and folding chairs made our stay a unique and fun filled experience. The fire pits on the patios were also great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place lovely friendly people
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and modern boutique hotel on the beach, Wish there was coffee in the room, otherwise loved the decor and location. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience, property is a few steps from the beach and next to local restaurants! Very convenient if traveling with kids and pets! Staff was great and rooms were nice and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Giuliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Awesome location!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gweynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great to stay at the Sandcastle. The staff were very accommodating and helpful. We loved having the beachfront location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel on the beach. Nice rooms, quiet and well furnished. Breakfast/bar room needs remodel and updated furnishings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location, excellent room, very nice and very clean, front desk personnel friendly and helpful We will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026