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2.5 of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
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Ranked #5 of 26 hotels in Pismo Beach
4.5 of 5 stars 330 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Ocean view room(8)
  • Very nice(6)
  • Hot tub(6)
  • Central Coast(6)
  • Gas fireplace(5)
  • Good value(4)
  • Road trip(4)
  • Continental breakfast(4)
  • Great Place(3)
  • Own waffles(3)
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California
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Quaint, cozy gem right on the beach!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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Wow! This place REALLY exceeded my highest hopes. Only because it was so darn cheap so I couldn't imagine it being as nice as everyone else said. It is!
We had a room with 2 king beds and a fireplace. It was very classy, modern and tastefully decorated. The bathroom was very clean and updated as well. Beds were super-comfortable with high-end sheets and blankets. The little towel animals were a nice touch as well. I used the fireplace and the room heated up quick! It was great.
We opted out of the ocean view only b/c we got in fairly late and were leaving again first thing in the morning. However, if you're spending a couple of nights here, DO get an ocean view room. For a Thursday night, we paid only $110 for the room!! I think for an extra $50 you could get the ocean view. Prices are probably higher on the weekends.
The lobby is super-cute and very nice. Really tasty cookies at 5pm. The breakfast area is fantastic and the breakfast was delicious. Plenty to choose from in a great atmosphere.
The surrounding grounds are just as nice- we walked around the gardens and sat there for awhile watching the sun go down. We also walked down to the beach...which is right there too. There was a small pool and jacuzzi which we didn't use but it sure looked inviting.
This place is perfect - it doesn't have that huge hotel feeling where you can get lost and nobody cares. On the flipside, it's not some cheap motel either. It's cozy, quaint, inviting and an amazing value. You won't be disappointed!

Room Tip: Go for the ocean view if you're staying more than 1 night.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Kennewick, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Loved the View”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We just stayed here for 3 nights and stayed in an ocean view room. You can also sit outside by the fence overlooking the ocean...we could have sat there for hours watching the waves and surfers. The breakfast had more than most with a continental breakfast, and we had different things each day. The rooms are a little small, but had everything we needed.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Just what you need.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

Ok so this place is not the four seasons. But if your travelling through on a road trip I don't think you can knock this place. It's rooms are clean and the staff are helpful. The ocean view room we had had the most spectacular views of the beach. We were lucky enough to watch Dolphins swimming in the surf. In the Colder months you can get cosy with a open fire place that heats the room in minutes. Bathrooms are older but very clean and tidy. Beds are comfy and clean.

Room Tip: ask for ocean view room you won't regret it.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Yes”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
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Break should have eggs and bacon... Other than that it was cozy... Quiet... Relaxing

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“This is how to do hospitality!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

It's amazing that so many people survive in the hospitality business and still manage to get it so wrong. Well for them - and any aspiring entrants - come to the Cottage Inn by the Sea to see how it should be done. A great seaview room and the warmest of welcomes only added to the specialness of the location. We were expecting a run of the mill motel but came away very pleasantly surprised.

Room Tip: Seaview is a must to ge the most out of this hotel.
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Price range (per night):* INR7,948 - 15,340

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