Dolphin Cove Motel

2.0 star property
Beachside motel, walking distance away from Pismo Beach Pier

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Courtyard
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Exterior
Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed | Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Parking included
    Parking included
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Oceanfront Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofabed

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • 301 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2629

What's nearby

  • Pismo State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pismo Beach Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monarch Butterfly Grove - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Pismo Beach Premium Outlets - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Price Anniversary House - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Grover Beach Station - 8 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old West Cinnamon Rolls - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wooly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Splash Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SeaVenture Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Boardroom - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Cove Motel

Motel near Pismo Beach Pier
A terrace, a garden and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Dolphin Cove Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, barbecues and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Dolphin Cove Motel feature comforts, such as premium bedding, as well as Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, on-request microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1938
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel
Dolphin Cove Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Hotel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel
Dolphin Cove Motel Pismo Beach
Dolphin Cove Motel Motel Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Cove Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Cove Motel?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Cove Motel on 24 Nov 2024 start from €117.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Cove Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Cove Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Pismo Beach motel is within a 5-minute walk of Pismo State Beach and Pismo Beach Pier. Sans Liege Wines and Tastes of the Valleys Wine Bar & Shop are also within 5 minutes.

Dolphin Cove Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just steps from the ocean and the pier! Friendly office staff and cute room. Quiet, dispite being next to all the action! This is my new ‘go to’ for vacations!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beachside location. Older room but fantastic spot.Room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
perfect, if you want to be close to the beach. staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brett

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Blankets stunk. Asked for them to be replaced was told they would be and they weren’t. Disgusting
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was charged in additional fee apart from everything I paid through the application I used Expedia. I found sand in hair on the pillow and sheets unable to speak to anybody about the issue. I just left five hours after the check-in taking my loss. I couldn’t have my family stay there. I was not comfortable. Neither were they with the room being unsure if it was even clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and ocean out front awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is slightly rough on the details, but pretty much exactly what is expected of a place that is literally on the beach (and pier). The room space is also on the tight side but workable. They do keep things clean and the noise levels are normal, sometimes very quiet. The sound of the waves makes for a calming experience. In high tourist season the noise level goes up of course. Not the most fancy place but if you like the idea of getting to the beach in 1 minute from your room, then this is the place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing fancy. But you can’t beat the location. Walking distance from the beach shopping and the main area of Pismo Beach. If you are looking to stay in the room on vacation pick another place if you are looking for just to stay and sleep. You can’t beat this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean.but Google Had a problem finding it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mona F.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalina

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the best location for walkable to the pier, shops and dining, in my opinion! Check in/Check out was no problem. No problem parking. The hotel is dated and exterior corridor but it's old school! Nothing fancy here. There is no vending machine for pop/water, only select options at front desk during open hours. Our junior suite lacked shelving/dresser space however it was comfortable. The bathroom was very big and was semi-updated. Biggest complaint is that it takes forever, for the hot water to kick in.....several, several minutes! Luckily taking a cold shower in the summer wasn't an issue at this time of year. If ever passing through and needed a place to stay, I would stay here again no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Derrick

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Has an amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience with our stay! They upgraded our room for free and it had a beautiful view. Within walking distance to everything and overall so convenient. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view, rooms are quite warm though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mirna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel esta bien solo q las habitaciones están muy pequeñas. Y lo mejor unico bueno es q la playa esta super cerca
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
So let me start by saying that this motel is in a great location! Right next to the beach and adjacent to the Pismo Pier. The downtown area is right there too. The people running the motel were nice and accommodating. Now, the room itself was awful, probably one of the worst I've been in. Mismatched flooring, bad color choices, dated tile/flooring, small rooms, no desk, a refrigerator with a stacked microwave poorly placed, tiny little windows along the front wall for inadequate ventilation, no fan in the bathroom, NO A/C, dirty sandy floors, and so on. If it wasn't for the location, I would give it a zero stars. The window screens were disgustingly dirty which I cleaned myself. Next door was a restaurant that was noisy all night so we couldn't keep the window open. They would be smart to spend some money and completely update the rooms. They could charge a lot more if the rooms were decent. At least the bedding was clean and the bed was comfortable. If you're looking for a perfect location but don't care about the room, then it would be a good choice. It was pretty warm when we went and having no A/C was a challenge because it got warm, especially in the late afternoon when the sun beats down on the front window.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shawna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very clean motel. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was Fine
This motel was fine - it has a great location right on the beach. The owners let us park in their lot before we could check in, which was nice. But, the rooms had no towel racks, hooks, chairs or shelves - absolutely nothing to hang wet bathing suits, towels or clothes on. That made it very inconvenient for a family with kids who spent the days on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024