The Palomar Inn
Motel in Pismo Beach, CA
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this motel
Pismo Beach motel in Shell Beach with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free motel has a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite.
Change of towels is available on request.
The Palomar Inn offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free motel has a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite.
Change of towels is available on request.
The Palomar Inn offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Pismo Beach, CA
Available Rooms
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
1.5
Only about 10 rooms. Very limited parking, one night i had ro park on the street--but it was easy and very secure.
1.0
Booked a stay here because 4 families needed rooms and they had them available. We usually look for good prices so booked based on the price. I looked at the star rating so felt ok about booking. The day before our trip I actually read the reviews and became nervous to stay.
Those reviews were accurate. Like others said, upon check in the lady at the front desk showed me a list of names and asked me to point to mine to cross it off and handed me a room key without checking ID or reservation. I could have pointed to any name! We found our room and were greeted by a tiny room with broken blinds and the door to the additional bedroom was stuck/broken. Our family member booked the same room and theirs was much larger. It was bare minimum, but had a working tv, towels and beds as described. The room was just not well kept, bent up lamp shade, taped up blinds, holes from where I assume curtains used to be. We’ve stayed at many cozy budget hotels but this was felt very uncomfortable.
1.0
Booked a stay here because 4 families needed rooms and they had them available. We usually look for good prices so booked based on the price. I looked at the star rating so felt ok about booking. The day before our trip I actually read the reviews and became nervous to stay.
Those reviews were accurate. Like others said, upon check in the lady at the front desk showed me a list of names and asked me to point to mine to cross it off and handed me a room key without checking ID or reservation. I could have pointed to any name! We found our room and were greeted by a tiny room with broken blinds and the door to the additional bedroom was stuck/broken. Our family member booked the same room and theirs was much larger. It was bare minimum, but had a working tv, towels and beds as described. The room was just not well kept, bent up lamp shade, taped up blinds, holes from where I assume curtains used to be. We’ve stayed at many cozy budget hotels but this was felt very uncomfortable.
5.0
Just a quick leisure trip overnight. This hotel was just so nice. The owners were a sweet couple, friendly and helpful. It is a simple place but you could tell care was taken to keep it clean and in good order. I would stay here again.
1.5
It was ALRIGHT. We stayed close to their outdoor seating area and some other visitors were out until 11pm smoking weed and listening to loud rap music. I called the front desk multiple times and no answer. I went to the office and the older Indian couple acted like they couldn’t do anything about it. The AC in the room was very weak and didn’t really push out cold air even on the highest setting. I was ok I guess. Could have have much much better.
1.5
It was ALRIGHT. We stayed close to their outdoor seating area and some other visitors were out until 11pm smoking weed and listening to loud rap music. I called the front desk multiple times and no answer. I went to the office and the older Indian couple acted like they couldn’t do anything about it. The AC in the room was very weak and didn’t really push out cold air even on the highest setting. I was ok I guess. Could have have much much better.
3.0
Unusual check-in, in that woman at desk had to call someone to check me in and then that person had to take my Visa card # via phone in order to charge me extra amount for dog.
5.0
Everything
5.0
Everything
4.0
Nice place to stay. Came with 3 adults and lived being able to shut a door between the 2 beds. Nothing extra. For example: Keurig but no k cup coffee pods. Fridge and microwave, but no safe. Lots of outlets, but some are exposed ( I will post pictures). Nice bathroom but dingey shower curtain. Doors between rooms were very thin.
All in all, the lady upfront was nice and to the point.
Would stay here again. Location was wonderful. Several restaurants and cafes within a 5 minute walk. Parking was free and plentiful.
4.0
Nice place to stay. Came with 3 adults and lived being able to shut a door between the 2 beds. Nothing extra. For example: Keurig but no k cup coffee pods. Fridge and microwave, but no safe. Lots of outlets, but some are exposed ( I will post pictures). Nice bathroom but dingey shower curtain. Doors between rooms were very thin.
All in all, the lady upfront was nice and to the point.
Would stay here again. Location was wonderful. Several restaurants and cafes within a 5 minute walk. Parking was free and plentiful.
5.0
Great service & communication. Helped us when we showed up early. The place is cute and a great location.
5.0
Great service & communication. Helped us when we showed up early. The place is cute and a great location.
4.0
Quick and easy check in :)
4.0
Quick and easy check in :)
1.0
Well the pictures were completely deceiving. The Palomar Inn had a 7.4 good rating, the cost was right in the middle of Pismo Beach hotels. I thought it was odd when I checked in and there wasn't a deposit or any other amenities. When I opened the door I was in complete shock. The furniture looked like it came from a garage sell. The TV was mounted on top of white mini refrigerator, sheets had stains, the towels were gray and I when washed my hands and the sink wouldn't drain!
I called Expedia the first person said sorry I can't do anything but I'll give you $50 credit. The hotel owner called me on my cellphone and started yelling at me calling me a liar. I went to the front desk the little old lady who looked scared of her shadow put the male owner on phone who also yelled at me even though I was showing him pictures of the room. After another 90 minutes sending pictures Expedia agreed to give me $200 of my $313 back. By now it was after 9 and dark. We proceeded to drive for a hour driving down 101 frantically calling hotels. At 10pm I found a room in King City.
What did I learn: 1. Never book with Expedia 2. The Palomar Inn is worse than a slum and 3. Always get trip insurance!
1.0
Well the pictures were completely deceiving. The Palomar Inn had a 7.4 good rating, the cost was right in the middle of Pismo Beach hotels. I thought it was odd when I checked in and there wasn't a deposit or any other amenities. When I opened the door I was in complete shock. The furniture looked like it came from a garage sell. The TV was mounted on top of white mini refrigerator, sheets had stains, the towels were gray and I when washed my hands and the sink wouldn't drain!
I called Expedia the first person said sorry I can't do anything but I'll give you $50 credit. The hotel owner called me on my cellphone and started yelling at me calling me a liar. I went to the front desk the little old lady who looked scared of her shadow put the male owner on phone who also yelled at me even though I was showing him pictures of the room. After another 90 minutes sending pictures Expedia agreed to give me $200 of my $313 back. By now it was after 9 and dark. We proceeded to drive for a hour driving down 101 frantically calling hotels. At 10pm I found a room in King City.
What did I learn: 1. Never book with Expedia 2. The Palomar Inn is worse than a slum and 3. Always get trip insurance!
2.0
Nice hotel and atmosphere. Very close to the beach, and a very comfortable stay.
2.0
Nice hotel and atmosphere. Very close to the beach, and a very comfortable stay.
2.5
Dog friendly in a great great location and very clean
2.5
Dog friendly in a great great location and very clean
5.0
Very cozy. Comfortable beds.
5.0
Very cozy. Comfortable beds.
1.0
There are pros and cons to this place. Pros, bed was comfortable and location is walking distance to beach. Cons, not the cleanest, bathroom and room are super small. Can’t even walk around without bumping into things. Zero counter space in bathroom, no full length mirror and shower is barely large enough for a child. Nice people but won’t be staying here again.
1.0
There are pros and cons to this place. Pros, bed was comfortable and location is walking distance to beach. Cons, not the cleanest, bathroom and room are super small. Can’t even walk around without bumping into things. Zero counter space in bathroom, no full length mirror and shower is barely large enough for a child. Nice people but won’t be staying here again.
3.0
The room wasn't very clean when we got there. I complained and they cleaned it right away. The door to the room was very hard to open you had to put your whole body in it.
3.0
The room wasn't very clean when we got there. I complained and they cleaned it right away. The door to the room was very hard to open you had to put your whole body in it.
4.0
We have stayed here multiple times...they are inexpensive and usually have clean rooms.. This time the bed was obviously not changed, which brought some suspicion..but the changed it when asked and the rest of the stay was normal...if you are looking for nice, this is not it but clean and cheap usually.
4.0
We have stayed here multiple times...they are inexpensive and usually have clean rooms.. This time the bed was obviously not changed, which brought some suspicion..but the changed it when asked and the rest of the stay was normal...if you are looking for nice, this is not it but clean and cheap usually.
5.0
Nice location. Nice basic room.
5.0
Nice location. Nice basic room.
5.0
Great property, staff, and room. Also it was nice that we could have our dog with us. I have really enjoyed my stay here and will be back next time we are in Shell Beach :)
5.0
Great property, staff, and room. Also it was nice that we could have our dog with us. I have really enjoyed my stay here and will be back next time we are in Shell Beach :)
5.0
Very friendly/helpful staff. One lamp didn’t work and they promptly replaced it. Lots of clean towels and toiletries in room. Beds comfortable and rooms good size. TV was high tech. You can tell the place is in process of getting upgraded cosmetically and it looked nice. It was so peaceful, several great restaurants/quick bite places right there, and easy stroll to the ocean. Meis Chinese food is the best I’ve had in awhile. Go there! And take some time to sit on the patio across from the office. The fire pit and furniture made for a cozy respite. We will definitely return.
5.0
Very friendly/helpful staff. One lamp didn’t work and they promptly replaced it. Lots of clean towels and toiletries in room. Beds comfortable and rooms good size. TV was high tech. You can tell the place is in process of getting upgraded cosmetically and it looked nice. It was so peaceful, several great restaurants/quick bite places right there, and easy stroll to the ocean. Meis Chinese food is the best I’ve had in awhile. Go there! And take some time to sit on the patio across from the office. The fire pit and furniture made for a cozy respite. We will definitely return.
5.0
This is my second stay at this particular hotel, and I can honestly say that it is very nice. I love it. The people are very friendly. The rooms are excellent and it’s definitely somewhere I will come back to.
2.0
The staff is not available at night besides by phone. Nothing changed after a noise complaint was made. The walls are really thin.
2.0
The staff is not available at night besides by phone. Nothing changed after a noise complaint was made. The walls are really thin.
5.0
Small and quiet and location! Owners very nice!
5.0
Small and quiet and location! Owners very nice!
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Pismo Beach?
The average price for a rental in Pismo Beach is $412 per night. This rental is $267 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Palomar Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Palomar Inn pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Palomar Inn?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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